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Current Events, Meetings and Courses

Assessing Software Asset Management Processes Course (PCSAM)
Sept. 23-24, 2008 - Detroit
Oct. 14-15, 2008 - London, England
Nov. 11-12, 2008 - Atlanta
Nov. 20-21, 2008 - Los Angeles

Practitioners Certificate in Software License Management Course (PCSLM)
Sept. 15, 2008 - Washington, DC
Sept. 22, 2008 - Detroit
Oct. 6-7, 2008 - NEW - Virtual classroom course
Oct. 21, 2008 - London, England
Oct. 24, 2008 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Oct. 30, 2008 - San Diego
Nov. 5-6, 2008 - NEW - Virtual classroom course
Nov. 10, 2008 - Atlanta
Nov. 19, 2008 - Los Angeles

Contact us for additional information on IBSMA courses. For a listing of the SAM Standards Committee meetings visit the committee page.

SAM Summit '09 arrives in Chicago June 1-2, 2009, to deliver an all-new education and networking experience for software asset management professionals. This summit will cover advanced level, cutting-edge topics including ITIL v.3, leveraging CMDB data with SAM workflow, SAM best practices, standards, as well as licensing, tools and legal issues. Visit SAMSummit.com

SAM Summit '08 sets attendance record. Read more >>

Visit IBSMAforum.com for news, reviews and networking.

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ECP and IBSMA reserve the right to limit distribution of free materials to members and subscribers. Due to heavy demand for some sessions only IBSMA Associate, Basic or Premium members may participate. To join IBSMA visit IBSMA membership.

IBSMA Software Licensing Practices Committee
Following on its successful efforts to draft a standard for software tagging and use-entitlement, the International Business Software Managers Association (IBSMA) is spearheading an effort to compile a glossary of commonly used terms in software licensing and asset management.

The collaborative effort would result in industry-standard definitions for procedures, structures and systems unique to the industry, helping to advance the advent of a common language when it comes to critical aspects of asset management and license compliance.

The final product, authored by a committee of IBSMA members, will be freely available for use in international standards and reference guides. We expect work to proceed immediately, in a straightforward manner and with an exceptional turnaround time. The committee is closed to new members as work has begun. The glossary will be published in the fall of 2008.

Forward your input or questions to charles.ansell@ECPweb.com.

Given the heightened demand we have heard for a standard list of SAM and licensing terms, we anticipate significant participation and a very well-received product.

Assessing Software Asset Management Processes (according to ISO/IEC 19770-1) PCSAM

Course level: Practitioner Certificate Course

Demonstrate your software asset management (SAM) competence by earning the Practitioner Certificate in Assessing Software Asset Management Processes (PCSAM).

Assessing SAM processes according to ISO/IEC 19770-1 is for moderate to experienced software asset management professionals and others who want to learn practical approaches to assessing and implementing SAM programs and practices according to the international standard ISO/IEC 19770-1.

This course will help you understand and apply the standard with a results-oriented team-learning approach to creating policies, processes and procedures in six process areas. We’ll show you how to conduct a high-level SAM-process assessment using ISO/IEC 19770-1 as a framework.

At the completion of this course, you’ll come away with a foundation in ISO/IEC 19770-1 principles, the ability to conduct a gap analysis and self-assessment and know how SAM processes fit in the ITIL framework. Following an introduction and review of 19770-1, process areas and assessment methods. we’ll guide you through an in-depth look at six areas: control environment, planning and implementation process, inventory processes, verification and compliance, operations management and interfaces, life-cycle process interfaces.

Upon completion of the session students may take the optional certification exam. Students passing the test will receive IBSMA’s PCSAM certificate. Course details

The course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m. both days. The optional two-hour exam will be given on the second day. The exam is included in the course fee. Space is limited to 12 people. If the minimum number of registrations is not attained we may cancel or defer this class. We are not responsible for travel-related expenses incurred in the event of a change.

The course fee includes a charge of $250 to cover licensed ECP and ISO materials. All attendees will receive a copy of ISO/IEC 19770-1 and presentation materials (paper copy only, PDF not available). The self-assessment guide and tool are available for purchase separately.

Choose from the following locations and dates:

PCSAM - Detroit - Sept. 23-24 (2 days)
$1,195.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered on the second day.

PCSAM - London - Oct. 22-23 (2 days)
$1,695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered on the second day.

The course will be held in central London.

PCSAM - Atlanta - Nov. 11-12 (2 days)
$1,195.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered on the second day.

PCSAM - Los Angeles - Nov. 20-21 (2 days)
$1,195.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered on the second day.

Practitioner Certificate in Software License Management (PCSLM)

Course level: Practitioner Certificate Course

Demonstrate your software license asset management (SLM) competence by earning the Practitioner Certificate in Software License Management (PCSLM). PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff who want to learn the basics of software license compliance and how to conduct a self-audit.

This course will help you understand the fundamentals of auditing and compliance, how to assess your software-management proficiency and develop a business case for compliance. We’ll show you how to conduct a high-level compliance review and plan and manage an external audit.

At the completion of this course, you’ll come away with a foundation in software license management principles and the ability to conduct a gap analysis and self-assessment. We’ll guide you through an in-depth look at six areas: auditing and compliance basics, software licenses, assessing your SAM proficiency, business case and tools, managing an external audit, planning and executing an audit. Each of the six modules includes team and individual exercises. Download the datasheet

Although this course has no prerequisites, students should have an understanding of the benefits and purpose of a SAM program and basic knowledge of software contract terms and conditions. Prior experience with project planning and a fundamental understanding of IT service management is helpful, but not required.

The course length is one day and runs from 8:30 am to 5:30 p.m. The optional one-hour exam will be given at the end of the day. Space is limited to 20 people. If the minimum number of registrations is not attained we may cancel or defer this class. We are not responsible for travel-related expenses incurred in the event of a change.

Each student will receive copies of all course materials and worksheets, including the book Best Practices in IT Asset and Software Management and other ECPweb publications.

Attend class and you’re eligible to sit for the exam. The exam is one hour (multiple choice and short answer questions) and 70 percent correct is a passing score. Students who do not pass the exam may take a second exam to be administered by the testing authority.

Choose from the following locations and dates:

PCSLM - Washington, DC - Sept. 15
$695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

The course will be held in the Washington, DC vicinity, close to a Metro stop.

PCSLM - Detroit - Sept. 22
$695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

PCSLM - Virtual Classroom Course - Oct. 6 and 7
$445.00
Learn the fundamentals of software licenses and compliance in the comfort of your workplace. This interactive virtual-classroom course meets 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on consecutive days. Course materials will be provided. You will receive login and teleconference details by e-mail.

Space is limited to 12 per course. The registration fee is per person and groups from the same company should register together for a discount.

The exam is offered online via our Web-based exam tool. The exam fee is included in the course.

PCSLM - London - Oct. 21
$895.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

PCSLM - Amsterdam - Oct. 24
$895.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

PCSLM - San Diego - Oct. 30
$695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

PCSLM - Virtual Classroom Course - Nov. 5 and 6
$445.00
Learn the fundamentals of software licenses and compliance in the comfort of your workplace. This interactive virtual-classroom course meets 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on consecutive days. Course materials will be provided. You will receive login and teleconference details by e-mail.

Space is limited to 12 per course. The registration fee is per person and groups from the same company should register together for a discount.

The exam is offered online via our Web-based exam tool. The exam fee is included in the course.

PCSLM - Atlanta - Nov. 10
$695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

PCSLM - Los Angeles - Nov. 19
$695.00
This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. NOTE: If the course is sold out, contact ECP concerning registration options.

Webinar: Introduction to Assessing Software Asset Management Processes

In this webinar we will cover the basics of assessing SAM processes according to ISO/IEC 19770-1. We'll also demonstrate our SAM Assess tool.

The webinar will help you understand and apply the standard with a results-oriented approach to creating policies, processes and procedures in six process areas. We’ll show you how to conduct a high-level SAM-process assessment and gap analysis using ISO/IEC 19770-1 as a framework and our SAM Assess Tool. Select from the date(s) listed below.
Webinar - THIS EVENT IS NOT SCHEDULED

Substitution and Cancellation Policy (2008)
Substitute an attendee at any time up to the start of the conference. To receive a refund (less $100 administrative fee), ECP must receive written notice of cancellation no less than 10 business days prior to the event start date. Late cancellations will receive a credit toward another ECP/IBSMA event or workshop. No refunds for no-shows.

Full payment is required prior to attendance. In rare instances, a course will be rescheduled or postponed. ECP/IBSMA will provide at least 10 days notice. You may receive a full refund, or take a credit toward another course. ECP/IBSMA is not responsible for penalties resulting from travel arrangements.

If weather conditions dictate that we cancel a course with short notice, we will immediately contact you by phone. An announcement will also be made on the course details available on ECP’s events page (http://www.ecpweb.com/events.html). For courses starting on Mondays, please be sure to check your e-mail and the ECP Web site on Sunday.

In the event that we do have to cancel a training course at the last minute, ECP will either reschedule your course dates or offer a full refund of the course price.

ECP/IBSMA reserves the right to limit or deny access to events to any entity or individual. Our receipt of a registration and payment does not constitute acceptance and payments and registrations that are not accepted will be cancelled and refunded within 30 days of receipt.

Questions? Contact ECP and IBSMA at 734-930-1925 or e-mail to Inquiry@ECPweb.com.