Speaker:  Paul Bloem – Unified Communications Consultant (Lexel)

Paul is a Unified Communications Principal Consultant working for Lexel Systems in New Zealand. He specializes in planning, architecture, and implementation of enterprise unified communications solutions such as Microsoft Lync.

He is also a MCSE, MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist - Lync 2013) and MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional – Lync 2013) as well as an internationally certified Trainer holding various Siemens AG certifications, including SCCS, Siemens Certified Communications Specialist.  Paul recently attended the Microsoft Lync conference and has had some insights into the next release.

 Some recent personal achievements include:

·         Awarded Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) for Lync - 2014

·         Nominated Microsoft Lync Virtual Technology Specialist Program  - 2013

·         First Lync Greenfield deployment with Zeacom Contact Centre – 2011

·         First Direct OCS R2 - TCP SIP Greenfield installation in New Zealand - 2010

 Theme

10 most common Lync Myths

 Subject

Microsoft’s Lync has jumped to their “fastest growing business” in a relatively short time. Having surpassed $1 billion in revenue and now continues to grow at an average rate of 30% over the last 18 months. Lync has been more than just a little disruptive to the market share of every big player in the UC space. The response from competitors has been almost unanimous in the attempt to slow down or discredit the success and capability of Lync.

We welcome you in joining us in exploring the truth about the many Lync myths, and the reasons why the UC giants tremble. Contact ian.gray@cucumber.co.nz to book your place.