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| Home | Unsubscribe | Subscribe | Feedback | Vol. 9 - September 2011 |
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| From The Editor | |
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Hi, welcome to the September edition of Info-Governance. I have been asked to invite all readers of this eNewsletter to the two annual ISACA conferences which will be held, for the first time, in Puerto Rico. The two conferences are 1. Latin America CACS, and 2. Information Security ancd Risk Management Conference. Isaca Puertro Rico is honored to be the location for this year's two important ISACA events. The Latin CACS conference is one of the most important annual conferences for Audit and Governance professionals. The Information Security and Risk Management conference will provide expanded knowledge of concepts and practices in Information Security and Risk Management. More information can be found below. Come, learn, and network with professionals like you from Puerto Rico, Latin America, the U.S., and other countries. On October 5, 2011, the Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico has invited readers of Info-Governance to attend the Puerto Rico TeleCom Conference 2011 at the special reduced price of $187.25. The regular price for Camara de Comercio members is $240.75. Please see below for more information. To receive this special price, you must register HERE. I hope you can attend. If you have already registered, thank you and I'll see you October 5! 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! Follow us on:
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| Technology and Governance News |
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Department of Housing Request For Proposals (RFP) I have been requested to my readers of an invitation for Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new Housing Department Housing Management Software System. See the announcement at AVP-RFP-11-12-01. Good luck to all who are interested! |
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| Professional Associations | |
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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 the Project Management Institute (PMI) - Puerto Rico |
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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, September 29, 2011 |
| Theme: | "Scorecards" y la Competitividad en PR |
| Speaker: | Jose Rodriguez, PMP |
| Time: | 6:30pm - 9:00pm |
| Place: | Johnny's Restaurant, San Juan. More information. |
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News from ISACA Puerto Rico |
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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: | Monday to Wednesday, October 3 to 5, 2011 |
| Theme: | Conferencia Latinoamericana de Auditoria, Control y Seguridad |
| Speaker: | Various |
| Time: | 8:30am - 6:00pm |
| Cost of this Conference: | Members - $1,000; Non Members - $1,200 |
| Cost of both: | Members - $1,600; Non Members - $2,000 |
| Workshop, 1 day: | Members - $400; Non Members - $500 |
| Workshop, 2 days: | Members - $600; Non Members - $800 |
| Place: | Caribe Hilton, San Juan, PR. More information. |
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| Date: | Wednesday and Thursday, October 5 and 6, 2011 |
| Theme: | Conferencia Latinoamericana de Seguridad de la Informacion y Administracion del Riesgo |
| Speaker: | Various |
| Time: | 7:30am - 6:00pm |
| Cost of this Conference: | Members - $800; Non Members - $1,000 |
| Cost of both: | Members - $1,600; Non Members - $2,000 |
| Workshop, 1 day: | Members - $400; Non Members - $500 |
| Place: | Caribe Hilton, San Juan, PR. More information. |
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News from The Puerto Rico Cloud Computing (and Green Computing) User Group (PRCCUG) |
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The Puerto Rico Cloud Computing (and Green Computing) User Group (PRCCUG) has the purpose of presenting the technologies, features, benefits, and risks of this relatively new technology. PRCCUG has as its audience, interested persons in government, as well as, private enterprises. It is dedicateded to having stimulating discussions and presentation of cloud computing and green computing in Puerto Rico. More information |
| Date: | Wednesday, October 5, 2011 |
| Theme: | Puerto Rico Telecom Conference 2011 - "The New Future" |
| Speakers: | Various |
| Time: | 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Cost: | Special price of $187.25 for readers of Info-Governance Newsletter |
| Place: | Conrad Condado Plaza, San Juan, PR. More information. |
| Includes: | Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee Breaks, and Business Solutions Cocktail |
| Registration: | To receive the special price of $187.25, you must register HERE. |
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News from InfraGard |
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InfraGard is a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) program that began in the Cleveland Field Office in 1996. It was a local effort to gain support from the information technology industry and academia for the FBI’s investigative efforts in the cyber arena. The Puerto Rico chapter has been active for 1 year. More information. To request membership go here. |
| Date: | Wednesday, October 12, 2011 |
| Theme: | Terrorism |
| Speaker: | John Garcia, Safety & Security Manager, Tren Urbano |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Cost: | Free |
| Place: | Tren Urbano Building, Hato Rey. |
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News from PRiMEX |
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PRiMEX is a private non-profit organization, organized in 1986 through the initiative of Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company (PRIDCO) and the Manufacturing Extension Partnersip (MEP), a program under the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). As a part of a national network, PRiMEX supports the needs of all Puerto Rico's small and medium enterprises (SME's) by providing services to improve their business processes. More information. PRiMEX has various monthly activities. More information. |
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News from "La Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico" |
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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. El Puerto RicoTelecom Conference 2011 "The New Future" es la unica conferencia de un dia que le proporcionará a los asistentes una oportunidad única para intercambiar ideas sobre cómo las tecnologías de las telecomunicaciones, un mayor acceso a internet, y el flujo de información en línea puede ayudar a las empresas a crecer, llegar a nuevos mercados, e innovar. También escucharan expertos en la industria hablar acerca de las oportunidades emergentes de negocio en el segmento de las telecomunicaciones, en rápida evolución en Puerto Rico, EE.UU. y el mundo |
| Date: | Wednesday, October 5, 2011 |
| Theme: | Puerto Rico Telecom Conference 2011 - "The New Future" |
| Speakers: | Various |
| Time: | 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Cost: | Special price of $187.25 for readers of Info-Governance Newsletter |
| Place: | Conrad Condado Plaza, San Juan, PR. More information. |
| Includes: | Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee Breaks, and Business Solutions Cocktail |
| Registration: | To receive the special price of $187.25, you must register HERE. |
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News from the "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" |
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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 Puerto Rico Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC) |
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El PR-SBTDC Network opera en sociedad con la Administración Federal de Pequeños Negocios (SBA) y la Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico (UIPR) con el apoyo de la Compañía de Fomento Industrial (PRIDCO) y el municipio Aut ónomo de Caguas. El auspicio brindado por SBA no constituye un endoso expreso o implícito de los coauspiciadores o de los productos, opiniones o servicios de los participantes. Todos los programas ofrecidos por el PR-SBTDC son no discriminatorios. El PR-SBTDC ofrece acomodo razonable para personas con impedimentos, el cual debe solicitarse con dos semanas de antelación a la celebración de la actividad. More information. El PR-SBTDC ofrece varios adiesteramientos durante el mes. More information. |
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News from the "Compania de Comercio y Exportacion de Puerto Rico (CCE)" |
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La Compañía de Comercio y Exportación de Puerto Rico (CCE) es una corporacion publica bajo el Departamento de Desarrollo Economico y Comercio del Gobierno de Puerto Rico. Desde la elaboración del plan de negocios hasta la exportacion de productos y servicios, la CCE le guía paso a paso en el proceso de establecer y/o expandir su empresa. Ofrecemos orientacion, asistencia técnica y asesoramiento sobre fuentes de financiamiento, leyes aplicables al comercio, orientacion en planes de exportacion, educacion empresarial, incentivos para entre otros. More information. La CCE ofrece varios eventos durante el mes. More information. |
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| Public Service Announcement |
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News from the FBI San Juan Office |
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The FBI investigates all matters related to computer hacking, child pornography, internet fraud, intellectual property rights (IPR) and other cyber related criminal activity. If you or your company is a victim of a computer intrusion or computer crime, feel free to contact Special Agent Luis A Rivera Santana, FBI San Juan Cyber Squad (787) 772-2181. SA Luis A Rivera Santana |
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Other Professional Associations: |
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Information System Security Association (ISSA) - Puerto Rico - More information |
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News from The Internet Society of Puerto Rico - More information |
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News from International Institute of Business Analysis - Puerto Rico - More information |
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The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Association (CFE) - More information |
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The Institute of Internal Auditors - 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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