Global Integration Summit Demonstrates Economic Payback Through Integration Technology

Integration Consortium announces free hotel stay at MGM Grand for registered attendees

Minnetonka, MN (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 -- The Integration Consortium (IC) today announces the launch of the 6th annual Global Integration Summit (www.globalintegrationsummit.com) (GIS). The 2009 event takes place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on June 3 & 4. Integration practitioners looking for a conference in 2009 can rest assured the GIS will provide the biggest bang for their buck this year - Starting with a free hotel stay for the first 200 registered attendees. All presentations at the GIS will demonstrate "Economic Payback" through customer testimonials, case studies or documented research.

David Linthicum, internationally known cloud computing and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) expert, will open the summit with his keynote session titled "Defining the Value of Integration". Dave will provide a step-by-step approach to defining the value of integration - From the alignment with business, to the ongoing efficiencies that integration provides. Cloud Computing enthusiasts will explore the promise of the cloud and the present day reality with Ron Papas, SVP & General Manager of Informatica On Demand. Finally, Zahid Afzal, Huntington Bank, provides an "IT Perspective on Successful Business Alignment" and how technology contributes to the company's successes and addressing challenges.

The event offers several breakout sessions dedicated to providing attendees with real world examples of how to implement, leverage, or improve existing applications in the areas of BMP, SOA, MDM, Cloud Computing and more. A networking reception on the evening of June 3rd will allow sponsors of the GIS to demonstrate how their solutions offer "payback" to the customer.

"The Integration Consortium's unique call for papers process ensures only the best, most relevant topics and presenters will be in Las Vegas", says Leanne MacDonald, Integration Consortium Executive Director. "Submissions to our yearly call for papers are evaluated by IC members in areas such as depth & quality, practicality and implementability to name a few. Real work is required to submit a paper - with no promise of reward. The individuals who will be presenting in Las Vegas have shown true dedication to improving the integration profession by submitting their work openly for criticism by their peers - and have come out at the top of their field! Their experiences are an invaluable component of the Global Integration Summit program."

John Schmidt, Integration Consortium (www.globalintegrationsummit.com) Chairman & VP Global Integration Services, Informatica, is gearing up to attend his 6th Global Integration Summit. "Since the first GIS in 2004, the Integration Consortium has established a reputation for hosting premier integration events. With the challenges facing everyone in 2009, it's critical for integration practitioners to learn how to leverage their existing IT infrastructure, how to best implement new solutions & discover under-utilized assets. Attendees will easily recognize how presenters and sponsors of the 2009 GIS are committed to furthering our profession by their apparent demonstration of these and other crucial IT and business aligned strategies."

The first 200 attendees will receive up to 2 free nights at the MGM Grand Hotel. Member pricing for the Summit is only $695 for IC members and $795 for non members (Includes Individual IC Membership). By registering and paying by April 30th, attendees will also receive a bonus package valued at over $200 in extras including hotel food and beverage credits and deep discounts on entertainment.

For more information on the free hotel promotion, registration, sponsorship and agenda details, visit the Global Integration Summit website at www.globalintegrationsummit.com.

About the Integration Consortium

The mission of the Integration Consortium (IC) is to foster the leading community of like-minded Information Technology professionals responsible for transforming business through both traditional systems integration and emerging SOA with greater agility, ease of use and business results.

The IC is a member-driven community that shares experiences, knowledge and best practices in multiple forums. Our members champion; innovation, feedback between members, collaboration with standards bodies, and the articulation of strategic and measurable business benefits for leading-edge capabilities. Annual meetings are complemented by a growing number of regional chapters who meet periodically. On-going networking is encouraged through the dynamic IC website which supports knowledge exchange and records of industry papers and studies.

One of the IC's strengths is the diversity of member support and interest. Our membership includes end user corporations, independent software suppliers, hardware suppliers, system integrators, academic institutions, non-profit institutions, individual members as well as various industry leaders. Information on the IC is available at http://www.integrationconsortium.org or by sending an e-mail.

Contact:

Leanne MacDonald

Tel: (403) 873-2084

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