Unleash the Power: IBM i and Beyond is an expert‑driven podcast exploring the most important conversations shaping the Power Systems landscape. Each episode brings together seasoned IBM i professionals to break down emerging trends, tackle real‑world challenges, and share practical insights from the front lines of the community.
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POWERUp 2026 Preview
What to Expect in New Orleans
COMMON POWERUp is the largest IBM i community event in the world. In 2026, POWERUp heads to New Orleans from April 27th to the 30th. In this episode, host Greg Schmidt sits down with Floyd DelMuro, President of COMMON, for a practical preview of what attendees can expect. He shares:
- The biggest themes shaping this year’s agenda
- How to choose sessions that match your role (ops, security, development, leadership)
- Why the Expo is worth your time
- Simple strategies to turn conference learning into real progress once you’re back home
Your Host: Greg Schmidt
Greg has over a decade's worth of experience in IBM i report and data distribution and robotic process automation technology. Greg has helped hundreds of companies on Power streamline their cumbersome business processes through tailored digital transformation and implementation of strategic technologies designed for IBM Power.
Greg has over a decade's worth of experience in IBM i report and data distribution and robotic process automation technology. Greg has helped hundreds of companies on Power streamline their cumbersome business processes through tailored digital transformation and implementation of strategic technologies designed for IBM Power.
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