Connect 2000 – Online Agenda

Sacramento, CA – Radisson Hotel - September 30, 1999

9/21/99 Working Copy.  The final agenda will be available only at the event.  Attendance at Connect 2000 is by invitation only..For more information, please call 888-901-8021.

 

Productivity Point Int'l

5301 Longley Lane #A7, Reno, NV 89511

Tel: (800) 311-1377   Fax: (775) 829-8307

www.propoint.com

Microsoft Outlook 2000 (Lab 9,10,11,1,2)

Take a humorous and informative voyage with Christopher Columbus as he connects with the 21st Century leader in business communication software—Microsoft Outlook 2000.

MicroAge Computer Center

800 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

Tel: (916) 925-3337   Fax: (916) 925-4877

www.microage-ca.com

How to Partner with a Web Team? (Ex 11a)

Partnering with an unknown web team can be dangerous and costly if you don't know the right questions to ask or what capabilities to look for.  In this session, you'll learn what you need to know to make a successful partnership and a great website.

Partnership in Technology (Exec 3p)

Our mission is to be an integral partner in the business success of our clients, customers, and suppliers. We are committed to bringing you the best service and the leading IT products and services that will help your business grow into the new millennium.

Exhibitor

 

MicroAge Computer Center

800 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

Tel: (916) 925-3337   Fax: (916) 925-4877

www.microage-ca.com

E-Paper: Changing the Nature of Business (Ex  9a)

Learn how Adobe's Acrobat PDF technology is changing the nature of business by making the manual paper processes electronic.  Regardless of your industry, e-paper technology is saving businesses unbelievable amounts of time and money.

What Does the Internet Mean for You? (Exec  12n)

This session is for beginners to the Internet, who right now are starting to explore what the hype is all about.  Questions that will be answered are:  How can the Internet help me in my business?  How can I initially get started without too much effort?

Adobe GoLive: Web Pages Made Easy (Exec  2p)

This technical session will demonstrate Adobe's web page creation tool, GoLive 4.0.  This is an opportunity to see how the latest tools work and what they are capable of doing.

MicroAge Computer Center

800 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

Tel: (916) 925-3337   Fax: (916) 925-4877

www.microage-ca.com

"Learning Online" (Exec  10a)

An Internet technology-based training service, Learn2 University, was selected by IBM and AOL as one of the most advanced and cost effective multimedia learning tools and instant help-desk services available today.

"Interactive Online Training" (Exec  1p)

Learn2University is a web-based training solution that provides employees with instantaneous access to interactive multimedia courses across the Internet and Intranet without the need for hardware upgrades, or time consuming downloads, all at a fraction of the cost of traditional learning methods.

3Com

980 9th Street 16thFlr, Sacramento, CA 95814

Tel: (916) 449-9553   Fax: (916) 449-9574

www.3com.com

The Connected Community (Gov 10a, 1p)

3Com explains the ins and outs of bringing the community together  (electronically) and details the resulting benefits.  Includes and overview of 3Com’s Urban Challenge Grant Program and successful case studies.

Wireless Technology Overview (Tech 9a, 12n, 2p)

3Com discusses new and emerging wireless technologies, where they excel, how they are limited and how to implement them.

Combining Voice, Video and Data (Exec 11a, 3p)

Converging your various networks into one has its advantages, but how (and when) do you do it? 3Com explains how converged networks are saving both large and small companies $$$$.

H&H Computers

3400 Bradshaw Rd #A2, Sacramento, CA 95827

Tel: (916) 362-4884    Fax: (916) 362-4886

www.hhcomputers.com

Novell Directory Services (Tech  12n, 1p)

An introduction to Novell Directory Services version 8.  Learn how NDS can help your organization's network.

Novell Futures (CB 2p)

Where is Novell going?  Should Novell be included in my organization's IT plans?

H&H Computers

3400 Bradshaw Rd #A2, Sacramento, CA 95827

Tel: (916) 362-4884    Fax: (916) 362-4886

www.hhcomputers.com

Windows 2000 Professional (First Look) (CB  9a, 11a)

An overview of Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, the next version of Windows NT Workstation.

Microsoft Digital Nervous System (Exec  10a, 3p)

An introduction to the concepts that make up Microsoft's Digital Nervous System.

Windows 2000 Server (First Look) (Tech  1p, 2p)

An overview of Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, the next version of Windows NT Server, including Active Directory.

Intellisys Group

10461 Old Placerville Road #130, Sac CA 95827

Tel: (916) 739-8226   Fax: (916) 739-8230

www.intellisysgroup.com

High Impact Presentation Systems (Exec 9, 11, 1, 3)

Increase sales, training and meeting productivity through Electronic Presentation Technology.  An overview of current and future technologies.

What’s New in Videoconferencing? (Exec 10,12,2)

The past two years have seen major improvements in technology coupled with significant cost reductions.  Learn about new features, uses, and more.

EXAQ Micro Services

6359 Auburn Blvd #B, Citrus Heights, CA 95621

Tel: (916) 722-2358   Fax: (916) 722-0839

www.exaq.com

Speech Recognition for Risk Mgmt (D&S  1p)

See how risk managers are using today's speech recognition technology to lower liability and put people back to work.

Speech Recognition for Professionals (Ex  10a 2p)

New speech recognition technologies that really work, reducing transcription costs and allowing professionals to get to their work out faster.

Speech Recognition Comparisons (Exec  3p)

Get a quick primer and your questions answered on the capabilities and limitations of speech recognition software from IBM, Dragon Systems, and Lernout & Hauspie.

R:Base Technologies

3935 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville, PA 15668

Tel: (724) 733-0053   Fax: (724) 733-0196

www.rbase.com

Running R:BASE Your Way! (SS  9a, 11a)

A detailed demonstration of the Industrial-Strength, Multi-User and True Relational Database.

KP Enterprises

7485 Rush River Dr #710, Sacramento, CA 95831

Tel: (916) 217-9432   Fax: (916) 395-9432

www.kpenterprises.com

Year 2000 Reality Check (Exec 10a, 2p)

What businesses don't need to worry about and what they DO need to worry about.  -- An overview of the date change problems of Y2K and how they affect the average user.

Beyond the Website (Exec 9a, 1p)

Real Business on the Internet  -- Communicating with business partners, improved customer service, and higher profits.  Websites are fine for what they do, but you can do much more on the Internet.

The Basics of Disaster Recovery (Exec 11a, 3p)

How to Rebuild You Business Systems -- An overview of Disaster Recovery Planning with some important steps every business with a computer should take NOW.

Inland Business Systems

1500 North Market Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95834

Tel: (916) 928-0770   Fax: (916) 928-0889

www.ibs-team.com

Small Business Network – Case Study (Ex 9,11,1,3)

Traces the study, development and implementation of a network in small to medium sized businesses.

Digital Output Device (Ex 10a, 12n, 2p)

The introduction of state of the art, high speed, low cost multifunctional color and black & white copier/printers from Savin.

SacWeb

1409 R Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Tel: (916) 446-7457   Fax: (916) 448-2702

www.sacweb.com

Winning Internet Strategies (Exec 9,11,1,3)

After developing hundreds of business websites, SacWeb will share it's unique perspective about doing business on the Internet -- successfully.

Cost Reducing Internet Technologies (D&S 10, 2)

Many companies have improved their bottom line by using Internet technologies. SacWeb will review the most effective with you.

Exhibitor

 

NPA West, Inc.

11344 Coloma Rd  #725, Gold River, CA 95670

Tel: (888) 933-6786   Fax: (916) 631-9009

www.npawest.com

E-commerce and E-business Strategies (9,11,1,3)

Overview of market direction, current technologies, products and examples of e-commerce and business-to-business solutions. (9a-Ex, 11a-Tech, 1p-Gov, 3p-Exec)

Solutions for Office Communications (10,12,2)

Examine new solutions for bringing corporate-level communications to the remote branch offices. (10-Ex, 12-Ex, 2-Tech)

New Horizons

1215 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

Tel: (916) 641-8500   Fax: (916) 641-8508

www.nhsacramento.com

Microsoft Office 2000 (Lab 9, 11, 1, 3)

Learn to use Word, Excel and PowerPoint to convey ideas and facts to others. This session will show you features that can make your job easier and help you to drive your point home.

Microsoft Front Page 2000 (Lab 10, 12, 2)

Working with our instructor and FrontPage, you will build a Web page in 50 minutes or less. Learn what features help you make your company’s Web page attractive while delivering a powerful message.

ESRI

380 New York Street, Redlands, CA 92373

Tel: (909) 793-2853   Fax: (909) 793-5953

www.esri.com

Intro to Geographic Info Systems (GIS)  (Ex, 9a 1p)

GIS, more than just a "mapping" tool.  Introduction to geographic information systems and there use within an enterprise environment.

Economic Devel on the Internet (Gov, 10a)

How GIS is being used to bring Business/Development to Cities throughout California.

GIS on the Intranet/Internet (Gov 12n, 2p)

Examples of mapping applications used by state and local government agencies for providing information internally and to the general public.

Location Services On Your Website (TB 11a 3p)

Help your customers/clients find you. Provide interactive maps on your website to find people, places or things.

FileNET

3700 Douglas Ave, Roseville, CA 95661

Tel: (916) 789-4125   Fax: (916) 789-4130

www.filenet.com

Managing Web Content and E-Commerce (Exec  9,10)

Using Document Management and Workflow to facilitate the administration of a web site.  Also, enabling electronic commerce over the internet.

Complete Storage Solutions (Exec  11,12)

StorageTek is primed to build upon its leading tape technology into a full Document Management Solution provider.

Integrated Document Management (Exec  1,2,3)

FileNET and NEKO Industries will discuss real world implementations of this technology at the County of Sacramento and other clients.

Knowledge Management (SS  3PM)

Utilizing your most important asset: Customer Resource Management, Integrated Document management, Web Content Management – eCommerce, Business Process Automation

Exhibitor

 

Acorn Technologies

705-2 E Bidwell St #313, Folsom, CA 95630

Tel: (916) 988-9300   Fax: (916) 988-9380

www.acorntechnologies.com

Networking: Insightful Solutions (D&S 11, 3)

What you should know about available IT solutions in order to                                     control its runaway costs. Case Study to be presented.

Knowledge Management: An Overview (Ex 9, 1)

Knowledge Management defined & and reasons for interest. How will Knowledge Management Impact the way we do business?

Knowledge Mgmt: Technology Solutions (Ex 10, 2)

An informative discussion and demonstration of the available technologies (Document Imaging, COLD, Workflow) that can make Knowledge Management a reality.

Teligent, Inc

980 9th St #2350, Sacramento, CA 95814

Tel: (916) 449-8210   Fax: (916) 446-6799

www.teligent.com

Telecommunications Services (Exec  9a, 12)

Why are there so many telecommunications companies?  Why are there so many changes?  Are these choices really beneficial?  Are there actually unique services that can help me?

Data Services (Exec 10a, 1p)

What types of services are available?  How do I use DSL and can I get it?  How do I use a Frame Relay Network?  What is a Virtual Private Network?  How about the Internet?

Overview of the Internet (Exec 11a, 2p)

The what where and how of the Internet.  An in-depth discussion of what the Internet is and how you may be able to use it to your advantage.

Overview of Telecommunications Industry (CB 3p)

Why are there all these mergers?  Will prices continue dropping?  What's the industry going to look like in 2-3 years?

Access Media Lab

4623 T Street #A, Sacramento, CA 95819

Tel: (916) 456-8600    Fax: (916) 451-9601

www.sacramento.org/ams

The Official Sacramento Homepage  (Ex 9a 12n 2p)

Every business or enterprise in the Sacramento area is entitled to a free listing on the "Official Sacramento Homepage" website. Your events can also be listed for free on the "Official Sacramento Calendar". Stop by and find out how!

Do-it-yourself Radio & Television (Ex 10a 1p)

Community radio and television offer an unprecedented opportunity for community-based programming. Your outfit may want to participate. Find out how by attending this informative session about Access Sacramento and how to use their facilities.

Webpage Design for Beginners (TB 11a 3p)

Not everyone is cut out to be a "webslinger", but then not everyone can afford to pay for the best contract website work. Stop by and learn about WYSIWYG software and free and/or inexpensive ways to build your own website.

SIMI Group, The

1610 Arden Way #280, Sacramento, CA 95815

Tel: (916) 564-6500   Fax: (916) 923-5530

www.simigroup.com

The Technology Roadmap (Exec 10, 3)

Tired of deploying the latest and greatest only to have to start all over again.  If technology is your master, this session will get you back on track.

Web Technology and Customers (Exec 11, 2)

Using the web for literature and support is not enough.  Move beyond others and put your customers in the driver’s seat.  Don’t reinvent your business – make it work for you.

Project Management Techniques (Exec 9, 1)

Overview of project mgmt solutions available for systems integration, large-scale projects, software developing, coordinating staff, contractors & training.

Electronic Commerce Resource Ctr

475 14th Street #550, Oakland, CA 94612

Tel: (888) 625-3272   Fax: (510) 267-7411

www.ecrc.ctc.com/oakland/

E-Commerce Panel (Grp 2p)

Presentations and discussion from a distinguished panel of contributors and expert in the exploding eCommerce market.

Government Round Table (Grp 9a, 3p)

Open forum discussion about the impact of Government Initiatives and Programs in the Federal, State and Municipal eCommerce.

Education Round Table (Grp 10a)

Open forum discussion about the progress or lack thereof in training and education for preparation of Generation Next for the Information Revolution.

Java & XML Panel (Grp 11a)

Impact of Java and XML on eBusiness transactions in the future Internet business model.

Federal Business Opportunities (D&S 1p)

A business briefing on capturing business opportunities with the Federal Government through the use of EC tools.

Cisco Systems

2377 Gold Meadow Way, Sacramento, CA 95867

Tel: (916) 861-2000   Fax: (916) 861-2099

www.cisco.com

The Internet Economy (Exec 9, 11, 1)

Learn how your organization, whether its private or public sector, can thrive in the new Internet Economy.

Government on the Internet (Gov  10, 12)

The role of government and education in the new Internet Economy.

Multi-Service Networks (Exec  2, 3)

Learn how the integration of voice, data and video has the potential to drive major changes within organizations.

Gateway

5640 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA 95610

Tel: (916) 961-1299   Fax: (916) 961-1390

http://www.gateway.com/home

Server and Laptop Hardware (Ex 9, 12, 2)

The essentials of hardware configuration for the two most complex pieces of your computer equipment.  Figure out what all the "Buzz Words" mean and why you "NEED" it all.  Featuring Gateway Technology but we’ll help it all make sense

Convergence Technology.  Say What? (Ex 10, 1)

Internet Phone Calls (Voice over IP), Video Conferencing and all the question you were afraid to ask.

Thin Client Tecnology (D&S 11, 3)

What is thin client and where does it fit in to my organization.  Is the total cost of ownership less?  Can I really save money?

Compucom Systems

10860 Gold Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA  95670

Tel: (916) 631-9835   Fax: (916) 631-9190

www.compucom.com

Asset Management (Exec  10, 12, 2)

The presentation will define asset management and explain an approach to implementing an asset management system.  Typical asset management system reports will be shown, and the TCO ramifications of implementing asset management  will be presented.

Convert Your Paper to CD-ROM (Exec  9, 11, 1, 3)

Convert your boxes of paper in storage and in your files to CD-ROM. Archived and current files available anytime, for less than you are paying to store and deal with paper.

Effective Training Solutions

39355 California St #207, Fremont, CA 94538

Tel: (800) 949-5035   Fax: 510-797-6805

www.trainingsuccess.com

Successful Software Conversions (Exec  9, 11, 1 3)

Find out about 100% Proficiency® Training - the training enhancement that remarkably improves employee competence and production quality.  How you can make your software implementations "non-events" and receive state funds for the training.

Training & State Funding (Exec  10, 12, 2)

With 100% Proficiency® Training your company can improve quality by 80%, increase productivity by 75% and reduce defects by 80%.  Best of all, your company might be qualified to receive funding to pay for this proven training system

Radisson Hotel Sacramento

500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA 95815

Tel: (916) 922-2020   Fax: (916) 649-9463

www.radisson.com/sacramentoca

Mixer Sponsor

The Radisson will sponsor a mixer to be held after the event at 4:00pm, at which we will give away over $20,000 in prizes.

Delta Business Services

2618 J Street #1, Sacramento, CA 95816

Tel: (916) 443-5467   Fax: (916) 443-6037

www.deltanxtl.com

Wireless Telecom for the New Millennium (SS  12,1)

An overall plan for wireless business communications that includes cellular, direct connect 2-way radio, paging and soon, wireless data transmission in one unit.

Exhibitor

 

Silicon Graphics, Inc.

3100 Zinfandel Dr #270, Sacramento, CA 95670

Tel: (916) 635-1980   Fax: (916) 635-1983

www.sgi.com

Working with Linux (SS  2pm)

Silicon Graphics will present their take on the evolution and market-readiness of Linux, an open source free operating system.

Desktop Advantage

1303 J Street #260, Sacramento, CA 95814

Tel: (916) 444-9707   Fax: (916) 444-9766

www.desktopadvantage.com

End the War! (Exec  SS  10a)

For many organizations the working relationships between core business units and Information Technology are shaky – to say the least. Explore common problems and learn to foster dynamic IT/Business teams to maximize your organization’s potential.

Exhibitor

Network design, implementation, and maintenance and database application development and support. Desktop Advantage supports and trains Microsoft, Novell, Apple, IBM, and Lotus network and messaging systems.

Procurement Services Assoc

2400 22nd Street #230, Sacramento, CA 95818

Tel: (916) 454-4196   Fax: (916) 454-4199

www.procurementservices.com

Exhibitor

-Temporary or Direct hire purchasing professionals

-Consultants specializing in "Supply Chain Management"

-Improve efficiency through updated computerization programs.

MetroWorks

917 7th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Tel: (916) 552-6808 x106   Fax: (916) 443-2672

Exhibitor

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RINA Accountancy Corp

180 Grand Ave #200, Oakland, CA 94612

Tel: (510) 893-6908   Fax: (510) 834-1522

www.rina.com

Exhibitor

From international ventures to not-for-profit organizations, we consult on all aspects of successful business management. At RINA our focus is your future.

SIGNAL

Signal Enterprises

658 Commerce Dr #C, Roseville, CA 95678

Tel: (916) 791-8802   Fax: (916) 791-8803

www.imall.com/stores/signal/

Exhibitor

Computer Networking Design & Integration

RenTech Computer Rental

10398 Rockingham Rd #8, Sacramento, CA  95827

Tel:(916) 364-0200   Fax:(916) 364-5236

www.rentechcomputerrental.com

Exhibitor

 

CSG Visual Communication

735 Sunrise Ave #130, Roseville CA 95661

Tel: (916) 783-1900   Fax: (916) 783-1919

http://store.csg1.com/

Exhibitor

Laser Recharge

9935 Horn Rd #A, Sacramento, CA 95827

Tel: (916) 737-6363   Fax: (916) 737-3100

www.laserrecharge.net 

Exhibitor

 

Geiger West

6722 Navion Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621

Tel: (916) 723-7833   Fax: (916) 723-4548

www.tedpendlebury.com

Exhibitor