Global software leader IGEL is set to host its premier 'Now & Next® Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit' in Melbourne on September 17, 2026. The event will gather industry titans to address the evolving landscape of endpoint security and digital resilience.

  • The IGEL Now & Next® Summit will take place on September 17, 2026, at Park Hyatt Melbourne.
  • The program focuses on endpoint security, resilience, and secure workspace delivery strategies.
  • Key speakers include IGEL CEO Klaus Oestermann and CTO Mathias Haas.
  • Major industry partners like NVIDIA and Nutanix are supporting the event.

MELBOURNE, Australia: Global software company IGEL, a pioneer in delivering the IGEL Adaptive Secure Endpoint Platform™, has officially announced its upcoming 'Now & Next® Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit'. Scheduled for September 17, 2026, at the Park Hyatt Melbourne, this one-day summit is poised to become a critical touchpoint for IT and security leaders across the region.

This Australian expansion follows a successful five-city European roadshow, signaling IGEL's commitment to the growing demand for secure digital workspaces. As industries such as healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure grapple with the rising costs of hardware replacement versus the necessity of operational continuity, IGEL's solutions offer a strategic middle ground.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the paradigm of enterprise security is shifting from mere device management to a holistic approach involving recovery, governance, and continuity. As organizations integrate cloud, VDI, and DaaS models, the endpoint becomes the primary battleground for cyber defense. IGEL's focus on Zero Trust and SSE/SASE architectures addresses this critical vulnerability head-on.

"Organizations want stronger control at the endpoint, greater resilience when disruption occurs, and a practical path to support both current and emerging workspace models." — Klaus Oestermann, CEO of IGEL

The summit will feature high-level sessions led by Klaus Oestermann and Mathias Haas (Managing Director and CTO), focusing on the IGEL Adaptive Secure Desktop® in specialized environments like contact centers and healthcare. Furthermore, Sterling Wilson will delve into business continuity, while James Millington will explore the convergence of IT and OT (Operational Technology) in clinical workspaces.

The presence of industry heavyweights such as Nutanix, NVIDIA, Omnissa, and UltrArmor as sponsors underscores the collaborative nature of modern cybersecurity. The summit aims to provide a platform where real-world expertise meets cutting-edge technological strategy.

Did You Know?: IGEL OS is built on an immutable operating system foundation, which significantly reduces the attack surface by maintaining a known-good state.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who can attend the IGEL Summit in Melbourne?
The event is open to enterprise IT and security leaders residing in Australia and New Zealand.

2. What is the primary goal of the Now & Next® series?
It is designed to facilitate deep conversations between customers and partners regarding the next phase of endpoint and workspace strategy.