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...

Military Vehicles Exhibition & ConferenceExhibition: August 10-11, 2011 Focus & Conference Days: August 9-11, 2011Cobo Convention Center , Detroit, MIRegister today for your FREE EXPO PASS for limitless information-sharing and networking at the largest stand-alone military vehicles exhibition in the US! Complimentary Event Content 2011 Attendee Snapshot: Get a sneak peek of who you will meet at this year’s event. Conference Broc...

Over the past 25 years, the Federal Dispute Resolution Conference has earned a reputation for providing a solid professional development experience for federal civil service law practitioners and professionals. This year, more than 30 breakout sessions will deliver practical guidance for handling telework, reasonable accommodation, harassment, performance, discipline, leave and more! And, as always, no matter what your level of experience or e...

Inertial Navigation Systems. Fundamental Concepts. Schuller pendulum errors. Strapdown implementations. Ring laser gyros. The Sagnac effect. Monolithic ring laser gyros. Fiber optic gyros. Advanced strapdown implementations. Radionavigation’s Precise Position-Fixing Techniques. Active and passive radionavigation systems. Pseudoranging solutions. Nanosecond timing accuracies. The quantum-mechanical principles of cesium and rubidium atomi...

The objective of the NDIA 2011 Warheads and Ballistics Symposium is to provide a forum where researchers, developers, and program managers from government, academia, and industry can exchange information and ideas on current work related to the advancement of the technology and application of ballistics and weapon systems.

FBC and the Directorate of Information Management will be partnering to host this one-of-a-kind Information Technology Expo at Fort Sill. This is the only IT Expo being held at Fort Sill in 2011. This expo allows exhibitors the opportunity to have access to essential base personnel at Fort Sill which would otherwise not be possible.About Fort Sill:Fort Sill serves as the home of the United States Army Field Artillery School and well as the Mar...

San Diego's climate and region increases its risk for wildfires, earthquakes and flooding, and requires continuous collaboration and information sharing across all levels of response and emergency management. Its ranking as a UASI area magnifies the need for homeland security officers to integrate preparedness activities to ensure the security of our borders. Join your peers across all areas of homeland security and emergency preparedness to s...

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...