With the dust finally settling from Velocity 2019, we’re giving our OnBase-enthused engines a breather as we shift into park until 2020. But before we officially turn back the key, let’s take one last glimpse in the rear-view mirror at all the innovation, collaboration and pure fun that fueled such an accelerating event for courts, governments, insurance organizations, back offices and others across the nation.
Day One: Fine-Tuning
Rubber immediately met the road for the 30 OnBase admins who attended Tuesday’s all-day training sessions. Divided into general and advanced classes and instructed by two ImageSoft sales engineers, the sessions blueprinted many traditional and new OnBase tools that serve admins across every industry.
Some Traded in Cars for Carts
A few attendees decided to spend the day driving their momentum across the course during a round of golf and networking with ImageSoft account executives at The Inn at St. Johns.
A Dine No One Dashed On
Whether attendees opted for taking swings or stroking keys, everyone reconvened under one roof for a complimentary dinner, cocktails and catching up at the Novi Suburban Collection Showplace. On the menu? Something for everyone! With stations serving up Mexican fare, Mediterranean-Greek style dishes and good ol’ BBQ, it was easy to indulge in conversation with new and familiar faces while visiting and enjoying each spread.
Day Two: Showtime!
With vibrant teal lanyards and a personalized schedule in front of them, the roughly 100 “day two” attendees enjoyed session after session (with trail mix and nacho bars refueling them in between!), hearing first-hand customer stories about the opportunities afforded from the electronic workflow, case management and overall streamlined communications that OnBase provides. While sessions were organized on industry-specific tracks, participants were free to attend any session that peaked their interest. After all, it’s not uncommon for the prosecutor’s office to be inspired by seeing OnBase at work in the courtroom.
Before the busy day ahead, however, all attendees were invited to join us for breakfast and a brief general session, featuring a guest speaker who is the “apple” of many technology-inspired eyes.
Will the Real Steve Jobs Please Stand Up?
A complete 180° from Emcee Adam Rose’s cowboy getup during last year’s Velocity, attendees were unexpectedly greeted by Steve Jobs. Well, kind of. It was ImageSoft CEO Dave Hawkins channeling his inner Jobs, complete with a black mock turtle-neck sweater, casual blue jeans, white New Balance sneakers and all the appropriate iconic quotes and mannerisms.
All entertainment aside, Dave opened the day by spelling out the “why” of technology innovators in the context of encouraging sentiments. Building on quotes such as “Innovation is the ability to see change as an opportunity, not a threat” and “Think Different,” Dave’s contagious excitement about the paperless future energized the room and opened everyone’s minds to the possibility of their ideas, the inspiration of what’s been done and the opportunity of what’s to come.
“I wanted to draw on the wisdom of a universally admired master innovator to convey a few key principles of success: the willingness to try crazy ideas, the discipline to focus and the need to persevere,” said Dave. “These traits can make or break IT projects.”
Survey Says…
We’re not just bragging. We swapped completed surveys for swag bags on the way out and are humbled to share that, out of a four-star possibility, attendees gave us an average of 3.8. Our most common, free-handed response? “Loved seeing how other organizations used the products!”
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We Want to Hear From You!
2019 Velocity attendees: what was your most memorable Velocity moment? How about your new favorite OnBase feature?
Future Velocity attendees: what session topic would be a “must-see” for you?
Answer below or on our LinkedIn page. We read and respond – promise!