Presentation Overview There is lots of talk about Cloud Computing from a technical perspective, but little talk about the impact on Businesses and specifically Business Analysts and their roles. What do Business Analysts need to know about Cloud Computing? How does it impact them in their day to day work and future planning? This presentation is a brief overview of Cloud Computing and specifically what the Business Analyst needs to know that can impact their decision making. Speaker’s Biography Gary E Smith - Gary has several years’ experience as both a Senior Product Manager in Commercial Software Development and as a Senior Business Analyst in Information Technology. He is currently employed by Solvera as a Senior Business Analyst. His interest in Cloud Computing started a number of years ago when Service-Oriented Architecture led him on a path to Cloud Computing. He presently runs the web site http://www.opineIT.com, and http://www.thecloudnetwork.net and Linkedin Group: Cloud Architect Network and the Twitter Account @TheCloudNetwork with over 22K followers. Cost IIBA® Members $25 Non-Members $35 Please pay by Cheque or Cash at the door. Groups of 2 or more can be invoiced. RSVP Please secure your attendance by RSVP before Friday, January 17, 2014

1. Gold Level
Sponsors
Presents
Cloud Computing – Getting Back To Business
Thursday, January 23rd, 2014 at Travelodge Regina (Burlington/Berkeley Conference Room),
4177 Albert Street, Regina, SK.
Presentation Overview
There is lots of talk about Cloud Computing from a technical perspective, but little talk
about the impact on Businesses and specifically Business Analysts and their roles. What
do Business Analysts need to know about Cloud Computing? How does it impact them in
their day to day work and future planning?
This presentation is a brief overview of Cloud Computing and specifically what the
Business Analyst needs to know that can impact their decision making.
Speaker’s Biography
Gary E Smith - Gary has several years’ experience as both a Senior Product Manager in
Commercial Software Development and as a Senior Business Analyst in Information
Technology. He is currently employed by Solvera as a Senior Business Analyst.
His interest in Cloud Computing started a number of years ago when Service-Oriented
Architecture led him on a path to Cloud Computing. He presently runs the web site
http://www.opineIT.com, and http://www.thecloudnetwork.net and Linkedin Group:
Cloud Architect Network and the Twitter Account @TheCloudNetwork with over 22K
followers.
Agenda
Menu
Fresh Romaine Leaves
with Caesar Dressing,
Croutons and
Parmesan Cheese Shavings
Mixed Market Greens with
Vinaigrettes
Mandarin Spinach Salad
Tri-Colored Pasta Salad
Dijon Potato Salad
Crisp Vegetable Display
with Dill Dip
Pickle and Olive Platter
Roast Baron of Beef with
Rosemary and Garlic
Roasted Chicken Pieces
Baby Red Roasted
Potatoes
Fresh Medley of Seasonal
Vegetables
Chef's Dessert Table
featuring a Variety of
Cakes, Pies, Parfaits,
Squares and Fresh Fruit
Salad
5:00 to 5:30 p.m.
5:30 to 5:45 p.m.
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Registration
Welcome
Supper
Presentation
Wrap Up & Networking
Cost
IIBA® Members $25
Non-Members $35
Please pay by Cheque or Cash at the door. Groups of 2 or more can be invoiced.
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