T4G's GeekFest 2008

T4G Skills Matrix

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 21:58:14 +0000

T4G Geek: Fraser Baldwin

Description: It is becoming increasingly important to recognise and nurture the collective wealth of knowledge that exists within employees, and harness this knowledge base to fuel competitive advantage in the marketplace.

The T4G Skills Matrix is an easy to use web site that allows users to administer, capture, manage, report, and search on skill sets. It acts as a central repository for the skills that T4G currently has or may wish to acquire. As well, it is a guideline for employees to know what skills they will require to grow along their desired career path.

Shop by Catalogue

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 21:56:17 +0000

T4G Geek: Fraser Baldwin

Description: This new product evolution takes the form of a simple application tool which can quickly implement online catalogues for customers.

Built in Silverlight the Shop by Catalogue application will allow T4G to leverage the depth of internal development knowledge while increasing capability to service customer’s needs in the area of online cataloguing.

Prototype to Product: Surviving Customer Growth

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 21:52:25 +0000

T4G Business Unit: Saint John Development

Team Lead: Janet Forbes

Description: This presentation is aimed at software product organizations who have built early releases and are ready to move to the next stage of customer growth. Many companies do not realize what is required, how to proceed and/or have the required expertise.

T4G recommended and proven strategies for successful transition to the next stage of customer market and product growth will be outlined. The customer value proposition and the expertise T4G can bring to organizations to help them ensure success will be presented.

GeekFest Update

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 21:31:46 +0000

We’ve now received 45 submissions for GeekFest. This is a fantastic response. Thanks for getting them in. Good luck in getting ready.

We know there’s been a big snowstorm in Toronto and our thoughts are with you.

“Help Yourself” - The Self Service Revolution

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:26:03 +0000

T4G Business Unit: Saint John Development

Team Members: Mike Alexander, John Ruigrok, Shawn Peterson, Mark Ryan, Janet Forbes, Marta Janes, Steve Morris, Janis Mazerolle, James MacManus, Amie Walton, Karen Colpitts, Reg Sherwood

Description: This presentation explores the expanding arena of self service solutions that service providers are exploring for their customers and outlines the benefits self serve solutions can enable in high contact customer service environments. Building on real world customer implementations, the Saint John Development team showcase strategies for success in the self service space.

The Consumer Marketing Development Formula

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:10:01 +0000

T4G Team: Consumer Marketing Development

Team Members: Rob Munro, Galina Aidemirska, Bill Chen, Tri Nguyen, Robert Redhead, Jeff Kelly, Ana Lalic

Description: There is a lot of technology floating in Geek-space - how can you attract the right Geek-particles together?

At Geekfest our formula will be revealed - just what is the Consumer Marketing Development team made of? Who are we? What do we do? Who can benefit from this Formula?

Watch for the presentation, or swing by the booth to find out for demos of our latest projects and prototypes!

Perspective Is Everything: Should QA Be YOUR focus?

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:04:49 +0000

Get better results and improve project ROI by getting the right people to do the right work.

T4G Team: Quality Assurance

Team Members: Bong Chan, Chris Schnare, Suzette Martin, Malcolm Cosman, Jason Cosman, Steve Charlton, John Ceccarelli

Description: As a third party, the QA team maintains an objective outlook and applies a stringent focus on quality and results. We are serious about our work and follow a solid process to ensure that project requirements are met.

Geek Aid: Because A Geek Idea is a Terrible Thing to Waste

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:57:25 +0000

T4G Task Group: Investment

Team Members: Neil McAslan, Chris Schnare, Jesse Elve, Troy Scott

Description: Geekfest is all about great ideas and the spirit of innovation. But, how do you take a great idea and turn it into a T4G offering and get funding? Geek Aid is here to help. The missing piece of the puzzle for you is the Investment Task Group. We’re working to help Geeks put their ideas into action. Please visit our booth to find out more about turning your Geek ideas into strong business plans.

Booth only.

Learning Pills and the M Learning Revolution

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:49:20 +0000

T4G Department: T4G University

Team Lead: Moses Bar-Yoseph, Director, Recruitment & Training

Description: Imagine what it would be like to learn something new just by taking a pill? Wouldn’t it be cool if you could plug in to a machine for a few minutes and download information directly to your brain. In a world where Knowledge Assets have a very limited shelf life, instant learning is becoming critical. While we’re not quite there yet, the latest technology in mobile learning is providing on-demand, anywhere training in an instant. This booth display explores the geeky side of corporate knowledge management through Vodcasts, Learning Pills, Geo Pills and various supporting technologies.

A Mentor’s Hindsight Can Be Your Foresight

Dave — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:43:53 +0000

T4G Task Group: Mentoring

Team Members: Fraser Baldwin, Mike Alexander, Salima Moosa, Del Paquette, and Moses Bar-Yoseph

Description: If you could choose anyone to be your mentor, who would it be?

If you had the opportunity to mentor someone, would you?

Our presentation explores the meaning and benefits of career mentorship and opens the discussion about what Mentorship can mean for T4G.