14th Annual Systems Engineering Conference (NDIA #2870)

Introduction
A major conference focusing on improving acquisition and performance of Defense programs and systems, including net-centric operations and data/information interoperability, system-of-systems engineering and all aspects of system sustainment, will be convened in San Diego, CA, October 24-27, 2011.  This conference is sponsored by the National Defense Industrial Association, Systems Engineering Division, with technical co-sponsorship by IEEE AES, IEEE Systems Council and the International Council on Systems Engineering, and is supported by the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, Director, Systems Engineering, and Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer.

Conference Objectives
This conference seeks to create an interactive forum for Program Managers, Systems Engineers, Chief Scientists, and Engineers and Managers from the Requirements, Design, Verification, Support, Logistics and Test communities from both Government and Industry.  The conference will provide the opportunity to shape policy and procedures by exchanging innovative tactics and lessons learned.

Agenda
To view the most up-to-date conference agenda, please visit www.ndia.org/meetings/2870.

Tutorials
On Monday, October 24, 2011, we will conduct a series of systems engineering, interoperability, modeling & simulation and best practices tutorials. 

Topic Sessions Include:
Early Development Planning 
Effective Test & Evaluation
Architecture
Executive Overview 
Systems Engineering Effectiveness 
Logistics Systems 
Integrated Diagnostics
Modeling & Simulation
Test & Evaluation in Systems Engineering 
Net-Centric Operations
Software 
Affordable Readiness & Reduction of Total Ownership Cost 
SE Workforce Development, Education & Training 
Program Management
Technology Maturity Measurement
Human Systems Integration - HSI

Location
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay
1441 Quivira Rd
San Diego, CA 92109
Tel: (619) 224-1234

From the San Diego International Airport:
Take the Pt. Loma exit and turn right on Nimitz Blvd. towards Mission Bay Park. Follow Ingraham Street north to West Mission Bay Drive/Mission Beach. Follow West Mission Bay Drive to the right. Turn left at the light, on to Quivira Road. Make an immediate right to the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina.

Taxi:  Fare is approximately $20.00.

Parking*
Self parking:  $20 per day
Valet parking: $25 per day
*Prices are subject to change.

Lodging
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay
1441 Quivira Rd
San Diego, CA 92109
Tel: 888-421-1442

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay.  In order to ensure the discounted rate, you must make your reservations early and ask for the “National Defense Industrial Association” room block. Rooms will not be held after Monday, October 3, 2011 and may sell out before then. Rates are also subject to change after this date.

To make your reservation, please call the hotel directly: 888-421-1442 or click on the links below to access the dedicated online booking websites:
Government - $133 (single/double)
Industry - $209 (single/double)

*The government per diem rate is available only to active duty or civilian government employees. ID will be required upon check-in.

Government Attendees
Any active U.S. Military attendee with ID and travel order will be tax exempt (subject to state’s regulation of tax exemption). Any U.S. Government employee paying with U.S. Government check or credit card will be tax exempt (with supporting documentation as required by some states). Check with the hotel for specific state and local requirements when booking hotel reservations.

Displays
NDIA invites you to display at the Systems Engineering Conference, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your capabilities to conference attendees. Displays will be centrally located at the conference. 

The display registration fee is $1,800 which includes one individual conference registration, table, chair and electrical hook-up.  Displays will be tabletop or “pop-up” style.  Allocated display space will be 10 ft. wide by 6 ft. deep. 

Although computer systems for demonstration are OK, minimal hardware should be utilized.  No formal decorating company will be involved.  Companies must bring their own displays and plan to do their own set-up.  Standard draped folding table and chair will be provided for each display space.

For more information, please contact Allison Doherty at adoherty@ndia.org.

Attire
Appropriate dress for this conference is business casual for civilians and class B uniform for military.

During conference registration and check-in, each participant will be issued an identification badge. Please be prepared to present a picture ID. Badges must be worn at all conference functions.

Special Needs
NDIA supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Attendees with special needs or allergies/dietary restrictions should call Allison Doherty, Meeting Planner, at 703-247-2570 and refer to Event #2870 prior to October 14, 2011.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Increase your company or organization's exposure by becoming a Sponsor!
A Sponsorship ($5,000) will add your company name to the back cover of the onsite brochure as well as main podium recognition throughout the conference, signage at all events including the opening reception, a hotlink on the conference website to your organization’s website, and a 350-word organization description in the conference agenda.

For more information, please contact Allison Doherty at 703-247-2570 or adoherty@ndia.org.