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@IT NETWORK Live 2026 Spring

The @IT NETWORK Live 2026 Spring event, organized by ITmedia Inc., is set to take place from April 22 to April 23, 2026. This live-streaming seminar aims to provide a platform for participants looking to update their corporate network design and operations. The event will showcase a variety of case studies and practical insights into the evolving landscape of network strategies that underpin business growth.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: @IT NETWORK Live 2026 Spring - Building Networking as a Strategic Foundation for Business Growth
• - URL: https://members11.live.itmedia.co.jp/library/MTAwNDU3?group=2604_NL2026s&np_source=pr1
• - Date: April 22 (Wed) - April 23 (Thu), 2026
• - Format: Live Streaming Seminar
• - Organizer: @IT
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Target Audience: This event is tailored for individuals engaged in operational management, company executives, internal information system planning, and those responsible for policy formation or IT services outsourcing.

Program Highlights

Day 1: Implementing Zero Trust through Effective SASE

As the attack surface expands, the implementation of Zero Trust through SASE has become critical. This day focuses on the solutions and practical approaches necessary for effectively integrating SASE enterprise-wide.
Keynote: Discarding the Illusions of Zero Trust - Moving Beyond SASE Implementation
Sessions Include:

• - What’s Next for VPNs? Transitioning to VPN-free and ZTNA/SASE Models
• - The Reality after VPN: Next-gen Security to Achieve Zero Data Breach with AI
• - Zero Trust and Security in the Age of AI Agents and Quantum Computing
• - Streamlining Security Operations in One Stop (Rebroadcast of previous content)

Day 2-1: Reevaluating SD-WAN Today

With the rapid growth in traffic due to SaaS expansion, SD-WAN has become popular. However, new challenges regarding operational design and security management are emerging. This session will clarify the value of SD-WAN and explore future network design strategies.
Keynote: H2O Retailing’s Dual Networking Strategy Tailored to Business Characteristics
Session: Balancing Zero Trust with a Boundaries-based Approach - Leveraging SD-WAN within SASE

Day 2-2: Multi-Cloud Strategies Impacting Business Agility

As hybrid/multi-cloud environments expand, operational challenges associated with cost, management, and security have surfaced. This session will spotlight constructing networks that connect clouds efficiently while maintaining reliability and security.
Keynote: Building Multi-Cloud Foundations that Balance Control and Acceleration and Strategies for Practical Talent Development

Program titles and content may change. For detailed program information and registration, please visit the provided URL.

About @IT NETWORK Live

The @IT NETWORK Live event presents the evolving role of networks as a strategic foundation for supporting business operations. By sharing progressive case studies and expert insights related to cloud utilization and Zero Trust, this event aims to assist organizations in overcoming on-the-ground challenges and provide actionable guidance for next-generation infrastructure strategies.

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For inquiries related to this release, contact:
ITmedia Inc.
Public Relations Contact: [email protected]

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About ITmedia Inc.

ITmedia Inc. is a media company specializing in IT, business, manufacturing, and consumer domains. Established as a leading internet media organization, it offers a comprehensive range of services including the IT information portal ITmedia, the problem-solving site @IT, the manufacturing-focused MONOist, and the trend media Netolabo. With a staggering 350 million monthly page views and 60 million unique browsers, ITmedia delivers reliable and timely information to meet the diverse needs of its audience.
Primary Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange, Stock Code: 2148