2014 Q2 Newsletter - AITP

AITP-LI Newsletter - 2nd Quarter 2014
Association of Information Technology Professionals—Long Island Chapter
July 2014
L e t t er F r o m A I T P - L o n g I s l a nd Pr es i d e n t
SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
“AITP-LI Wins a Chapter
Outstanding Performance
Award and Regional
Outstanding Chapter for
2013” (Contributed by John
Sena) - Page 12
“Lincoln Computer Services
Doubles Revenue; Opens
NYC Office!” (Contributed by
Joanna Pawlowska) - Page
13
“PMO Critical Success
Factors” - By David Leigh
MBA, PMP (Contributed by
By Barbara Viola) - Page 13
New York Technology Council
Survey (Contributed by
Barbara Viola) - Page 13
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
From the President
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From the Editor
02
Membership Report
03
Public Relations
11
Education - Annual
Scholarship Awards
15
2nd Quarter Event
ReCaps
16
3rd Quarter Events
28
AITP-LI Calendar
33
AITP-LI Executive
Board
33
Hi Everyone! I hope that you are enjoying summer! We have had a very busy 2nd quarter,
full of great AITP events.
Our April 25th Career SIG sponsored Business Growth Workshop
breakfast seminar was held at AITP corporate member Adelphi
University. Our speaker, board member John Sena, was able to
highlight six of the most common mistakes businesses make and
their solutions. John has a very long and distinguished career
working in management at IBM and other major corporations.
Our Annual CIO panel luncheon was held on May 20th at the Long
Island Hilton with our CIO panelists speaking on the topic “Defining
IT's Mission in Today's Economy”. We were very happy to include a
dynamic panel of CIO’s this year including:
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Astoria Federal Bank
Henry Schein Inc.
Nassau County
AAA of NY
Canon
Applied DNA Services
- Robert DeStefano
- Jim Harding
- Ed Eisenstein
- Fred Komoroski
- John Castaldo
- Judy Murrah
Our pre-meeting cocktail party involved our local academic institutions exhibiting and
addressing the topic of “Education as the Gateway to Professional Development”. We
had over 100 attendees for this meeting which gave us great insight into some of our
best-known companies and their IT strategies for the coming year. It was also our
pleasure to award $3500 in scholarships at this meeting to deserving children /
grandchildren of our members.
Our last meeting prior to our summer break was our Annual Boat Trip out of the Bay
Shore Marina on the Lauren Kristy paddlewheel on Friday June 27th. As usual, our luck
with the weather held and we had a fantastic day with very sunny skies sailing on the
Great South Bay! Our topic this year was “Emerging Technologies” and our panelists
included:
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Karen Parrish, IBM
Laurie Carey, Microsoft
Michael Danis, Citrix
- “Data Analytics”
- “Cloud Computing”
- “Mobile Applications Security”
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F RO M T H E E D I T O R
Letter From AITP-Long Island
President
(continued)
Thank you to all who contributed to this issue.
We spent an afternoon sailing along the south
shore, enjoying a cocktail hour and a gourmet
lunch. Our guest speakers were available during
the cruise to mingle and meet our members and
to expand on their presentations. We also welcomed Core BTS, Lincoln Computer and Tyco
Security Systems as our boat trip sponsors. It
was wonderful having them participate in this
Annual event!
AITP-LI members in good standing are invited to submit photos and/or fully written and edited articles
on noteworthy news and events regarding AITP-LI
chapter members and/or member companies. This
includes articles on technology trends, techniques
and methodologies, and announcements of your
organization's upcoming events that support the
mission and goals of AITP-LI.
Our summer “break” from monthly meetings
doesn’t mean that we won’t be meeting! On
Wednesday, July 30thth, we will be visiting Old
Westbury Gardens for a concert featuring an
evening of great music and a casual tour of the
formal gardens during intermission. Members
receive two (2) free tickets to this great evening
event! AITP will have a table and will be providing cheese/crackers and wine. We also will be
having our Annual game to the Long Island
Ducks on Friday August 21th. Get your tickets
(which include drinks and a light dinner at the
Irish Coffee Pub in Islip prior to the game) before
they sell out!
Deadline for 3rd Quarter 2014 newsletter articles,
and for announcements of events to be held between October 20, 2014 and January 16, 2015, is:
October 10, 2014
Would you like to see your name listed on the front
page of this newsletter as a member of the newsletter staff? If you like to write, have organization
skills, and think you might be interested in contributing to the newsletter on a regular basis, please
contact Charlene Smallwood Brown (editor@aitpli.org), or Barbara Viola
(bviola@viotechsolutions.com).
On Thursday August 21st our Long Island Chapter
will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary at the
Northport Yacht Club with a networking cocktail
party. Please put this date on your calendars. It
will be a very memorable party that we would like
all members to attend.
Charlene
G. Charlene Smallwood Brown, CDP
AITP-Long Island
Board of Directors—Newsletter Chair
Former Executive V. P., Newsletter Chair, & Secretary
editor@aitp-li.org
gc.smallwoodbrown@aitp-li.org
Sincerely,
Barbara Viola
President, AITP LI Chapter, 1999-Present
Executive Vice President / President Elect, 2014
Eastern District Director, 2010-2011, 2013
Association Secretary, 2012
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
Authors and Contributor: Ken Mole , AITP-LI Executive Board Member & Chair - Membership Committee
AITP-LI
The industry association for information technology professionals on Long Island
Largest AITP Chapter in the Nation!
Our Chapter currently has approximately 185 members, and we remain the largest Chapter in the AITP
national organization. We also have 10 Corporate and
Institutional Members, and our general membership
represents well over 100 international, national and
local companies and colleges.
We firmly believe our success has come about by
working to serve the needs of our membership for
education and networking opportunities.
TOP REASONS TO JOIN AN AITP STUDENT CHAPTER
Today, Technology Is Critical To All Industries/Majors
Network With Business And Technology Professionals
Learn From Industry Experts
Access To Internships With AITP-LI Companies
Access To Member Field Trips And Social Events
Be Eligible For AITP Scholarships
Opportunity To Compete At The AITP National Collegiate Conference
Gain Skills And Experience To Help You STAND OUT From The Crowd
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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We extend a “Hearty Welcome” to our new and renewing members!
AITP-LI Welcomes New 2nd Quarter 2014 Members
First Name
Last Name
Company
Professional Title
Thomas
Ackerman
SGC Software, LLC
Managing Partner
Costin
Caramarcu
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Technical Engineer
Sanjay
Dholakia
ThomsonReuters
Nick
Giampietro
G-Net Solutions, Inc.
Lead Management Systems
Engineer
Partner, Director of Sales
Gerasimos
Kremmidas
Unemployed at the Moment
Information Technology & Services Professional
Maureen
Lowman
In Transition
Business Information & Digital
Tech Strategist
John
McEvoy
Scicom
Manager
Andrew
Mintzer
Bottomline Technologies
EVP Product Strategy and Customer Delivery
Dina
Sarti
Cherwell Software
Territory & Partner Manger
Northeast
Walter
Schoudel
Oasys IT Consulting, LLC
President & Chief Consultant
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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2014 Corporate/Institutional Members AITP-LI
COMPANY NAME
TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP
Astoria Federal
Custom Computer Specialists
Long Island Rail Road
mindSHIFT Technologies
Henry Schein
Bronze
Bronze
Bronze
Bronze
Bronze
Adelphi University
Suffolk County Community
College
Silver Institutional
Hofstra University
New York Institute of Technology
St. John's University
Gold Institutional
Gold Institutional
Gold Institutional
Silver Institutional
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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MEMBER COMPANIES
Accelerated Information Systems
Eby Electro
ACS
Edelman Business Systems
Acupath Laboratories, Inc.
Edgewater
Adecco
EmblemHealth
Adelphi University
EMQUE CONSULTANTS, INC.
Advannced Technical Systems Group
ENT Custom Computer Specialists, Inc.
Alliance Enterprise Systems, LLC.
Expense Reduction Analysts
Allscripts at NS-LIJ
Experis IT
American Eagle Systems, Inc.
Flushing Bank
Applied DNA Sciences
Frequency Electronics, Inc.
Applied Visions, Inc.
Galaxy eClinical LLC
Astoria Federal Savings Bank
Girl Scouts of Nassau County
Automic Software
Globally Secure IT, LLC
Automobile Club of New York
GlobeNet Training
awt global
G-Net Solutions, Inc.
Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc.
Gold Coast IT Services, LLC
Bloom Resource Group Inc
Goldberg Segalla LLP
Bottomline Technologies
Goldman Sachs & Co
Briarcliffe College
Grange Technology Management Corporation
Bright Green Concepts, Inc.
Haver Analytics
Broadview
Health Plan Systems Inc
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Henry Schein, Inc.
C.D.I.
Hindsight Technologies
Catamaran
Hofstra University
Cherwell Software
IAC/InterActiveCorp
CHSLI
Innovative IT Consulting
Computer Design & Integration
Integrated Coverage Group
Comview Corporation
Intelecom Solutions
Cooley LLP
JASConsulting, Inc.
Core BTS Inc
Jeffrey S Falk
Cumulus Dynamics
Lean Agile Innovation LLC
Custom Computer Specialists, Inc.
Lincoln Computer Services
DataVail Corporation
Long Island Rail Road
Deloitte & Touche LLP
M.J. Technologies Inc.
Delta Computer Group
Make Believe TV
DJJ Technologies
Mass Mutual
Dominican College
Medical Action Industries
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MEMBER COMPANIES
Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP
Suffolk County National Bank
MindSHIFT Technologies
Sulzer Metco (US) Inc.
Motorola, Inc.
SUNY Farmingdale State College
NBC Solutions Corp.
SVAM
NBTY, Inc.
SysDirections, Inc.
Neat Communications
The First National Bank of Long Island
New York Institute of Technology
The Seventh Project, Inc.
Newsday Media Group
The Summit School
North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System
ThomsonReuters
NY GreenTech
Total Telecom Solutions, LLC
NYSEG
U Need 2 Travel Inc
NYU-Poly
Vanguard Funding
Oasys IT Consulting, LLC
Vicom Infinity, Inc
Pace University
Vinci Consulting Corp.
Peak Technologies
Viotech Solutions, Inc.
Phoenix House Foundation
VMware
Rapid Access Communication Enterprises, Inc.
Williams Lea
Robert Marston And Associates, Inc.
Windstream Communications (formerly PAETEC)
Sandata Technologies
workstream automation
Scicom
XSB Inc.
Secure Decisions
Your Troubleshooter for Troublemakers
Seventh Wave Consulting
SGC Software, LLC
Sheehan & Company, CPA PC
Slomins Inc.
SLS
Solari Corp
St. John's University
Stony Brook University
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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MEMBER PROMOTIONS / APPOINTMENTS / MILESTONES
CONGRATULATIONS!
CONGRATULATIONS TO AITP-LI
MEMBERS WHO CELEBRATED
MEMBERSHIP ANNIVERSARIES
March 2014
David Behr - 35 years
Ed Faltings - 5 years
Christopher Peltzer - 5 years
April 2014
Anthony Ferrante - 5 years
Tom McCormack - 5 years
May 2014
Richard Zehner - 5 years
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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We value your membership with us. That is why we are continuously seeking ways to enhance the value of your AITP-LI membership. One of the
ways we try to add value to your membership is by securing significant discounts on business services and educational programs that promote personal and professional growth. These benefits are not available to the general public.
To take advantage of these great offers, please contact Ken Mole (kenmole@aol.com),
Membership Committee Co-Chair. Ken will put you in touch with the appropriate contact
person at each organization.
As always, we encourage our members who are interested in offering discounted programs and/or services to the AITP-LI chapter members to contact Ken. Once again, we
appreciate your support and look forward to another productive year!
Business and Financial Services:
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MassMutual Financial Group offers Long Term Care insurance from a number of providers. As a
member you are eligible to receive an additional 10% discount on plan premiums for the life of the
policy.
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Vanguard Funding is a full service mortgage bank offering expertise in every area of mortgage
lending - from purchase to refinance to construction lending – is offering free property appraisals,
to a maximum of $500 off closing costs, for AITP-LI member mortgage loans that they close.
Computer Hardware:
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Hewlett-Packard has offered our members a “friends and family” discount on computer equipment.
Education and Training:
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Hofstra University Continuing Education (Hofstra CE) is pleased to extend a 15% discount to
our members. Hofstra CE provides a broad range of courses, certificates, lectures, and events to
the Long Island and surrounding communities. Programs are designed for diverse audiences: adult
and youth, professional and novice.
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MEMBERSHIP REPORT
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NETCOM Learning provides authorized IT and Soft Skills training and certification to corporations,
government agencies and individuals. NETCOM has offered to pay for a yearly membership to
ATIP-LI plus a number of meeting attendances for members who take NETCOM courses through
their companies.
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New Horizons Computer Learning Centers delivers a full range of IT training and business skills
training from basic application and desktop productivity tools to complex and IT systems. AITP
members receive a 15% discount on their training programs.
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New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) is a global private institution of higher education provides career-oriented professional education and supports applications-oriented research that benefits the larger world. NYIT is offering discounts to our members on some of their events scheduled throughout the year.
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Polytechnic Institute of New York University (NYU-Poly) proudly advances thought, research
and careers in technology, engineering and science. NYU-Poly offers our members a 15% discount on graduate level courses.
Note, there may be conditions associated with these offers and some offers may become discontinued
by the organization offering the discount.
Please take a minute to help us keep you informed by reviewing your contact information on our website. It is the only mechanism we have to keep you updated on news and events throughout the year.
If you need assistance with your log-in, please contact Ken Mole.
Ken Mole, (kenmole@aol.com), AITP-LI Executive Board Member & Membership Committee Chair
“Members working together make a better membership!”
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PUBLIC RELATIONS
Contributed by James Garvey, AITP-LI Executive Board Member & Public Relations Chair
Event Announcements:
All events are publicized via Twitter, AITP website, newsletter, and email.
April 2014 Business Growth Workshop was announced by LIBN and Newsday
May 2014 Annual CIO Panel was announced by LIBN, LIFT
June Annual Boat Ride event was announced by LIBN, LIFT, and Processor Magazine
Reporters are invited to events, as appropriate.
Twitter Activity:
As of July 2:
We have sent 2,020 tweets since launch, up from 1,932 since June 4 (an increase of 88).
We have 929 followers (up from 913 on June 4, an increase of 16).
We are following 617 Twitter accounts (up from 601, an increase of 16 since June 4)
We maintain a list of AITP chapters on Twitter.
As of July 2…We are following 75 chapters on this list, an increase of 1 since the last report on June 4.
See the list here: http://twitter.com/#!/AITP_LI_NY/aitp-chapters
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AITP-LI WINS A CHAPTER OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AWARD AND REGIONAL OUTSTANDING CHAPTER
FOR 2013
(Author and Contributor: John Sena, AITP-LI Executive Board Member & Awards Chair)
I am happy to announce that we have been selected by the 2014 AITP Association Awards Committee as the
only Chapter in our Region to get the Chapter Outstanding Performance Award for 2013 and also the winner
of our Regional Outstanding Chapter for 2013.
AITP-LI is the largest US Chapter and has been for a number of years. Last year we had fifteen (15) events
and over 1100 attendees at our meetings. The Chapter has over twenty one (21) major companies and eight
(8) Colleges and Universities, as members. We have sixty seven (67) Executive level members which is 30%
of our membership.
The major meetings and panels that we held covered the following:
Data Analytics, Data Mining and Predictive Analysis.
Data Security – Executive Panel.
The CIO/CTO Panel.
The Technical Showcase that featured a panel of IT Executives.
At this time, we are being considered for the Association’s National Chapter Award.
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LINCOLN COMPUTER SERVICES DOUBLES REVENUE;
OPENS NYC OFFICE!
“PMO Critical Success Factors “
(Contributed by Joanna Pawlowska, AITP-LI Member &
Marketing Manager - Lincoln Computer Services)
(Contributed by Barbara Viola, President & CEO—Viotech Solutions,
Inc., President – AITP-LI & Executive VP – AITP )
HICKSVILLE, NEW YORK, May 30,
2014 – Lincoln Computer Services,
Long Island’s Premiere Managed IT
Service Provider, announced today that
it has opened an office at Penn Plaza in
New York City for sales and service support. Lincoln Computer Services is focusing on growth and the NYC expansion, along with
focus on acquisition to meet the demands of an expanding client base, are parts of Lincoln’s long term
strategy.
This article reflects my experience working in or supporting Program Management Office (PMO) environments for several major corporations, supplemented with recent research into the
criteria for a successful PMO.
“Lincoln Computer Services recognizes that today’s
business environment is becoming technology-centric
at a rapid pace and is focusing on expanding our reach
in the tri-state area of NY. We believe that adding additional support in the NYC office will ensure that Lincoln
is able to build awareness of our superior IT services
throughout the tri-state area of NY”, said Teddy Cillis,
President of Lincoln Computer Services.
Lincoln’s director of sales, Chris Austin added, “The
Lincoln Computer Services business model is very simple. We take the complexity out of IT, and we recognize
that businesses in the tri-state area appreciate that. We
hope to gain the attention of new prospects while continuing our “Keeping IT Simple” approach; so that businesses can continue to focus on business- while we
handle the IT.
For more information contact Lincoln Computer Services marketing manager, Joanna Pawlowska, at 516-520-6463 Ext. 4019
or marketing@lincolnit.com.
NEW YORK TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL SURVEY
In partnership with WithumSmith+Brown, the New York
Technology Council surveyed NYC-based technology
company members about the state of technology in
New York. The results revealed that, in 2013-2014:
26% of respondents believe more jobs will be
added
23% of respondents plan to grow their headcount by 10-25%
54% of respondents believe tech in NYC will
improve
24% of respondents believe LinkedIn has a
significant positive impact on their business
By David Leigh MBA, PMP
According to recent Gartner research, there is a fifty percent
failure rate for initial attempts to establish a sustainable PMO.
However, according to a benchmark study by PM Solutions entitled, State of the PMO 2010, successful PMOs have demonstrated a significant reduction in failed projects; with projects
completed under budget, ahead of schedule and with demonstrated improved productivity.
From an overall perspective, the following presents key critical
success factors (CSF) for creating a successful PMO.
VALIDATING THE BUSINESS CASE
The Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK) defines
a PMO as “a management structure that standardizes the project related processes and facilitates the sharing of resources,
methodologies, tools and techniques”.
As for any endeavor requiring a significant investment of money
and resources, it is critical that a business case is produced to
justify the PMO. This document should provide the vision,
roadmap for the next 12-18 months, framework and ROI for the
PMO. A well defined business case will also assist in securing
senior management sponsorship of the PMO.
ALIGNMENT WITH BUSINESS OBJECTIVES
A critical success factor is that the PMO should be customized
to support the business objectives of the organization. It should
avoid an “ivory tower” mentality and provide well defined and
pragmatic support for the organization. This requires an understanding of the culture and current state of the organization.
Another objective is to ensure the support of the influential
stakeholders.
ADAPTIVE TO THE CHANGING ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
The PMO should also adopt an agile approach by adapting to
the changing needs of the organization. An article published in
the PMI Project Management Journal (March 2009) entitled
Building Value Through Sustainable PMOs stated, “Building a
project management competency and an effective PMO function that continues to deliver value is not a one time effort, it is
an ongoing continuously evolving investment that needs to be
managed by qualified visionary, effective leaders”.
DEFINING THE APPROPRIATE STRUCTURE
According to the PMBOK, “The responsibilities of a PMO can
range from providing project management support functions to
actually being responsible for the direct management of one or
more projects”.
Complete survey results are available at: http://
www.nytech.org/assets/pdf/TECH_SURVEY_HiRes.pdf.
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“PMO Critical Success Factors “
By David Leigh MBA, PMP
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The PMBOK defines several types of PMO structures and control levels, specifically
It follows that another CSF is to clearly define the structure of the PMO with the required level of authority. As stated above, the
structure should align with and be adaptive to the business objectives of the organization.
FOCUS ON INTERNAL MARKETING
In order to ensure the viability and sustainability of the PMO, it is necessary to continually demonstrate the validity of the PMO.
As described below, appropriate metrics and KPIs need to be defined and reported by the PMO within the organization. This
will demonstrate that the PMO is adding value to the organization and meeting the business objectives on a continual basis.
This required transparency will help to ensure the continual support of senior management. An effective PMO needs to deliver
value every day.
METRICS FOR PMO SURVIVAL
Examples of performance metrics for software development would include quantified measures for the following:
Projects delivered closer to budget Project delivered closer to schedule
Improved risk management and mitigation Improved resource allocations
Enhanced processes and controls Improved quality metrics for project assessments
Improved compliance to IT governance controls Demonstrated project compliance to SDLC frameworks
It is often stated that “what you cannot measure, you cannot manage”. This is the opportunity for the PMO to provide a model
example to the organization in the effective definition and implementation of specific metrics to validate its value to the organization. The results should be reported periodically and made available in a visual dashboard.
SECURING RESOURCE COMPETENCY
Another PMO CSF is ensuring that the PMO is staffed with adequate and competent resources. They need to be skilled in the
specific support areas required by the PMO, for example, project management competencies, quality management, compliance, project assessment, mentoring skills, knowledge of best practices, etc. The selection of the PMO manager is a key task
in staffing the PMO. These resources need to be able to establish effective relationships and be recognized as experts in their
respective specialties.
ATTAINING THE OPTIMAL MATURITY LEVEL
In the recent study by PM Solutions Research, the authors state that “there is a direct correlation between the maturity of a
company’s PMO and the value it provides. More mature PMOs are far more likely to meet critical success factors.”
A cursory review of the industry will reveal that there are a plethora of PMO maturity models. Many correctly stress the need for
alignment with PMI's Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3).
As soon as a PMO has secured sufficient recognition and acceptance within the organization, it should proceed to evaluate a
select number of PMO maturity models. The models range from a simple one dimensional ranking (basic to advanced) to the
sophisticated three dimensional PMO Maturity Cube proposed at the PMI Research and Education Congress 2010 in Washington D.C. The PMO Maturity Cube consolidates into one unified model the following three dimensions that comprise the cube:
-project)
The evaluation process should result in the selection of an optimal PMO maturity model. After benchmarking the current state
of the PMO, a roadmap should then be defined to guide the progress in attaining the successive levels of maturity.
In summary, this article provides a high level perspective regarding the required CSF criteria that will support the performance
and success of the PMO capability within your organization.
Editors Note: David Leigh MBA, PMP is an independent IT consultant specializing in project management and business analysis. He has extensive experience in application development, software process and PMO best practices.
References for his article will be in our electronic newsletter at PMILIC.org.
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E D U CAT IO N
Once again this year, the AITP-LI Board awarded scholarships to graduating high school seniors and currentlyenrolled college students who are children or grandchildren of active AITP-LI members. Over the past 35 years, the
AITP has awarded over $90,000 in scholarships to deserving students.
In addition to the scholarship awards, honorees and a guest were invited to attend, as our guests, one of AITP-LI’s
most anticipated events - the Annual CIO Panel Luncheon and Educational Showcase on May 20th at the Huntington
Hilton. The students were recognized for their awards, got an exclusive Meet and Greet with our CIO Panelists, and
networked with AITP members and educational showcase partners.
Congratulations to the following deserving children and grandchildren of AITP-LI members,
who were awarded AITP-LI scholarships this year!
Alexis Demetriou, Daughter of Thomas Demetriou
Nick Giampietro, Son of Nick Giampietro
Danielle Kertyzak, Daughter of Ronald Kertyzak
Nicole Maiorano, Daughter of Anthony Maiorano
Lauren Zehner, Daughter of Richard Zehner
Zachary DeStefano, Son of Robert DeStefano
Christopher Klarides, Grandson of Ken Mole
Julia Luciani, Daughter of Vincent Luciani
Brianna Munch, Daughter of Doug Munch
Above: Standing in front of our CIO speakers, are 6 of our 9 scholarship recipients, flanked by Barbara Viola and Mark Nardone.
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2nd QUARTER EVENTS RECAPS & GALLERY
For more information, click below:
Career SIG — Business Growth Workshop
Friday, April 25, 2014 from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM EDT
AITP-LI CIO Panel
Tuesday May 20, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDT
ANNUAL BOAT TRIP,
June 27, 11:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.
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Career SIG — Business Growth Workshop
Topic: Six Management Mistakes That Negatively Impact Business Growth
Friday, April 25, 2014 from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM EDT
Location: Adelphi University, Garden City
Keynote Speaker: John Sena, AITP-LI Board Member and Award Chair; President — JAS Consulting
Speaker: Carol Ann Boyle, Deputy CIO — Adelphi
Topic: Overview of current events at Adelphi University — construction, , new President ..
Online learning .. , etc.
Estimated Attendance: 92 members and guests
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AITP-LI CIO PANEL
Topic: Defining IT's Mission in Today's Economy
Tuesday May 20, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDT
Location: Hilton/Long Island, 598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville, NY 11747
Estimated Attendance: 100+ members and guests:
Guest CIO’s:
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Astoria Federal Bank
Henry Schein Inc.
Nassau County
AAA of NY
Canon
Applied DNA Services
- Robert DeStefano
- Jim Harding
- Ed Eisenstein
- Fred Komoroski
- John Castaldo
- Judy Murrah
CIO’s, Seated Left to Right: Robert DeStefano, Ed Eisenstein, Fred Komoroski, Judy Murrah, James Harding,
John Castaldo
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AITP-LI CIO PANEL (continued)
CONGRATULATIONS, SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS!!
RECIPIENTS:
Alexis Demetriou, Daughter of Thomas Demetriou
Zachary DeStefano, Son of Robert DeStefano
Nick Giampietro, Son of Nick Giampietro
Christopher Klarides, Grandson of Ken Mole
Danielle Kertyzak, Daughter of Ronald Kertyzak
Julia Luciani, Daughter of Vincent Luciani
Nicole Maiorano, Daughter of Anthony Maiorano
Brianna Munch, Daughter of Doug Munch
Lauren Zehner, Daughter of Richard Zehner
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AITP-LI CIO PANEL
“Education as the Gateway to Professional Development.”
SPONSORS:
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Hofstra University
New York Institute of Technology
Suffolk County Community College
Stony Brook University
Many thanks to the following local academic institutions, who sponsored this meeting and
provided exhibits to promote “Education as the Gateway to Professional Development.”
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
Topic: Emerging Technologies
June 27, 11:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Location: Lauren Kristy, Bay Shore Marina, Great South Bay
Sincere Thanks to Our Guest Speakers:
Karen Parrish, IBM—Data Analytics
Laurie Carey, Microsoft—Cloud Computing
Michael Danis, Citrix—Mobile Applications Security
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
Topic: Emerging Technologies
SOLVING PROBLEMS — Technology is not the answer.
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (A.K.A., DATA ANALYTICS)
INTEGRATING ALL FORMS OF DATA—STRUCTURED AND UNSTRUCTURED
Karen Parrish, IBM Vice President of WW Industry Solutions, Public Sector which includes, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, Government, Defense and Smarter Cities. She is responsible for the cross brand and cross divisional
strategy and execution for industry specific solutions across these industries worldwide.
Aftermath of 9-11 tragedy —-> Karen was summoned to the rescue by NYC Chief of Police — Problem: lack of integrated data among agencies — Solution: Partnered with Microsoft to get real-time crime information — Focused on integrating different types of data — e.g., voice (911 calls), text (licenses), video (cameras) — Note: This is a fundamental
issue that most employees deal with everyday — “How do we get them to share data?”
“Smarter Planet Initiative” —> Solving problems — Design a computer that thinks like a brain — a.k.a., Watson. Watson is a cognitive technology that processes information more like a human than a computer — by understanding natural language, generating hypotheses based on evidence, and learning as it goes. Watson “gets smarter” in three ways:
by being taught by its users, by learning from prior interactions, and by
being presented with new information. This means organizations can
more fully understand and use the data that surrounds them, and use
that data to make better decisions. Technology is being used to improve care coordination in the mental health community and to determine / predict neonatal problems.
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
Topic: Emerging Technologies
ON DEMAND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS.
CLOUD SERVICES AND MOBILE WORKSTYLES
BYOD — BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE TO ACCESS ENTERPRISE DATA AND SYSTEMS
EFFICIENT, SECURE DELIVERY METHODS WITH GLOBAL ACCESS
WORKFORCE CONTINUITY
PRODUCTIVITY
Michael Danis, Citrix Territory Sales Manager, Mobile Applications Security, assists enterprise class organizations, local governments, and educational institutions within Long Island and Queens, NY, with implementing
virtual infrastructures. These technology initiatives help power mobile workstyles and cloud services. Have helped
hundreds of companies develop successful strategies to embrace the consumerization of IT and reduce the time
spent on managing multiple endpoints. Simply stated, these technology delivery systems enable the ability to
work and play securely from any device, anywhere, at any time. Secure! Same look all the time!
Productivity / Mobility:
Doctors—access everything on any device
anywhere.
Medical students—with restricted access to
data, only on hospital property
Nurses—access specific patient information.
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
Topic: Emerging Technologies
CLOUD COMPUTING
WCTD—STEAM— internships, job shadowing for students and teachers, career development and coaching
Laurie Carey
MICROSOFT — Partner Technology Strategist is responsible for the technical relationship with a subset of Highperforming Microsoft Partners in the New York Metro area. She helps system’s integrators build their business partnership with Microsoft and growitheir profit through technology solutions that bring high business impact.
Bring personal & business together on device – in the cloud
Security — Lose the device, but not the information
Work from wherever we are
Use the clouds in a way that saves lives — Innovative New ideas – E.g., placing a sensor on a traffic light that alerts a
blind person that he is approaching a light.
Socially, how do we disconnect and not let technology drive us.
WE CONNECT THE DOTS (WCTD) — CEO & Founder empowers both students and teachers by giving them the
education and tools needed for pursuing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics) careers.
Through partnerships with technology industry leaders, WCTD will help populate STEAM-related fields with qualified
focused students whose hunger for continued knowledge in higher education programs will sustain the workforce of
the future. WCTD brings awareness to teachers, students, and parents of the opportunities across STEAM careers
and the workforce skills of the 21st Century required to succeed.
"The sooner we can influence them, the better chances we have at inspiring them to enter the field." Next generation
of students value learning more than money. They need the school systems to keep up.
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
MANY THANKS TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:
CORE BTS
LINCOLN COMPUTER SERVICES
TYCO
INTEGRATED SECURITY
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
AITP-LI — A Day On The Bay
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ANNUAL BOAT TRIP
AITP-LI — A Day On The Bay (continued)
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NEXT QUARTER EVENTS
For more information, click image below.
Old Westbury Gardens Concert
Webcast—IBMEnterprise Cloud
60th Anniversary Celebration!
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L. I. Ducks vs. Somerset Patriots
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Long Island Chapter
***AITP-LI Members Only Event***
AITP-LI is pleased to offer our members free admission to
Old Westbury Gardens, Picnic Pops Concert, on Wed, 7/30/14 featuring the
well known jazz band Baby Soda.
Gates open at 5:00 PM. Dance lessons at 6:30 PM and the orchestra begins to
play at 7:00 PM. AITP will provide wine and cheese for our members. You may
bring one guest at no charge.
AITP-LI members who wish to attend must register with Ken Mole by July 27,
2014- kenmole@aol.com. Let us know if you wish to bring a guest. Only those
who are pre-registered will be able to attend for free.
If you bring guests who are not registered, the member must pay the regular admission price ($10 Adults, $8 Seniors & free admission for Children/under 12)
for the additional attendees.
Please register for this event ASAP if you wish to attend.
Tickets are limited!! Informal tour of gardens during intermission!
It's a great event - hope you can join us.
Not a member, yet? Join now and participate in this and other members only
events!
http://www.aitp-li.org
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Association of Information
Technology Professionals
AITP-LI
Invites You to Join Us for
Lots of Fun When The
Play the Somerset Patriots
Friday, August 15, 2014
With our usual pre-game cocktail party at the
Irish Coffee Pub in Islip – all included in price of tickets!
Register online at www.aitp-li.org
Tickets $17.00 each for AITP Members & guests– Payment due by 07/30/2014
Non-Members $22/person
(Note: you must login at to get the member's pricing. )
Want to pay by check? Make Checks Payable to AITP. Please detach and return lower portion
Name ____________________________________________
No. of Tkts _____________
Address __________________________________________
X $17 ea = _____________
X $22 ea = _____________
Phone __________________________________________ Amt enclosed $___________
Return to: AITP
P.O. Box 370
Hicksville, NY 11801
Attn: Eddie Friel
effsystems@yahoo.com
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Association of Information
Technology Professionals
AITP-LI
LONG ISLAND CHAPTER
PROUDLY PRESENTS
Networking and New Member Event
Celebrating
Our 60th Anniversary
at
The Northport Yacht Club
11 Bluff Point Road
Northport, NY 11768
Thursday, August 21, 2014, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Enjoy the sunset over Northport Harbor while having fun and networking with
your colleagues from the IT industry!
Space is limited — Registration Coming Soon — Register online in advance to reserve
your place.
Member Fee: $10.00
Non-Member Fee: $45.00
YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.
Fee includes: beer, wine and soda; hot and cold hors d’oeuvres; dessert, coffee
and tea
Join AITP today to qualify for the member rate, and save on events all year!
RENEWAL & NEW MEMBER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
AITP-LI is pleased to announce a Membership Incentive Program!
Join or renew your AITP-LI professional membership before April 30, 2015, will
receive a $35 meeting credit.
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AITP-LI CALENDAR & EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
A I T P Lo ng I sl and C ha p t er
S ch e d ul e o f E v en t s
2014
Date
Event Type
Event Title
Time
Location
July 30
Annual
Picnic Pops Concert
5:00p
Old Westbury Gardens
August 15
Annual
LI Ducks Game and Networking
5:00p
Irish Coffee Pub/Ducks
stadium
August 21
Social
5:30p – 8:00p
Northport Yacht Club
September 19
Annual
AITP 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Networking Social
SECURITY SIG
5:30p -8:00p
TBD
October 23
Monthly
Networking Event
5:30p – 8:00p
TBD
October 29
Annual
Planning for 2015 & Voting
5:30p – 8:00p
TBD
November 19
Annual
Technology Showcase
11:00a – 3:00p
Huntington Hilton
December 6
Annual
Holiday Social
6:00p - ?
TBD
AITP-LI 2014 Board Calendar (Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
August 12
September 9
October 7
November 4
December 2
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No matter how sophisticated the technology, it still takes people.
The Long Island Chapter of AITP was founded in 1954 and continues to serve as the premier organization of choice among
information technology professionals. It serves as a resource for professional development and growth. Learn more at
www.aitp-li.org.
AITP—Long Island Chapter Mission
The mission of the Long Island Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is to provide its
members professional development, education, and exposure to technology trends and leadership within the Long Island business community. The Chapter also provides opportunities for networking with experienced I.T. professionals in industry, academia, and local government.
AITP-LI 2014 Executive Board - Officers and Directors
OFFICERS:
President and Association Director:
Past President:
Secretary:
Co-Treasurer:
Co-Treasurer:
National & Region Liaison:
Barbara Viola
Mario Panzarella
Lorraine Rizzuto
Don Boyle
Walter Ebe
W. Paul Ziems
DIRECTORS:
Membership Chair:
Programs Chair:
Registration Co-Chair:
Registration Co-Chair:
Newsletter Chair:
Webmaster:
Activities Chair:
Audit Chair:
By-Laws Chair:
Public Relations Chair:
Awards Chair:
Education Chair:
Kenneth M. Mole
Mark Nardone
Carol A. Holmes
Jerry Schwartz
Charlene Smallwood-Brown
Doug Munch
Edward Friel
Joseph DeCarlo
Joseph DeCarlo
Jim Garvey
John Sena
Robert Kratkze
Board Members at Large:
Robert Barone, Sergio Diaz, John Impagliazzo, Ron Kertyzak
Larry O’Rourke, Lorna Paine, Richard Scorce,
Jeff Callahan, Ken Newman
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