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Challenging What We Think We Know About Blockchain

Challenging What We Think We Know About Blockchain

Description

They say blockchain is revolutionizing industries. They say this technology could change the face of businesses and governments worldwide. Yet when most of us hear the word "blockchain," we think Bitcoin and cryptocurrency.

Join us for a conversation that goes beyond the surface and examines how blockchain technology can strengthen government business processes.

Our experts will:

  • share real-life examples to help you to better grasp why it's important to understand blockchain;
  • explain how blockchain can be used in government to help you to work smarter;
  • discuss the risks and challenges of using blockchain and how they are being addressed.

Learn how blockchain works to maximize its full potential for your team!

Opening Remarks

Christopher Allison, Director General, Digital Academy, Innovation and Policy Services, Canada School of Public Service

Speakers and panellists

  • Mélanie Gilbert, Associate Partner, Canadian Federal Public Sector, IBM Services
  • Kevin Armstrong, Partner and Public Sector Innovation Lead, Deloitte
  • Jeremy Clark, Associate Professor, Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering
  • Tanya Woods, Managing Director, Chamber of Digital Commerce Canada

Moderator

Tim Bouma, Senior Advisor, Digital Identity, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat


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