Day one – Nov. 27
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:20 a.m. | Welcome from the Dhillon School of Business |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome from RBC |
| 9:40 a.m. | How is AI and New Technology Changing Business in Southern Alberta? |
| 10:20 a.m. | What Can Generative AI Do for My Business? |
| 11:20 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 11:35 a.m. | How Do I Ensure AI is Ethical and Secure? |
| 12:35 p.m. | Closing comments |
| 12:45 p.m. | Buffet lunch, networking and AI activity |
| 1:30 p.m. | One on one connections with presenters |
Day two – Dec. 11
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:20 a.m. | Welcome from the Dhillon School of Business |
| 9:25 a.m. | Welcome from RBC |
| 9:30 a.m. | Local Business Trends in AI |
| 9:40 a.m. | How Do I Implement AI in My Business? |
| 10:20 a.m. | The Role of Program Evaluation in Business Success |
| 11:20 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 11:35 a.m. | Navigating the AI Data Journey |
| 12:35 p.m. | Closing comments |
| 12:45 p.m. | Buffet lunch, networking and AI activity |
| 1:30 p.m. | One on one connections with presenters |
Bonus day – Dec. 16 | 1 -2 p.m.
Join Dr. Sidney Shapiro on December 16th, 2024, virtually from 1:00pm-2:00pm and dive into the transformative potential of no-code and low-code platforms in today’s business landscape. These platforms offer a powerful way to accelerate digital innovation, enabling non-technical users and business teams to design, develop, and deploy applications with minimal coding effort. We will begin by exploring a range of tools and vendors that are making it easier than ever to turn ideas into functional software, covering everything from workflow automation to data-driven dashboards. By leveraging these platforms, organizations can streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce the strain on traditional IT resources, making it possible to rapidly respond to evolving business needs.
The session will also include a hands-on demonstration where we will build an application from scratch using a simple spreadsheet. This live demo aims to showcase just how intuitive and accessible these platforms have become, turning a basic data set into a fully functioning app within minutes. By the end of the session, participants will have a clear understanding of the practical applications, limitations, and opportunities that no-code and low-code tools offer. Whether you’re looking to prototype new solutions, enhance customer experiences, or optimize internal processes, this session will provide the knowledge and inspiration to explore these tools further.