Business Technology Expo Comes to Vancouver October 9!
Thursday, October 9 2025
Commodore Ballroom
Vancouver, BC
40+ Top Technology Companies
Exclusive Tech Briefs from Industry Experts
BTEX West Vancouver
Canada’s Premier Business Technology Event
Join us at CDW Canada’s Business Technology Expo (BTEX) Vancouver at Commodore Ballroom! See the latest technology from more than 40 technology trailblazers; jot down new ideas during informative Tech Brief sessions, led by industry experts; network with your peers and learn from best practices shared across segments, verticals and different business sizes; and more importantly, leave with the information you need to deliver successful business outcomes for your organization – and the partner that will help get you there – today and into the future.
Networking
Whether you're looking to collaborate on new projects, gain industry insights, or simply expand your professional circle, BTEX offers the ideal platform to engage with top IT professionals and industry leaders.
CDW Experts & Tech Vendors
Connect with CDW’s expert technical bench and 40+ tech vendors to gain knowledge and that will amplify your personal and professional development.
Professional Development
Join our exclusive Keynote presentation and tech brief sessions to learn about the latest cutting-edge products, tech trends and thought leadership on buzzing topics like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, hybrid infrastructure and cloud.
Prizes & GIveaways
Attend sessions, engage with tech vendors and the CDW team to win exciting prizes and giveaways throughout the event!
Schedule
Thursday October 9, 2025
1:30
1:30 p.m.
Doors Open
Join us as BTEX Vancouver returns live at Commodore Ballroom.
2:00
2:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Keynote with Intel
Details to follow.
2:30
2:30 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Cybersecurity: SASE or Stalled: Deciding the Future of Your Network Security
SASE is being hailed as the future, but rushing in or holding back both carry risks. CDW Canada and Fortinet have guided enterprises through this very decision, and the lessons are clear: success depends on timing, tradeoffs and outcomes. In this session, we’ll reveal when SASE accelerates ROI, where it falls short and how to avoid costly detours. You’ll leave with a practical decision framework to determine if SASE is the right move now — or later.
3:00
3:00 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Digital Workspace: Innovation's Winning Formula: Microsoft Copilot for Every User and a Copilot Studio Agent for Every Process
Join us for an engaging panel discussion on the latest advancements in Microsoft Copilot Studio. Discover how industry experts are using this platform to enhance workflows and drive innovation. This session will provide practical insights and real-world examples, demonstrating how to use Copilot Studio to create custom AI assistants that automate repetitive tasks, streamline processes and improve customer interactions.
3:30
3:30 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Hybrid Infrastructure: Network Modernization: The Foundation for Your Future
The era of artificial intelligence is creating a tsunami of new demands on the enterprise, and legacy infrastructure is struggling to keep up. While 89% of organizations plan to deploy AI workloads, a staggering 14% believe their current network is ready to support them. This critical readiness gap represents a significant bottleneck to innovation and a direct risk to business agility and resilience. Join experts from CDW for a strategic discussion on why network modernization is no longer optional — it is the essential foundation for your AI-driven future. In this session, we will move beyond the hype to provide a practical, actionable roadmap for transformation.
4:00
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
AI: Right-Sized Realities: Demystifying GenAI Workload Planning
Master the art of right-sizing for generative AI workloads. Attendees will learn to evaluate model requirements, performance metrics, and scalability factors, translating business needs into technical specifications. This session equips you with practical strategies and real-world examples to confidently design, build, and scale infrastructure for next-generation AI deployments.
4:45
4:45 p.m.
Closing Comments & Final Prize Draw
Attend for your chance to win technology prizes including: Laptops, gaming equipment, drones and more!
BTEX Vancouver After Party to follow
