One day a few months ago, prior to attending the ARMA International Conference, I looked over the sessions being offered. I remember reading about the sessions regarding clouds and cloud computing. Although I had something of an idea of what a cloud is, still I thought, no pun intended, that clouds were simply over my head. But then in his comments during the opening session in San Francisco, ARMA International President Nick De Laurentis’s challenged us all to learn more about the emerging technologies. When Nick speaks, I listen.
The next morning brought a session on cloud computing. I took a deep breath and went to it. Not too long into the session, it became clear that perhaps I knew a bit more about clouds than I thought. Suddenly it was like I had been hit in the face with a book, well, actually Facebook. Yes, I am on Facebook. In fact, I admit to being a Facebook junkie. And yes, I admit that I play several of the games. So as I sat listening to the presentation in San Francisco and the presenter showed us her virtual meeting room and described many of the things that one could do in it, all I could think of was YoVille. Suddenly I realized that not only had I been in a cloud, but my house in YoVille was a series of virtual meeting rooms! Now I know how many things one can do in that environment and that got me to thinking. As the session ended, I turned to Cheryl Dorman, President of our Oregon Chapter and said that I think the Great Northwest Region could really use a virtual meeting room. Think of the possibilities! Chapters could use it to hold virtual chapter meetings, webinars or workshops. Boards and various committees could occasionally use it when getting together is difficult or impossible due to weather or other difficulties. The possibilities are too many to not pursue this.
As you know, the GNW Region currently has a task force that is putting together a program for February that will be webcast to you. Details about the webcast will be available soon on our website if not emailed to you as well. This is a great initial step forward.
With many hotels increasing their prices, it is getting financially harder for chapters to hold monthly meetings, especially dinner meetings. It has also gotten harder for a number of members to get to meetings. Some of our members are just too far from a chapter to able to attend in person. Perhaps it’s time that we occasionally take our chapters out to our members. Webcasts and virtual meetings can be interactive when attended live. They also can be stored and accessed later at one’s convenience. Just imagine that if you couldn’t attend the live presentation, you could still see it later…in your jammies and your bunny slippers! Everyone from Barrow, Alaska to Fairbanks to Boise and Idaho Falls, to southern Oregon and the Palouse can have access to even more education. Chapters can share speakers. Brainstorm the possibilities!
Several people have asked me if webcasts and a virtual meeting room would replace our regular monthly meetings. I certainly hope not! Networking is, in my book, still the greatest benefit of belonging to ARMA. I would hope that chapters or groups of members could still meet to attend a virtual presentation. The network you build, the friendships you make attending meetings, seminars and conferences is invaluable!
As we weather the economic storm, sprinkling in an occasional webcast or meeting in a virtual meeting room may just be the ray of hope many are looking for. My forecast for the Great Northwest Region is sunny days ahead with perhaps a cloud.
Marc
Communications by and for the members of the Greater Seattle Chapter of the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA), International. The chapter's Web site is at http://www.armaseattle.org. Earliest messages are at the bottom; later ones were added above them. Read from the bottom up.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
Great NW Region Message for January
I trust everyone had a joyous holiday season and your celebrations were merry and full of family and friends and memories. In my family we celebrate Christmas and each year brings another tradition that builds memories. A couple of years ago we started making sprinkle cookies in honor of Grandma W (my mother-in-law), sugar cookies with sprinkles were one of the things she really wanted when we visited her during her last Christmas with us. Each year we now make sprinkle cookies for Grandma W and they go on the plate for the cookies for Santa. This year I started a new tradition, in honor of those who are no longer with us, we placed ornaments they gave me (or the kids) in a prominent place on the tree. In 2010 I lost two very dear people to me, my Grandmother who was 95 and a friend I have known for over 37 years (we started pre-kindergarten together many, many years ago!). While unwrapping the ornaments I came across one my Grandmother gave me when I was a baby and one my friend gave me in 1977. We also found ornaments that my mother-in-law gave the kids that last Christmas we were with her. All were placed on the tree and we were able to share the holidays with them, although they are no longer with us physically. These are memories I hope my children will share with their families long into the future.
Memories are key to our well-being. Good memories boost your spirit, give you that little extra something to make it through hard times or just the end of the day. Even bad memories can be good, they remind to not do something that could cause harm. And even sad memories can turn into something good. My mom and I had some great laughs while unwrapping those ornaments about some of the crazier things my friend and I had done when we were young (like trying to dry our shoes on the grill over a campfire and melting the nylon laces together!). Some of my best memories involve family and that includes my ARMA family. Family isn’t just those we are related to, it’s those that touch our lives and leave a meaningful impression on them. Family can include neighbors, friends, your children’s friends (we have one of Rebecca’s friends over so often she seems like a cousin!), even co-workers or ARMA associates can become part of your extended family. There are many individuals in my chapter who have been there through thick and thin, weddings, births, etc. and shared in those events in my life and I have shared in their lives as well. These are memories that I will cherish and I appreciate all those that have taken a part in them. So to everyone I want to say thank you for the memories, for helping my well-being and wishing you a memory filled 2011. And I hope you all will take the time in 2011 to thank those that have become part of your family and wish them a happy and healthy 2011.
Ok, now for GNW Region business! In 2011, the Region will be holding a joint meeting! What does this mean? It means that every chapter in the region will be able to attend a meeting at the same time in their home city! There is a planning committee meeting now to discuss the details for the topic and exactly how the meeting will be distributed to chapter members. We are really looking forward to this opportunity and hope it will serve as a jumping point for many more to come. Please keep an eye out for announcements and plan to attend your chapter meeting for this event.
Jennifer Winkler
GNW Region Coordinator
Memories are key to our well-being. Good memories boost your spirit, give you that little extra something to make it through hard times or just the end of the day. Even bad memories can be good, they remind to not do something that could cause harm. And even sad memories can turn into something good. My mom and I had some great laughs while unwrapping those ornaments about some of the crazier things my friend and I had done when we were young (like trying to dry our shoes on the grill over a campfire and melting the nylon laces together!). Some of my best memories involve family and that includes my ARMA family. Family isn’t just those we are related to, it’s those that touch our lives and leave a meaningful impression on them. Family can include neighbors, friends, your children’s friends (we have one of Rebecca’s friends over so often she seems like a cousin!), even co-workers or ARMA associates can become part of your extended family. There are many individuals in my chapter who have been there through thick and thin, weddings, births, etc. and shared in those events in my life and I have shared in their lives as well. These are memories that I will cherish and I appreciate all those that have taken a part in them. So to everyone I want to say thank you for the memories, for helping my well-being and wishing you a memory filled 2011. And I hope you all will take the time in 2011 to thank those that have become part of your family and wish them a happy and healthy 2011.
Ok, now for GNW Region business! In 2011, the Region will be holding a joint meeting! What does this mean? It means that every chapter in the region will be able to attend a meeting at the same time in their home city! There is a planning committee meeting now to discuss the details for the topic and exactly how the meeting will be distributed to chapter members. We are really looking forward to this opportunity and hope it will serve as a jumping point for many more to come. Please keep an eye out for announcements and plan to attend your chapter meeting for this event.
Jennifer Winkler
GNW Region Coordinator
Thursday, December 16, 2010
SharePoint 2010, Demo and Discussion, January 6
Date: Thursday, January 6th
Date: Thursday, January 6th
Time: Noon – 1pm Lunch Brown Bag
Cost: Free
Location: Seattle City Hall, 600 4th Ave, Sam Smith Room 214
Program: SharePoint 2010, Demo and Discussion
Program Description: Demonstration of SharePoint 2010 and discussion on SharePoint functionality around records management
Speaker:
Sheryl Nolan, has 14 years experience delivering software solutions for supporting businesses of Microsoft; Legal & Corporate Affairs, Customer Support, Corporate Procurement, Corporate Services, Real Estate & Facilities. Passionate about working directly with Business Owners, Customers, End Users and IT partners, Sheryl works with these individuals to understand their successes and challenges in order to effectively identify, prioritize, design and implement appropriately targeted software solutions.
Register: This program is open to all Greater Seattle members and their guests. Please register online at: http://www.armaseattle.org/events.htm#Registration_Form_ by
Tuesday, January 4th. You may also emailing registration@armaseattle.org and include your name, organization, and phone number and number of guests.
Directions: To City Hall on Southbound on I-5: Take the James Street exit #165A and turn right on Columbia or James streets. Northbound on I-5: Take the James Street exit #164A and turn left on James street. For Parking or more detailed directions please see the following Website: http://www.seattle.gov/html/citymap.htm
Monday, November 29, 2010
Munters is now Polygon
Fellow Greater Seattle ARMA member would like to announce.....
Munters MCS Division changes name to POLYGON
1st November 2010
MCS, a global leader in property damage restoration and temporary humidity control services, today announces that the company is changing name to Polygon. The name change will be effective from November 1, 2010.
Stockholm, Sweden – 1st November, 2010 – On 1st October 2010, the MCS division was separated from Munters Group and established as an independent company; one with a strong growth agenda and a dedicated focus on the property damage restoration and THC markets. As part of the separation from Munters the company will change name to Polygon. Polygon is already an established brand for us in the Nordic region.
Michael Berg, CEO of Polygon comments, “Currently we operate under a few different brand names across the world, and with our vision for our company of significant investment and growth in mind, we have taken the opportunity to create a unified new name and distinct global brand for ourselves. In deciding upon the new name, it was important to us that we do not lose the great reputation we have and it is our strong belief that our new name must come directly from what we do, how we do it and how it benefits our people and our customers.”
About Polygon
Polygon, formerly a division within Munters, offers a full range of solutions for the prevention and mitigation of the effects of fire, water and humidity. The company provides 24 hour coverage, delivered by an international network of over 2,000 skilled employees in 15 countries to ensure a rapid, right first time response that mitigates loss and effectively manages cost.
Visit New Polygon Website - http://www.polygongroup.com/
If you have need for our services Jana Musseau can be reached at 253-249-6439 or for an emergency call 800-422-6379(I CAN DRY).
Best Regards,
Jana Musseau
Munters MCS Division changes name to POLYGON
1st November 2010
MCS, a global leader in property damage restoration and temporary humidity control services, today announces that the company is changing name to Polygon. The name change will be effective from November 1, 2010.
Stockholm, Sweden – 1st November, 2010 – On 1st October 2010, the MCS division was separated from Munters Group and established as an independent company; one with a strong growth agenda and a dedicated focus on the property damage restoration and THC markets. As part of the separation from Munters the company will change name to Polygon. Polygon is already an established brand for us in the Nordic region.
Michael Berg, CEO of Polygon comments, “Currently we operate under a few different brand names across the world, and with our vision for our company of significant investment and growth in mind, we have taken the opportunity to create a unified new name and distinct global brand for ourselves. In deciding upon the new name, it was important to us that we do not lose the great reputation we have and it is our strong belief that our new name must come directly from what we do, how we do it and how it benefits our people and our customers.”
About Polygon
Polygon, formerly a division within Munters, offers a full range of solutions for the prevention and mitigation of the effects of fire, water and humidity. The company provides 24 hour coverage, delivered by an international network of over 2,000 skilled employees in 15 countries to ensure a rapid, right first time response that mitigates loss and effectively manages cost.
Visit New Polygon Website - http://www.polygongroup.com/
If you have need for our services Jana Musseau can be reached at 253-249-6439 or for an emergency call 800-422-6379(I CAN DRY).
Best Regards,
Jana Musseau
Monday, November 15, 2010
Region Message for December 2011
As of this writing, I have just returned from San Francisco and the 55th ARMA International Conference and Expo. My shuttle to SeaTac airport picked me up at 4:50 a.m. on Friday the 5th. Good thing I had a chance to snooze on the plane. From the time we landed in San Francisco until we took off heading for home the following Wednesday, it was non-stop. After two days of Region Managers and Coordinators strategic planning meetings, meeting with the ARMA Board of Directors, the Awards Luncheon, Chapter Leadership and the Welcome Party…whew (deep breath), the Conference and Expo started in earnest. Again, there were great sessions, lots to learn on the vendor floor and a great time to be had. And there’s much to do in the evenings! The Canadian Party is always one of my favorites.
This year Jenny and I were thrilled to be joined by 32 members from our region for a region lunch. All of our chapters were well represented just as all of our chapters were well represented at the conference. The estimated overall attendance of the conference was approximately 1500 of which 113 were from our region! Way to go Great Northwest! But the best part of the lunch was honoring our award winners. And we had a lot to celebrate!
First, hats off to all of you who are your chapter’s Member of the Year. We cheered and applauded when your names were up on the big screen. You will be receiving an award from ARMA International soon.
ARMA instituted some new awards this year. Next up was chapter Leaders of the Year. Again we cheered an applauded! You will also be receiving an award from ARMA soon.
Other new awards included Chapter Recruitment Awards. These went to chapters who finished their year with more members than they started the year with. In today’s economy, that’s quite an accomplishment! Congratulations to the Columbia Basin and Greater Anchorage Chapters for achieving this!
The Chapter Participation Award is another new one. While many chapters are scratching their heads wondering how to increase participation, our Greater Seattle Chapter has excelled at it. Good going Seattle!
Then there are the new Special Merit Awards. These awards set certain criteria for chapters to achieve. There are awards at the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. A chapter must accomplish everything on the Bronze level before moving up to Silver and then Gold. No chapters in ARMA have reached the Gold level yet and only 2, yes, only TWO have made it to the Silver Merit Award. Congratulations to the Greater Anchorage Chapter for receiving the Silver Merit Award!
And then it was time for Newsletter-of-the-Year presentations. You’ll remember that last year Boise Valley won in the medium chapter category while Oregon took home the large chapter honors. Could they repeat?? You’d better believe they did!! Congratulations to BVC and Oregon and especially Amity Highly and Jane McGarvin, their newsletter editors! Wow. You really shined!
But the greatest honor of them all came the next day during the opening ceremonies. There is no higher honor in all of ARMA than to be admitted to the Company of Fellows of ARMA International. There are very few individuals ever admitted into that elite company. This year, ARMA admitted number 44. Long overdue, the Company of Fellows has admitted to its ranks a favorite son of the Great Northwest Region. Please join me in congratulating Dave McDermott, CRM, FAI. Well deserved Dave!!
So what more can I say? I had a great time. I learned a lot. I met up with some old friends and made some new ones. And once again, as always, I was very proud to be a part of the greatest region, the Great Northwest Region!
Marc
This year Jenny and I were thrilled to be joined by 32 members from our region for a region lunch. All of our chapters were well represented just as all of our chapters were well represented at the conference. The estimated overall attendance of the conference was approximately 1500 of which 113 were from our region! Way to go Great Northwest! But the best part of the lunch was honoring our award winners. And we had a lot to celebrate!
First, hats off to all of you who are your chapter’s Member of the Year. We cheered and applauded when your names were up on the big screen. You will be receiving an award from ARMA International soon.
ARMA instituted some new awards this year. Next up was chapter Leaders of the Year. Again we cheered an applauded! You will also be receiving an award from ARMA soon.
Other new awards included Chapter Recruitment Awards. These went to chapters who finished their year with more members than they started the year with. In today’s economy, that’s quite an accomplishment! Congratulations to the Columbia Basin and Greater Anchorage Chapters for achieving this!
The Chapter Participation Award is another new one. While many chapters are scratching their heads wondering how to increase participation, our Greater Seattle Chapter has excelled at it. Good going Seattle!
Then there are the new Special Merit Awards. These awards set certain criteria for chapters to achieve. There are awards at the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. A chapter must accomplish everything on the Bronze level before moving up to Silver and then Gold. No chapters in ARMA have reached the Gold level yet and only 2, yes, only TWO have made it to the Silver Merit Award. Congratulations to the Greater Anchorage Chapter for receiving the Silver Merit Award!
And then it was time for Newsletter-of-the-Year presentations. You’ll remember that last year Boise Valley won in the medium chapter category while Oregon took home the large chapter honors. Could they repeat?? You’d better believe they did!! Congratulations to BVC and Oregon and especially Amity Highly and Jane McGarvin, their newsletter editors! Wow. You really shined!
But the greatest honor of them all came the next day during the opening ceremonies. There is no higher honor in all of ARMA than to be admitted to the Company of Fellows of ARMA International. There are very few individuals ever admitted into that elite company. This year, ARMA admitted number 44. Long overdue, the Company of Fellows has admitted to its ranks a favorite son of the Great Northwest Region. Please join me in congratulating Dave McDermott, CRM, FAI. Well deserved Dave!!
So what more can I say? I had a great time. I learned a lot. I met up with some old friends and made some new ones. And once again, as always, I was very proud to be a part of the greatest region, the Great Northwest Region!
Marc
Friday, November 12, 2010
Greater Seattle Awarded: Chapter Participation Award in the Large Chapter Category for 2009-2010
The Greater Seattle Chapter has been awarded the Chapter Participation Award in the Large Chapter Category for 2009-2010.
This is a new award offered at ARMA International Annual Conference, which was held in San Francisco
Greater Seattle Chapter increased attendees at our events and meetings by 26 percent. And we have three new board members!
Great work members of the Greater Seattle Chapter!
Andrea Bettger
Past President
Greater Seattle Chapter
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
ARMA GSC November 4 Program "PageFreezer Web Archiving"
Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA International
Date -
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Time -
Noon to 1 pm (brown bag lunch, there is a cafe at Foster Pepper)
Cost -
Free for ARMA members
$5 for non ARMA members
Location -
Foster Pepper
1111 Third Avenue
Floor 30
Seattle, WA 98101
Program -
PageFreezer Web Archiving
Program Description -
Website & Social Media archiving is a new field in records management. Michael Riedyk, CEO of Green Valley Software, Inc will explain recent legislation, give practical tips, and demonstrate how to comply using its PageFreezer.com website archiving tool. PageFreezer is a web-based service that archives your website daily to comply with Records Management Laws. PageFreezer makes your archives accessible from any computer and enables use as legal evidence in case of a claim. PageFreezer offers some unique features including: Adobe Flash archiving and browsing through a website exactly as it appeared live online on a specified date.
Speaker -
Michael Riedyk is CEO of Green Valley Software, Inc. Prior to Green Valley, Michael was co-founder and Executive Director EMEA of a leading e-Government company in Europe. Green Valley recently launched PageFreezer.com: a Website Archiving Service.
Register -
This program is open to all Greater Seattle members and guests. Please register by November 2, 2010.
Register online: http://www.armaseattle.org/events.htm#Registration_Form_
Register via email:
to registration@armaseattle.org
(include your name, organization, and phone number and number of guests).
Directions -
Foster Pepper is located in main business core of downtown Seattle. Located on Third Ave. between Spring and Seneca. Parking is available in the basement of the building for cost.
AND DON'T FORGET -
NEXUS 10
Bellevue, WA
November 4-5
http://nexusecmsolutionsconference.wordpress.com/
http://www.nexusecm.com/Registration/index.htm
ARMA International Conference
San Francisco, CA
November 7-10th
http://www.arma.org/conference/2010/SanFrancisco.aspx
To unsubscribe, send an email to sanaa@foster.com entitled "GSC UNSUBSCRIBE"
Date -
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Time -
Noon to 1 pm (brown bag lunch, there is a cafe at Foster Pepper)
Cost -
Free for ARMA members
$5 for non ARMA members
Location -
Foster Pepper
1111 Third Avenue
Floor 30
Seattle, WA 98101
Program -
PageFreezer Web Archiving
Program Description -
Website & Social Media archiving is a new field in records management. Michael Riedyk, CEO of Green Valley Software, Inc will explain recent legislation, give practical tips, and demonstrate how to comply using its PageFreezer.com website archiving tool. PageFreezer is a web-based service that archives your website daily to comply with Records Management Laws. PageFreezer makes your archives accessible from any computer and enables use as legal evidence in case of a claim. PageFreezer offers some unique features including: Adobe Flash archiving and browsing through a website exactly as it appeared live online on a specified date.
Speaker -
Michael Riedyk is CEO of Green Valley Software, Inc. Prior to Green Valley, Michael was co-founder and Executive Director EMEA of a leading e-Government company in Europe. Green Valley recently launched PageFreezer.com: a Website Archiving Service.
Register -
This program is open to all Greater Seattle members and guests. Please register by November 2, 2010.
Register online: http://www.armaseattle.org/events.htm#Registration_Form_
Register via email:
to registration@armaseattle.org
(include your name, organization, and phone number and number of guests).
Directions -
Foster Pepper is located in main business core of downtown Seattle. Located on Third Ave. between Spring and Seneca. Parking is available in the basement of the building for cost.
AND DON'T FORGET -
NEXUS 10
Bellevue, WA
November 4-5
http://nexusecmsolutionsconference.wordpress.com/
http://www.nexusecm.com/Registration/index.htm
ARMA International Conference
San Francisco, CA
November 7-10th
http://www.arma.org/conference/2010/SanFrancisco.aspx
To unsubscribe, send an email to sanaa@foster.com entitled "GSC UNSUBSCRIBE"
ARMA Great Nortwest Region Chapter Message for November 2010
Wow, hard to believe it is already November and we are 3 months into the beginning of another ARMA year! I hope everyone had a great summer and enjoyed the more temperate weather this year. I particularly enjoyed the not too hot weather, but yet still warm enough to have lots of picnic dinners outside with the kids and the deer. I know, deer aren’t very exciting, when we visit my father-in-law in the mountains of North Carolina, they are all over the place. But when you live in the middle of suburban Kirkland with two young children, this is a major event! The few appearances it made this summer were a big deal at our house and we have enjoyed seeing how the deer has changed from May to our last sighting about a month ago. It was young and small and is now very large and has beautiful antlers. Of course this lead to a discussion with my oldest child about how things change over time and change can mean growth and new opportunities. For example, the deer grew “pretty” antlers and his height let him to the new opportunity to eat some of the leaves off our crabapple tree. This year brings a change to the GNW Region Team. As you may recall, Marc mentioned at the end of the 2009-2010 year that our former Region Treasurer’s term was coming to an end. I know Marc included words of thanks to Cindy Fredrickson in his final Region message last year, but I wanted to take a few minutes to also thank Cindy for her dedication and hard work on keeping our books on track. She was extremely helpful during the 2010 Region Conference in tracking registration payments and coordinating our PayPal account (I know many attendees appreciated being able to pay on-line!). Many thanks to you Cindy! And with this change, came an opportunity for Marc and I to reach out to our GNW members to fill Cindy’s shoes, and we are happy to announce that Tim Hunt, also with the Oregon Chapter, has agreed to serve as Region Treasurer. Tim has served in many positions in the Oregon Chapter, including a stint as President. Marc and I are looking forward to working with Tim and welcome him to the Region Team!
Fall is also the time that brings the ARMA International Annual Conference. This year the location has changed to the West Coast (anyone remember the last time ARMA was on the West coast……..Vegas doesn’t count!)? From November 7th to 10th San Francisco is about to be invaded by records and information management professionals to explore new opportunities and presentations in records management. I for one am looking forward to the change of flight times from 6 hours to 2! There are lots of great sessions being held at conference, it’s going to be hard to choose which to attend but I never miss an opportunity to see current and former GNW members so I definitely have those sessions circled. As in years past we will be coordinating a GNW no-host luncheon for those attending. If you are going to be in San Fran for the conference, please let either Marc or I know and we’ll keep an eye out for you. We will scout out the area for potential lunch places and make sure to post a note on the event board they usually have near the registration area.
Fall is about change....for many of our Chapters, leadership may have changed. But there is one thing that is constant….the opportunities to learn from new programs and presenters, informative newsletters and resourceful websites! I hope you take the opportunity to embrace any changes you have going on and see how they can be an opportunity for you!
Jennifer
Region Coordinator
Fall is also the time that brings the ARMA International Annual Conference. This year the location has changed to the West Coast (anyone remember the last time ARMA was on the West coast……..Vegas doesn’t count!)? From November 7th to 10th San Francisco is about to be invaded by records and information management professionals to explore new opportunities and presentations in records management. I for one am looking forward to the change of flight times from 6 hours to 2! There are lots of great sessions being held at conference, it’s going to be hard to choose which to attend but I never miss an opportunity to see current and former GNW members so I definitely have those sessions circled. As in years past we will be coordinating a GNW no-host luncheon for those attending. If you are going to be in San Fran for the conference, please let either Marc or I know and we’ll keep an eye out for you. We will scout out the area for potential lunch places and make sure to post a note on the event board they usually have near the registration area.
Fall is about change....for many of our Chapters, leadership may have changed. But there is one thing that is constant….the opportunities to learn from new programs and presenters, informative newsletters and resourceful websites! I hope you take the opportunity to embrace any changes you have going on and see how they can be an opportunity for you!
Jennifer
Region Coordinator
Sunday, October 10, 2010
NEXUS 10 Conference, Bellevue WA, NOV 4-5
NEXUS10 ECM Conference in Bellevue, WA NOV 4-5. ARMA members receive a discount. Our own Andrew J. SanAgustin is presenting (Records Management & E-Discovery). Hope you are able to take advantage of this great opportunity to attend a local conference, right here in our own back yard. See the attached for more information, or contact the Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA for more information.
"World-class speakers, technology experts and peers explore how to light a fire under your information processes through advanced paperless technologies. Discovery how to improve efficiencies, security, compliance and competition through ECM"
Hope to see you there!
"World-class speakers, technology experts and peers explore how to light a fire under your information processes through advanced paperless technologies. Discovery how to improve efficiencies, security, compliance and competition through ECM"
Hope to see you there!
Monday, October 04, 2010
Greater Seattle-North October 20, 3-5 p.m. Munters Inventory of Vital Records & Water Damage Restoration Process
Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Time: 3:00-3:15 registration; 3:15-5:00 Program
Cost: $10 ARMA Members and Students; $15 Non-ARMA Members
Location: Everett Community College, 2000Tower St. Everett, WA Whiteshorse Hall, Room 105
Program: Munters Inventory of Vital Records & Water Damage Restoration Process
Program Description: The sprinkler system in your building goes off. Water is everywhere. Your documents are soaking wet…..what do you do? Jana Musseau from Munters, the leading disaster recover organization, will provide details on how to plan before an emergency and what to expect from the water damage restoration process. She will provide details on types of restoration possibilities and how to protect your valuable media.
Speaker: Jana Musseau, Munters, is a 15 year veteran of the emergency mitigation and fire and water damage restoration industry. She has been trained and certified in water damage restoration through the IICRC, which is the standard setting agency. Jana has worked with many of the leaders in the industry. She has provided training and technical support to fire and water damage restoration companies throughout the US and Canada.
Register: This program is open to all Greater Seattle members and their guests. Please register online at http://www.armaseattle.org/events.htm#Registration_Form_ by Monday, October 18. Or, email register@armaseattle.org and include your name, organization, and phone number and number of guests. We will only be able to accept cash or check for payment. Greater Seattle Chapter can provide invoice, if necessary.
Directions and Parking: For more details on how to get to Everett Community College, please go to: http://www.everettcc.edu/visitors/maps/ You will be provide with a parking permit prior to arrival.
To reach us from I-5 Southbound: Take Exit 198 and follow the highway south into Everett to Tower Street and turn right. Follow Tower Street two blocks and continue left to the main college entrance and campus parking to your right.
To reach us from I-5 Northbound Take Exit 195 and turn left onto E. Marine View Drive. Go one half mile to 16th Street and turn left. Follow 16th Street to Broadway. Turn right onto Broadway and continue to Tower Street and turn left. Follow Tower Street two blocks and continue left to the main college entrance and campus parking to your right
Thursday, September 30, 2010
In Memoriam - HILARY CARMAN
HILARY CARMAN
The Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA, Records Managers in the Profession, family members and friends lost a great person on September 21, 2010. Hilary Carman (formerly the Director of Conflicts Docketing and Records with Lane Powell here in Seattle, WA) passed away early that morning.
She will be missed in our community, and throughout. Out thoughts and prayers are with her and her immediate and extended family.
You are sorely missed Hilary! Our love, and prayers go out to your family!
The Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA, Records Managers in the Profession, family members and friends lost a great person on September 21, 2010. Hilary Carman (formerly the Director of Conflicts Docketing and Records with Lane Powell here in Seattle, WA) passed away early that morning.
She will be missed in our community, and throughout. Out thoughts and prayers are with her and her immediate and extended family.
You are sorely missed Hilary! Our love, and prayers go out to your family!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
October 7 Greater Seattle Program: Building a Relationship between RIM and IT
Greater Seattle October Program
Date: Thursday, October 7, 2010
Time: 8:00-8:30 networking and breakfast; 8:30-9:45 program
Cost: $5 ARMA members; $10 Non-ARMA members
Location: Seattle City Hall, room 217 (600 4th Ave Seattle, WA)
Program: Building a Relationship between RIM and IT
Program Description: PEMCO staff member will speak on building, developing and maintaining a relationship between Records and Information Management and Information Technology.
Speaker: Julie Moceri is a Business Analyst at PEMCO Insurance. In her prior role, she supervised the Records department at PEMCO for about five years. During that time, she worked to implement an ECM suite to replace an ailing microfilming operation. Along the way, Julie worked on getting executive approval to fund a non-discretionary project, negotiations with three potential vendors and ultimately an implementation that went live to end users in less than five months after signing the deal. Julie has an ECMS designation from AIIM (Enterprise Content Management Specialist) as well as OnBase Certified System Administration, Advanced System Administration and Workflow Administrator certifications. She’s been in leadership positions for ten years and currently administers OnBase as well as works on development opportunities to use OnBase in other areas of PEMCO.
Register: This program is open to all Greater Seattle members and their guests. Please register online at: http://www.armaseattle.org/events.htm#Registration_Form_ by
Tuesday, October 5. You may also emailing registration@armaseattle.org and include your name, organization, and phone number and number of guests.
There is member and non-member price!
Directions: To City Hall on Southbound on I-5: Take the James Street exit #165A and turn right on Columbia or James streets. Northbound on I-5: Take the James Street exit #164A and turn left on James street. For Parking or more detailed directions please see the following Website: http://www.seattle.gov/html/citymap.htm
Thursday, September 16, 2010
A Message From the Great Northwest Region
A Message From the Great Northwest Region…
Ask any program chair or anyone who has chosen speakers for a seminar or conference. Trying to find a balance of topics that appeal to members of varying levels of expertise is quite a challenge. Next, factor in our ailing economy. Fewer members are receiving financial support from their employers. For many chapters, attendance at meetings and seminars has been down. The result is less revenue for the chapters to provide programs and seminars. And while the revenues from such events have been down, the cost to put them on has risen. Now add this wrinkle. The Baby Boomer generation is retiring and more and more Generation X and Y people are members and assuming leadership roles in our organization. We Boomers love our monthly meetings. We love the face to face interaction. It is how we networked for years. But the Gen X and Y people grew up in an electronic world. They want things fast, quick, and on demand. Many would opt for a webinar versus a seminar. And their preferred networking is on Facebook versus face to face. Boomers meet, they tweet. There’s nothing wrong with either. We’re just a bit different. So how do we, the chapter and region leaders blend those things together to provide quality education to all of you? And when I say all of you, I mean all of you. We have a number of members in our region who don’t attend monthly meetings because they live too far away to do so. It wasn’t until I visited the Greater Anchorage Chapter last May that I realized that their members in Fairbanks are an 8- hour drive away. The members in Juneau can’t even drive to Anchorage. The only way to travel between the two cities is by boat or by air. And similar situations are repeated in all four states. How do we provide educational opportunities to all of you? This is the very question that we tackled last June when the chapter and region leadership met for our annual GNW Leadership Conference. I am very pleased to tell you that from our discussion, we formed a task force. Their goal is to put on an educational program that will be sent out to as many of the members of the region at the same time as possible. Just imagine our eight or so members in Fairbanks getting together and ordering pizza, the folks in Seattle brown bagging it and our friends in Boise sitting down to a buffet, while we all watch the same program. It is an ambitious undertaking. But it’s one that once successful, could open new avenues to bringing fresh programs and speakers to our members, wherever they are! I am very excited about that.
While we’re on the subject of educational opportunities, I should mention that the 55th Annual ARMA International Conference and Expo is right around the corner. This year it will be just a bit later than usual. If at all possible, I urge you to attend this premiere event. Check out the details at arma.org. I hope to see you all November 7-10 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco!
Another point that we discussed at Leadership last June was how to attract the younger professionals into our organization. How do we reach them? We reach them on their “turf”. The Great Northwest Region is looking into our own page on Facebook. From there we hope to point people to our region website.
Speaking of our website, have you visited it lately? If you haven’t, you should! Our webmaster, Denise Simons, has been very busy working to make the site a more valuable asset for all of us. It’s looking great and some new features are coming soon, so check it out at armagreatnorthwest.org.
The ARMA of the future will certainly look different than the ARMA of the past. We in the Great Northwest Region leadership are doing all we can to meet the needs of all of our members. If you have a new idea or a suggestion on how we can improve on an old one, please let us know!
Very truly yours,
Marc J. Simpson, Manager
Great Northwest Region
ARMA International
Ask any program chair or anyone who has chosen speakers for a seminar or conference. Trying to find a balance of topics that appeal to members of varying levels of expertise is quite a challenge. Next, factor in our ailing economy. Fewer members are receiving financial support from their employers. For many chapters, attendance at meetings and seminars has been down. The result is less revenue for the chapters to provide programs and seminars. And while the revenues from such events have been down, the cost to put them on has risen. Now add this wrinkle. The Baby Boomer generation is retiring and more and more Generation X and Y people are members and assuming leadership roles in our organization. We Boomers love our monthly meetings. We love the face to face interaction. It is how we networked for years. But the Gen X and Y people grew up in an electronic world. They want things fast, quick, and on demand. Many would opt for a webinar versus a seminar. And their preferred networking is on Facebook versus face to face. Boomers meet, they tweet. There’s nothing wrong with either. We’re just a bit different. So how do we, the chapter and region leaders blend those things together to provide quality education to all of you? And when I say all of you, I mean all of you. We have a number of members in our region who don’t attend monthly meetings because they live too far away to do so. It wasn’t until I visited the Greater Anchorage Chapter last May that I realized that their members in Fairbanks are an 8- hour drive away. The members in Juneau can’t even drive to Anchorage. The only way to travel between the two cities is by boat or by air. And similar situations are repeated in all four states. How do we provide educational opportunities to all of you? This is the very question that we tackled last June when the chapter and region leadership met for our annual GNW Leadership Conference. I am very pleased to tell you that from our discussion, we formed a task force. Their goal is to put on an educational program that will be sent out to as many of the members of the region at the same time as possible. Just imagine our eight or so members in Fairbanks getting together and ordering pizza, the folks in Seattle brown bagging it and our friends in Boise sitting down to a buffet, while we all watch the same program. It is an ambitious undertaking. But it’s one that once successful, could open new avenues to bringing fresh programs and speakers to our members, wherever they are! I am very excited about that.
While we’re on the subject of educational opportunities, I should mention that the 55th Annual ARMA International Conference and Expo is right around the corner. This year it will be just a bit later than usual. If at all possible, I urge you to attend this premiere event. Check out the details at arma.org. I hope to see you all November 7-10 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco!
Another point that we discussed at Leadership last June was how to attract the younger professionals into our organization. How do we reach them? We reach them on their “turf”. The Great Northwest Region is looking into our own page on Facebook. From there we hope to point people to our region website.
Speaking of our website, have you visited it lately? If you haven’t, you should! Our webmaster, Denise Simons, has been very busy working to make the site a more valuable asset for all of us. It’s looking great and some new features are coming soon, so check it out at armagreatnorthwest.org.
The ARMA of the future will certainly look different than the ARMA of the past. We in the Great Northwest Region leadership are doing all we can to meet the needs of all of our members. If you have a new idea or a suggestion on how we can improve on an old one, please let us know!
Very truly yours,
Marc J. Simpson, Manager
Great Northwest Region
ARMA International
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Kick Off Meeting - SEP 23rd! (Wine, Food, Fun, Friends!)
Hello Member!
Are you ready for all that the Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA has planned for you? We are starting this year off with a bang! Join us for the Fall Kick-off on Thursday, September 23rd, at Garvey Schubert Barer. Say hello to old friends and get to know other professionals in your field.
Also, this is a great chance to meet your new Board members (some new, some old, some returning), and learn about the exciting educational events, presentations, and opportunities we have planned and available to you as a member!
WHEN - Thursday, September 23, 2010
WHERE - Garvey Schubert Barer - 1191 2nd Ave, 18th Floor, Seattle, WA (on 2nd, between Seneca & Spring)
TIME - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
COST - FREE (to ARMA members)
Come and spend some time with your colleagues and make new friends, with some hor dourves and wine at the host offices of Garvey Schubert Barer. And enjoy the wonderful outdoor patio with the spectacular view of Elliott Bay, in beautiful downtown Seattle.
Register by September 20, 2010:
Online via the link above
Via RSVP reply to sanaa@foster.com
I hope you can make it to this fun and exciting event - this is one not to miss!
Andrew J. SanAgustin
President
Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
FREE Webinar - SharePoint 2010 and Colligo for ECM and Records Management
Check out the FREE SharePoint Webinar - "How Microsoft is Using SharePoint 2010 and Colligo for ECM and Records Management." Our own Nishan DeSilva (ARMA Greater Seattle Chapter member) is presenting as a speaker. I hope you have some time to join in on the experience. Use the link below to register!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Certificate in Electronic Discovery Management
If you are interested in learning more about the Certificate in Electronic Discovery Management course available through the University of Washington - Professional & Continuing Education program. Please take a look to see if you may be interested, or perhaps you could share this with your colleagues.
There will be an information meeting on Wednesday, August 25th, from 6 to 7pm, at Puget Sound Plaza, 4th and Union.
I'm happy to help answer any questions.
Thank you for your time.
Andrew J. SanAgustin
Records and Conflicts Manager
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Certificate in Electronic Discovery Management
You, or someone you know, may be interested in learning more about the Certificate in Electronic Discovery Management course available through the University of Washington - Professional & Continuing Education program. Please take a look to see if you may be interested, or perhaps you could share this with your colleagues.
There will be an information meeting on Wednesday, August 25th, from 6 to 7pm, at Puget Sound Plaza, 4th and Union.
I'm happy to help answer any questions.
Thank you for your time.
There will be an information meeting on Wednesday, August 25th, from 6 to 7pm, at Puget Sound Plaza, 4th and Union.
I'm happy to help answer any questions.
Thank you for your time.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Nexus 10 Conference
Interested in attending the Nexus 10 conference (sponsored by ImageSource) in Bellevue, WA - November 4 - 5?
ARMA Members get a special discount - take a look...
ARMA Members get a special discount - take a look...
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/225112/1a95fdbddd/260000159/654ee15fa4/
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
IPads saving cities paper costs
Here is an article about the IPad saving cities paper costs, but at the cost of public disclosure laws.
For the full article go to: http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2010-08-09-ipad-government_N.htm
Andrea Bettger
Thursday, July 29, 2010
ARMA Series Webinar - Law Firm Records Management
Andrew J. SanAgustin (President, Greater Seattle Chapter of ARMA) will be hosting an ARMA Series webinar entitled, "Law Firm Records Management". Discussion topic will include E-Mail, Litigation Support, and Legal Hold. Register now at arma.org for this opportunity - but hurry! Registration closes on Friday, 07-31-2010. The presentation will run 08-02-2010 thru 08-10-2010.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
On YouTube: Using Records Management at the University of Washington
I hope you will take a few minutes to view the University of Washington Using Records Management video. You may recognize a few of the staring people. Check out the video at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVTJOElEgx8
Posted by Andrea Bettger
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010
Time: 11:30am to 1:30pm
Cost: FREE (attendees will be asked to bring sides)
Location: Steel Lake Park, Site 2 , 2410 S. 312th St., Federal Way, WA 98003
Location: Steel Lake Park, Site 2 , 2410 S. 312th St., Federal Way, WA 98003
Program: TRI-CHAPTER PICNIC
Program Description:
Puget Sound, Bellevue Eastside, and Greater Seattle Chapters of ARMA want to welcome members and their families to the ARMA Tri-Chapter Picnic at Steel Lake Park! Come enjoy fun and food with old friends, and get to meet new colleagues.
Register:
RSVP to pugetsoundarma@yahoo.com by August 5th, 2010, with your name, number in your party, and which chapter you are affiliated.
RSVP to pugetsoundarma@yahoo.com by August 5th, 2010, with your name, number in your party, and which chapter you are affiliated.
Directions:
From I-5 take the S. 320th Street Exit (Exit 143), proceed West bound on S. 320th Street for approx. 1/2 mile to Pacific Hwy S., Turn right (north) onto Pacific Hwy S., proceed north bound to S. 312th Street. Turn right onto S. 312th St, proceed east bound for approx. 1/2 mile, Steel Lake Park is on the left.
Note:
From I-5 take the S. 320th Street Exit (Exit 143), proceed West bound on S. 320th Street for approx. 1/2 mile to Pacific Hwy S., Turn right (north) onto Pacific Hwy S., proceed north bound to S. 312th Street. Turn right onto S. 312th St, proceed east bound for approx. 1/2 mile, Steel Lake Park is on the left.
Note:
You received this email because you are an ARMA International member or have expressed interest in ARMA, International. If you would like to unsubscribe from this list, please contact the Greater Seattle Chapter at mailto:president@armaseattle.org.
Thursday, July 08, 2010
AIIM NW Summer Evening Cruise on Lake Washington
AIIM NW Summer Evening Cruise on Lake Washington
Wednesday, August 11
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Boarding Time: 6:30 pm
Leaving the Dock: 7:00 pm
Join our annual AIIM Northwest Chapter dinner cruise on a summer evening on Lake Washington. Our boat, the Champagne Lady, will be leaving from the Argosy Cruise dock at 7:00 pm for a relaxing cruise including dinner and sightseeing along the shores of Lake Union, the Ship Canal, and Lake Washington. Enjoy a spectacular sunset of our long summer days with views of Seattle's skyline, the Cascades, and the Olympic Range.
Location: AGC Marina on South Lake Union
Argosy Cruise AGC E Dock
1200 Westlake Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109
Register On-line:
www.aiim.org/Chapters/Northwest
or Contact: Nicole Smith
Phone 425-5031428
Email nicolesmith@hillintl.com
AIIM Members $20
Non-Members $25
Includes DINNER on board the ship.
View event flyer for full details
This event is proudly sponsored by:
ImageSource
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Chapter of the Year Award Applied
Hello,
I am handing the reigns of the chapter over to Andrew J. SanAgustin. Today as my last duty of Greater Seattle Chapter President, I sent the Chapter of the Year Application into ARMA International. I will post it on the Web site soon for all chapter members to review our great year!
Andrea Bettger
Greater Seattle Chapter President
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