Jeff Marr, PMP Nikki Van Ingen, MSA, MT (ASCP) “What one man can invent, another can discover.” – Sherlock Holmes Discover the Possibilities: SCC Charters and the SNUG Executive Board Jeff Marr, PMP Nikki Van Ingen, MSA, MT (ASCP)
Purpose of SNUG Free exchange of ideas as applies to the application of SCC lab software Maintain LISTSERV for open communication between users Avenue for communication directly to SCC (bugs, enhancements, updates, etc.) Coordinate with SCC for quality improvement and development initiatives (proposed addition for 2018)
SNUG Executive Board Determine basic functions and services offered by SNUG Set up appropriate positions and offices within the Executive Board (i.e. Committee) to achieve the desired objectives and purposes of SNUG Maintain and amend by-laws, as applicable
SNUG Executive Board Term: 3 years Board Membership: no less than 5, no more than 12 Alternate may be elected (non-voting, fill vacancy) Past President term is one year 3 auxiliary members permitted for special interest opportunities (i.e. SIG Coordinator) Nominations open to any SNUG member in good standing Election takes place at Annual Business Meeting each year (need not be present to be elected) Meetings are held via conference call at least monthly
SNUG Exec Board Roles Election occurs within Board to determine officers and special interest roles Officers: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Additional Roles (in current state): Asst. Secretary Asst. Treasurer Membership Chair Conference Planning Chair Customer Service Coordinator SIG Coordinator Member At Large
SNUG Exec Board Roles President Vice President General oversight Coordinate activities of the Board Specific activities related to conference and annual business meeting Vice President Performs duties of President when President is absent
SNUG Exec Board Roles Secretary Treasurer Asst. Secretary Records and distributes meeting minutes Treasurer Works with accountant to keep fiscal affairs in order Prepares monthly updates of all finances Accepts deposits for membership and conference related activities Pays expenses for conference related activities Asst. Secretary Remains familiar with responsibilities of Secretary and steps in when Secretary is absent Asst. Treasurer Remains familiar with responsibilities of Treasurer and steps in when Treasurer is absent
SNUG Exec Board Roles Membership Chair Conference Planning Chair Works with SCC to monitor and maintain SNUG user group Conference Planning Chair Oversees conference planning activities: Development of conference theme Coordination of SWAG selection and order Coordinates evening social activities Session planning, agenda, publications, in conjunction with planning committee Customer Service Coordinator Liaison between SNUG and SCC to maintain open dialog regarding CS issues and directives SIG Coordinator Liaison between SNUG and SCC to oversee SIG enhancement submission and selection process
New for 2018 - 2019 2 New Board Groups Executive Council SNUG Exec Board will collaborate with SCC in the formation of two charters: Strategic Advisory and Executive Council 2 New Board Groups Executive Council Strategic Advisory Board *in addition to SNUG Planning Board All members expected to attend and contribute to monthly meetings Bring ideas to make SNUG better!
Elected Board Members: Roles Elected Board Members: Choose 2 of the 3 board groups Reside on this board group for entire term Promote continuity
SNUG Planning Board Mission Statement: Scope: The SNUG Planning Board, in conjunction with SCC, will organize the annual conference, training, and general user engagement. Scope: Conference planning SNUG membership Training / Webinars Actively recruit SNUG membership Annual conference planning Annual conference education agenda Vendor relationships
Executive Council Mission Statement: Scope: The SCC Executive Council advises SCC Leaders to ensure SCC incorporates market direction, market feedback, and expert advice on operations and SCC business governance. Scope: Adapts its stance towards the market as appropriate Proactively (re)organizes its focus and resources in order to meet future targets SCC is provided with information on market trends that may influence operations SCC formalizes and executes on a business strategy that enables its success SCC shows excellent business governance to maximize its performance
Strategic Advisory Board Mission Statement: The SCC Strategic Advisory Board supports SCC’s decision-making processes to ensure SCC remains the global innovation leader in laboratory and genetic testing automation and related clinical practice. Scope: Define the conditions for unique versions of SCC products with adaptations for global markets Define unique version: feature set, environment, interfaces, compatibility Define delivery model and optimal release planning Enable the predictability and reliability of SCC deliveries through direct guidance on products
Next Steps SNUG Business Meeting: Elected Board Members: Nominations for new board members Elections Elected Board Members: Meeting (Date/Time) to review roles Select board group of choice
SCC Primary Contacts Executive Council Strategic Advisory Board Patrice Nedelec patricen@softcomputer.com 727.789.0100 x4088 SNUG Planning Board Jeff Marr jeffreym@softcomputer.com 727.789.0100 x4503
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