Join us for a fast-paced, no-fluff evening that shows how AI can plug into the systems you already run today—especially IBM i—without massive rewrites, huge budgets, or buzzword bingo. You’ll get a live look at how modern AI connects to real business data, powers conversational apps, and automates the work nobody wants to do, all in one practical, demo-heavy night.

PRESESSION: Intro to MCP (Model Context Protocol)
Kick off the evening with an accessible tour of Model Context Protocol (MCP)—the emerging standard that lets AI safely talk to your existing applications, databases, and tools. We’ll demystify what MCP is, show how it turns your current systems into “AI-ready” systems, and walk through real examples like natural-language queries, task automation, and smarter internal tools that understand your business context. If you’ve been wondering how to connect AI to the tech you already have, this session shows you the bridge.

MAIN SESSION: Success with AI: Use Cases You Can Implement Now
Then we’ll dive into real-world AI use cases you can start implementing today, not someday. You’ll see how large language models can boost productivity, streamline workflows, improve customer and employee experiences, and unlock insights from IBM i and beyond. We’ll focus on practical, repeatable patterns—what actually works, where AI shines (and where it doesn’t), and how IBM i and AI together become a serious competitive advantage.

This event is perfect for IBM i developers, system admins, architects, IT leaders, and business stakeholders who want to move from “AI sounds cool” to “here’s what we’re actually going to do.” Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or already experimenting, you’ll leave with concrete ideas, next steps you can take back to your team, and a clearer vision of how to bring real, value-generating AI into your organization.