Twitter offers Iranian protestors outlet to the world -- Federal Computer Week

Twitter offers Iranian protestors outlet to the world -- Federal Computer Week: "Twitter and other social media Web sites are becoming a battleground in the protests over Iran’s disputed presidential election June 12."

The New Socialism: Global Collectivist Society Is Coming Online

The New Socialism: Global Collectivist Society Is Coming Online: "Bill Gates once derided open source advocates with the worst epithet a capitalist can muster. These folks, he said, were a 'new modern-day sort of communists,' a malevolent force bent on destroying the monopolistic incentive that helps support the American dream. Gates was wrong: Open source zealots are more likely to be libertarians than commie pinkos. Yet there is some truth to his allegation. The frantic global rush to connect everyone to everyone, all the time, is quietly giving rise to a revised version of socialism."

Social-networking tools fuel business opportunities -- Washington Technology

Social-networking tools fuel business opportunities -- Washington Technology: "However, introducing social media and building a collaborative culture around it can create hurdles for many companies. “Change management and communication are critical,” Smith said, adding that companies need to shift from thinking that whoever has the most information has the power to thinking that whoever has the most connections and can bring people together has the power. “This is really transforming how organizations look at information.”"

Social-networking tools fuel business opportunities -- Washington Technology

Social-networking tools fuel business opportunities -- Washington Technology

Multimedia Resumes Add Pizazz To Job Search : NPR

Multimedia Resumes Add Pizazz To Job Search : NPR: "n the 2001 film Legally Blonde, the ditzy heroine makes a splash with a video of her qualifications for law school narrated from a swimming pool."

When Is Social Networking Kosher In The Office? : NPR

All Things Considered, November 24, 2008 · Social networking Web sites like MySpace and Facebook may provide a good way to keep in touch with friends, family or colleagues. But they can also be a huge waste of time, especially if you're busy updating your profile at work. But some people are convinced there's a place for social networking in the office.

Capital Technology Management Hub

Capital Technology Management Hub

Upcoming event:

March 2009 Meeting Agenda

Date: Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Place: la Madeleine – Tyson’s Corner

1915-C Chain Bridge Road, McLean 22102

TEL: 703-827-8833

http://www.lamadeleine.com

Meeting Agenda:

6:30 Reception / Networking

7:00 Welcome, Business to Conduct & Speaker Introduction

7:15 Feature Presentation w/ Q&A

“Winning Federal Government Business - Challenges and Opportunities”

8:00 Closing Announcements (Open positions, Next meeting, etc.)

Fee: Free. Each person pays for their drinks & meal

Winning Federal Government Business

Challenges and Opportunities

Diarmuid O’Casey - Chief Solutions Architect

ACS Federal Solutions


Every day seems to bring more bad financial news. Facing the deepest recession and most serious economic crisis since the end of WWII, the new Obama administration announced the government will play a more active role in the economy. The $700 Billion Financial Stability Plan and the $787 Billion Stimulus Plan represent only some of the funding available for government backed programs.

How does the government market differ from the commercial market? What are the opportunities and pitfalls of the government market? How can companies effectively compete within the government framework? What are the unique characteristics of government contracting and sub contracting?

· Competition - Is it truly "fair and open?" If not, why not?

· Why do the prime contractors and incumbents always seem to win?

Types of Contracting Vehicles

· What are IDIQ, BPA and GSA Schedule contracts?

· What are contract bundling and teaming arrangements?

· GSA Schedules - Why should I get one? We have one, what’s next?

Future presentation topics:

“Trends in the Mobile Worlds”
Contacts:

Diarmuid O’Casey - docasey1@verizon.net

Jim Lockett - jim.lockett@gmail.com

Dov Gorman – gormand@cox.net