Open Source Australia ~ Open Source and the Enterprise: Finding Focus in Turbulent Times

According to the Australian Open Source Industry & Community Report 2008, "Industry and community respondents were asked, What do you feel are the major impediments facing increased adoption of Open Source in Australia? They answered, to focus on market knowledge and perception, and leadership of industry perception." OSSPAC Australia will focus on market knowledge, enterprise applications, case studies, and gaining knowledge of Open Source markets and solutions.

The Open Source movement offers a new path towards innovation and profits. By leveraging the power of non-proprietary, open architecture tools, technologies, and licensing, you can escape "proprietary software lockdown" and instead control your own IT destiny. The Australian market for Open Source is very strong in both private and public sectors, and growing rapidly. OSSPAC tutorials and breakout sessions will speak to these topics.

Coming to Australia in September 2010, the Open Source Software Pacific-Asia Conference and Expo (OSSPAC - Australia) will be the talk of the Open Source community, where the best and brightest developers, executives, and visionaries will gather to set the future course of Open Source.

What is OSSPAC - Australia 2010?

As Open Source technologies spread across the globe, OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010 offers businesses, developers, and government officials the chance to experience the exponentially growing Open Source community across the Southern Asia and Pacific Region.

OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010 will let you experience first hand the wide-ranging open systems ecosystem through a multitude of activities, sessions, vendors, and networking events. Whether your business already uses Open Source or you're looking to implement Open Source software for the first time, at OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010 you can find all the answers you need.

At OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010, you will hear from noted keynote speakers and learn from the best and brightest within the industry on what Open Source can do for you. You will discover the latest trends, examine the newest software and solutions, and experience endless networking opportunities.

Who Will Attend OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010?

CEOs, CTOs, and CIOs who want to learn how to leverage Open Source tools, technologies, and "Enterprise Class" offerings to foster business innovation and improve their corporate bottom line.
Developers and system administrations who want the most up-to-date insights on the latest trends in operating systems, free Web APIs, and to learn how these and other emerging open technologies can advance their careers.
Government officials and contractors who want to learn about the legal implications of Open Source, advanced risk management strategies, and their implications of open technologies on public sector IT departments across Australia and Asia.

OSSPAC ~ Australia 2010 Offers Something For All!

OSSPAC 2010 fuses business and technology together to create a new world of opportunity for the distributed global workplace of the 12st century. Here is what you can expect to find at OSSPAC:

OSSPAC Expo - Where Open Source vendors from around the globe demonstrate the power and potential of free and open technologies.
OSSPAC Sessions - Led by the best and brightest experts laying out their vision for the future and giving you the specific tools you need to achieve your professional goals.
OSSPAC Keynote and Featured Speakers - Open Source industry giants offer their insights on how the world is turning to non-proprietary solutions, and how your business can ride the wave to increased opportunity and profits.