Don't Miss the ProgressNEXT 2019 Livestreams

ProgressNEXT 2019 is underway, with hundreds of attendees in Orlando for learning and networking. A number of workshops and certification sessions have already taken place over the last couple of days and the main sessions begin bright and early tomorrow. We're excited that the conference has kicked off with so much energy—and it's only just beginning! 

Who’s ready to kick off #ProgressNEXT19?! We can’t wait to see everyone! 😃 Our workshops and trainings are already up and running for a productive morning 👌 pic.twitter.com/sp0FsXZgSG

— Progress (@ProgressSW) May 6, 2019

Catch the Livestreams

If you weren't able to join this year or just can't be there in person the whole time, don't worry, as we'll be livestreaming many of the keynote speakers on Facebook. You can tune in to the livestream by heading to Facebook via the link below (update: the sessions have ended, but click to catch the replays):

Watch the livestream replays

Livestream Schedule

Tuesday, May 7

8:30 am - 8:40 am, Welcome and Introduction

The livestreams will kick off with opening remarks and introductions by Progress CMO Loren Jarrett. More.

8:40 am - 9:25 am, Progress: Accelerating Digital Innovation

Next up, Progress CEO Yogesh Gupta will present. In this session, he examines the impact of digital disruption and how leading organizations are using Progress technologies to deliver innovative omni-channel experiences that bolsters their business. More.

9:25 am - 9:45 am, 407 ETR Scales its Mobile App to Support 2+ Million Customers

Around the world Canada’s Highway 407 ETR (Express Toll Route) is considered to be something of a scientific marvel—and with good reason. It’s the world’s first all-electronic, barrier-free toll highway. 407 ETR wants its mobile app to be central to that experience. In this presentation, Ravi will discuss the customer experience in depth and plans for further customer engagement, as well as highlight architecture considerations that support rigid security requirements and the ability to scale a user base of over 2 million active customers. More.

1:15 pm - 1:35 pm, CGI and Progress: An Ongoing Development and Modernization Journey

Founded in 1976, CGI is one of the largest independent IT and business services firm in the world, employing over 74,000 professionals. Among their capabilities are application services, many running on Progress technology, that span a range of industries. With her home base in Finland, Anna will discuss CGI’s broad impact in the Nordic countries and then dive into the long-term relationship CGI has had with Progress and the company’s sweeping OpenEdge modernization process. More.

1:15 pm - 1:35 pm, Teknion: Digitally Transforming a Global Brand with the Help of Sitefinity

Award-winning manufacturer Teknion takes its brand seriously. When it came to its online presence, the ability to bring its inclusive vision to life was of utmost importance. In this presentation, Claudio will highlight recent projects that, with Sitefinity at its center, have enabled the digital transformation of the global brand. More.

1:55 pm - 2:15 pm, App Innovation Awards (part 1)

The nomination for the App Innovation Awards are all in, and the finalists have been announced. Tune in to see who the first winners are!

Wednesday, May 8

8:30 am - 9:10 am: How to Build the Apps of the Future

Wednesday will begin with a presentation from Progress CTO, Dmitri Tcherevik. Organizations are looking for alternatives to meet the never-ending demand for digital apps and experiences.Join Dmitri as he provides an overview of our High Productivity App Dev strategy that leverages the right balance of speed without sacrificing dev control. More.

9:10 am - 9:30 am: A Mobile App Having an Impact on Food Security in Africa

In sub-Saharan Africa, the average farmer plants their crops 30 days late, dramatically affecting yield in a region where food insecurity is widespread. Having access to tractors, a scarce and out-of-reach resource for many farmers is vital. Hello Tractor, an agricultural technology social enterprise set out to change that through a digital tractor sharing application, connecting tractor owners with farmers. In this compelling presentation, you’ll hear all about the transformative impact this “NetJet like app for tractor sharing” has had on food production and food security, and how Progress Kinvey allowed Hello Tractor to focus on delivering unique value. More.

1:45 pm - 2:05 pm: Improving Patient Engagement with Digital Innovation

In his presentation, Neil will talk about how inventive internal applications and dashboards allow the 30,000 employees of Jefferson Health to take a lean, agile approach to organizational management; a donor app that helped the organization raise nearly $1.5 million in the last month alone; and his role in digital innovation, which spans his work in education and includes digital learning. More.

2:05 pm - 2:25 pm: Keynote Customer Panel

Join Yogesh Gupta, Progress CEO, and Loren Jarrett, Progress CMO, as they co-moderate a high-energy panel session with our customer keynote speakers, drilling down into both the business and technology successes and challenges of their work and the things all of us can take away from their experiences. More.

Thursday, May 9th

1:55 pm - 2:15 pm, App Innovation Awards (part 2) and Closing Remarks

The nomination for the App Innovation Awards are all in, and the finalists have been announced. Tune in to see who the final winners are as we wrap up another great conference!

Join in on Social Media

We'll be actively sharing the highlights on Twitter and Facebook, so be sure to check in and join the conversation throughout the week. We hope to see you there!