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IABC Johannesburg & Pta: FREE Seminar-
22 March 2007

What's new on-line for comunicators -
Tips and tools from Microsoft by John Mills

1.	Content
	When it comes to technology, there are those who know and those who don't and pray they never have to. Which one are you? Either way, you must know that if you want to get and keep ahead in the communication industry, you must be at least aware of the tools available to make your job of getting messages across easier. John Mills of Microsoft understands the challenges faced by communicators today and has a store of hints and tips on how to overcome them. He will take us through just some of the ways in which to facilitate collaboration and reduce costs by using technology more efficiently. And, no, you will not need to have a degree in IT to understand him. Join us at Microsoft's Bryanston offices on Thursday , 22 March to find out more about the value-added features and services that have probably been sitting on your desktop all along. What's more, entrance is free to IABC members, non-members pay R75.
2.	Workshop Overview
	Virtual meeting room for small, collaborative meetings to large events with thousands of participants locally and internationally Share, review, and edit documents and multimedia presentations Interactive tools include: view and respond to questions, real-time polls,mood indicator, chat, brainstorming sessions Stream audio over the Internet or use integrated conference call features Microsoft Outlook - functions that you wish you knew of before. It's amazing what it can do for you! Database management Software that can aid management in their communication efforts to employees Social media - explanation and examples of RSS feeds, blogs, webinars and streaming.
3.	You will take out
	A better understanding of how you can get more out of technology to make communicating more hassle free.
4.	Get your questions answered
	If you are dealing with technology issues at work, you are welcome to submit related questions to Tertia Dafel when you make your booking. :-)ohn will then address them after his presentation.
5.	You must bring
	A pack of your own business cards - you will always make useful contacts atIABC events.
6.	Booking Details
	Date:	22 March 2007
	Time:	7 for 7:30am until 12:00 noon
	Venue:	Microsoft, 3012 William Nicol Drive, Bryanston
	Cost:	IABC members: No Charge Non-members: R75
		The price includes bottomless cups of coffee and tea and full breakfast.
	RSVP:	Tertia Dafel: tertiad@mweb.co.za by Friday, 13 April 2007.
7.	About John Mills
	John is a Solution Specialist at Microsoft Corporation where he has worked for the past six years. He has been in the IT Industry since 1989, fulfilling various roles including optimising technology in operational environments. His passion is enabling business success through technology.

IABC Johannesburg & Pretoria: FREE Seminar - 22 March 2007

What's New On-line for communicators - Tips and tools from Microsoft by John Mills

Overview
Office Suites

Suggested Suites versions:
_Office Small Business Edition
_Office Professional Edition
_Office Professional Plus Edition
_Office Enterprise Edition

Product Highlighted in Session
_OneNote
_Groove
_Communicator
_Live meeting

Server side products highlighted
_SharePoint Server 2007

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