“Welcome to COMMON Belgium, the premier IBM Power Systems
(IBM i / AIX / Linux) national user community,
dedicated to harnessing the potential of IBM-based solutions
to advance our members’ businesses, skills and networking”

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Common Belgium 40th Anniversary Bash
and CD-Invest Ignite Spring Seminar

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Monday-Tuesday 25-26 March, Park Inn Radisson Brussels
Place Marcel Broodthaers Plein 3, B-1060 Brussels, Belgium
(Smack across the exit Av. Fonsylaan at Zuid/Midi station)

REGISTER NOW to fire up 2024 with cutting-edge education and an electrifying celebration! Join us for Common Belgium’s 40th Anniversary and New Year bash, turbocharged with CD-Invest’s Ignite Spring Seminar (seminar on invitation only).

Get set to:

  • Dive into the forefront of knowledge with insights from IBM, Industry, and University Experts,
  • Mix and mingle over refreshing drinks and delectable dinner delights,
  • In addition, brace yourself for a chance to snatch a FREE registration valued at €1050 for an exclusive Common Europe Congress in Milan from June 4th to 7th.

Do not let go this epic fusion of celebration and career advancing education!

Easiest Accessibility: Embrace sustainability – “Be Green, Take the Train”, reduce your carbon footprint – the venue is just across the street from Brussels Zuid/Midi station.

Fees –
Monday March 25 (see agenda here):
– Advanced SQL, System Management, Security and Prompt Engineering Workshops, Keynote, 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
– 1 Workshop + Coffees + Lunch = €130,
– 2 Workshops + Coffees + Lunch = €200,
– Non-Member additional fees = €150,
– 40th Anniversary celebration dinner = €80 (for all).

Tuesday March 26 (see agenda here):
– Education sessions, coffees, Lunch, Closing drinks with a chance to win a FREE registration worth €1050 for Common Europe Congress, Milan, 4-7 June
– FREE for Members (Invoices being sent, payment to be received before March 15 to claim free seat)
– Non-Member additional fees = €150

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Industry Expert Speakers giving workshops and education sessions: Explore cutting-edge insights from world-renowned experts:
Alain Seiden, THE Performance Guru of PHP on IBM i, IBM Champion
Antonio Salcedo, Professor, IBM I Teacher, IBM Champion
Birgitta Hauser, THE SQL Queen, IBM Champion
Charlie Guarino, Central Park Data Systems, IBM Champion
Dimitri Casier AI Engineer, HOWEST Applied University
Fabian Michel, Senior Power & Storage Technical Specialist, IBM
Johan Galle, Cybersecurity Expert, HOWEST Applied University
Koen Decorte, ICT Consultant IBM i, IBM Champion
Larry Bolhuis, Service Express, IBM Champion
Ludovic Gasc, Open Source and AI Solutions Architect, IBM
Matthias Blomme, AI Engineer, HOWEST Applied University
Stefan van Den Borre,
AI Engineer WatsonX Expert, IBM

Event at a Glance:
– Monday 25 March: Full day – 2 SW and 2 HW workshops in 2 tracks
– Monday 25 March full day: CD-Invite Ignite Spring Seminar – Decision Makers track (restricted, on invitation alone)
– Monday 25 March Evening: Keynote session followed by 40th Anniversary Dinner
– Tuesday 26 March: Full day – 2 parallel SW, HW and AI tracks and
– Tuesday 26 March: Closing drinks with the big prize of a free Common Europe Congress registration worth minimum € 1050.

Agenda:

Learn, meet and network with prominent IBM and industry experts. Engage with themes spanning Open Source, AI, Application Development, Db2 and SQL, System Management, and Customer case studies. Attend interactive workshops and education sessions led by accomplished individuals:

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Venue and hotel

Park Inn Radisson Brussels
Place Marcel Broodthaers Plein 3, B-1060 Brussels, Belgium
(Smack across the exit Av. Fonsylaan at Zuid/Midi station)

Hotel Reservation: Use code COMBEL24 at this link for exclusive negotiated rates of €143.24/night including breakfast and local taxes.

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Benelux Power 2023

06-07 November 2023

We sincerely thank our enthusiastic participants, knowledgeable speakers, and generous sponsors for collectively contributing to the resounding success of Benelux Power 2023.

Continuing on last ten years’ success, Common Belgium, Common Netherlands and Common Luxembourg, have organized the 11th BeNeLux Power Expo and Conference with intensified education thru workshops and Exhibition and Conference on 06-07 November 2023.
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What is COMMON Belgium

At COMMON Belgium, our focus extends beyond borders. COMMON Belgium proudly contributes to the thriving Common Europe community, where like-minded professionals from across the continent converge annually to explore emerging trends, engage with IBM experts, and forge lasting connections. Furthermore, we actively foster collaboration with our European sister user groups, aligning our efforts to create a seamless, transcontinental exchange of insights and expertise. Through these invaluable partnerships, we leverage collective knowledge to shape the future of IBM solutions on a global scale. 
Be part of our adventure

By joining COMMON Belgium, you become part of an inspiring journey – one that embraces innovation, fosters collaboration, and empowers you to shape the future of technology. Explore our initiatives, events, and membership benefits at www.common.be, and take your place at the forefront of IBM i driven transformation. Together, we propel a global community united by shared knowledge, collective vision, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Be part of our adventure

 

Welcome to COMMON Belgium, the premier national user community dedicated to harnessing the potential of IBM based solutions. Our mission is rooted in cultivating a vibrant ecosystem that revolves around networking, knowledge exchange, advanced education, and strategic influence within the realm of IBM i products and solutions. As a non-profit organization, COMMON Belgium unites a diverse community of clients, solution providers, academic institutions and IBMers, all driven by a shared passion for leveraging IBM i technologies to drive innovation and growth.
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Our commitment to collaboration extends across the Atlantic as well. As an active participant in COMMON North America, we ensure that our members are seamlessly integrated into an expansive network that transcends geographical boundaries. This partnership opens doors to a wealth of resources, thought leadership, and industry best practices, enriching the experiences and opportunities available to every COMMON Belgium member.
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Testimonials

  • “At ASCO we value our membership of Common Belgium as it provides us a means to stay up to date with IBM i developments and enhancements. Their regular theme based sessions are a means to stay up to date in the ever-changing IBM i and IT landscape. In addition, it provides us contact with other users who tackle problems we face as well and, through other insight or viewpoints, have sometimes handed better solutions than we could (not) have found.“

    Kris De Vlieger
    IT business relationship & development manager, ASCO Industries, Zaventem, Belgium
  • “Through participation in Common Belgium activities, Howest University students gain access to a wealth of IBM i knowledge and expertise from IBM Business Architects and industry leaders. The presentations, workshops, and seminars offer them insights into the latest trends and technologies within the IBM i ecosystem. This exposure, and networking with business professionals, not only enhances their technical skills but also equips them with a deep understanding of real-world business applications, infrastructure and security.”

    Corneel Theben Tervile
    International Coordinator of Applied Computer Science, HOWEST University of Applied Sciences, Bruges, Belgium
  • “Common Belgium’s education helps Colruyt Group to offer cutting edge IT solutions to our business. Their insightful sessions and workshops empower us with new technologies, enhancing operations. Moreover, the networking advantage of being a member allows us to connect with industry peers and leaders, amplifying our IBM i solutions leverage for ongoing success.”

    Peter Boesman
    Application Manager for Solucious (part of Colruyt Group) Belgium
  • “Being a member of Common Belgium has been a game-changer for our company. The current education they provide keeps our IT applications sharp, while the networking opportunities have connected us with industry peers and opportunities. Thanks to Common Belgium, we’re confidently steering our business through the ever-changing IT landscape.”

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    IT Manager, An International 100 Years Young Company, Belgium