Mainframe Modernization, VMware Migration, Application Modernization

Symposium

April 30, 2025 - New York City, NY
April 30, 2025

Agenda

All times Eastern Time

8:30 AM-9:20 AM

Welcome & Registration


9:20 AM-9:30 AM

Opening Remarks


9:30 AM-9:50 AM

Unlocking the Future: Modernizing the Mainframe Environment for Agility, Scalability, and Innovation

As enterprises navigate the digital era, modernizing legacy mainframes is no longer a choice—it’s a necessity. In this session, we’ll explore how organizations can transform their core systems off of mainframe to drive agility, scalability, and innovation. From cloud integration and AI-driven automation to cost optimization and risk mitigation, we’ll discuss strategies for unlocking the full potential of mainframe modernization. Join us to learn how businesses are future proofing their operations and accelerating digital transformation while maintaining security, reliability, and performance


9:55 AM-10:15 AM

Seamless VMware Migration: Accelerate Cloud Adoption with Confidence

As enterprises embrace the cloud, migrating VMware workloads efficiently and securely is a major indicator for success. This session will explore best practices for seamless VMware assessment and migration, minimizing downtime, optimizing performance, and reducing costs. Learn how organizations can leverage automation, hybrid cloud strategies, and modern infrastructure to accelerate cloud adoption with confidence. Join us to discover how to unlock agility, scalability, and resilience while ensuring business continuity throughout the migration journey.


10:15 AM-10:35 AM

Networking Break


10:35 AM-11:00 AM

Driving Innovation and Differentiation with Cognizant's High Performance Computing Solution

Cognizant has designed market-leading cloud-based solutions in High-Performance Computing (HPC). Cognizant has developed significant expertise in terms of the design, deployment, and support of hybrid and cloud-native HPC. We offer continuous business value through our expert-led partnerships, embedding industry best practices into our solution offering which can be tailored to each customer's needs.

Our presentation will focus on the different deployment options and how we leverage AWS technologies to enhance and innovate HPC for the BFSI industry. Whether you are a hedge fund or an Insurance company, our solutions improve HPC from both a technology and a business perspective.

Our expertise in cloud-native HPC on AWS accelerates project timelines, reducing costs and fostering innovation. We lead the marketplace in cloud-based HPC deployments, leveraging our relationship with AWS and our other ecosystem partners. Last, but not least, our POD-based delivery model ensures delivery excellence, providing end-to-end project ownership, while highlighting our commitment to delivering superior HPC solutions efficiently and economically.  



11:05 AM-11:55 AM

Transforming Legacy: Accelerating Application Modernization for Digital Success

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, legacy applications can hinder innovation, agility, and scalability. This session explores key strategies for modernizing applications, from cloud-native development and containerization to microservices and AI-driven transformation. Learn how organizations are modernizing their application stack to enhance performance, reduce technical debt, and drive business growth. Join us to discover how application modernization can unlock new opportunities and position your enterprise for long-term success.


12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Executive Networking Lunch


1:00 PM-1:30 PM

Closing Remarks & Networking


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