We are delighted to bring you the third edition of IBM Software Universe. As you may already know, this is IBM's largest event in India showcasing the widest range of middleware in the industry.IBM Software Universe '06 was attended by more than 900 IT and business professionals from leading organisations in India. It gave them an insider's view of the latest technology and software roadmaps, along with insights from global technology experts and IBM worldwide leaders.

This year, we aim to bring the event to you on a much larger scale with an expected attendance of 1200 delegates. The theme this year at IBM Software Universe is 'Inspiring Innovation' and will focus on the fact that if an organization must create value to grow, innovation is imperative. It will also endeavor to throw light on how to inspire and sustain an environment that is conducive to innovation and how businesses must ensure that processes, people and technology are flexible, making way for seamless collaboration, simplification and integration. The flagship event of IBM India Software Group will help IT and business leaders shape the role of innovation within their own strategic agendas