Program Topic:	The New Promise of ERP: Is It Finally “Enterprise”? Panelists:  Greg Fell, CIO, Terex Corporation                  Bob MacTaggart, CIO, Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.                  Mike Pellegrino, VP IT, Fujifilm U.S.A.
Format:	Panel Discussion with Interactive Q&A Business Attire Suggested
Date and Time:	Thursday, May 15, 2008 Social Hour: 6:00 p.m., Program and Dinner: 7:00 p.m. RSVP (acceptances only) by Friday, May 9, 2008
Place:	Burning Tree Country Club (click for directions) Golf tee times may be available before the meeting at the rate of $200 per round per person.  Interested parties can call the club at 1-203-869-9004 to schedule.
Web Sites:	Fairfield-Westchester Chapter New York Metro Chapter New Jersey Chapter
About the Program Fortune 500 companies that were once reluctant to use ERP systems are quickly moving to adopt the next generation ERP systems from SAP and Oracle.  Hear from CIOs who are deploying this technology across the globe.  Learn why this shift is happening, what some of the pitfalls are, and how you can prepare for this trend in the future. Come hear Greg Fell, CIO, Terex Corporation lead a compelling discussion around the state of the next generation of global ERP systems.  Hear first hand about what is working and what's not, and the reasons why, as the top vendors jockey for market position.  Greg will begin with a presentation, and then facilitate a dynamic panel discussion including Bob MacTaggart, CIO, Leviton Manufacturing Co., and Mike Pellegrino, VP IT, Fujifilm U.S.A.
Reservations:	RSVPs (acceptances only) should be emailed to Melissa Marr, at rsvp@fwsim.org, or by phone to 1-914-514-5050. RSVP by Friday, May 9, 2008 Note that space is limited and registrations are on a first come, first served basis.  E-mail (or phone) today to ensure your reservation!
Cost:	$50 for SIM members, $75 for non-members (limit three meetings)
Reservation Policy:	Reservations and cancellations must be received one week before the meeting.  Since the chapter must guarantee the count to the caterer, we need a credit card number for RSVPs and these will be treated as commitments to the chapter, unless cancelled a week before the meeting.  If you have not previously sent us a credit card authorization, or if your credit card on file has expired, to secure your reservation complete a credit card authorization, and send it to our secure, password-protected e-fax (fax number is on the form).  Regrettably, any no-shows or cancellations after the RSVP closing date will be charged.
Future SIM Meetings:	(Mark Your Calendar) Thursday, June 12, Doral Arrowwood — Note the date change Wednesday, July 30 — Summer Clambake — Greenwich Point
Membership:	Interested in joining SIM?  Send inquiries to Rhona Kannon at membership@fwsim.org or by phone to 1-203-226-4243 x255.

Fairfield/Westchester SIM monthly chapter meetings feature timely topics and speakers of industry-wide reputation. These meetings alternate between venues in Fairfield and Westchester counties. They feature a networking and social hour, excellent dinner, great conversation, and compelling speakers.

Besides the monthly dinner meetings, Fairfield/Westchester SIM has informal CIO breakfast meetings, special interest groups, and social gatherings such as golf outings, clambakes and holiday events. All programs are designed with the members in mind; designed to broaden your network, and to grow long lasting professional relationships with peers in your area.

There is the Advanced Practices Council, which sponsors leading-edge research available to members, the Regional Leadership Forums, which support and create the next generation of IT leaders, and Webcasts focusing on critical issues faced by today’s IT leaders.

If you are member, there are many opportunities to build and strengthen valuable relationships with other IT leaders in the area.

If you are not yet a member, apply today, and reap the rewards of valuable information, networking with your peers, and many good times!