ICTTop100 is a forum where senior ICT professionals and managers come together to discuss and debate a particular topic in detail, over a formal lunch.

Discussion takes place under the Chatham House rule, and the outcomes are then forwarded to various stakeholders (such as NZCS, Government, etc).

Certification: What does it mean for you?

This month's ICTTop100 will be discussing Certification, and what internationally-aligned certification means for you.

Certification has been approved by the NZCS National Council. It will be to international standards and will be recognised in UK, Australia, USA, Canada and many other parts of the world.

But what does it mean for you, as an ICT leader?

In brief, and as well as entry requirements, Certification has three parts:

• 2 Skills in the Skills Framework for the Information Age at Level 5 or more
• Understanding of non-technical knowledge, such as Ethics, Good Practice and Law.
• Proof of general knowledge over the Core Body of Knowledge

Certification has been driven by a number of factors, including the failures of large government contracts. Certification will allow purchasers to insist that experienced and qualified staff will be provided as the primary resource on their projects.

More information at www.itcp.co.nz

Please read the material on the site and get ready for vigorous discussion.

• What does it mean for You?
• What should employers do? Recording your staff Skills - now and what you want them to be!
• Recording job profiles?
• What should vendors do?
• What should purchasers do?
• What should PTEs do?
• How will it affect our AUPs and SOPs?
• How will it effect Recruiters and job applicants?

Let us discuss these topics and prepare our plans as a sector.

IMPORTANT: New Series of Lunches

Note that the previous series of 10 lunches has now concluded. All attendees please re-register below to book for the next 10 lunches in 2009.

Registration Details:

NOTE: Those that usually register for all 10 ICTTop100 lunches DO need to re-register for the next series of 10.

You can register for this event via Credit Card online now by using the link below, or alternatively call 0800 252 255 with your Credit Card details.

NZCS Corporate Partners and approved organisations can opt to pay by invoice by calling 0800 252 255 or emailing attendee and business details through to registrations@nzcs.org.nz. Credit criteria and other conditions apply.

Registration for 10 Lunches, and NZCS Membership

As ICTTop100 is a series of lunches, we strongly recommend registering for the next 10 rather than each individually.

Additionally, attendees may choose to register for the next 10 lunches as well as NZCS membership and receive a considerable discount. This is open to existing members as well as those wishing to join NZCS.