On November 20, we had the privilege of hosting the highly anticipated "Create Your 2025 IT Roadmap" event at the beautiful WCF Insurance building in Sandy, Utah.
Featuring industry experts Sarah Johnson, Ed Lukacs, and Guy Harding, this dynamic session brought together IT leaders, strategists, and decision-makers to explore actionable strategies for web security, IT planning, and technology alignment in 2025.
Key Highlights
1. Web Security: Preparing for Tomorrow's Threats Sarah Johnson, owner of JamboJon, a website development company, opened the event with an insightful presentation on the evolving landscape of cyber threats. She emphasized the importance of:
- Regular Updates and Patching
- HTTPS and SSL/TLS Certificates
- Access Control and Permissions
- Strong Authentication
- Data Encryption
- Backup and Disaster Recovery Plan
- Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- Security Awareness Training
Missed the session? Learn more about safeguarding your organization by visiting https://jambojon.com/audit-of-a-website/.
2. IT Planning: Setting Realistic and Agile Goals Ed Lukacs, owner of 2Fifteen Tech, a managed service provider and Apple Consultant Network member, shared a practical framework for IT planning, focusing on creating adaptable strategies that address immediate needs while keeping long-term growth in mind. His actionable advice included essential checklists for early-stage and mid-growth companies in these areas:
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Optimization
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- AI-Powered Optimization
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
For additional resources on IT planning, explore https://215.tech/management.
3. Technology Alignment: Bridging the Gap Between IT and Business Guy Harding, owner of Verisage Custom Software, concluded the presentations with a detailed exploration of aligning technology initiatives with business goals. He highlighted how companies can:
- Understand Their Differentiator Using the Purpose Alignment Model
- Quickly Filter Activities
- Create OKRs
- Create Technology Roadmap From Differentiator and OKRs
For a deeper dive into aligning your technology roadmap with business strategies, explore Guy Harding's blog post: Aligning Your Technology Roadmap with Business Strategies Using OKRs. This resource provides a comprehensive guide to leveraging Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for strategic IT alignment.
Interactive Workshops and Networking
Participants engaged in hands-on workshops designed to apply key concepts to their own organizations. These collaborative sessions highlighted:
- Building a cybersecurity action plan
- Drafting a customized IT roadmap for 2025
- Peer-to-peer networking with industry leaders
Attendees left the event equipped with actionable insights and tools to tackle the challenges and opportunities awaiting in 2025.
Continue the Journey
If you couldn’t attend, don’t worry. You can still access many of the resources and insights shared at the event through our partner sites:
- Discover in-depth strategies for IT alignment and planning at 215.Tech.
- Dive into the comprehensive "2025 IT Roadmap" guide at JamboJon.
Looking Ahead
As 2025 approaches, the pace of technological change is only accelerating. Events like "Create Your 2025 IT Roadmap" are essential for staying ahead of the curve. We’re grateful to Ed Lukacs, Sarah Johnson, Guy Harding, and all our attendees for making this event a success. Stay tuned for upcoming workshops and resources to keep your IT strategy future-ready.
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Recap: "Create Your 2025 IT Roadmap" Event