Why Attend IoT Slam®

Discover how AI, edge computing, and connected infrastructure are transforming how organizations build and operate real-world systems.

Join industry leaders exploring how edge AI, connected infrastructure, and agentic systems are reshaping operations across enterprise, industrial, and public-sector environments.

IoT Slam Live 2026

Join industry leaders exploring how edge AI, connected infrastructure, and agentic systems are reshaping real-world operations across enterprise, industrial, and public-sector environments.

Why Connected Edge Intelligence Matters Now

Connected systems are entering a new phase. The combination of edge compute, 5G, AI inference, and agentic workflows is moving IoT beyond monitoring toward real-time operational intelligence.

IoT Slam Live 2026 brings together leaders across network, cloud, AI, industrial systems, and enterprise operations to explore how these architectures are being deployed in practice.

Attend this event to gain:

Real-world deployment lessons
Practical architecture discussions
Executive networking in a curated setting
Innovation-lab demonstrations and live discussions

June 2026 Program Highlights

Opening keynote: The Era of Connected Edge Intelligence
Panel: Building the Edge AI Stack
Case studies: Real deployments across industry
Live innovation demo session
Panel: From Pilot to Production
Closing fireside: The Future of Edge Intelligence

What You’ll Explore

Edge AI architectures
GenAIoT and agentic systems
5G and mobile edge compute
Operationalizing IoT at scale
Security, trust, and governance
Real-world case studies and demonstrations

Hosted at the Verizon Innovation Lab, San Francisco

Hosted inside Verizon’s Innovation Lab environment, IoT Slam Live 2026 is designed to go beyond slideware. The venue supports a more practical, immersive experience centered on live discussion, demonstrations, and executive engagement.

Executive Advisory Board Dinner | June 9

The evening before the main event, invited senior leaders will gather for a curated executive dinner focused on the future of connected edge intelligence, industry collaboration, and next-phase deployment priorities. Details will be shared directly with invited participants.

Why IoT Slam is Practitioner-Focused

IoT Slam is designed for leaders deploying connected technologies in the real world.

The event focuses on practical insights, real deployments, and lessons learned rather than vendor marketing presentations.

Sessions explore how organizations are using IoT, AI, and edge computing to:

improve operational efficiency
create new digital services
optimize infrastructure
transform industrial and enterprise systems

What You Will Learn, Insights That Drive Real Deployment

Attendees gain practical knowledge across the connected technology stack, including:

AI + IoT architectures and real-world deployments
Edge computing strategies for low-latency intelligence
Connectivity infrastructure including 5G and private networks
Industrial AI and automation
Data platforms and analytics for operational intelligence
Security and governance for connected systems

IoT Slam sessions focus on what works in practice, providing actionable insights you can apply immediately.

Who Should Attend, Leaders Responsible for Connected Innovation

IoT Slam attracts a diverse audience across the connected technology ecosystem.

Typical Attendees

CIO / CTO / Chief Digital Officer
Enterprise Architects
IoT Platform Leaders
AI and Data Teams
Product and Innovation Executives
System Integrators and Technology Partners

Industries Represented

Manufacturing
Energy and Utilities
Logistics and Transportation
Telecommunications
Retail and Supply Chain
Smart Cities and Infrastructure

Connect with the Ecosystem, Meet the Leaders Shaping Connected Technology

IoT Slam provides a forum for collaboration between organizations across the IoT ecosystem.

Attendees engage with leaders from:

enterprise operators deploying connected systems
technology companies building AI and edge platforms
connectivity providers enabling next-generation networks
systems integrators delivering large-scale digital transformation

The event fosters conversations that help accelerate innovation across industries.

The Connected Edge Intelligence Architecture, Understanding the Architecture of Modern Connected Systems

Modern connected infrastructure is built on the convergence of several technology layers:

Connected Devices and Industrial Assets
Edge Compute and Edge AI
Connectivity and Distributed Infrastructure
AI and Agentic Systems
Operational Intelligence and Automation

IoT Slam explores how these layers combine to create Connected Edge Intelligence — the foundation for next-generation operational systems.

Networking and Community, Join the IoT Community Ecosystem

IoT Slam is produced by IoT Community®, one of the world’s largest practitioner ecosystems dedicated to connected technologies.

Through events, research, and working groups, the community connects leaders across:

enterprise technology
industrial innovation
AI platforms
connectivity providers
IoT and edge infrastructure

Attending IoT Slam provides access to this global network of innovators and practitioners.

When are the next IoT Slams?

IoT Slam 2026 – June 10th, San Francisco and Online
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IoT Grand Slam 2026, December 10th, Online

Join IoT Slam Live 2026

Explore how organizations are deploying AI, edge computing, and connected infrastructure to create the next generation of operational systems. Register here now – https://iotslam.com/iot-slam-conference-registration/