Driven by advancement of more powerful cloud-based technologies and the proliferation of mobile apps in the workplace, a new breed of employee known as "Citizen Developers" are taking more tech challenges into their own hand and solving it. A trend that's been gaining attention and attraction with press (BBC, eWeek, InfoWorld, Re|CODE) and analysts (Gartner, IDC, Forrester), the rise of Citizen Developers is reshaping how businesses operate - and how IT supports employees to do their work.

This 30-minute presentation and panel Q&A will highlight the key technology and business trends driving the rise of Citizen Developers in the workplace, as well as provide practical advice about how to manage and leverage this trend in your own business or IT organization. The presentation will be given by Marc Haverland, CTO of TrackVia with more than 25 years experience in IT and operations for companies like MapQuest, Digital Globe and McAfee. Following Marc's presentation, a panel of IT experts and business leaders will discuss the pros and cons of empowering Citizen Developers to help operate more efficiently and effectively.

Presentation will be at ReadyTalk on 7th floor of building

Event hashtag: #CitizenDSW