Join Us at IHS SPECTRUM 2011

Join Us at IHS SPECTRUM 2011

Start making plans to attend the upcoming IHS SPECTRUM 2011 User Conference. Learn firsthand about important new EHS and sustainability information system capabilities, share best practices with other users, hear from industry experts and provide your input into the future direction of IHS software so your organization can use the software solutions more effectively to achieve your business goals.

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 will bring together hundreds of industry leaders who use one or more IHS software products for EHS compliance and sustainability management at a single event. Attendees will include EHS professionals, IT experts and business executives from various industries including energy, manufacturing, aerospace, chemical, electronics, metals/mining, transportation and utilities … plus government, military, academic and more.

Planning for IHS SPECTRUM 2011 is underway. See our Agenda Highlights for more details.

There is NO registration fee for attending IHS SPECTRUM 2011 as long as your company is currently enrolled in an IHS EHS & Sustainability software support and/or hosted services agreement. We are moving ahead quickly with conference planning and are eager to get your input.

If you have questions, please email us

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 Agenda Highlights

Expanded conference program will deliver new information and insights to help you maximize the value of your IHS software for EHS and sustainability

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 will offer a broad variety of tracks and activities designed to  provide you with fresh perspectives and practical lessons you can use to benefit your organization. Highlights will include:

• Keynote Sessions
  Gain insight on IHS strategy and how it will guide the future direction of our solutions.
  
• User Case Studies (PDF) 
  Learn from the real-world experience of top EHS and sustainability professionals. Find out step-by-step how they have achieved and validated their success.
  
• Topical Expert Presentations (PDF)
  Get the latest market intelligence and expert perspectives on the EHS and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Well-known authorities will address topics ranging from new regulations to emerging business drivers.
  
• Technical Application Sessions (PDF)
  See and hear how the latest IHS software products are delivering environmental, health and safety compliance, product stewardship, GHG and energy management and corporate responsibility solutions.
  
• User Group Meetings and Voting
  Interactive sessions to discuss issues and plans for your IHS software product line, including focus groups, industry discussion sessions, product voting, and more.
  
• Customer Care Workstation Lab
  Always one of the most popular aspects of our user conference. Meet face-to-face with system experts to get help with your unique challenges and/or technical questions.
  
• EHS & Sustainability Solutions Exhibits
  See the latest from other world-class information technology and services providers.
  
• IHS SPECTRUM Excellence Awards
  Enjoy an evening honoring organizations that are making the best use of IHS products. This is a great celebration that you don’t want to miss.
  
• OPTIONAL Hands-On Software Training*
  The IHS team will offer a focused curriculum that identifies key compliance issues and best practices you need for success. Save money on travel by attending these classes immediately following the IHS SPECTRUM 2011 conference program.
  
• Professional Networking
  Make valuable contacts while mixing business with fun during social activities.

Register now. If you have questions, please email us.

*Note that there is a fee for the optional training sessions.

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

May 16, 2011 9:00am

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 is the first-ever combined user conference for all of our EHS and sustainability software solutions – including: Compliance Suite®, Comply Plus®, DolphinRTK®, ecoAsset Manager™, Essential Suite®, IMPACT ERM®, Intelligent Authoring™, opsInfo™ and more. We will begin by offering attendees visibility into our strategy and how it will guide the future direction of our solutions

Advancing Decisions that Advance the World – Our Commitment to You Scott Key IHS President and Chief Operating Officer

Energy & Sustainability: The Role of Information in an Interconnected World David Hobbs IHS CERA Chief Energy Strategist

Partnering with You: The Emergence of Enterprise Sustainability Management   Woody Ritchey Vice President EHS & Sustainability Scott Lockhart Vice President EHS & Sustainability Solutions

Don’t miss this chance to hear first-hand about new IHS software releases and share your ideas for future product directions

One of the most valuable and distinctive benefits of attending IHS SPECTRUM 2011 is the chance to participate in user group meetings focused on your IHS software for EHS & Sustainability.

Join us for meetings focused on one or more of these systems:

• IHS Compliance Suite®
• IHS Comply Plus®
• IHS DolphinRTK®
• IHS ecoAsset Manager™
• IHS Essential Suite®
• IHS IMPACT ERM®
• IHS Intelligent Authoring™
• IHS opsInfo™
• IHS Product Compliance™ for SAP EH&S / Dynamic AX / Infor (RAS)

These informal, interactive sessions help us understand how IHS solutions can better enable your organization to achieve its business goals. Cast your vote for the system enhancements that are most important to your organization. Tell us about new information challenges that you and your team may be facing and solution implementation issues you have encountered. 

We rely upon your input to help us continuously improve all of our information management software and services. At the same time, of course, you will also benefit enormously from sharing experiences and ideas with other members of the user group in this open forum.  We hope to see you there!

Register now. If you have questions, please email us.

Here's your chance to sit down with IHS experts who will answer YOUR questions and help you try out new approaches in real time.

One of the most popular aspects of our past user conferences, the Customer Care Workstation Lab is a flexible, friendly venue for meeting face to face with IHS product managers, trainers and technical staff. Our team will be situated at a group of workstations, ready to field your questions about IHS EHS & Sustainability software solutions. 

Don't miss this opportunity for a one-on-one consultation plus the chance to try out new technologies and techniques – working closely with IHS experts in an informal setting.

There is no fixed agenda or schedule, though you can arrange appointments with individual experts if you need specialized assistance. We look forward to focusing on your needs and interests so you get the answers you need.

The Customer Care Workstation Lab will be open throughout the main conference – all day Monday, May 16th and Tuesday, May 17th.

Register now. If you have questions, please email us.

Welcome to Austin

IHS SPECTRUM 2011 will be held at the Hilton Austin in downtown Austin, Texas.  Relaxing and convenient, the hotel is located just one block from the famous Sixth Street nightlife and a short walk to entertainment, shopping and dining in the Warehouse Entertainment District and 2nd Street District.

During breaks in our busy agenda you can explore all that Austin has to offer or enjoy the hotel’s many amenities. Rejuvenate in the hotel’s Tower Health Club & Spa or dine at the award winning Finn & Porter restaurant.

To book accommodations at the Hilton Austin, please book online or call the hotel reservation line at +1 800 236-1592 and be sure to reference IHS SPECTRUM 2011 to receive our discounted room rate of $169 per night (single/double excluding applicable taxes/fees). If you'd like to extend your stay at the hotel, we have made arrangements for you to enjoy the special IHS SPECTRUM room rate, May 12th thru May 22nd. 

The Hilton Austin is located at 500 East 4th Street, Austin, Texas 78701. Its downtown location is only 7 miles from the Austin Bergstrom International Airport and ground transportation is readily available to the hotel.

For hotel information contact the Hilton Austin at +1 800 236-1592.

If you have questions, please email us.