Discovering the Future at BMC Connect 2024: Highlights and Key Insights

BMC Connect 2024 has officially wrapped, and what an incredible event it has been! With over 1,000 attendees—including customers, partners, and industry leaders—gathering in Las Vegas, this year’s conference was a journey into the future of digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and business automation.

From insightful keynotes to hands-on breakout sessions and a buzzing expo floor, BMC Connect delivered cutting-edge solutions and actionable takeaways that will drive business innovation in the future.

Unveiling the Future: Keynote Highlights

The event opened with an inspiring keynote from Ayman Sayed , CEO of BMC, who shared an exciting vision for the future of business technology and the critical role that BMC will play in driving digital transformation. Ayman emphasized that businesses today are at a pivotal moment where harnessing the power of data, automation, and AI, including generative AI (GenAI), is key to staying competitive. BMC’s investment in these technologies is designed to unlock new value for businesses, streamline operations, and help organizations stay agile in the face of rapid change.

Following Ayman’s address, Ram Chakravarti , BMC’s CTO, provided a detailed look into the future of the BMC portfolio. He highlighted the upcoming innovations in BMC AMI, BMC Helix, and Control-M, explaining how these enhancements will respond to evolving customer needs and future priorities. Ram underscored the importance of building solutions that empower businesses to remain innovative, competitive, and resilient, no matter what comes next.

From insightful keynotes to hands-on breakout sessions and a buzzing expo floor, BMC Connect delivered cutting-edge solutions and actionable takeaways that will drive business innovation in the years to come.

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Together, Ayman and Ram laid out a roadmap for how BMC will continue to lead the way in transforming digital landscapes with cutting-edge AI and automation solutions that deliver real business impact.

Driving Business Value with BMC Solutions

One of the key takeaways from the event was how BMC solutions are driving operational efficiency and enabling businesses to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

John McKenny , SVP and GM of Intelligent Z Optimization and Transformation, spoke about the future of BMC AMI, referring to the mainframe as the "fourth cloud"—a vital component for businesses looking to modernize their infrastructure while maintaining reliability and scalability.

At the same time, Gur Steif , President of Digital Business Automation at BMC, highlighted the role of Control-M in enabling customers to combine structured and unstructured data to unlock new insights. With clients like Domino's and CARFAX leading the way, BMC's automation solutions are helping businesses innovate in previously unimaginable ways.

Learning, Networking, and Innovation

Throughout the week of BMC Connect 2024, attendees had access to over 60 breakout sessions covering topics from AI and data-driven transformation to automation and operational excellence. Thought leaders, including Margaret Lee , SVP and GM of Digital Service and Operations Management, shared how AI is simplifying business processes and helping companies future-proof their operations.

Attendees also enjoyed hands-on experiences with live demos in the expo hall, where they could explore how BMC solutions apply directly to their business needs. The hackathon and certification programs provide more opportunities for participants to deepen their skills and collaborate with peers.

What’s Next??Discover the New BMC

As BMC continues to evolve, we remain committed to delivering solutions that unlock human and machine potential. BMC Connect 2024 showcased how our upcoming enhancements will enable businesses to innovate, integrate, and succeed across increasingly complex digital landscapes.

Whether through AI, automation, or mainframe modernization, BMC is here to help our customers anticipate future needs, stay agile, and drive innovation. As Ali Siddiqui , BMC's Chief Product Officer, emphasized, “BMC’s solutions have been intentionally infused with AI and GenAI to deliver the most value, helping customers improve productivity, automate workflows, and elevate business outcomes.”

Thank You

We’d like to extend our sincerest thanks to all our attendees, speakers, sponsors, and partners who made BMC Connect 2024 a resounding success. It’s been an inspiring few days, and we’re excited to continue this journey of discovery and innovation with all of you.

As we look to the future, BMC remains dedicated to helping businesses stay ahead of the curve and achieve their goals. Thank you for joining us at #BMCConnect2024.

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