PEM Conferences

"IT SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS PROBLEMS"
April 26, 2011
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Schaumburg, IL


7:00AM-8:00AM	REGISTRATION – Foyer
7:00AM-8:00AM Utopia B-C	PEER-TO-PEER NETWORKING/BUFFET BREAKFAST
8:00am-8:15am Utopia B-C Marc Di Francisco Phil McEntee	WELCOME Marc Di Francisco, President, CIO Forum & Executive IT Summit PROGRAM INTRODUCTION Phil McEntee, Principal, Technology Executive Network
8:15am-9:15am Utopia B-C Eric Naiburg	KEYNOTE – "DEVELOPING AN INFORMATION GOVERNANCE STRATEGY" Presented by: Eric Naiburg, Director, IBM Discussion: Information is the lifeblood of the global economy. Information Governance is the business activity of coordinating communication and collaboration to achieve sustainable results - Semantic Consistency, Data Quality, Single View of the Truth, Trusted Information, and Security & Privacy are all desired business outcomes that depend on Information Governance. In this presentation, we will discuss these challenges and explore real-world examples of how organizations have succeeded with Information Governance. The challenges they faced and solutions they discovered are contextual to each firm and circumstance, but together these examples offer insight into common issues and non-obvious systemic solutions.
9:15am-10:00am	BREAK – SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILIONBack to Top
10:00am-11:00am Session 1 Euphoria Milt Haynes Helen Cooke Joe Norton Steve Sawle	"PROJECT MANAGEMENT, HEALTHCARE, LIFE SCIENCES & MORE" Moderated by: Milt Haynes, Chair, PMI Chicagoland Exec. Council Panelists: Helen Cooke, PMP and PMI Fellow, VP OPMMentors-Chicago Joe Norton, EVP & Chief Technology Officer, Novartis Services Corporation Steve Sawle, Director, R&D Global Program Management Office, Hospira Discussion: Where are we? Where are we going? How are we going to get there? Come learn about the latest trends in the healthcare industry, and how project management is being used to meet the challenges (e.g. electronic medical records, managing radiation risk, regulatory compliance), and the myriad of integration activities resulting from mergers and acquisition. In this session, Chicagoland executives will share cases that explain how project management has given companies a competitive advantage
Session 2 Utopia A Sharon Dewitt Tom Coleman	"PARADIGM SHIFTS AND TECHNOLOGY'S INFLUENCE" Presented by: Sharon DeWitt, AIT Director, Scot Forge Tom Coleman, CIO, Sloan Valve Company Discussion: When was the last time you asked why you would ever need a PC at home? Every decade we see massive changes in the IT industry. In the 80s we saw desktop computing flourish, and progressed to a client server model in the 90s. Mobile computing grew quickly in 2000 and beyond. 2010 presents a variety of technologies that may deliver IT efficiencies on a grand scale. But how can IT take advantage of these game changers? How can this fast paced change be a catalyst for a paradigm shift and transform the organization? In this session, you will learn from two senior IT executives as to how they have been transforming their organizations in the wake of this transformation. Topics that will be covered include: What is a paradigm shift How to anticipate and recognize a potential paradigm shift How you need to change your approach and way of thinking How to take advantage of disruptive/innovative technologies as a catalyst for a paradigm shift How you strategically differentiate yourself and your organization through this transformation
Session 3 Utopia D Pete Dupre	"THE FUTURE OF SOFTWARE PROJECTS – HOW QUALITY ASSURANCE AND DEVELOPMENT MUST CHANGE" Presented by: Pete Dupre', Chief Solutions Architect, Micro Focus Discussion: I recently heard the CEO of a financial institution state “We are a software company, masquerading as a bank.” Business is built on software. Today, if we aren’t building precisely what the users need, we’re on the road to irrelevance. As technologists, we have to start hitting the mark every time for our users, and stop settling for mediocrity. Quality and Development Professionals are under ever-increasing pressure to perform better and deliver faster. In the face of rapid technology changes, vastly more complex systems, globalization, and new regulatory burdens, changes in the way we test and develop software are critical. In spite of all the methodologies and tools that have been thrown at the problem, the statistics tell a dismal story: Only 32% of software projects are considered successful, 40% of a development team’s time is wasted on unproductive rework, 70% of defects in production are introduced in the requirements stage, consider; 32% software project success? Inexcusable - we have to fix this, trends such as Agile are gaining popularity, but are they delivering business value? Analysts encourage organizations to drive quality from the start of the software development lifecycle to streamline and reduce cost. This sounds logical, but is it really achievable? Also, we have been talking about getting better at requirements for 25 years – what’s new now? Join us as we discuss: Current state of software project success - industry trends What's wrong with the traditional QA approach? Latest innovation and concepts in modernized "Continuous Quality Assurance"
11:15am-12:15pm Session 1 Euphoria Phil McEntee Nick DiGioia Tom Coleman Jack Wright Lou Peterhans	"JOURNEY TO THE FUTURE STATE CIO" Moderated by: Phil McEntee, Principal, Technology Executive Network Panelists: Nick DiGioia, CIO, Federated Group, Inc. Tom Coleman, CIO, Sloan Valve Company Jack Wright, Principal, Thinking for Success Lou Peterhans, CIO, Well Manufacturing Co. Discussion: In a recent article, The CIO Executive Council described the stages and steps of the journey from function-focused IT leader to business strategy-oriented CIO, which they believe is the long-term future of the profession. Along the journey, the IT organization elevates its reputation from credible to influential to game changer. Each stage of the journey requires a shift in the leader's overall focus and development of staff expertise and stakeholder relationships. Once leaders reach the top stage, they have the capabilities to deliver accumulated, comprehensive business value and the versatility to emphasize any leadership approach the company made need at a given period. Our panel of CXOs will share their experiences and beliefs and how they relate to the Council's vision of the long-term future of the IT profession
Session 2 Utopia D Sadik Al-Abdulla	"DATA PROTECTION AND DLP — COMPLIANCE AND TECHNOLOGY UPDATE" Presented by: Sadik Al-Abdulla, Sr. Manager Solutions, CDW Discussion: Data is the closest thing an organization has to a set of virtual crown jewels; it is comprised of the intellectual property, customer records, and transactions that generate long-term value. But unlike jewels locked in a vault, data must be used constantly to retain and increase that value. This presentation details the unique risks associated with data and the specific steps you must take to ensure its security. Receive step by step instructions around building a security program that will monitor, control, and ultimately protect your data, in all its forms, throughout its life cycle.
12:15pm-1:45pm Utopia B-C	LUNCHEON KEYNOTE - "CYBER SECURITY IN AND OUT OF THE CLOUD" Presented by: Todd Carroll, Supervisory Special Agent, FBI Discussion: The potential of cloud computing opens vast opportunities for low-cost hosting and testing of new application ideas, both for startups and established organizations. But what are the unique business / security risks and vulnerabilities inherent in the implementation of cloud computing? Will explore what the CIO, CTO, and CISO should consider in proactively guarding against the risks and other current Cyber threats. Also discuss methods of safeguarding applications and data from external and internal threats.
1:45pm–2:15pm	DESSERT – SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILION
2:15pm–3:15pm Session 1 Euphoria Bill Waas Edward G. Hoff Tony Lopykinski Rick A. Biederstadt Suman Sharma	"BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE" Moderated by: Bill Waas, CEO IT Executive Exchange Panelists: Edward Hoff, Director IT Christian Brothers Services Tony Lopykinski, Principal Maven Advisors Rick Biederstadt, Div. VP Enterprise Info. Delivery, IT Division, Health Care Service Corp. (HCSC), Suman Sharma, Dir. Business Intelligence, GE Commercial Finance Discussion: Organizations that have successfully implemented BI programs and seen broad adoption are reaping the business benefits of BI through improved operational efficiency, increased profitability, higher customer satisfaction and greater customer value. These same successful organizations have come to realize that BI is not just about technology, but rather, a new way of doing business enabled by the people, process, information, technology and culture of their organization. This panel discussion will focus on the best practice capabilities necessary to create sustainable value from business intelligence. Discussion topics will include: The identification of common best practices and trends in some of today's most successful BI implementations. Lessons learned from BI practitioner panelists regarding their experiences implementing the key best practices responsible for their success. Discussion regarding how organizations new to BI can get started and what can be done to avoid many of the common BI implementation challenges.
Session 2 Utopia D Mitch Northcutt	"VIRTUAL END-USER COMPUTING (VEUC)" Presented by: Mitch Northcutt, VP, Ahead Discussion: Mobile devices and application self-service are driving user demand for anytime, anywhere, any device access to desktops and applications. Desktop virtualization technologies enable organizations to meet these demands while streamlining management and control over reliability and data security. This presentation covers the process for transforming from your current state to your desired state virtual end user computing environment. Develop a strategy and road map for desktop virtualization. Design and plan for any-device access. Virtualize and stream applications. Understand the architecture and design alternatives. The desktop paradigm is changing. Desktop virtualization deconstructs the personal computer to remove its inherent limitations.
3:15pm–3:45pm	BREAK-SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILION
3:45pm-5:00pm Utopia B-C Brian Shul	KEYNOTE - "THE SPEED OF LIFE" Presented by: Brian Shul, Author, AF Fighter Pilot, TOP GUN Instructor, SR-71 Pilot Presentation: As one of America's most popular speakers, Brian Shul has used his stunning aviation photography, near-death experience, and subtle sense of humor, to craft a message living fearlessly and making the most of each day.
5:00pm-7:00pm: Utopia B-C	EXECUTIVE RECEPTION – SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILION Admittance by Conference Badge or VIP Pass Only. Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and Beverages. Back to Top

"IT SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS PROBLEMS"
April 27, 2011
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Schaumburg, IL


7:00am-8:00am	REGISTRATION – Foyer
7:00am-8:00am Utopia B-C	PEER-TO-PEER NETWORKING/ BUFFET BREAKFAST
8:00am-8:15am Utopia B-C Marc Di Francisco Mark Griesbaum	WELCOME Marc Di Francisco, President, CIO Forum & Executive IT Summit PROGRAM INTRODUCTION Mark Griesbaum, 2011 President, SIM Chicago Chapter
8:15am-9:15am Utopia B-C Mark Griesbaum Russ Mayer Mike Zanillo Susan Malisch Jolanta Gal	"IT LEADERSHIP AND THE ROLE THE CIO PLAYS ACROSS THE ENTIRE ORGANIZATION" Moderated by: Mark Griesbaum, President SIM Chicago Chapter,President, TCS Online Services, TCS Education System Panelists: Russ Mayer, VP & CIO, GE Technology Infrastructure Mike Zanillo, CIO, WMS Gaming Susan Malisch, CIO, Loyola University Jolanta Gal, CIO, Feeding America Discussion:Over the past 2 years, this panel discussion centered mostly around how the CIO and their teams were delivering value during times of "survival" for their organizations. We also centered on how to be proactive with Technology investments that when partnered with a particular business initiative would strategically position your company for success while the Great Recession resided. This year, as the economy continues to strengthen, we believe it is important that the CIO continues to play a key role across the entire organization and its success. Come and listen to 4 outstanding leaders and hear their stories on how they have played strategic roles in their organizations and how they helped set the stage for success in their business as the Great Recession resided.
9:15am-10:00am	BREAK – SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILION
10:00am-11:00am Session 1 Euphoria John Dalby Richard Conley John Sullivan Melanie Sandberg Chris Rollyson	"REACHING THE DIGITAL NATIVES VIA SOCIAL NETWORKING" Moderated by: John Dalby, Chief Information Technology Officer, Lewis University Panelists: Richard Conley, Graduate Student & Portal Admin., Lewis University John Sullivan, Graduate & Student Worker Coordinator, Lewis Univ. Public Computer Labs Melanie Sandberg, Events Director, Schaumburg Business Association Chris Rollyson, Managing Director, CSRA Discussion: Digital Natives are people who entered elementary school after the Internet was commonly used for communications (i.e., under 30). Digital Natives are now graduating from college, entering the workforce, becoming a larger target market, and consuming your goods and services. They are your employees and your customers. One of the best ways of reaching them is via social networking, their means of electronic communications. Social Networking includes such mediums as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, text messaging, Skype, and YouTube*. This panel will include Digital Natives and through their lenses we will explore: How your organization's use of Social Networking can affect your ability to attract and retain Digital Natives as employees. How using these Social Networking in your organization can increase productivity. How using Social Networking for marketing and sales to Digital Natives also can help your bottom line. Back to Top
Session 2 Utopia D Evan Tegethoff	"THE STATE OF COMPLIANCE AND DATA PRIVACY" Moderated by: Evan Tegethoff, QSA Solutions Architect, Risk & Compliance Mgmnt., Accuvant Discussion: Today's IT security professionals are challenged by the growing number of government regulations and compliance mandates for protecting data, even as budgets shrink in these difficult economic times. The need to secure critical data, while streamlining the process for becoming compliant has never been greater. Meanwhile state breach laws and regulations such as HIPAA/HITECH and PCI are changing the focus on the types of data to protect and the controls to do so. Join Accuvant for an informative discussion where Evan Tegethoff, Accuvant’s Risk and Compliance Management Solutions Architect will discuss compliance challenges and different strategies for becoming compliant and increasing the return on your technology investments. Topics covered: The impact of new and updated regulations for data protection in 2011 Focus on changes in State Breach Laws, HIPAA/HITECH and PCI Turn your compliance focus from individual technology projects to a sustainable business process
11:15am-12:15pm Session 1 Euphoria Scott Berkey Phil Zwieg Nelson Imana Thomas LaMantia Rob Sarkis	"DEVELOPING YOUR FUTURE LEADERS" Moderated by: Scott Berkey, RLF Facilitator, SIM Panelists: Phil Zwieg, Principal, Z-Sharp Nelson Imana, SVP, Aon Corporation Thomas LaMantia, Managing Director, Magenium Rob Sarkis, CIO, Pampered Chef Discussion: This session will be an interactive roundtable on developing your future leaders. Today's changing governmental regulatory environment and the uncertainty of a slower than desired economic recoveries have resulted in organizations making decisions in uncertain times. Many investments, including those in human capital, are being deferred, but with the recovery will also come an increasing need for strong new leaders. Our human capital decision now will impact our organizations' ability to effectively compete as the recovery progresses.
Session 2 Utopia D Eric Naiburg	"INFORMATION GOVERNANCE: SMARTER STRATEGIES TO MAXIMIZE YOUR INFORMATION SUPPLY CHAIN" Presented by: Eric Naiburg, Director, IBM Discussion: The volume and variety of digital information is exploding as our Planet becomes more instrumented, interconnected and intelligent. Current economic times require corporations and governments to analyze new information faster and make timely decisions for achieving business goals within budget. Look around you and think about all the new types of information your organization is collecting that it previously did not capture 10, 5, or even a single year ago. How do you manage and protect this information today? Is your organization able to harness this data to drive smarter business outcomes and ensure your company is prepared for the future? In this session we will discuss best practices to master the complete lifecycle of information, establish sustainable management of information quality and security, and enable IT to make information more accessible and meaningful to the business. Learn how an effective governance strategy can enable IT and business to collaborate more effectively by ensuring information is aligned to business goals. Understand how your organization can take a holistic approach to improve operational efficiency by reducing risk and wasted time and cost associated with finding, understanding, and managing information.
12:15pm-2:00pm Utopia B-C Doug Hubbard	CLOSING KEYNOTE - "PULSE: THE NEW SCIENCE OF HARNESSING INTERNET BUZZ TO TRACK THREATS AND OPPORTUNITIES, TO BE RELEASED IN APRIL, 2011" Presented by: Doug Hubbard, President, Hubbard Decision Research Discussion: The Internet contains the largest repository of human knowledge, interests, and activities ever constructed. Yet this powerful tool is still vastly underutilized. Written by Douglas Hubbard, Pulse shows you how to harness the explosive potential of the Internet and mobile devices to measure data and trends economically and in real time—vital information that traditionally cost millions of dollars and lagged events by weeks and months. Pulse uses real-world examples to illustrate how: A Canadian epidemiologist tracking “flu symptoms” searches on Google and is able to track flu outbreaks faster than Canadian health authorities. His success inspired Google’s “Flu Trends” tool. Tracking Twitter comments about upcoming movies could reliably predict box office success better than any other method. The number of “unemployment” Google searches nationwide tracks very closely to Bureau of Labor Statistics unemployment reports, which releases its data monthly after sampling 60,000 households while Google trends data is available weekly—and for free. Tracking Twitter comments produces nearly the same results for consumer confidence and political polls as Gallup polls—except that Twitter results are real time and free. By tapping into the digital footprints of two billion Internet users, you can mine real-time data to fundamentally change how you make some of the most important decisions you face in business and government. Access real-time raw data and calibrate it against traditional methods to greatly improve your organization’s trend forecasting, productivity, and bottom line. Learn how to track trends, threats, and opportunities.
2:00pm-3:00pm	FINAL DRAWINGS, DESSERT & REFRESHMENTS SERVED IN THE SOLUTIONS EXCHANGE PAVILION