Digital spaces are becoming ever-more interactive and continuing to move away from a page-based model. Cross-channel, data-dependent, multi-platform, context-aware content has become the norm. New technologies like ‘internet of things’ devices and voice-driven gadgets continue to capture our imagination and fuel innovation across industries. In this environment, the intentional design of information environments for findability, understanding, and adaptability has never been more important.
Today, everyone who contributes to the creation of these spaces needs to understand Information Architecture. Information Architects are part of an ever-growing landscape of roles responsible for structuring information spaces. As technology evolves, so must the practice of Information Architecture.
At the 2016 IA Summit, we’ll gather a diverse collection of voices from within the discipline and beyond to address the continued evolution of our practices. With material appropriate for all levels and running the gamut from the theoretical to the immediately practical, the 2016 IA Summit will truly showcase a broader panorama.
The Summit begins on Wednesday with two days of optional pre-conference workshops. If you're not participating in any workshops, we recommend arriving to Atlanta (or clearing your schedule) by mid-afternoon on Thursday so you don't miss the First Timers orientation and dinners (if this is your first Summit, please take advantage of the welcome) and our Opening Party (for everyone).
The main conference runs three full days, from Friday through Sunday, with evening activities on both Friday and Saturday nights. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided on all three days.
The conference will conclude between 3pm and 4pm on Sunday following our closing keynote—and we strongly recommend staying until the end. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has many flight options on Sunday evening, or stick around through Monday to make sure you don't miss a moment!