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The quickening pace of technology has led us to crossroads which combine advancement with understanding. Disruptive technologies are changing industries, shaping new ones and ultimately leading to a new way of doing business. The Manchester Business School 2014 Summit will cover the most provocative areas of change spanning across multiple industries from technology to finance.

The aim of the conference is to boost awareness, foster creativity, allow like-minded individuals to network and ultimately create new synergistic relationships amongst delegates. The speakers will be both pioneers in new fields and experts in traditional industries. By bringing together the old with the new, it will provide a holistic perspective as to how disruptive technologies are changing industries. Areas to be covered include: technology, healthcare, oil & gas, financial services and manufacturing.

Some topics of discussion will revolve around the Internet of things, 3D printing, smart-grid technology, big data analytics and graphene to name a few. The conference will be held at the Palace Hotel in Manchester, a premier, historic venue. Support will be provided from the University of Manchester and a host of other regional sponsors.