You Will Learn: How DoD leaders are preparing their agency's infrastructures for cloud computing and what it means for the future How seedling technologies like Virtualized Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and virtualization and optimization of servers and storage are preparing agencies for the cloud Hands-on guidance on how to translate new technology into new savings in time, energy, and efficiency How to address privacy and security issues that...

Project Budgeting and Estimating During this Interactive Training you will learn how to: Acquire the Skills to Define, Plan and Execute a Project Budget Improve Project Estimates for Enhanced Results Leverage Organizational Resources and Utilize Skills to Remain on Cost and Budget Work with the Cost Breakdown Structure Allocate a Contingency Budget by Prioritizing Risk

School and Cyber Bullying Focus on the Social Environment of the School Learn how to teach kids at every grade level effective resistance techniques and inclusive leadership skills. Assess Bullying at Your School Change the climate of the school so that students understand bullying is not a normal part of student life. Garner Staff and Parent Support for Bullying Prevention Gain buy-in from the majority of the staff and parents to prevent bull...

There are over 3.6 million voices in the Valley. They’re getting louder... Are you listening? What is civic engagement? What is authentic public participation? How can I actively participate in a successful solution? Mark your calendars and register today – on November 4, 2010, the PACE conference is the ideal place to get answers to these questions and much more! The City of Peoria, in collaboration with IAP2, is proud to announce...

The GEOINT Symposium is the preeminent event of the year for the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities who rely on geospatial intelligence to solve our national security challenges. Each year since 2003, GEOINT Symposia have brought together an exciting agenda of keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout sessions and provided attendees a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts, share best practices, and uncover t...

On November 3rd, join fellow government IT innovators for this complimentary one-day event to discuss ways to engage, innovate, and improve government efficiency. Today, more than ever, there is a groundswell pushing for more open and engaging government. More than talk, agencies are now communicating within their own walls, breaking down silos to interagency collaboration, and engaging with constituents in new ways – with citizens, with...

Leadership in Times of Change Course One: Refining Interpersonal Communication for Management Excellence • Communicate effectively using simple, concise, direct language • Utilize active listening to anticipate and avoid misunderstanding • Determine differences in communication styles and behaviors Course Two: Engaging Employees for Greater Workforce Productivity and Success • Commit your staff to your organization’s...

The Strategic PMO Summit Align Your PMO to Business Needs Identify how your strategic PMO can provide maximum value to your organization Leverage Your PMO in Tight Economic Times Position your PMO to cut projects that have spiraled out of control and increase business efficiency Increase Project Transparency Ensure that all team members are familiar with the priorities, budget and status of the project Identify Projects that need Attention Lea...

October 2010 Monthly Luncheon October 29, 2010 • Fort Belvoir Officers' Club 11:30 am Networking & Registration, 12 noon Lunch & Presentation Please note the change of date to Friday, October 29 (formerly Wednesday 10/27). Speaker: Mr, Richard Eva, Project Director, PD-ALTESS

Government Performance Management Week Featuring Three Interactive Core Courses: Course 1: Strategic Planning Create clearly defined end outcome goals and develop strategies to meet organizational objectives Course 2: Performance Measurement Learn how to use organizational goals and objectives to develop appropriate performance measures Course 3: Performance-Based Budgeting Implement budget-performance integration to ensure resources are being...