1. MPUG Boston Chapter Meeting @ Project Summit Boston 10.28.08

2. Welcome to the New MPUG!

3. Agenda From - To Topic 6:00 – 6:10 pm Welcome & Introductions
Meet the Boston MPUG Chapter Board of Directors
Sponsor Introductions
6:10 – 7:10 pm
Feature Presentation
Matthew T. Davis, MCTS, PMP
President – MPUG Boston
7:10 – 7:30 pm
Networking Break & Refreshments
7:30 – 7:45 pm
Audience Participation - “Stump the Project Expert”
Q&A / Discussion
7:45– 8:00 pm
Evaluations, Prizes & PDUs

4. Boston Chapter Officers
President
Matthew T, Davis, MCTS PMP
Vice-President Professional Services
PM Providers
Secretary
Matthew Curley, PMP
Project Manager
Iron Mountain
MPUG Northeast Liaison
Jacques Goupil, PMP, MCTS, MCP
New England Practice Manager
Project Solutions Group
Director - PM Community Relations
Ed Yee, PMP
Director - Special Projects
John Riopel, MCP, PMP
President - PM Providers
Chapter Advocate At-Large
Shawn O’Connell PMP
PMO Manager

5. Tonight’s Sponsors
Driving Results with Project Management Solutions.

6. MPUG Global Sponsors

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THANK YOU!
Thanks for your continued support of the MPUG user community.
We would not be as strong today without the participation of MPUG members around the world.
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The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

8. The Value of Membership: Getting the Most out of MPUG
Presents…
The Value of Membership:  Getting the Most out of MPUG
A Practical guide for MPUG Members 

9. About MPUG Founded in 1997 to foster Knowledge Sharing 30,000 Members
37 Chapters
35 Countries
200 Volunteer Community Leaders
Our Most Valuable Asset, You!

10. MPUG Mission
MPUG is dedicated to deliver our user’s relevant and independent Microsoft® Office Project content, resources, opportunities and community networking World Wide. Through MPUG, members gain elite access to Microsoft Office Project-specific talent, thought leadership, technology, and community events.
MPUG Chapters are led by community advocates. These groups provide local community meeting opportunities to share Microsoft Office Project experiences, training resources and networking. User Group Chapters leverage the MPUG portal and WWW information network and resources.
Our goal is ensure that you, our users, get even more accomplished using Microsoft Office Project.

11. MPUG Boston Chapter Mission
In support of the MPUG-Global Mission, the Boston Chapter will:
Serve as focal point for MS Project User Community in Boston area:
Forum for sharing practical, “how to” knowledge.
Contribute to “members only” MPUG-Global Intellectual Capital.
Foster improvements in productivity & effectiveness for our members by sharing expert knowledge in the use of MS Project
Provide “how to” approaches towards implementing PMI-based project management processes.
Provide opportunities for members to network & to enhance professional development.
Broaden leadership & organizational skills & experience through participation in officer positions.
Network & develop business interests through increased visibility within MS Project user community.

12. About MPUG: Chapter Locations
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About MPUG: Chapter Locations
© 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

13. MPUG Membership Benefits
Chapter Meetings around the world
Professional Development Units (PMI PDUs)
Leadership Opportunities
The NEW MPUG.COM!
Members Only Content - Blogs, News Articles, Forums, Resources / Links
Technical and Professional Support -- From peers, Project MVPs, Microsoft
Members Only Web-Casts
Knowledge Base
eZine including Latest Product News and Resources
Members-only Offers -- Discounts on Project-related events, books, resources, training and more.

14. MPUG Chapter Focus In Person Chapter meetings for members
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MPUG Chapter Focus
In Person Chapter meetings for members
Online ‘shared meetings’ via our MPUG.com portal and Live Meeting
Individual Chapter Sites accessible to members
My Site
Personal Web-Site section of the MPUG portal
A space to share information about you
A platform to establish your presence within the MPUG Community!
© 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

15. 4/23/2017 6:26 PM
MPUG Portal
Massive investment in the new MPUG Portal as a Top request of users
Guided Tour…
© 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

16. Upcoming Web ‘n Learns VBA Macros & Toolbars 10/28/2008 11:30 AM MST
4/23/2017 6:26 PM
Upcoming Web ‘n Learns
VBA Macros & Toolbars 10/28/ :30 AM MST
Project 2007 Infrastructure Update Ludovic Hauduc, General Manager of Microsoft Office Project 11/6/ :00 PM EST
The Power of Integrating Visio 2007 and Project /13/ :00 PM EST
Business Benefits of Mature Scheduling Practices Eric Uyttewaal, PMP, President ProjectPro Corporation 11/20/2008 5:30 PM EST
Better Together: Managing Projects Just Got Easier with Microsoft Office Project 2007 and Microsoft SharePoint /25/ :30 AM EST
Managing Projects with MS Project and SharePoint: Collaboration, Automation and Intelligence 12/4/ :00 PM EST
© 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

17. Boston Chapter Events for 2009
Meetings
Topics Ideas
February – Bring Your Valentine Meeting!
May/April – Spring Fever Meeting
July / August – TBA
October - Project Summit Boston Meeting
PMI Scheduling Certification
MS Project Certification
More Tips ‘n Tricks
Hands-On Project Lab

18. Getting the Most Out of Membership
Leverage Knowledge
Site Search for valuable information
View recorded Web ‘n Learns and other content
Foster on-line relationships
Advance Your Career
Submit An Article or White Paper
Create and Monitor a Blog
Be a Meeting Speaker
Contribute to the Knowledge Library
Present a Web ‘n Learn

19. Contact MPUG General MPUG Information - info@mpug.com
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Contact MPUG
General MPUG Information -
Chapter Relations -
Event Inquiries -
Newsletter Editor -
Advertising –
© 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

20. The Value of Membership: Getting the Most out of MPUG
A Practical guide for MPUG Members 

21. Audience Participation: Stump the Project Expert
How do you…
Do you know how to…
What are 3 ways to…
If there are 3 resources on an effort driven task and…
Prize awarded to anyone who Stumps the Project Expert!

22. Networking Break

23. Audience Participation: Stump the Project Expert
Round-Robin Format
Any of us can be the expert
Prize for Stumping Us

24. Q&A / Discussion
Questions
Comments
Suggestions

25. Prizes
MPUG T-Shirts and More!

26. Evaluations Please!
Prizes will be given out from a drawing using the meeting evaluation forms!

27. Free 90 Day Membership to MPUG!
Keeping Project Users Connected
Free 90 Day Membership to MPUG!
Go to…
Use Voucher Code: bostrial1008
Limited Time Offer!
Bring your friends and colleagues!

28. PDU’s
See the Chapter Officer for PDU Letters!

29. MPUG Boston Chapter Meeting @ Project Summit Boston 10.28.08