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2. PMI SWOC Symposium-May 7, 2010 • Key Note Speakers: Peter de Jager Greg Schinkel • AM and PM Break out sessions: • PMP’s earn 7PDU’s • PDU Code #LN100507 info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

3. Alternate branches PMI-SWOCProject Management InstituteSouth Western Ontario Chapter PMI events and membership activities are also available near you in: Windsor Contact: windsorevents@pmiswoc.org London Windsor - Kincardine Kincardine Contact: brucebranch@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

4. About PMI-SWOC The Project Management Institute of South Western Ontario Chapter is the key partner for accessing the professional project management community in South Western Ontario. The members are decision-makers with budget control, who skilfully interact with members of senior management . The Chapter is a dynamic, growing group of people with a 42% growth rate since inception in 1998. PMI-SWOC has recently expanded membership into Sarnia, Windsor, Bruce and Kincardine areas. Membership is expected to exceed 400 people this year, and communication are distributed to these members, our partners, and other non-members

5. Additional information can be acquired on the following • Volunteer opportunities • Speaker events • PMP Exam preparation • Advertising • Employment postings • Mentorship program • Project Management donate abook / loan a book program • Project Management profession Contact us today to find out more about becoming a member, Becoming a corporate sponsor or attending one of our upcoming events ! PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE SOUTH WESTERN ONTARIO P.O. Box 583 Station B London, Ontario N6A 4W8 info@pmiswoc.org

6. Our VisionEnable effective Project Management practices through global standard PMI concepts and methodologiesPlease visit our website for upcoming educational opportunities and events www.pmiswoc.org

7. Follow us on social media twitter PMI-SWOC group PMI-SWOC group info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

8. Live symposium updates "Use the Twitter hash <new line> #swoc2010". "Your task: 1 tweet on every speaker" www.pmiswoc.org info@pmiswoc.org

9. Sponsorship The chapter continues to expand its relationship with the regional business community through sponsorship opportunities, and selective collaboration activities with other Chapters, Business Organizations, and various other Professional Organizations. PMI-SWOC has a significant impact on the business community through training programs, and mentoring opportunities. Total reach of PMI-SWOC communications exceeds 1000 people. The PMI-SWOC website is reviewed by over 50+ people per day, to view the activities, information and opportunities that PMI-SWOC has to offer.

10. Membership Benefits • Community involvement • Leadership opportunities • Access to global best practices and problem solving advice • Peer to Peer networking and information exchange • Participate in local and national education events at discounted rates • Membership newsletters

11. Membership Benefits • Monthly educational speakers events • Mentoring program • PDU earning opportunities • PMP Exam Preparation training • Networking opportunities • And much more!! info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

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13. Upcoming events • June 10, 2010 Monthly Presentation Speaker: John A. Estrella, PhD, CMC, PMP, CBAP, CTFL, CSTE Topic: Networking Location: TBD • July 8, 2010 Monthly Presentation Speaker: Guy Lazure and Tony Pimenoff   Topic: Using a Project Maturity Model to an Organization's (and Your) Advantage  Location: TBD info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

14. P.M.P. Certification results in.... An increase of 10% in salary after one year Source: PMI, Atlanta, 2006

15. P.M.P. Certification results in.... An increase of 25% in salary after three years Source: PMI, Atlanta, 2006

16. P.M.P. Certification results in.... An increase of 50% in salary after five years Source: PMI, Atlanta, 2006

17. P.M.P. Certification results in.... Better Job Opportunities: Surveys show 20% more job opportunities for PMPs Source: Pmstudy.com, 2008

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19. Upcoming events • August 12, 2010 Monthly Presentation  Speaker: Will Humphrey  Topic: “Negotiation – Getting Past No” Location: TBD • September 9, 2010 Monthly Presentation  Speaker: Peter Wright  Topic: “Planning as a Powerful Tool for Change” Location: TBD info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

20. Project Management results in.... a 33% increase in Time Available for Training Source: Gartner Group, 2000

21. Project Management results in.... a 49% increase in Project Budget Performance Source: Gartner Group, 2000

22. Project Management results in.... a 49% increase in Schedule Performance Source: Gartner Group, 2000

23. Project Management results in.... a 50% increase in Resource Utilization Source: Gartner Group, 2000

24. Project Management results in.... an 18% increase in Controlling Project Risk Source: Gartner Group, 2000

25. Project Management results in.... a 43% increase in Time to Market Source: Gartner Group, 2000

26. Project Management results in.... According to the Standish Group, only 29% of all projects are successful in terms of achieving cost, schedule and quality objectives. However, a success rate of 75% is achieved by employing modern project management standards, tools and techniques. Source: Gartner Group, 2000

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28. Increases in Project Management Maturity result in.... Decreases in defects of 80% Source: Software Engineering Institute, Carnegie – Mellon University, 2002; Movement from PMM level 1 to 2

29. Increases in Project Management Maturity result in.... Decreases in time to completion of 38% Source: Software Engineering Institute, Carnegie – Mellon University, 2002; Movement from PMM level 1 to 2

30. Increases in Project Management Maturity result in.... Decreases in Level of Effort 77% Source: Software Engineering Institute, Carnegie – Mellon University, 2002; Movement from PMM level 1 to 2

31. Increases in Project Management Maturity result in.... Decreases in Cost of 76% Source: Software Engineering Institute, Carnegie – Mellon University, 2002; Movement from PMM level 1 to 2

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33. Project Management results in.... an 80% increase in ROI Source: Gartner Group, 2000

34. Project Management results in.... a 25% increase in Return on Capital Employed Source: Gartner Group, 2000

35. Project Management results in.... a 33% increase in Customer Satisfaction Source: Gartner Group, 2000

36. Project Management results in.... a 22% increase in Customer Retention Source: Gartner Group, 2000

37. Project Management results in.... a 22% increase in Customer Retention Source: Gartner Group, 2000

38. Project Management results in.... a 36% increase in Employee Satisfaction Source: Gartner Group, 2000

39. Project Management results in.... a 32% increase in Employee Productivity Source: Gartner Group, 2000

40. Project Management results in.... a 14% increase in Employee Motivation Source: Gartner Group, 2000

41. Project Management results in.... a 31% increase in Employee Empowerment Source: Gartner Group, 2000

42. Upcoming events • October 14, 2010 Monthly Presentation Speaker: Kent Wolfe Topic: TBD Location: TBD • November 11, 2010 Monthly Presentation Speaker: Carol Walters Topic: Structured Project Delivery with Lean Process methodologies  Location: TBD info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

43. Upcoming events • December 9, 2010 Monthly Presentation  Speaker: Ken Crich Topic: PMO @ RIM Location: TBD info@pmiswoc.org www.pmiswoc.org

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