What to expect at DCD>Connect | London
DCD>Connect is the premier event for those who design, build & operate next-generation data centers.
Bringing together over 3,000 senior leaders working on the largest data center projects in EMEA, DCD>Connect | London will drive industry discussion, help you forge new partnerships, and identify innovative solutions to your core challenges.
Industry-leading content. Best-in-class technology discovery. Unparalleled networking opportunities.
Here's what you can expect at the event...
Industry-Leading Content: Gain never-before-heard insights from over 150 expert speakers
Get to grips with emerging trends and industry best-practice during expert-led workshops, debates, and briefings.
Take your seat at the table & share your opinions during expert-led debates and workshops. Each discussion will focus on a key question facing the industry and be moderated by subject-matter experts. All our debates and workshops are closed-door, so you and your peers can collaborate freely.
Then, you'll enjoy closed-door lunch briefings on some of the most pressing industry topics. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about innovative solutions and strategies, and collaborate with your peers over a 3-course lunch.
On the Show Floor, you'll have the opportunity to watch countless sessions across three content stages. You'll be spoiled for choice with over 150+ speakers set to share their unique insights!
In every session, you'll uncover the latest best-practice to fine-tune your operations, with plenty of opportunity for Q&A and peer-to-peer collaboration!
Tech Discovery: Uncover innovative solutions to your core challenges
Get up to speed on the latest industry innovations and compare solutions from the industry's leading vendors, all in one place.
During our iconic Tech Exchange sessions, you'll enjoy rapid-fire pitches about new products from industry leaders. Then, you'll join a small group of like-minded peers & solutions providers for an informal roundtable discussion. Here, you can ask questions about the new products & services you've just heard about, and collaborate with your peers on your procurement challenges.
Later, you'll have the chance to get hands-on with some of the latest solutions during the dedicated Tech Demo Hour. Product experts will be on-hand throughout the event to answer your questions and help problem-solve some of your procurement challenges.
When the Show Floor opens, you'll also enjoy technical presentations on the dedicated DCD>Showcase Stage, where we'll host back-to-back sessions led by product experts with plenty of opportunities for Q&A.
Unmatched Networking: Forge meaningful connections through shared interests
Connect with like-minded peers through a variety of relaxed, fun networking activities, helping you make the most of your time out of the office.
Whether you want to participate in the morning 5k run, guided yoga session, cocktail hour, VIP dinner experience, happy hour drinks, or the iconic Icebreaker Party - there is a networking activity for all interests!
Last year, we hosted the opening Icebreaker Party at the iconic Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal Football Club!
The party featured a live band, free-flowing drinks, delicious canapés and countless photo opportunities in the iconic stadium.
VIP Experience: Collaborate with fellow executives in a relaxed environment
At DCD, we believe events should be memorable, experiential, and based on individuals meeting individuals.
When you register for a pass, our team will curate a personal agenda for you based on your unique procurement needs.
Your personal agenda will include invite-only sessions designed to help you face your operational challenges head-on, and meet fellow delegates who are tackling similar problems.
This will allow you to seamlessly network - and collaborate - with your peers.
All VIP delegates have complimentary access to the dedicated DCD Business Lounge, too, where you can schedule your own meetings with fellow delegates & event partners.