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UTC Alert - February 2, 2010
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| Monthly news bulletin for and about the members of the UTILITIES TELECOM COUNCIL- The Telecommunications and Information Technology Association for Utility, Energy, and Other Critical Infrastructure Companies |
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UTC Smart Grid Policy Summit
Smart Grid policies that maximize the benefits to consumers need to encompass more than just the electric or telecom sectors or policies. The purpose of the UTC Smart Grid Policy Summit is to create a forum to align policies for energy, telecommunication, the environment and the economy, and fulfill the promises of smart grid deployments. Please click here to find out more about this exciting Summit.
For now, registration is only available by downloading this registration form and faxing it back to 202.833.6812. For more information, please contact meetings@utc.org.
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Make Your Plans to Attend UTC TELECOM 2010
Registration is open for UTC TELECOM 2010. The Early Registration Rate is available now until May 3, 2010. A group rate for Super Pass registration is available for groups of 5 or more by contacting meetings@utc.org.
Don't forget to make your hotel reservation at the same time. It is "race week" in Indianapolis, and we predict that the hotels will fill up fast. Don't forget, when you make your hotel reservations, you are automatically entered into UTC's monthly drawing. December winner Gary Billman receives a $200 American Express gift card. The winners for February and March will each receive two tickets to the Indy 500 and a complimentary stay at the Hyatt from Wednesday-Sunday of Race Week. Make your reservations now to become eligible for this drawing. The earlier you make your reservations, the more drawings you will be eligible for.
The Conference Program is now available! UTC TELECOM 2010 Symposia include:
For more information or questions about the meeting, contact meetings@utc.org
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Advertise in Both Print and Online Versions of the 2010 UTC Journal
UTC is now accepting advertising reservations for the 2010 editions of the UTC Journal. The UTC Journal is a great way for vendors to get their products and services in front of telecom and IT professionals at energy and water utilities.
For rates and other information, download the 2009-2010 UTC Journal Media Kit, or contact Cheryl Stratos, by phone at 703.212.7735.
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UTC's Region 8, 9, 10 Meeting
Each year, Regions 8, 9 & 10 get together to host the Utility Telecom Forum - our largest regional event. Attending the Utility Telecom Forum (UTF) is a great way for utility telecom and IT professionals to meet peers at other utilities in your same geographic area facing many of the same issues. The UTF Program can be accessed here. In addition to a strong educational program based on current issues facing utility telecom professionals today, this meeting features an exhibit hall that gives attendees a chance to meet vendor partners and see leading products and services. We understand that travel budgets are tight, but encourage you to attend to take advantage of the education opportunities, vendor meetings, great registration rate and centralized meeting location. For more information, please click here. We hope to see you there!
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Consider Nominating Your Utility for the UTC Apex Award
Do you have a story of how your utility has employed utility communications to improve the lives of those within your community? The UTC Apex Award will be presented again during UTC TELECOM 2010. We know you have a story to share - the only question is - why haven't you submitted it? We encourage you to think about all the ways your utility telecom department helps the community and consider submitting that as a UTC Apex Award entry. If you are having problems putting it on paper, we can work with you. Please contact marketing@utc.org or call 202.872.0030 for more information.
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UTC Region 3 Spring 2010 Meeting
We are pleased to announce that PowerSouth Energy Cooperative will host the UTC Region 3 Spring 2010 meeting in Orange Beach, Alabama on March 3-4, 2010. The UTC Regulatory Update and Business meeting will be held on Wednesday afternoon, March 3, 2010, and the technical presentation session will follow on Thursday, March 4. Please make your reservations as soon as possible to assure your attendance at this event. The facility for the meeting will be the Perdido Beach Resort, and reservations can be made online or by calling 800.634.8001.
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Attention Vendor Partners - Be a Part of UTC EXPO 2010
UTC EXPO 2010, the exhibit hall portion of UTC TELECOM 2010, is about 94% sold out. To make sure you get the best space available, please contact exhibits@utc.org today. For those organizations looking to reinforce their exhibit with a sponsorship, or for those that would rather sponsor than exhibit, we have many sponsorship packages to fit your marketing budget. For more information on what's available, view exhibitor details here - www.utctelecom2010.utc.org/content/exhibitors.
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UTC Region 7 Meeting in Little Rock, Arkansas
Join UTC to watch the Super Bowl before the Region 7 meeting begins. This is free for all registered attendees and is a great casual networking event prior to the official start of the meeting. Register today to take advantage of this regional meetings, a great way to stay connected to peers in your region that are facing the same issues as you. The Region 7 Meeting's educational program offers some of the hot topics facing the industry presented by experts - without the high cost of long distance travel. Regardless of whether you attended last year or have never attended a Region 7 meeting, set your calendars now to attend. You won't be disappointed! Please click here to find out more.
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UTC Webinar Schedule
UTC has a new schedule of Webinars for 2010. Webinars are a convenient and relatively inexpensive way to hear education on a specific topic. All include time for question and answers. For more information on each Webinar, click on the Webinar's name.
February 24, 2010
NERC and Beyond: Security Issues for IT
March 10, 2010
Convergence & Integration of Utility Legacy Using IP
March 24, 2010
Deploying a Telecom Network for Your AMI Implementation
April 7, 2010
Next Generation Open Standard Digital Mobile Radio
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Limited Sponsorships Available for Upcoming UTC Study
UTC is embarking on a landmark study that will document the range of commercial, public and other communications services that utilities offer. This must-have study, Utility Telecom Services: A Comprehensive Analysis of Communications Services Offered by Utilities will examine the range of communications options that utilities offer to homes, businesses, institutions, governments and other customers. The study will document the voice, video, data, collocation and specialized services that investor-owned, municipal, co-operative and other utilities offer in their service areas. UTC is proud to offer a limited number of sponsorships for this dynamic report. By sponsoring this research, you'll gain invaluable exposure to hundreds of utilities decision-makers and other key leaders. For more information, please contact Cheryl Stratos at cheryl.stratos@utc.org or Cynthia Brumfield at cynthia.brumfield@utc.org.
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Utilities Wireless Collocation Summit 2010
To those who wish to receive the early, discounted rate, please register by February 24, 2010.
Leveraging existing infrastructure is critical in today's economy. Utilities have an existing ultra-reliable network that is in high demand from outside partners. They key lies in how to market this infrastructure and maintain a profitable partnership the benefits all interested parties. The Utilities Wireless Collocation Summit 2010 is the third Annual Conference for the UtiliSite Council. Members of the UtiliSite Council are utilities that offer a wide variety of support services for commercial wireless carriers including antenna sitings, traffic backhaul and construction. The Summit is a great way for attendees to learn to leverage their infrastructure and make this business model work for your utility. It's also a great chance to share best practices on how utilities are working with wireless carriers across the United States. We encourage everyone involved in the collocation business or considering expanding their non-rate revenue to include collocation opportunities to join us at this yearly meeting. Please click here to find out more.
Our renewal process for UtiliSite members is now underway. The new membership year began January 1, 2010, and anyone interested in finding out about the benefits of membership with the UtiliSite Council should visit us online at www.utilisite.org. Here you can view the membership value proposition or find instructions on how to enroll. Please contact Member Services at 202.872.0030 with any questions or for further information.
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UTC Divisions & Committees
At UTC, we value the input and participation of our members. From the Board of Directors to our Regional Chairpersons, our organizational structure makes it easy for employees of member organizations to get involved. UTC's Divisions and Committees provide a forum in which our members can network with their peers on specific issues that interest them. Interested in volunteering? Fill out this form to get involved.
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McGinnis Assumes SNC Chairmanship; Nichols Continues as SNC Vice Chairman
UTC's Smart Network Council (SNC) has new leadership. Doug McGinnis, Principal Network Architect at Exelon became Chairman of the Group after having served as a year as Vice Chairman. Jeff Nichols, Director, Network and Communications Services, Sempra Energy, will continue for another year as Vice Chairman before assuming the Chairmanship next year. The SNC is currently undergoing a structural change and seeks to expand participation by UTC core member companies. If you're interested in become involved in the SNC, please contact Cynthia Brumfield or at 202.833.6828.
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Send a Note to the Chairman
Do you have a comment or an idea that you would like the Chairman of UTC's Board of Directors to read? Jeff Katz of PSEG and Chairman of UTC's Board of Directors wishes to hear your comments. Anything that you would like the Chairman to know about, please contact him at chair@utc.org.
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Consider Joining UTC Today
If you aren't a UTC Member, now is the best time to join as we start 2010. UTC's membership dues are based on your organization's revenues. There are many benefits that go along with becoming a UTC Member. If you are curious to find out what those benefits are, we encourage you to call us or visit www.utc.org. For more information on membership, please contact UTC Member Services at 202.872.0030.
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Are you a Member? Make Sure Your Record is Updated in the UTC Membership Directory
One of the benefits of UTC Membership is access to the UTC Membership Directory www.utc.org/membership/directory . We encourage ALL MEMBERS to log into the UTC Membership Directory and make sure their details are up-to-date. To update your entry, email your contact information to marketing@utc.org.
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Make the Most of Your UTC Membership - Volunteer!
As UTC begins its membership year, we once again make the call for volunteers. Research has shown us that actively involved members get more out of the organization both professionally and personally. The great thing about volunteering with UTC is that you can let your schedule dictate how involved you are in each project. We understand that the economy has forced many members to do more with less, but that's exactly why volunteering in UTC is such a great idea. You can work on issues that will supplement work related projects, which can be a huge benefit to both you and your organization. Contact Karnel Thomas, VP-Member Services, at karnel.thomas@utc.org or 202.833.6816 to find out more.
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Join UTC Canada
UTC Canada is in the process of launching its' membership renewal/recruitment efforts to all Canadian energy and water utilities, as well as their vendor partners. As UTC Canada's membership year started January 1, 2010, all Canadian energy and water utilities are encouraged to join now. There are many regulatory issues that will impact Canadian critical infrastructure in the coming year. Make sure you are a part of the advocacy effort that supports internal telecom and IT interests by joining UTC Canada. For more information, please contact UTC Member Services at 202.872.0030.
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UTC Online Buyer's Guide
If you are looking for a product or service and don't know where to start, we encourage you to click here to check out UTC's online buyer's guide. This listing can be sorted by company name or product type, and it can be a great resource tool to help you find a vendor partner to work with on a project. Plus, the contact listing takes you directly to the utility contact, so once you find the right company you can get in touch with the right person immediately. We encourage energy and water professionals to check it out next time you are in need of any products or services.
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Upcoming Events
| February 2010 |
| 8-9 |
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2010 UTC Region 7 Meeting
Hilton Little Rock
Little Rock, AR |
| 8-10 |
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2010 Utility Telecom Forum (Region 8, 9, 10 Meeting)
Grand Sierra Resort & Casino
Reno, NV |
| March 2010 |
| 3-4 |
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UTC Region 3 Spring 2010 Meeting
Perdido Beach Resort
Orange Beach, AL |
| 17-19 |
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The Utilities Wireless Collocation Summit 2010
The Diplomat Golf Resort & Spa
Hallandale Beach, FL |
| 22-24 |
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UTC Region 6 Annual Meeting
Crowne Plaza Hotel Lenexa - Overland Park
Lenexa, KS |
| April 2010 |
| 7-8 |
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UTC Smart Grid Policy Summit
Washington, DC |
| 14-15 |
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UTC Region 5 2010 Meeting
La Crosse, Wisconsin |
| May 2010 |
| 23-26 |
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UTC TELECOM 2010
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, IN |
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