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Recap of MACH THREE Conference in New York
Recap of MACH THREE Conference in New York
The MACH THREE conference in New York gathered digital leaders from across the globe to celebrate customer stories in the alliance.
Before the event, over 550 technology decision-makers from organizations with annual revenues exceeding $500 million across the USA and Europe were surveyed. The focus was on the growing importance and impact of MACH (Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native SaaS, and Headless) technology in modern enterprises.
Why Are Large Enterprises Shifting to Composable?
The conference emphasized why large enterprises are rapidly shifting to composable architectures. Key statistics from the surveyed decision-makers highlighted:
- 85% reported that MACH delivers measurable ROI.
- 85% increased their investment in MACH technologies.
- 87% expanded MACH in their infrastructure.
- 91% agreed that MACH is critical for future success.
These figures underscore the tangible benefits and strategic importance of adopting MACH principles in enterprise architecture.
Controlling Content at Scale with Uniform
Nika Karliuchenko, Senior Technical Product Manager at TELUS, presented insightful best practices on managing content at scale, particularly in headless CMS environments. She stressed the importance of not mapping front-end components and content types in a 1:1 ratio, as it compromises content reuse. She introduced the innovative concept of authorable components, which could shape the future of content management.
- Best Practice: Avoid mapping front-end components and content types 1:1 in a headless CMS to enhance content reuse.
- Innovation: Introduction of authorable components for better content management.
Innovating the Front End with Uniform
Stephanie Holbrook, Senior Digital Product Manager at Vystar Credit Union, shared strategies for scalable, member-first digital product development. Her presentation highlighted Uniform innovations to create hyper-localized digital experiences at the city and local member branch levels. This approach ensures that digital products are tailored to the specific needs of diverse user bases.
- Best Practice: Develop scalable, member-first digital products.
- Innovation: Use of Uniform for hyper-localized digital experiences tailored to specific city and local branch needs.
Getting the Right Content to the Right People with Uniform
Reisha Khan-Turpin, Director, Digital Development & Delivery, and Alysha Hille, Director, Digital Marketing, Experience & CRM, of Metrolinx discussed modernizing digital delivery to provide value, such as returning real dollars to taxpayers and building cross-channel experiences (web, mobile, digital displays). They emphasized empathy in personalization programs to support all walks of life, which can significantly enhance user experiences, like reducing wait times at train stations.
- Best Practice: Modernize digital delivery for efficiency and empathy-driven personalization.
- Innovation: Building cross-channel experiences (web, mobile, digital displays) to support diverse user needs and reduce wait times.
rideMACH Certification Badges
The conference also featured a segment on Certification Badges, encouraging attendees to check out rideMACH. These certifications, covering topics such as the MACH Mindset and modern tech with MACH, were valuable refreshers for effectively guiding and advising customers and agencies.
Community and Networking
The MACH THREE conference was not only about learning but also about fostering community and networking. Highlights included:
Engaging in conversations with industry experts like Joe Cicman.
- Discussions led by Andrew Kumar on Experience Management in a MACH world.
- Pat Coyne’s impromptu demo of a multi-site solution.
- Lars Petersen’s presentation on the latest innovations in Visual CMS and Experience Management on a MACH stack aimed at accelerating experience operations, personalization, and conversions.
The MACH THREE App was crucial in sparking engagement and building awareness of Uniform's innovations.
MACH Start: Achieve Digital Experiences at MACH Speed
A significant announcement at the conference was the launch of MACH Start by Uniform. This ready-to-go MACH starter is a foundational solution to scale composable architecture and digital experiences rapidly. It represents a pivotal step towards achieving digital experiences at MACH speed.
Conclusion
The MACH THREE conference was a resounding success, highlighting the critical role of MACH technology in the future of enterprise architecture.
The event provided invaluable insights and fostered strong connections among technology leaders. It covered topics ranging from best practices and innovative strategies to community building and new product launches.
As enterprises continue to embrace composable architectures, the learnings and innovations from MACH THREE will undoubtedly shape the path forward.
