Wireless: Beyond the Hype

Marriott at Metro Center, 775 12th Street, NW
Washington, DC
July 23, 2001

The technologies for supporting enterprise mobile computing environments are here, and we are now seeing successful early government implementations. The convergence of wireless, the Internet and agency networks has the potential of transforming the way government functions and communicates internally and with the public.

An effective mobile strategy requires an enterprise approach that considers workforce dynamics, integrating technologies and operating systems, technology life cycles, and managing and controlling security. The decisions that you make and implement today will have far-reaching implications for your organization.

This practical program takes a realistic look at the state of wireless technology, how wireless is being deployed successfully, and what is in the commercial pipeline. Learn key technology, security and cultural issues to anticipate. Hear from the early government adopters about their goals, successes and lessons learned.

AGENDA
Moderator of the Day – Jeff Erlichman, Associate Publisher, Government Computer News
8:20	Welcome
8:30	What Is the Hype? What Are Our Applications Options?
		T. Andrew Finn, Associate Director, Center for Media Research and Telecommunications, George Mason University
9:15	Critical Functions Where Wireless Is Making the Difference
		Emergency Response – DOI National Interagency Fire Center – Chris Lewis, Telecommunications Specialist, Office of the CIO, Dept. of the Interior
		Mobile Workforce – Wilbert Berrios, Corporate Information Director, Army Corps of Engineers
		PBX's – Bud Bright, GSA (Invited)
		Wireless Portal – John Hooder, Information Technology Implementation Branch DISA (Invited)
10:15	Break
10:30	Laying the Groundwork for a Successful Mobile E-Strategy
		Setting Agency Goals and Objectives
		Integrating Commercial Services with Agency IT Architectures
11:30	Planning for Mobile and Wireless Access: How Industry Views the Challenges and Solutions Before Agencies
		Moderator – Tom Temin Government Computer News
12:15	Buffet Luncheon and Visit Exhibits
1:30	Planning for Security and Priority Cellular Access
		Richard Hale, Chief Engineering Executive, Information Assurance, DISA (Invited)
2:30	Break
2:45	Meeting Section 508 Requirements
3:15	Industry "Best Practices" Case Study
		USPS (Invited)
4:00	Adjourn