ARMA 2007

DEMAND IS HIGH FOR NEW SKILLS, INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY, &amp; COLLABORATION. ARE YOU READY ?

In today's competitive marketplace, being good isn't enough. You have to be better.

Organizations are being bombarded with new and changing regulations, escalating litigation costs associated with e-discovery, threats to their data's security and clients' privacy, and the challenge of training employees enterprise-wide. These are the realities of records and information management.

If you're ready to take your organization - your career - to the next level, then you're ready for ARMA International's 52nd Annual Conference and Expo.

Baltimore's beautiful inner harbor will be the backdrop for ARMA '07, Oct. 7-10. Join your colleagues from around the world in finding new or better ways to manage your organization's records and information.

This Year's Event Will

* Focus on the practical application of technologies, strategies, and techniques

* Explore collaboration and the leadership needed to improve your organization from within

* Deliver solutions by providing applicable take-aways, tools, and job aids

* Address the issues of risk management for your most valuable asset - information

Visionaries and experts in the legal, RIM, and IT fields will discuss what works and how to make best practices part of your organization's information management foundation.

Attendees at all experience levels will have the opportunity to learn from industry innovators in approximately 80 sessions on such timely topics as

* The challenges of managing e-mail and other collaborative technologies

* Litigation readiness

* Developing and implementing a data security policy and program

* RIM in the organizational audit process

* Change management

* The "big bucket" theory for records retention

* Best practices for complying with the new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Expo Showcases Solutions

In addition to the unequaled educational opportunities, ARMA 2007 includes one of the industy's biggest and best expos. Invite your compliance team and get the most from the ARMA 2007 Expo, October 7-9. It offers the widest variety of exhibitors for information management products and services. More than 200 of the industry's leading vendors will be available to demonstrate the latest RIM products and services and answer your questions. The Expo also offers popular education sessions for effectively managing information - your legal/ compliance, IT, and RIM colleagues will thank you for the recommendation!

Who Should Attend ARMA '07?

* Records and information management professionals

* General and inside counsels

* Legal administrators

* Consultants

* Government employees

* CIOs and IT managers

Why You Should Attend

If you're looking for real solutions, best practices, and technology tools for managing records and information, ARMA '07 offers more selection and more solutions than any other event.

If you're part of a corporate compliance team, your teammates will want to attend as well. After all, good records and information management requires a cooperative effort among the key players: RIM, IT, legal, and compliance.

You'll have the opportunity to talk with thousands of your colleagues from around the world. Plus, you'll choose from more than 80 educational events on key topics such as:

* Compliance

* E-discovery

* Privacy issues

* Information security

* Enterprise content management

* Collaborative technologies

* Records retention

* Global records management issues

* Contingency planning

* Professional development

Hear from the Experts

Get the latest and best records and information management expertise from more than 100 of the top experts in records and information managementrelated policies and practices, legal, compliance, and technology, who will be presenting at the ARMA International conference.

Don't miss the featured keynote speakers, former U.S. Congressman Michael Oxley and Annette Simmons, author and president of Group Process Consulting, or our special guest, Archivist of the United States Dr. Alien Weinstein.

Monday, October 8

Sarbanes-Oxley - What's Next?

Michael Oxley

When Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) in 2002, it literally changed the way the world does business. Intended to deter reruns of Enron, Tyco, WorldCom, and the like, SOX focused a bright spotlight on how companies manage their audit records, which, in turn, has had a monumental impact on the records and information management (RIM) profession and industry.

In his keynote address, former Ohio Congressman Michael Oxley, who coauthored the groundbreaking legislation, will address how RIM is key to good governance. Oxley, who is now NASDAQ's non-executive vice chairman, also will examine the intended and realized effects of SOX and what to expect in the near future, including the ramifications of proposals for "common sense changes" to SOX that are expected this summer.

Wednesday, October 10

Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins

Annette Simmons

The best ideas in the world can't change anything without good implementation. People have a "story" about why they do things the way they've always done them. It feels right to them. Make your idea - whatever that might be - sound even better by telling a different, more compelling story that embodies new actions with future emotional payoffs. Annette Simmons, president of Group Process Consulting and author of Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins and several other books, will help you learn to identify current stories that pull you to the past - and keep you doing things the same old way, replace discrediting stories about new changes, and frame new goals and methods within a compelling future story.

Pre-conference Seminars

Make plans to come early - October 5 &amp; 6 - to attend one or more of the six outstanding pre-conference seminars. They are offered as one- and two-day programs, all taught by records and information management professionals, university professors, and industry experts. Earn CRM credits for attending. Additional registration and fees are required, and seating is limited.

Fundamentals

Friday and Saturday, October 5-6

Records and Information Management: The Fundamentals 1

Mark Langemo, Ed.D., CRM, FAI, facilitates this comprehensive, in-depth, two-day workshop to help those new to the records and information management (RIM) profession get up-to-speed in no time! Induded will be tried-and-proven, practical approaches for developing and strengthening organization-wide records management programs. Attendees will learn about managing electronic records and suggested strategies for "going electronic" in their organizations, as well as how to manage paper records, film-based records, and records on all media successfully. Additionally, this seminar will focus on how to develop and implement legally valid records retention programs, achieve compliance within programs, develop state-of-the-art filing systems, manage inactive and vital electronic and paper records, and successfully implement digital imaging and film-based imaging.

Legal

Friday and Saturday, October 5-6

Ethics Application in the Legal Environment 2

William Freivogel, Esq., and David Steward, CRM, facilitate this seminar, which partners legal and records experts to provide a 360-degree view of conflicts and records management, primarily in a law firm environment. The lawyers define the rules of practice, why lawyers must follow them, and how they provide the ethical basis for the conflicts and records management programs. Following each ethical topic, the records and conflicts practitioners provide examples of how their firms have implemented processes that meet these rules.

Collaboration

Friday, October 5

Collaboration for the New, Information-Centric Enterprise 3

Facilitated by Michael Peterson. Collaboration among RIM, IT, legal, compliance, and information security professionals is crucial, especially given the new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. If you're concerned about being legally compliant and able to offer a sound legal defense when necessary, collaboration and cooperation are paramount. Learn how RIM, IT, and legal can work together to make electronic discovery faster and less expensive, how to develop information classification schemes that help day-to-day business processes (as well as e-discovery), and how RIM professionals can be catalysts for change. This workshop is co-facilitated by ARMA International and the Storage Networking Industry Association.

Computer Skills

Saturday, October 6

Computer Skills for Records Managers: The Missing Link 2

John Phillips, CRM, CDIA, FAI, presents this high-level introduction to electronic records management. Covering such timely topics as the proliferation of digital-only documents (e.g., voice mail, e-mail, and instant messages), an overview of information systems architecture, desktop hardware and software, PC components, and network architectures, this information-packed day provides a solid grounding in electronic records. The seminar will also cover the nuts and bolts of e-mail systems, e-mail archiving, electronic content management, imaging software, enterprise resource planning systems, metadata and its importance, electronic records management (ERM), and how ERM systems planning is affected by software considerations.

Electronic Records Management

Saturday, October 6

Electronic Records Management 3

Facilitated by Doug Magnuson. The 2007 Electronic Records Management (ERM) pre-conference will provide RIM and IT stakeholders with valuable insight and tools for managing electronic records and business content. This year's seminar will focus on how enterprise content management and services-oriented architecture play strategic roles in ERM technology implementations, in tandem with simplified user experiences for policy adoption and automation. The program includes best practices guidance and case studies of thriving ERM implementations, and it also focuses on practical advice to help RIM and IT better understand the strengths and subject-matter expertise that each brings to the collaborative ERM process.

Disaster Recovery

Saturday, October 6

Records Emergencies and Disasters Happen: Prepare to Survive 3

Organizations are constantly at risk of emergencies, threats, and disasters that disrupt business, interrupt service, and increase legal exposure. Barbara Rike, CRM, will teach you how to define disasters and emergendes, identify and protect vital records, conduct a risk assessment, and create records disaster, recovery, and resumption plans. Using real-life examples and experiences with emphasis on lessons learned, you will receive take-home processes, guides, tools, and tips. This workshop includes interactive participation and hands-on exercises. A strong focus of this session will be electronic emergencies, challenges, and current best practices.

KEY: 1: For entry-level RIM practitioner 2: For RIM practitioner with prior RIM knowledge, skill sets, and experience 3: For seasoned RIM practitioner with extensive knowledge of designing, creating, implementing, and managing a RIM program 4: For executive-level RIM practitioner who partners with executive management and gives enterprise direction to RIM program

Of Special Interest

Each year, the ARMA International Conference delivers the most up-to-date information on managing information. Be sure to make time for these special sessions:

International Day

Saturday, October 6,2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Renaissance Harborplace Hotel

Join your colleagues from around the world at this year's international forum, sponsored by the International Relations Committee in conjunction with the ICA-SAE Steering Committee. This special day will focus on education about meeting the challenge of managing records and archives in the new digital global arena. Created especially for international attendees, the program will feature an opening session followed by a roundtable discussion of global issues. Afterward, discuss RIM issues worldwide at the networking reception.

ICRM Conference Activities

Sunday, October 7

The Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM) invites all interested parties to participate in the following meetings and activities. All events will be held at the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel.

ICRM Graders Forum, 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Are you interested in grading Part VI exams, or do you have questions about how this critical process takes place? Are you a current grader? Join Jam's Wilson, CRM, in a discussion about the challenges of and opportunities for contributing as a grader.

Professional Certification in Records Management, 3:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Steve Whitaker will introduce the ICRM and the examination process.

ICRM Ask the Board Session, 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Members of the ICRM Board of Regents will be available to respond to your questions on examination development, testing, administration, certification maintenance, and more.

ICRM Business Meeting and Reception, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

ICRM will conduct its annual business meeting, followed by a reception.

Other ICRM activities:

* Visit the ICRM Information Booth in the registration area and greet your colleagues and friends, long-time and new.

* The ICRM will sponsor two "CRM Examination Prep Sessions" designed to help candidates prepare to take the examinations. Please refer to the conference website for details on the following sessions:

* Preparing for the CRM Examination: Parts I-V

* Preparing for the CRM Examination: Part VI

Poster Sessions

Monday, October 8,1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Poster sessions are an innovative way for facilitators to communicate more intimately with conference attendees, providing a quick way to learn about a project, case-study, or new research. Less formal than traditional breakout sessions, poster sessions facilitate a relaxed dialogue between presenter and attendee that can be tailored to the specific interest of the attendee. see the Monday conference agenda grid for session descriptions.

Mini-Sedona Conference Panel Discussion

Tuesday, October 9,8:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

This session will be an interactive dialogue with some of the leading minds in the legal and records management fields about the impact of electronic records on the discovery process. Participants will be asked to review the latest release of The Sedona Guidelines in advance of the session and to be prepared to engage in open dialogue with other participants and the session faculty.

NOTE: Seating is limited to 70 attendees and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Federal Government Day

ERM, ERA, and ARCIS: From Vision to Reality

Tuesday, October 9

9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

As our government's recordkeepers, federal records managers and the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) are charged with ensuring all records, including electronic records, are managed efficiently and effectively. The Fed Day 2007 program will focus on electronic records management and emphasize major NARA electronic systems - the Electronic Records Archives (ERA) and the Archives and Records Centers Information System (ARCIS) - that will be operational in 2007-08.

Key topics of discussion will include:

* E-Government and Electronic Records Management Guidance

* Electronic Records Archives Program

* Federal Records Center Program

* Implementation of the FEA Records Management Profile

Technology Spotlight Session

Featuring top executives from CA, IBM, Iron Mountain, and Microsoft

Ballroom, Baltimore Convention Center

Tuesday, October 9,3:30 p.m. -4:45 p.m.

Electronic records can make your life easier or a virtual nightmare - it all depends on how you manage them. Attend this spirited session facilitated by a senior analyst from IDC, and hear industry experts discuss the current records and information management landscape, strategies for surviving and thriving, and tools that can make it easier and less costly. Learn about different approaches to federated versus centralized records and how to choose the best solution for your organization. The focus will be on trends and solutions as opposed to product features, making this a must for anyone involved in managing electronic records and information.

Meet Your Peers

The ARMA Conference and Expo isn't just the best place to go for professional education, it's also the best place to network with peers from around the world.

Region Networking Receptions - Connect with Peers from Your Local Area!

Saturday, October 6

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Joining conference attendees from your local area at the Region Networking Receptions is a great opportunity to meet other RIM professionals. There will be separate receptions by ARMA region, so be sure and stop by. This will include first-time conference attendees and those who have attended in the past. You're guaranteed to walk away more comfortable and ready to get the most from the conference and expo. Plus, you will make many new acquaintances from your local area! Join us at the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel.

Everyone's at the Bookstore!

Sunday, October 7 - Tuesday, October 9

Meet up with colleagues and browse the latest books, videos, standards, and other resources available in the ARMA International Bookstore. Located on the Expo floor, the bookstore will be open:

* Sunday, October 7,10:00 am- 5:00 p.m. (Expo floor opens at 11:30 a.m.)

* Monday, October 8,10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

* Tuesday, October 9,9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Come check us out!

Association General Meeting

Sunday, October 7,8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Baltimore Convention Center

Come hear what's new at ARMA International and take advantage of this opportunity to ask questions of the ARMA International Board of Directors and headquarters staff.

Candidates Forum

Sunday, October 7,9:45 a.m. -11:15 a.m.

Choosing the association's leadership is an important part of being an ARMA International member. Prepare to cast your vote by coming to this forum to meet and ask questions of the candidates for officer and director positions on ARMA International's Board of Directors.

ARMA 2007 Welcome Party

Sunday, October 7, 7:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.

Maryland and Baltimore Ballrooms, Renaissance Harborplace Hotel

"Cruising the Chesapeake" will be the theme for the evening. Wear your cruise attire and join in as we set off "Cruising the Chesapeake." Play shipboard games, listen to the band and dance the night away, or simply relax and enjoy the light fare and cash bar while you get to know your fellow shipmates.

Each full-paid conference registrant will receive a ticket to this event. Additional tickets may be purchased for $50 each. Sponsored by CA Inc., Iron Mountain, and ARMA International.

ARMA International Awards Event

Monday, October 8, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Make plans to attend this year's Awards Event at the Renaissance Harborplace hotel. You'll be treated to an evening of great food, fun, and entertainment. The highlight of the evening will be honoring those individuals and chapters who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in the profession.

Tickets to the Awards Event may be purchased for $50 each and include dinner, entertainment, and the Awards recognition ceremony. A cash bar will be open for the reception, as well as during dinner. Sponsored in part by Recall.

Dining on the Pier

Grab some friends or colleagues and head to Baltimore's Inner Harbor irea - within walking distance from the headquarters hotel - to find tottitordinary local seafood specialties. If you want to venture a little fariner, Federal Hill features authentic Mexican fare, Mt. Vernon offers Indian and Afghan cuisine, and Little Italy is a must-stop destination for homemade pasta, pastries, and pizzerias.

Some Inner Harbor (and nearby) recommendations:

* Burke's Restaurant and Cafe

* Bertha's

* Little Italy

* Rusty Scupper

* Tir Na Nog Restaurant &amp; Irish Bar

* Phillips Seafood Restaurant

* J. Pauls

* Edo Sushi

Conference Registration

Full Registration

4 Days, October 7-10, 2007

Advance (Paid by August 25) Member $799 Non-member $1,049

Regular (Paid after August 25) Member $949 Non-member $1,199

Full registration fees include: Sunday through Wednesday educational sessions and breaks; U.S. Federal Government Day; General Sessions on Monday and Wednesday; Sunday lunch in the Expo Hall; the Welcome Party Sunday evening; session handouts and presentations; and admission to the Expo Sunday through Tuesday. Tickets will be available for purchase for the Awards Celebration on Monday night.

One-Day Registration

Available October 7, 8, 9,10, 2007

Member or Non-member $395

One-day registration fee includes: that day's educational sessions and breaks; an exhibit pass for Sunday through Tuesday; and the session handouts and presentations. In addition:

* Sunday's fee includes lunch with the exhibitors

* Monday's fee includes the opening general session

* Tuesday's fee includes U.S. Federal Government Day

* Wednesday's fee includes the closing general session

Pre-conference Seminars

1 &amp; 2 Days, October 5-6, 2007

One-day Seminars Member $299 Non-member $349

Two-day Seminars Member $449 Non-member $525

A separate registration fee is required for these pre-conference seminar:

* RIM Fundamentals and Legal Issues (two-day seminars)

* Electronic Records Management, Computer Skills, Disaster Recovery, and Collaboration (one-day seminars)

Travel

With its central location on the East Coast, Baltimore is easy to reach via any transportation choice - highway, rail, air, or water. It is also located within four or fewer hours of major Eastern cities, including New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

Headquarters hotel Information

The headquarters hotel for the 52nd Annual ARMA International Conference is the Renaissance Harborplace hotel. Modern, sophisticated, and stylish, this four-star Baltimore Inner Harbor area hotel offers upscale amenities and services in a distinct atmosphere close to the convention center. Rates for the Renaissance Harborplace will be $221 single/double.

The other ARMA International hotels are:

* Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor - $209

* Baltimore Marriott Waterfront - $249

* Hyatt Baltimore, $225

* Sheraton Baltimore City Center, $194

* Sheraton Inner Harbor, $208

Rates do not include room tax, currently 12.5 percent

Making your hotel reservations within the ARMA hotels is important to ARMA International as ARMA's meeting room and Exhibit Hall space is based on our room block.

ARMA BALTIMORE 2007

Expo Hours

Sunday, October 7

11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Monday, October 8

9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 9

9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

ARMA'07Expo

Sunday, October 7 - Tuesday, October 9

Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Maryland

Showcasing Cutting-Edge Technology &amp; Products

200+ top exhibitors will be displaying the latest

* Document management software

* Compliance solutions

* Records management software

* Electronic records storage systems

* Disaster recovery systems &amp; solutions

* E-discovery solutions

* Document security systems

* Micrographics systems

* And much more!

* See the latest technology releases and records and information management products and services

* Stay connected in the Cyber WiFi Lounge

* Attend the Exclusively IT Sessions, Industry Intelligence Pavilion, and Vertical Market Sessions for discussions on the hottest trends and technologies

Visit the Government Solutions Showcase

* Find records and information management solutions geared toward government.

* Companies demonstrate their government-specific products offering a variety of solutions at your fingertips!

www.arma.org/expo