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Even more member-centric

Kim Denham, Information Age

10/04/2008 12:39:18

It's been a busy and eventful time since I joined the ACS as Chief Executive in late February. Although I've been a member for many years, it's been extremely rewarding to experience life on the "inside" and see how hard the ACS works to support its members and provide benefits that are relevant to your needs.

As a member-led organisation, the ACS is keen to understand what you value about being a member, and equally, where you think we can improve. As a direct result of past member surveys and benchmarking studies, we have launched the ICT Liability Insurance program, revamped our event management system and are providing the Research Journal (JRPIT) online.

In 2008, we are continuing to enhance the ACS Web site with new functionality to make it more user-centric and to personalise your experience. We've also tightened the integration between the member database and the Web site to expand the range of functionality available to you online. For example, did you know that you can update your personal contact details, register for events and even report your professional development activities to gain credit towards your PCP certification?

We are also working on ways to better resource and manage our infrastructure to support the mission, business plan and operations of the ACS. As part of our drive to remain relevant in a changing world, the ACS is reviewing the Core Body of Knowledge used as a basis for membership. This year-long, in-depth assessment is headed up by Professor Shirley Gregor, with input from industry and business stakeholders.

Member advocacy is an important part of our role and the ACS is making a formal submission to the National Innovation Review to ensure that the society's views are considered as the government develops its strategic vision for this critical part of the economy.

I'm delighted to announce a new specialisation in the Computer Professional Education Program called IT Service Management. This module is structured around ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) version 3 and offers a strong theoretical foundation with practical assignments to ensure that students apply the theories within their organisation.

If you're a young professional, I encourage you to attend the ACS 2008 International Young ICT Professionals Conference in Adelaide from 29-30 May where you'll gain valuable insights and knowledge to get your career on the right track. See the Web site for details and to secure your place. I look forward to meeting as many of you as possible at future branch meetings, conferences and other events put on by the ACS.