Two of the hottest trends in 2011 are open source technology and cloud computing. Every conference I go to there seems to be whole sessions devote to cloud computing and whole separate sessions to open source. However, you rarely see to see the two discussed in the same session or discussion which is kind of weird since they share commonalities. A lot of the thinking behind cloud computing and open source is very similar. For example, I think...

Join us for a Webinar on August 11 Space is limited.Reserve your Webinar seat now at:https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/367369774 Everyone understands the importance of Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity, however many have delayed implementing a sound strategy and plan. The scope of such a strategy is often perceived as technically challenging and cost prohibitive. Join us as Lore Systems presents "Achieving Business Continuity Readines...

Benefits Social media tools have taken hold as critical communication, branding, and community building channels and aren't letting go anytime soon. With so many people using these sites, usage amongst all age groups continuing to grow, and technology that makes access to these channels and information ongoing and instantaneous, it is critical that public works and utility professionals obtain the proper guidance so that they don't get left be...

Webinar: Advancing Technologies for Working with Underground Utilities: Current SHRP 2 Research Register now! TRB’s second Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP 2), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), is hosting a webinar on August 10, 2011, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM EDT that will explore four active SHRP 2 utility-related researc...

This webinar will provide you the basic information on export assistance available for small and midsize companies. This interactive webinar will also help you find the right assistance for your company including federal and state governments, industry associations and non-profits. Examples will be provided of small companies that have used these resources to increase their international sales and profits. Date: August 10, 2011 Time: 2 PM East...

As virtualization increases in maturity, more and more organizations want to optimize their datacenter efficiency. Due to the ease and simplicity of which systems can be provisioned, many organizations can’t keep up with the growth and have a slow-down of further virtual adoption. The organizations that are able to hit higher maturity levels of virtual to physical infrastructure are doing so because of almost one single reason: they und...

Today’s executives and managers face an overload of data and find it progressively difficult to sift out actionable information. Companies and enterprises world over are dealing with data volume explosions. To maintain your competitive advantage, it is important to be able to rely on your data quality and have the right tools and infrastructure that will transform data into actionable information. In this economy, it is crucial to maxim...

A GSA Schedule contract is one of the most widely used procurement vehicles by the federal government. If constructed and negotiated properly, it will be a powerful and efficient sales tool that gives you access and visibility to the entire federal market and in some instances state and local governments. Join Winvale and examine the benefits of holding a GSA Schedule contract, the process of submitting and negotiating a quality offer that wi...

Join Carahsoft and Adobe for an informative one-hour session to learn about leveraging the full suite of the Adobe Connect capabilities with Video Teleconferencing (VTC). With VTC, presenters and participants can securely engage with one another through real-time video and audio. We will also discuss how to leverage a scalable and secure (FISMA) platform to reach audiences and users outside your network.Connect, the award-winning web conferenc...

Next Program August 3, 2011 11:30 AM PT Live Webcast Hosted by John Thomas Flynn with Bernard Soriano Lee Mosbrucker Topics include: Identity Management and the latest on the state's Social Networking initiatives. TechLeader.TV will examine the State of California's efforts to develop and implement a single sign-on for residents, approved business partners, and state employees. DMV is piloting a secure Identity Management Portal that nearly 1...