CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Wednesday-Thursday
The design, specification and project management of even complex
inter-dependent systems are well defined as industry standards and best
practices. Just imagine that your project is anything but a standard run-of-the
mill project. Short timeframes for design to completion, unconventional spaces
and regulatory compliance can all be complicating factors, requiring imaginative
or unconventional solutions. Wet locations, very high ceiling decks with no
concealment for cabling or devices and limited mounting options and large
stacked metal containers in the middle of wireless coverage areas are significant
issues to overcome. A good understanding of all the system requirements, code
requirements, contractor management and the ability to adapt and resolve
issues in realtime can mean the difference between success and failure. Logs,
documents and other written records may be the difference in successfully
negotiating change orders.
“Navigating the Federal Marketplace for Design, Installation
and Procurement Opportunities for the ICT Professional”
Nicholas Larkins, RCDD – SureFire Innovations – Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Entering the Federal Marketplace can be a daunting task for the ICT professional
who has little or no experience dealing with Federal Business Opportunities,
Federal Supply Schedules, Design Standards (I3A, UFCs, etc.), Set Aside
Programs and/or Specific Guidelines that must be comprehensively understood.
This presentation will provide a better understanding of where to start, what
to do and what not to do to be successful in the Federal Marketplace.
“Channel, E to E and MPTL: Similar Typologies But Different
Testing Methods and Standards”
Michael Bunning, RCDD – Softing, Inc. – Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
Channel Testing is no longer the fallback solution for MPTL and End to End
cable certification. Recent clarity in standards means there are now different
test methods contractors must know in order to certify emerging cabling
topologies going forward. This presentation offers an in-depth look at the
differences between topologies and which test methods and standards apply
to each for certification. Presenters will also discuss the impact of these
changes on manufacturer warranties.
“UPS Replacement – Considerations for Optimal
Performance While Minimizing Risk”
John Gray, RCDD – Schneider Electric – O’Fallon, Missouri, USA
A myriad of legacy UPSs in the mission-critical industry shall be approaching
End of Life (EoL). This presentation provides recommendations on key points
that should be considered when replacing an EoL UPS for optimal performance
while minimizing potential risks associated with critical systems replacement.
8 a.m.-noon
Attendee Registration and Information
General Session
8:30-9:15 a.m.
“The Millennial RCDD – The Evolution of ICT“
Chris Scharrer, RCDD, NTS, OSP – Chelsea, Michigan, USA
pg. 10 I 2019 BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition
This presentation will outline the evolution of the RCDD knowledge base over
the last 34 years and then provide insights into emerging technologies and the
standards and applications that are driving them in three major focus areas:
Wireless, AV and ESS. This presentation is intended to inspire the modern day
RCDD to look beyond the conventional SCS design and realize how far their
design skills can reach into the 21st Century.
9:15-10 a.m.
“Connecting the World: Specifying Structured Cabling for
International Markets”
Peter Helfrich, RCDD – Leviton Network Solutions –
Bothell, Washington, USA
Global networks require IT professionals who understand the differences and
similarities among the World’s leading codes and standards. Being familiar
with the business protocols, tariffs, customs and market preferences inside
and outside the United States is critical. In the practical application of these
concepts, that means knowing the differences between ANSI TIA 568 and ISO/
IEC 11801, the expanding influence of BICSI, fire ratings of cables, different cable
constructions and wallplate needs for different regions.
10-10:15 a.m.
Break
10:15-10:30 a.m.
BICSI Cares Presentation and Drawing
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Closing Keynote – Admiral Mike McCabe
11:30 a.m.-noon
Conference Wrap-up, Closing Video and Door Prize Drawing
BICSI believes strongly in competition. U.S. antitrust laws are the rules under which our
competitive system operates. It is BICSI’s policy to comply in all respects with the antitrust laws.
Association meetings or workshops by their very nature bring competitors together.
Accordingly, it is necessary to avoid discussions of sensitive topics. Agreements to fix prices,
allocate markets, engage in product boycotts and to refuse to deal with third parties are
automatically illegal under the antitrust laws. It does not matter what the reason for the
agreement might be.
Accordingly, at any association meeting discussions of prices (including elements of prices such
as allowances and credit terms), quality ratings of suppliers, and discussions that may cause
a competitor to cease purchasing from a particular supplier, or selling to a particular customer,
should be avoided. Also, there should be no discussion that might be interpreted as a dividing
up of territories.
An antitrust violation does not require proof of a formal agreement. A discussion of a sensitive
topic, such as price, followed by action by those involved or present at the discussion is enough
to show a price-fixing conspiracy. As a result, those attending an association-sponsored
meeting should remember the importance of avoiding not only unlawful activities, but
even the appearance of unlawful activity.
THURSDAY Jan. 24
Antitrust