SAO's New Look
The SAO has a newly energized board, a new management team, a renewed interest from volunteers, an improving technology economy, and a growing base of potential members. The time is right to "juice up" our identity to capture the
potential of the industry and communicate excellence in Oregon's software technology. We think the look is fresh without being trendy and hope you agree. But the change is more than cosmetic. Watch for new initiatives in economic
development, advocacy and other topical areas of interest.
Table of Contents
Industry News
When Is "Good" Not Good Enough?
By Scott Gibson
Babson College may be on the fast track to an Oregon expansion. Why does that matter? The best educational institutions produce graduates with competitive skills to do what America does best when confronted with worldwide competition:
innovate through entrepreneurship.
Hallmark Events Bring Industry and Education Together
by Molly Moore, SAO Vice President
Software can mean big business for Oregon, but innovation and education are critical components for continued growth. Two hallmark events will highlight industry-education partnerships for innovation, provide networking opportunities, and
support technology education.
The City of Portland Requests Bid for Wireless Network
By Linda Barney, Barney and Associates
The City of Portland proposes building a citywide wireless network. Find out what free wireless services are available, what the Unwire Portland initiative is and what the benefits would be of a citywide wireless network.
Resource Center News
International:
Key Elements of an Effective International Sales Strategy
By Scott Goddin, Portland US Export Assistance Center
Technology Mangement:
Writing Effective Use Cases
By Ed Carroll, Agilis Solutions
Marketing and Sales:
September 13, 2005 SAO Marketing and Sales SIG
Subject: Blogs & RSS: Buzzwords or Business Critical?
By Kate McPherron
Company Profile
Unicru, Inc. [
www.unicru.com]
This paper-based background investigation company has evolved to become one of the largest homegrown software companies in Oregon.
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Quick Survey
SAO asks for Member Input
Part of the SAO's charter is to act as a resource for relevant industry data, to provide opportunities for members to weigh in on important industry issues, and to let you help shape the organization's future. Your responses to Quick
Surveys will help guide us.
The SAO needs your help. Your feedback is vital to help shape the work of the Oregon Business Plan, and the role local business and community leaders will play in supporting the software industry cluster. Please take a moment to respond to
this
survey.
Services Spotlight
The Truth About Saving Money with a Health Savings Account
by Tino Versoza, GET-Benefits
Next year, SAO members will have an opportunity to take advantage of a new health plan offering, with Health Savings Accounts. Find out what the advantages and disadvantages are in HSAs, and what it may mean to your company. Learn about
other employee benefits available to you.
Member Headlines
Send us your Member News
This area is reserved for headlines and links to SAO member news. Submit your announcements to
industrynews@sao.org. No attachments, please. Send the headline and first paragraph in the body of the email, along with a url for more information. All submissions are subject to review and acceptance by SAO Industry Update staff.
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