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Project Management Professional Study Group Forming

Announcement:

PMI Palmetto Chapter 
PMP Exam Study Group
The Project Management Professional (PMP) credential is a globally recognized standard of project management expertise.  It is earned by passing a four-hour examination composed of 200 multiple-choice questions that measure your ability to apply knowledge, skills and techniques used in project management. The Project Management Institute (PMI) sponsors the credential which is based on A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK). The exam is developed by groups of individuals from around the globe who hold the PMP credential and is routinely reviewed and revised to ensure the best and consistently objective assessment. Certain education and experience requirements must be met before applying for the exam.   

The Palmetto PMI chapter sponsors a  PMP study group which is generally held in the spring and fall. Students from  our  area meet one evening a week for 12 weeks.  The study group is a free service for Palmetto PMI chapter members. 
 Each weekly meeting covers 1 chapter  of the PMBoK : 
-        Understanding PMBoK and the PMP exam 
-        Project Management Framework 
-        Integration Management 
-        Scope Management 
-        Time Management 
-        Cost Management 
-        Quality Management 
-        Human Resource Management 
-        Communications Management 
-        Risk Management 
-        Procurement Management 
-        Professional Responsibility

When the study group begins, the students /groups of students  each choose the topic(s) that they will "lead". It is recommended that students chose a topic where they have less understanding, as preparation to lead the discussion is a proven learning technique.
PMP Exam Study Group
PMI Palmetto Chapter
DATE: August 25th - November 10th
TIME: 6-8pm
LOCATION: Michelin (I85 & Pelham)
MORE: Each student should obtain a copy of the study materials: the PMBoK Guide 4th Edition, and Rita Mulcahy's PMP Exam Prep, 6th Edition.

Please write Wanda Gosnell for details. 
Wanda.Gosnell@us.Michelin.com   
864-458-6265 

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Upcoming ISSA Chapter Meeting - July 17th - Tokenless Two-Factor Authentication

The Upstate Chapter of the ISSA meets on July 17th. See below:

Upcoming Chapter Meeting - July 17th, 11:15AM to 12:30PM

* PRESENTATION: Tokenless Two-Factor Authentication

For most companies, information security is a top priority. Demand for
protecting data and employee confidentiality is only continuing to grow,
especially in industries that require a regulatory-compliant environment.
However, applying user names and passwords for authentication is
insufficient.  While two-factor authentication is an effective security
solution, traditional token-based systems have been difficult to implement
and administer, leading to limited adoption.

Please join PhoneFactor’s Greg Valenstein to lead a discussion,
presentation and demonstration about Two-Factor Authentication.

* Door prizes to include a $100 Best Buy gift card from PhoneFactor and
other items!
* Bootable Live DVD versions of the latest beta version of BackTrack will
be made available to attendees.
* Boxed lunches from Jersey Mike's will be provided at a nominal cost of
$10 per person. If you'd like to eat lunch with us, please make sure to
RSVP to webmaster@upstate-issa.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting
and mention you would like lunch ordered. Lunch may be paid for in either
cash or check on the Chapter meeting.

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AGENDA - July 17th, 2008 - 11:15AM to 12:30PM

11:15 - 11:25 Lunch/Networking
11:25 - 11:30 Introductions/Announcements
11:30 - 12:25 Presentation
12:25 - 12:30 Q&A/Door Prizes/Wrap-up

For directions, please visit http://www.upstate-issa.org/directions.htm.

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** REMINDER ** If you are a CISSP or SSCP, attending the Upstate SC ISSA
gathering meets the requirements for obtaining additional CPE's.
If you would like the Chapter to submit for your CPE's automatically,
please bring your CISSP/SSCP certification number to the meeting or
include your number in your RSVP.



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Event: Information Overdrive: Electronic Discovery for the Automotive Industry

This looks like a great event.  I just found out about it...

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Keymark releases agenda for Document Management Briefing

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See the attached pdf file for the details of the March 26th Special Briefing on Document Management.

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The Upstate Entrepreneur's Forum Meets tonight!

The Upstate Entrepreneur's Forum Meets tonight!



Monday March 16, 2009 Meeting
In a further effort to provide information to Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners in the Upstate, the UEF has asked Paul Woodward, President of CMIT Solutions of Greenville to make a short presentation on the technology concerns of Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners.

CMIT Solutions of Greenville, founded in 2003, provides information technology services that help a small business run smoothly and be prepared for anything, such as a preventative maintenance solution or a disaster recovery plan.

At the end of the presentation, Paul will respond to your specific questions concerning the application of technology in your business, so bring your questions. 

The meeting is Monday March 16, 2009 at 6pm - 7:30pm at the Coffee Underground Theatre; there will be informal networking before and after the session in the reception room of the Coffee Underground Theatre.

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Mac Users Group will discuss Apple iLife Suite tonight

Mac Users Group Announcement for March 9, 2008:



Mac Beginnings on Monday, March 2, was cancelled because of the inclement weather. It has been rescheduled for this coming Monday, March 9 in place of the regular GMUG meeting. April's GMUG meeting will continue with the second program in "The Mac at Work and Play" series.

MAC Beginnings: Monday, March 9, 2009
A venue of the Greenville Macintosh Users Group (GMUG)

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Mac Beginnings, Part 2 of a series of 4
Apple's iLife suite comes free on every new Mac - iPhoto, iMovie, iWeb, Garageband! Come see how to use the features of each program to enhance your media adventures!

Place:
Grace Baptist Church Choir Room
5020 Old Spartanburg Road
Taylors, SC 29687
(At the Intersection of Brushy Creek & Old Spartanburg Roads)

Directions/Map: http://www.gbctaylors.org/AboutUs/LocationDirections/tabid/77/Default.aspx

Wireless is available, so bring your laptops.

Any questions concerning or replies to this meeting should be sent to:
Penelope Cansler <pjcpenelope@gmail.com>

more at: http://www.greenvillemug.org



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Oracle 11g Tuning - Oracle Users Group Meets for Lunch Tuesday

From the South Carolina Chapter of the Oracle Users Group:


The SCIOUG Board is pleased to announce that noted Oracle consultant, Don Burleson, will be the speaker at our Tuesday lunch meeting. 

Don's presentation will focus on topics associated with Oracle 11g Tuning. 

As an extra bonus, Burleson Consulting will be sponsoring lunch for everyone and providing a number of promotional give aways. 

Even though lunch will be free, please RSVP at the website http://www.scioug.org to allow Stax Grill to plan properly. 

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MAC Beginnings Meeting for Monday Canceled

The Mac Beginnings meeting
scheduled for tomorrow night (Monday March 2)
has been canceled because of the weather.

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MAC Beginnings Part 2: Monday, March 2, 2009

The Greenville Mac users group hosts a series of programs for those new to their Mac.  The next session is March 2, 2009 and described below.

MAC Beginnings: Monday, March 2, 2009
A venue of the Greenville Macintosh Users Group (GMUG)
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Mac Beginnings, Part 2 of a series of 4
Apple's iLife suite comes free on every new Mac - iPhoto, iMovie, iWeb, Garageband! Bobby Morrison and David Kline will show how to use the features of each program to enhance your media adventures!

Place:
Grace Baptist Church Choir Room
5020 Old Spartanburg Road
Taylors, SC 29687
(At the Intersection of Brushy Creek & Old Spartanburg Roads)
Directions/Map: http://www.gbctaylors.org/AboutUs/LocationDirections/tabid/77/Default.aspx
Wireless is available, so bring your laptops.


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GSATC Attendees get VIP treatment at 2009 Techno Security Conference

Get VIP treatment at 2009 Techno Security Conference

The management team of TheTrainingCo., producers of the annualTechno Security Conference at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is extending a special offer to the GSA Technology Council for this year's Techno Security Conference being held on May 31 - June 3, 2009.

This will be the eleventh year for Techno Security at Myrtle Beach. They have had attendees register from 47 countries to date. You will have an opportunity to network with some of the top practitioners in the world in the fields of eDiscovery, Digital Forensics, Information Security and Technical Business Continuity Planning. Last year, there were over 1,500 people registered for this conference.

How to get the VIP Tickets (for free)

The registration price is currently listed at $995 on the website. Select that price, but enter "0" for amount paid and enter "Special GSATC VIP" in the Promotional Code section of the form.  

Register Online

For any members who hold a CISSP, CISM or a CISA certification, this conference also provides 32 CPE credits.

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