Enterprise Wireless 2008

Don't miss this opportunity!

Listen to what a few exhibitors and attendees said about the 2007 event — "During the two-day show, we performed 14 system demonstrations, mostly to industrial end-users, two-way radio operators and MSS operators. The audience was extremely knowledgeable both in terms of technology and business issues." "…this year was so good I can't wait for next year!" "…a huge success from my point of view. I liked the response I got from the show and everyone did a great job in providing a great vendor showing for their products and services." "It was good to see such a wide variety of vendors and attendees" "Next year I will arrive a day earlier to attend more sessions."

If you are a company deploying wireless technology to connect your employees, assets or equipment, Enterprise Wireless 2008 is the event for you. This is the only conference to focus on the enterprise side, the business and industrial users of wireless technologies and their unique requirements. Regulatory and technology sessions are combined with top-quality networking events and trade show floor time with leading vendors to make this a high-impact conference with excellent return on your investment.

Networking

Past Enterprise Wireless attendees say that networking is a key component of the event.

Conference Seminars

How to get the best from your wireless investment — find out in our extensive conference seminar schedule.

Enterprise Customers

If you use wireless in your business, Enterprise Wireless 2008 will tell you how to use it smarter.

Technology

Wireless is the technology that holds together the 21st enterprise. Find out how to make it work for you, only at Enterprise Wireless 2008.

Scottsdale, AZ - Easy to Reach, Hub of Technology

November 5-7, 2008

Minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor airport and in the central Arizona Technology Corridor, the Doubletree Paradise Valley is a Diamond Four-Diamond rated hotel with excellent conference facilities, beautiful grounds and superbly appointed sleeping rooms. Weather in November is ideal, with average daytime temperatures of 75º, perfect for casual outdoor networking gatherings. EWA attendees can book space at the host hotel for a discounted rate of $159 single/double, which is a savings of over 50%.

Who Will Attend

The Enterprise Wireless 2008 show will attract business enterprise wireless users from the region, including all those responsible for purchasing and deploying wireless technology for voice and data applications. Wireless service providers, system integrators, paging operators and manufacturers will attend to get updates on crucial regulatory issues and learn about the latest in wireless technologies. The 2007 conference in San Antonio was the largest ever, with attendance from throughout the central region, and more than 51% of 2007 attendees plan to return in 2008. Get answers to your questions about 700 MHz and how it will change the wireless landscape in 2008, get updates on "TV White Space" and more. If it's happening in the wireless landscape, it will be covered at Enterprise Wireless 2008. Registration will be open soon and conference topic ideas are being accepted now. Limited exhibit space available, contact Conference Director Elaine Walsh at 520.620.0063 or by email. Visit the EWA web site for more information about EWA's programs for enterprise users, wireless system operators, manufacturers and system integrators. EWA has been the leading organization for advocacy and frequency coordination in the U.S. since 1953.

2007 Keynote Speaker

Martin C. Cooper, ArrayComm, Inc.

An exclusive vision of the wireless future from Martin C. Cooper, a pioneer in the wireless communications industry. Martin Cooper conceived the first portable cellular phone in 1973 and is cited in the Guinness Book of World Records for making the first cellular telephone call. He led the 10-year process of bringing the product to market. Cooper knew then that people needed the freedom that comes from anywhere, anytime telephony in contrast to being tethered to a desk or a car. It is this same central focus on consumer freedom that drives Cooper's vision of the wireless Internet. He has been referred to as the father of portable cellular telephony. He is widely recognized as an innovator in spectrum management. While firmly established as an industry leader, any time spent with Martin Cooper is sure to reveal exciting and provocative glimpses into the wireless future for us all. Don't miss this keynote speaker if you are at all interested in where wireless communications will be for your business in the next 5 years!

2007 Exhibitors

Limited Space Available for 2008

Contact Elaine Walsh, Conference Director, for exhibit space and sponsorships at 520.620.0063 or by email.

AAPC Aeroflex AGL Alligator Communications Avcomm AVTEC Con-Space Communications Critical Response Critical RF Daniels Electronics DX Radio EMR Corporation EWA GeoProduct Solutions HYT America Hutton Communications, Inc. ICOM America Integrated Dispatch Solutions Kenwood USA Corp. Comm Sector Laird Technologies Lifeline Management Systems

Mission Critical Mobilcomm Motorola MRT NetworkCar Opt-In Wireless Ormandy Prism Paging Radio Club of America RELM Wireless Sky Data Systems Implementation, Inc. Tait Radio Communications Texas Communications TPL Communications Trident Micro Systems Trio Datacom USMSS Vertex Standard Zinwave

Highlights of 2007 Conference

Wednesday, October 24

8:00 a.m. Paging Technical Conference (AAPC sponsored)
11:30 a.m. Motorola Service Conference
1 p.m. Annual EWA Membership Meeting and Board of Directors Meeting
3:00 p.m. AAPC Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, October 25

8:00 a.m. Opening Session chaired by Mark E. Crosby with presentations from USMSS and AAPC. This is a session you don't want to miss. It's been called the most pivotal development in communications since the 1969 Carterphone decision and as the most influential on the future of wireless since auction authority. What is it? It's the recent decision about 700 MHz spectrum. Are the theoretical discussions and bloggings from policy wonks correct? Do you know how — or if - this decision will affect your business? Does it mean that you'll be selling broadband equipment to public safety agencies? You may be surprised by the answers. Should you make long term corporate decisions based on date certain 6.25 kHz equivalency? What about TV White Space? What's the potential there? Learn about new services that let you secure exclusive channels before your competition, get fresh sales prospects and automatically manage all your customer's licenses. It's time for a reality check on refarming, on what is really going on with 800 rebanding, with CPNI. What effect will emerging wireless technologies have on your business, your profitability, efficiency and long term viability?
9:30 a.m. Keynote Speaker - Martin C. Cooper, ArrayComm, Inc.
10:45 a.m. Exhibition Opens until 3:30 p.m.
12:15 p.m. Lunch on Show Floor
1:30 p.m. USMSS General Membership Session 2:30 p.m. USMSS Regional Meetings
3:30 p.m. New Opportunities with Public Safety DAS Distributed Antenna Systems are now mandated for buildings due to new state and city ordinances. Learn about the requirements of in-building wireless systems and proactive monitoring of these systems, which can produce ongoing revenue opportunities for wireless system providers. Michael Berta, Director, Technical Services, Zinwave
4:45 p.m. The FCC has changed the regulatory landscape by providing for a public-private partnership that will be responsible for building and operating a nationwide 700 MHz broadband network to be shared by public safety and commercial users. The Public Safety Spectrum Trust is expected to hold the public safety license for that network and has selected Cyren Call, led by Morgan O'Brien, as its agent to help ensure that the network meets rigorous public safety requirements while also creating a viable commercial opportunity. Learn what 700 MHz broadband could mean for you and your public safety customers when Mark Crosby quizzes John Melcher, Cyren Call VP, about the ins and out of this network.
6:00 p.m. Reception on Show Floor

Friday, October 26

8:00 a.m. CEO Forum Roundtables — open to all attendees Concurrent sessions with four different topics. Come prepared to compare what's worked in your area with others and get your questions answered. Each Roundtable will be facilitated by a subject matter expert. Thanks to ETA for co-sponsoring this CEO Forum Roundtable Event! Promote, Differentiate, and Attain a ROI for your Organization by Maximizing the Value of your Employees Certifications. Facilitated by Kim Hudson, Director of Marketing and Association Development with ETA International. FCC Licensing — the Basics and Beyond — facilitated by Andre Cote, Senior Vice President Wireless Solutions and Nancy Gruen, Director of Business Development with EWA. High efficiency, low cost ideas for marketing success — facilitated by Elaine Baugh Walsh, President, E Comm International, Inc. How to hire the right IT person to grow your company's sales — facilitated by Dave Thiess, Director of Sales, SmartSource, Inc.
9:30 a.m. Exhibition Open until 2 p.m.
12:00 Noon Lunch on Show Floor