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Conversion Services International, Inc. (CSI)

SEMINAR OVERVIEW		DETAILS
Modernizing and Advancing Information Management across the Enterprise Information is the frontier of modern business competitive pressures. Information mastered at an enterprise level greatly supports efficient corporate projects. Enterprise Information Management provides a consistent view and utilization of information throughout the enterprise. For 10-20 years, data warehousing has been the center of the universe for Information Management. While enterprise data warehousing provides a tremendous amount of value to an organization, modern advances in Information Management technology allow for a more nuanced, yet effective, strategy for a broader Information Management. Central to this approach is Master Data Management. Data warehousing professionals future role is as Information Management professionals and this overview will assist in the bridging of invaluable tools of the trade into the IT organization’s capabilities. In this seminar, we will discuss the following: Multiple, complex applications serving a variety of users   Data warehousing is evolving, with new demands and needs placed on robust data warehouses   Exploding data size that will continue to explode with data types running the gamut beyond traditional alphanumeric types   Master data requirements in the operational environment as well as the data warehouse   The role of operational Business Intelligence within the information management architecture    AGENDA 8:30-9:00 Networking breakfast 9:00-10:00 Presentation 10:00-11:00 Q&A               Note:   The presentation will be made available via live stream for those not able to attend from SetFocus' HQ location in Parsippany, NJ.  Simply select "live stream" on the registration form.		Speaker  William McKnight When  Friday August 10, 2007 8:30am - 11am Where  SetFocus Headquarters Attendees can also attend remotely via a live stream.  Simply select "live stream" option on the registration form and instructions to connect will follow. RECORDING OF PRESENTATION Click here for full 640 x 480 presentation PRESENTER William McKnight SVP Information Management Conversion Services International (CSI) William McKnight is a renowned expert in BI/DW circles. He has architected and directed the development of several of the largest and most successful Business Intelligence programs in the world and has experience with over 50 Business Intelligence programs. He founded and served as president of McKnight Associates, Inc., a highly regarded Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse consultancy recognized by the Inc. 500 and the Dallas 100 for its rapid growth. CSI acquired McKnight Associates, Inc. in July 2005. William is a columnist for major data management trade publications with over 100 articles published and is quoted extensively on BI/DW topics. Additionally, he has spoken at over 100 international events, including numerous keynotes and is a frequent best practices judge for such organizations as DM Review, TDWI, and the Software & Information Industry Association. He is the Business Intelligence expert at searchCRM.com and searchDataManagement.com and he maintains a blog at b-eye-network. Mr. McKnight was a Finalist for the prestigious Southwest Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. William is a former Information Technology Vice President of a Fortune 50 Best Practices Business Intelligence Program and holds an MBA from Santa Clara University.
About Conversion Services International, Inc. Conversion Services International, Inc. (CSI) is a leading provider of professional services focusing on strategic consulting, data warehousing, business intelligence, business process reengineering, as well as integration and information technology management solutions. CSI offers an array of products and services to help companies define, develop, and implement the warehousing and strategic use of both enterprise-wide and specific categories of strategic data. CSI's current customers include ADP, Coach, Goldman Sachs, Liberty Mutual, Merck, Morgan Stanley and Pfizer. For more information, visit us on the web at http://www.csiwhq.com.