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The 4th annual GovTech conference in Singapore is a meeting for leading Government CIOs, Heads and Directors of ICT, attended by the region’s most active government agencies looking to develop and deploy their long term e-government strategies. GovTech will give you a front seat to the latest technologies and solutions for government and look in-depth into emerging technologies such as social media, web 2.0, mobile governance, open source software. for more, visit here.

Hong Kong, one of the world's leading international financial and trade centres, will play host to the inaugural Data Centre Green Tech Conference & Expo and the fifth Data Centre Strategics Conference & Expo. The Pacific & Strategic Holdings Group, a Singapore based company, will manage and coordinate this jam-packed two day event at the Conrad on Queensway on the 16th October 2009. For more, visit here.

Recession brings budget cuts, unpredictability and rapid changes in business direction. The solution mixes tactics and strategy. In tough times, IT leaders need flexibility and radical thinking to question assumptions and deliver solutions which do not impede the enterprise when conditions improve. Through the 2nd Annual CIO Executive Summit 2009 hosted by MIG, you will share some valuable insights and best practices in managing IT in a downturn economy. Detail>>

The Forum serves dual objectives - in light of the global economic challenges, where are the viable markets for the IT industry in Hong Kong, and what are the relevant value propositions where IT would effectively enhance the productivity and competitive advantages of business organizations, in particular the SMEs? Discussions will focus on the realizable values of IT, the challenges in growing the Hong Kong-based IT industry while fulfilling the expectations of businesses, and the role of Government in facilitating the sustainability of the IT industry in Hong Kong.

Service providers as well as user management will present their perspectives on the challenges and benefits of IT in this period of economic uncertainty. All are welcome to attend this informative Forum. For more details, please visit here.

The Information Security Summit 2009 with the theme "The Future of Security - The Strategy of Now" will be held on 6 May 2009. Through the event, you will share some valuable insights on moving security from a yesterday mind-set as a cost-center, to a business issue that drives business value. IT executives must do more than simply respond to the acceleration of security threats learning instead how security innovation, when aligned with business strategy, creates real business value. Detail>>

The 10^th Info-Security Conference 2009 (May 21, 2009)
Recession, record malware growth and possible lowering of the guard point to a perfect storm in information security. The message is clear: Maintain security vigilance especially in turbulent times. The recent high profile cases at Hong Kong Police and UBS bank show that critical data leaks and information security lapses are still occurring despite a slew of security technologies being available. It is times like these that companies face the greatest risks.

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The Information Security Summit 2008 with the theme “Securing Information an Increasing Mobile Collaboration Environment" will be held on 19 November 2008. The Summit is a Regional Event organized by major information security organizations in Hong Kong with the aim to give information security professionals practical insights into the latest development and trends of information security. Detail>>

The Trade and Industry Department is now inviting SME entrepreneurs to join the 2008/10 Mentorship Programme, which is run by its Support and Consultation Centre for SMEs (SUCCESS) with 61 leading industrial and trade organisations, professional and academic bodies. The Programme aims to provide an opportunity for SME entrepreneurs who are at their early stage of business to learn from and be guided by accomplished entrepreneurs, senior executives and professionals through one-on-one free counselling. Application deadline is 28 November 2008. For details of the programme, and downloading of application form, please visit SUCCESS website.

Relief.Asia is an online platform which was developed in the wake of the Myanmar Cyclone and Sichuan Earthquake Disaster that tore through the region in May, 2008. The website was deployed as a tool and platform to drive awareness and community contribution towards the rebuilding of nature-savaged regions such as Myanmar (also known as Burma) and Sichuan, through the application of Information Technology. Detail>>

Under the Digital 21 Strategy for IT Development, the Government has established an open and common Chinese language interface (CCLI) for the HKSAR to facilitate more effective electronic communication using Chinese by the public. A pivotal element of the CCLI is the adoption of the ISO 10646 standard and the Hong Kong Supplementary Character Set (HKSCS). A CCLI Thematic Website has been implemented on the advice of the Chinese Language Interface Advisory Committee (CLIAC) to promote the wider adoption of the CCLI in the community. For more, please visit http://www.ccli.gov.hk

Under the Digital 21 Strategy for IT Development, the Government has established an open and common Chinese language interface (CCLI) for the HKSAR to facilitate more effective electronic communication using Chinese by the public. A pivotal element of the CCLI is the adoption of the ISO 10646 standard and the Hong Kong Supplementary Character Set (HKSCS). A CCLI Thematic Website has been implemented on the advice of the Chinese Language Interface Advisory Committee (CLIAC) to promote the wider adoption of the CCLI in the community. For more, please visit http://www.ccli.gov.hk

Winners of the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2007: Best Lifestyle Awards were announced at a Prize Presentation Ceremony held 21 Jan 2008 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. A total of 12 Award top winners were selected. The Grand Award winner, Playmotion Limited was presented a trophy by The Hon. John C. Tsang, JP, Financial Secretary of HKSAR at the Gala Dinner. Detail>>

Established in May 2007, the Hong Kong Institute for IT Professional Certification (HKITPC) pioneers the first IT professional credentialing scheme in HK developed with the synergy and recognition of IT professionals, academics and employers. Its leadership namely the Board of Governance and the Certification Board, consists of representatives from the professional and trade associations, academia and business organizations. The institute strives to maintain and promote the profession’s expertise, to inspire IT professional personal professional development and ultimately to foster the HK IT industry’s development and competitiveness.

The credentialing schemes on Certified Professional IT (Project Director), Certified Professional IT (Systems Architect) and Certified Professional IT (Quality Assurance Manager) are open for application now! For Eligibility & Competency Requirements, please visit the HKITPC official website at http://www.hkitpc.org.

The Beijing Municipal Government in conjunction with Hong Kong Trade Development Council and HK trade associations are organising the 11th Beijing-Hong Kong Economic Cooperation Symposium in Beijing on 5-6 November, 2007. For interested parties, please return the form by 12 October 2007.. Detai l>>

This technical workshop aims at transferring the skills to Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) on how to connect to the DTTN and develop its compatible solutions. DTTN (Digital Trade and Transportation Network) is a HKSAR Government endorsed, open and secure e-platform for trade document exchange in the trading, logistics and finance industry to reduce costs and improve efficiency. You are invited to enhance your software solution for your target customers in their daily operations by developing your own DTTN-compatible solutions. If your solution is certified DTTN-compatible, you may be invited to demonstrate your solution through upcoming selected DTTN workshops and seminars. Detai l>>

Mobile Film Production Workshop in 4/F Exhibition Hall of HKPC on 17 Oct (18:30 to 21:10 )

Mobile Film Production Workshop will be conducted on the techniques and tips required for producing video for the mobile phone to educate participants from local institutions and other interested parties who are interested in participating in the Mobile Film Production Contest. Local and overseas directors and experts will be invited to share their experiences. There will also be onsite demonstration of equipment and mobile films. Detail>>

International Standards on I.T. falls into ISO/IEC JTC1 (International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission Joint Technical Committee 1) which presently has 17 SCs (Sub-Committees) with various WGs (Working Groups)….[more]