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CONFERENCE INFORMATION
The 407th SCMS is pleased to announce this Communications PIWG and Technical Symposium to be held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. on 11 - 13 May 2010. The primary purpose of this event is to create a forum that brings the DoD users and maintainer community of both ground and airborne military communication systems together for information updates and the sharing of field experiences.
 
• Event Classification (Govt ONLY Mtg)
THIS EVENT WILL BE UNCLASSIFIED
  
• Attendees
US Air Force, US Army, US Marines the Guards and other support groups are invited to discuss problems, and share ideas, solutions and experiences. A List of DOD Attendees is displayed on the website for your convenience. Registered DoD active and civilian military personnel are invited to submit questions using the Ask a Question link on the DoD Attendees menu.
 
• DoD Registration
Registration and Attendance to this event is primarily intended for all active and civilian military personnel involved with or have interaction with the DoD communication community and all supporting systems. Conference ID/Name tags will be created for all registrants and will be available for pick-up on opening morning. Conference ID tags are required for attending all conference meetings. DoD registration to the event is FREE and is accomplished through this website. Military groups wishing to be an exhibitor must also register through the Exhibitor Registration Page. Contact the Event Coordinator for special military discounts.
 
• Speakers
A select group of speakers will present program overviews, updates and goals. Hear from Group, Squadron, and Flight leaders. Briefing materials will be included in a CD Handout provided to all registered attendees on opening morning. Speakers Note: Presentation materials must be received by the 407 SCMS no later than 14 April 2010.
 
• Breakout Sessions
Breakout sessions will be conducted to provide an opportunity for users, maintainers and program personnel of specific systems to address a variety of program and technical issues. Additional meeting rooms will be made available (on a space available basis) to schedule breakout sessions as necessary. See the Event Coordinator at the Host table to schedule your room.
 
• Conference Agenda
The Conference Agenda identifies and displays times for all Ground and Airborne sessions that occur during the PIWG event. The agenda may display preliminary information but will undergo refinement through the month of April. Updates will occur until complete at which time the title will change from Preliminary to Final.
 
• Exhibitors
Industry Suppliers/ Vendors of communication systems and equipment will display the newest in communication gear, or engineering , test and repair capabilities. DoD personnel are encouraged to visit each of these businesses to discuss needs, problems and view their exciting products. An outdoor exhibit area is provided for businesses wanting to show-off their new and impressive larger equipment. Get a sample of the companies capabilities when they are given an opportunity to present a brief summary of their products and services on opening day of the event.
 
• Accommodations and Directions
A continental breakfast, afternoon snacks and beverages are provided each day. A snack bar located in the exhibit hall will be available to purchase a variety of lunch items and drinks. The website provides links to local hotels, directions to the conference and area information. Hotels offering special event rates are promoted on the website. Free Wireless Internet is provided.