Digital Stratosphere Conference
August 7 – 9, 2019 | Thompson Chicago Hotel
| Chicago, IL USA
| Chicago, IL USA
Knowledge and tools to launch your ERP digital transformation into the stratosphere
Conference Summary
Digital Stratosphere is the premier independent educational and peer networking event for organizations about to embark on a digital transformation or ERP / CRM/ HCM implementation. These events are hosted at multiple locations throughout the year.
This is a premier event with limited seating. This is an opportunity to jumpstart your digital transformation initiatives.
Overview of the Digital Stratosphere Conference
These unique events are a one-of-a-kind opportunity to:
Learn from the world’s leading digital transformation experts
Build a network of peers and experts to lean on throughout your digital transformation
Experience real-life case studies in an interactive educational setting
Enjoy world-class rock and roll concert events in our exclusive suites
This event will provide the best practices and lessons required to make your digital transformation more successful.
Keynote Talent
Eric Kimberling
CEO and Founder, Third Stage Consulting Group
Eric is the world’s leading independent ERP and digital transformation expert. For over 20 years, he has helped over 1,000 organizations select, implement, and manage change on their digital transformation initiatives. Eric is also an expert witness on the world’s highest profile failures and lawsuits. Eric’s expertise includes digital strategy, organizational change management, and implementation project management.
Marcus Harris
Partner, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Marcus has developed one of the nation’s leading practices devoted to representing clients in recovering damages arising out of a failed ERP software implementations. With in-house experience as counsel at some of the world’s largest ERP vendors, Marcus brings a wealth of knowledge to ERP contract negotiations, lawsuits and disputes with vendors. Marcus increases both your ability to manage ERP vendors and your chances of success if you ever need to go to court to enforce the contract.
Daryl Crockett
President and CEO, Validdatum
A seasoned executive in ERP project rescue, data-related architecture, strategy, solutions, project management and services, Daryl is a highly innovative international consultant and C-level executive with a wide variety of industry and implementation experience. Daryl is a recognized leader in the data and analytics space, and co-inventor of a patent-pending implementation and information governance software designed specifically for highly regulated industries.
Mike Stone
Global ERP Project Director and Independent Consultant
Mike has a unique set of leadership, technical and business skills – along with experience implementing a number of digital transformation solutions as both a CIO and consultant. He has directed global transformations involving SAP, JD Edwards, and other leading technologies. His industry experience includes retail, distribution and manufacturing. He now continues to lead the industry as an independent and technology-agnostic ERP consultant.
Speakers are constantly being added to the agenda, so keep checking back!
Agenda
This event provides real-world lessons learned, battle scars, and best practices that will equip your project team for success. Intended for CIOs, CFOs, Chief Digital Officers,VPs of HR, IT Directors, and ERP Project teams for the world’s most forward-thinking organizations, this event features the content and conversation most relevant to successful digital transformation initiatives.
Each event covers these important topics
Executive overview of digital transformation best practices
Defining the digital strategy best suited for your organization
Managing organizational change on your digital transformation
Software selection essentials, including vendor and system integrator negotiations
Choosing the right system integrator and implementation partners
Ensuring project governance, controls, risk mitigation and quality assurance
Preparing for success with your implementation readiness
IT architecture and data migration best practices
Case studies and overviews of real-life digital transformation initiatives
Lessons from ERP failures and lawsuits
Conference Entertainment
In addition to providing world class content, training, and peer networking, Digital Stratosphere attendees will also enjoy evening entertainment. Attendees have the option of joining Third Stage and Taft Law in its private suite to enjoy Queen + Adam Lambert on their Rhapsody Tour at the United Center.
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Why Attend?
It is no secret that most organizations don’t manage digital transformations for a living every day. These projects are large undertakings and require the right skills, toolsets and experience to succeed.
Attendees of Digital Stratosphere gain the following benefits :
Learn from the battle scars of experts that manage digital transformations for a living
Gain the knowledge and skills required to successfully manage your digital transformation
Network with other peers and organizations that are also in the midst of their digital transformations
Learn from specific case studies and examples of real-life digital transformations
Enjoy an evening of rock and roll history
Digital Stratosphere World Tour Dates and Locations
August 7-9, 2019
Thompson Chicago Hotel
Chicago, IL USA
With Queen + Adam Lambert
Thompson Chicago Hotel
Chicago, IL USA
With Queen + Adam Lambert
Additional dates and locations to be announced for 2019
Pricing
Digital Stratosphere offers three packages based on your team’s needs
| Silver Pass | Gold Pass | Platinum Pass
(Limited supply) |
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| Access to educational tracks and all keynote speakers | X | X | X |
| Electronic and physical copies of educational content | X | X | X |
| Access to peer advisory sessions | X | X | X |
| Follow-up peer advisory webinar among conference attendees | X | X | X |
| Free admission to our SAP S/4HANA or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Transformation Boot Camps (May 8-10, 2019) | X | X | X |
| After hours consultation with keynote speakers | X | X | |
| Access to Digital Stratosphere concert suite event | X | X | |
| Half-day consultation on-site with your project team* | X | ||
| One-year subscription to |
X | ||
| Price Per Pass | $1,450 | $1,675 | $1,950 |
Group discounts may apply Contact Us!
More information coming on available hotel accommodations.
*Your organization only pays for out-of-pocket consultant travel expenses for your on-site consultation (North America only. If you are attending from outside North America, please contact us directly to discuss this option).
Conference Sponsors
Contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities for any of our scheduled events, or to learn how to bring a Digital Stratosphere event near you.
More Information
Questions? Contact Us!
Please contact our Director of Corporate Events at tracy.pujia@thirdstage-consulting.com.