Like it or not, the new Apple iPad is coming! Its US release date is April 3, with the NZ launch not likely to be far behind.

After months of feverish speculation and hype, Apple's presentation of the iPad to the world was greeted with typical geekish negativity.

Tech bloggers slated the device for its lack of multitasking, its lack of a camera, its lack of openness, ..., and the list goes on.

However sometimes we lose touch with what people want from technology. Maybe it's time to put some positivity back into the picture!

Come along to this lunchtime session by Mike Pearson to talk about:

• The potential of Apple's new device to encourage new ideas and new ways of doing things.
• The Apple iPhone business model vs the Google Android business model
• The implication of smartphones for the enterprise and education

An excellent presentation for technologists wanting to truly understand the game-changing nature of tools such as the iPad.

Includes light lunch.

About The Speaker

Mike Pearson is a well regarded futurist, specialising in the use of technology to maximise business value for an enterprise. He has a reputation for challenging conventional views and recognising opportunities that are 3-5 years in the future.

Mike has a proven track record in designing innovative solutions unique to New Zealand, that are recognised internationally e.g. our country’s online authentication solution and the government’s internal secure email solution.

From the beach at Paraparaumu Mike provides advice to a range of clients, helping them work better with technology and challenging them to articulate a business strategy that maximises their investment.

Mike's profile is at http://linkedin.com/in/mikepearsonnz

Registration Details:

You can register for this event via Credit Card online now by using the link below, or alternatively call 0800 252 255 with your Credit Card details.

NZCS Corporate Partners and approved organisations can opt to pay by invoice by calling 0800 252 255 or emailing attendee and business details through to registrations@nzcs.org.nz. Credit criteria and other conditions apply.