The recently released Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) document has expectedly reemphasized the Department of Defense's (DoD) call for increased Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) platform, payload and supporting technology development and procurement, paving the way for a multitude of opportunities and growth potential. The QDR also reinforced Congress? December 2009 approval for full funding on the DoD’s 2010 UAS budget request, totalling...

This is not only a workshop on understanding the current state of cloud computing, it also addresses understanding your own IT requirements which dictate where and how cloud computing could be a fit with your enterprise. Cloud computing is the concept of leveraging IT assets over the Internet to provide more scalable, cost effective, and adaptable services to the organization. However, the concepts behind cloud computing reach much further. C...

Class date: July 19-23 This basic EMT-Tactical program provides a foundation for medical personnel providing support to special response teams and integrates didactic, practical and field exercises to provide the student with the essentials of Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS). Successful completion of this course results in certification of special competence. Sponsored by U.S. HHS, DHS, and U.S. Park Police. Registration deadlines: J...

The goals of Industry Day are to provide situational awareness of ITA's transformation and the future contracting environment, and to increase vendor competition. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. The program starts at 9:30 a.m. ITA is a customer-driven organization dedicated to providing economical, reliable, and secure IT services. Our mission is to advance the mission success of the Pentagon community as well as customers located inside and...

We're going to have a ball April 21st!In fact, we're going to have several hundred golf balls as we celebrate the 6th anniversary of The American Small Business Coalition at TopGolf in Alexandria, VA.What is TopGolf? It's a revolutionary sports entertainment complex combining games with great food and an environment you can enjoy year-round with friends and family of all skill levels. TopGolf features computerized microchips in every golf ball...

Building on the success of the 2009 conference, the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC), premier provider of information for the defense community, will host its 36th Annual Conference. The 2010 theme is "Celebrating 65 Years of Providing Access to Defense Information", and this year's event will address DTIC's role as the Department of Defense (DoD) technical information broker. Speakers from government, private industry, and DTIC wi...

IDGA’s Cloud Computing for DoD & Government is your opportunity to claim your place in the virtual world of DoD and federal government data storage. You will be able to meet with key decision-makers and top-notch innovators for your chance to tap into the emerging market of cloud computing for defense and government! Lead the way with revolutionary cloud computing initiatives by attending sessions on: Implementation of SaaS solutions The immed...

Technological Solutions in a Fluid Environment As the continually aging aircraft fleet is tasked at the highest levels in history, the DoD has outlined road-maps to extend their service life and utility with technological avionics improvements across the board. At the same time, the growing needs of a constantly changing war environment must be addressed while increased congestion and safety concerns require attention as well. The need for new...

This one day Information Security Day is the only chance to get in front of USPTO employees at this facility in 2009. IT Security Management at USPTO, event host, and FBC will work together to promote the IT Security Day to all personnel. The USPTO will be promoting the event internally through their "USPTO Weekly" newsletter and via an electronic flyer. They will also be participating in the expo with a table to hand out giveaway items to att...