Call for Papers
LinuxWorld OpenSolutions Summit February 14-15, 2007
The Marriott Marquis
New York, NY

Conference speakers are selected from the speaker applications received from the Call for Papers. THE CALL FOR PAPERS IS NOW CLOSED

Deadline: August 11, 2006

Submit your speaker applications by completing the online form Prior to filling out the form please review the conference tracks/topics, guidelines, evaluation criteria and other important facts regarding speaking opportunities.

The conference program is looking for topics that present solutions to real business problems using Linux and open source technologies.

 Conference Tracks/Topic ideas
LinuxWorld OpenSolutions Summit in New York will feature four conference tracks tailored to the needs of the Enterprise IT Architect and decision maker. When filling out the call for papers form, you will to be required to choose one of the following tracks:

Security
Just because you're using open source doesn't make you more secure. Security is all about best practices, and this track lets expert hackers and security professionals give you the benefit of their experience

Network and Inopertability
The heterogeneous environment is a necessity in today's enterprise, and this track is all about how nodes on the network communicate.

Applications and Best Pracitces
Open Solutions are scaling across the enterprise and now perform mission-critical tasks. Hear experts discuss their experience on this track.

HPC and Virtualization
Linux has always been at the forefront of high performance computing. This track brings you the latest on HPC, grid technology, and virtualization.

 Suggestions and Reminders
1. Keep in mind that the abstract that you submit matters . Unless we know you personally, the abstract is all we have to go on.

2. Product pitches are not education . Attendees do not like being sold on your company when they are there to learn about technology.

3. Do a reality check on your submission . It is important to be aware of the marketplace and what's on attendee's minds.

4. Avoid typos and misspellings . At a bare minimum, spell the name of the company correctly.


 Evaluation and Criteria
Applications are subjected to the following review:

1. Originality
Topics must provide a unique perspective, viewpoint of way of doing something.

2. Timelines and Interest Topics must contain new and relevant material.

3. Educational Value An objective presentation that meets the educational needs of the audience is optimal to enhancing the credibility of the speaker, the speaker's employer, and conference. Sales pitches are NOT considered.




 Notification
Accepted applications will be notified in August. Please be aware of the following.

Reference Materials 
Reference materials are required. Our audience appreciates receiving support documentation to enhance their educational experience and serve as a reference when they return to the office. (If you rely on live demonstrations, your reference materials will be an outline of the demonstration with key reference points.)

100% Adherence to NO COMMERCIALISM Policy
The educational programs at LinuxWorld OpenSolutions Summit are NOT the appropriate place for promoting your company, product, service or solution.

No Substitutions
Speaker and panelist substitutions are not allowed, except in the case of an emergency. In the event that a speaker cannot fulfill his/her commitment due to an emergency, a substitute may be submitted in writing for approval, however this does not guarantee a speaking slot for the substitute.

Financial Assistance
Speakers are responsible for expenses and hotel and travel arrangements.



 Submit Proposal
Deadline to Submit Proposal:  Friday, August 11, 2006

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