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Welcome to the fourth edition of the Info-Governance eNewsletter. The theme of this edition is Social Network Sites (SNS), their use in business, as well as, the risks in using these SNS. I'm also listing the monthly activities of the IT and Governance professional associations in Puerto Rico. As always, please send suggestions and comments to jrobles@coqui.net or visit www.johnrrobles.com . If you no longer wish to receive the Info-Governance newsletter, unsubscribe. ENJOY! |
 John R. Robles Editor |
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| Technology and Governance News |
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Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, Twitter. Do you use any of these Social Networks Sites (SNS)? Businesses are starting to see the advantages in using them. In Part I of this subject I am providing some presentations and articles which discuss the use of SNS in business and the problems and risks involved, such as, Governance, Risk, and Compliance issues. In Part II to be presented in a future issue of Info-Governance, I will present more Information on the use of SNS and their relationship to Information security and Governance. I'm on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Use them to get in touch with me. Enjoy the following presentations and articles. Give me feedback via my email, website, Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter! Managing the Business Impact of Social Networking-Part 1 |
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An important part of this newsletter is the identification of professional associations that provide training and seminars to information technology, governance, security, and other professionals in Puerto Rico. We will publish all activities and seminars of these associations so that each professional can select which seminar or training to attend for their own professional growth, as well as, the accumulation of Continuing Professional Credits for their certification requirements. |
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News from ISACA Puerto Rico |
ISACA Puerto Rico is the local chapter of ISACA an internacional association that serves IT Governance professionals. The local chapter was established in 1984 and currently has approximately 270 members. They offer the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)certifications. More information. |
| Date: | Wednesday, April 22, 2009 |
| Theme: | InfoSecurity - (John R. Robles presentation: Information Security Governance - Guidance for Information Security Managers) |
| Speaker: | Various (among them John R. Robles representing ISACA PR) |
| Time: | 8:00AM to 6:00PM - (John R Robles presentation at 2:30PM) |
| Cost: | TBA |
| Place: | Puerto Rico Convention Center More information. |
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| Date: | Thursday, April 30, 2009 |
| Theme: | Integration of the Best Practices and Industry Standards: An Outstanding Perspective to Avoid Responsibility due to Negligence. |
| Speaker: | Lcda. Carmen R. Cintron Ferrer |
| Time: | 6:00PM |
| Place: | Salon de Formacion, 4to Piso, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, Hato Rey. More information. |
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News from the Information System Security Association (ISSA) - Puerto Rico |
ISSA Puerto Rico is the local chapter of the Information Systems Security Association® (ISSA). ISSA is the largest international, not-for-profit association specifically for security professionals. It offers the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. More information. |
| Date: | Wednesday, April 22, 2009 |
| Theme: | InfoSecurity |
| Speaker: | Various |
| Time: | 8:00AM |
| Cost: | ISSA Members - Free; ISSA Guest - $50.00; Non-Members - $100.00 |
| Place: | Puerto Rico Convention Center More information. |
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Puerto Rico PASS - Professional Association of SQL Server |
The Puerto Rico PASS Chapter is a volunteer and independent organization providing a community for SQL server professionals. Their mission is to provide members with a forum for education, facilitate networking and access to information, seminars and events. More information. |
| Date: | Wednesday, April 22, 2009 |
| Theme: | SQL Server Optimization, SQL Server Geo-Spacial Data and Windows 7 |
| Speaker: | Jose Sanchez, Eduardo Sobrino and Isvet Laclaustra |
| Time: | 6:00PM |
| Place: | Microsoft Puerto Rico - Boriken Room Microsoft Building, Metro Office Park Street 1 Lot 18 Suite 5000 Guaynabo PR More information. |
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Project Management Institute (PMI) - Puerto Rico |
PMIPR is the Puerto Rico chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI). It was founded in 1998 and currently has over 300 members. It serves professionals that work or are interested in Project Management. More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, April 30, 2009 |
| Theme: | Project Management Encubierto |
| Speaker: | Joaquin Rodriguez Kierce, P.E. |
| Time: | 6:00PM |
| Place: | Johnny's Restaurant, San Juan. More information. |
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News from the "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" |
The “Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico” was established by law in 1973. It serves all persons practicing public accounting are obligated to be members of the “Colegio”. It provides training and services to promote professional excellence. More information. The "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" has various monthly educational activities.More information The "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" also has various monthly Information Systems Seminars. More information. |
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News from "La Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico" |
La mision de La Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico es fortalecer el desarrollo de sus socios proveyendo conocimientos, representatividad multisectorial y protegiendo los valores y fundamentos de la libre empresa. More information. The "Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico" has various monthly activities. More information. |
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Other Professional Associations: |
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The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Association (CFE) -
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The Institute of Internal Auditors - Puerto Rico - More information |
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InfraGard - More information |
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Internet Society of Puerto Rico - More information |
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Asociación de Ejecutivos de Cooperativas de Puerto Rico - More Information |
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itSMF - Puerto Rico Interest Group - More information |
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Social Network Sites (SNS),
Information Security and Governance - Part 1