U.S. Regional PRICE Symposiums 2008
Overview & Registration
These Symposiums offer strategic techniques for Program Managers, Project Managers, Cost Estimators, and Engineers that will improve your capabilities to manage cost, schedule, and risk for any size project. From simple components to advanced systems, you will learn from industry experts how to improve performance and more effectively manage projects.
Agenda
This comprehensive event will take place from 10am-4pm and participation is FREE. Topics covered will be directly applicable to individuals who work in the Aerospace & Defense industries. Each presentation is 45 minutes in length and a complimentary lunch will be served.
Overview of TruePlanning 2008
Anthony Demarco, President, PRICE Systems
This presentation will introduce you to the new features included in the upcoming release of the cost estimating solution, TruePlanning 2008. See first hand how the increased speed and capability will increase your productivity and enhance your organization's decision support infrastructure.
Manufacturing Cost Research
Arlene Minkiewicz, Chief Scientist, PRICE Systems
This topic discusses a recent PRICE cost research study focused on understanding the cost drivers for specific manufacturing processes. The intent of this research project was to develop process specific Cost Estimating Relationships with cost drivers integrated as attributes of a computer aided design (CAD) tool.
Use of Cost Models within a Source Selection Environment
Jim Otte, Subject Matter Expert, PRICE Systems
This presentation will look at the advantages of using parametric estimating models in a source selection environment.
Total Ownership Cost
Peter Stanley, Subject Matter Expert, PRICE Systems
This topic discussion will focus on understanding how to estimate the costs associated with not only the purchase of equipment or the manufacturing of parts but all aspects in the further use and maintenance of equipment, devices, and systems.
Constructive Systems Engineering Cost Model (COSYSMO)
Ricardo Valerdi, MIT (Phoenix date only)
Other Guest speakers for other cities - TBD
Created by Ricardo Valerdi while at the University of Southern California, this cost model gives staffing estimates for systems engineering resources for hardware and software projects.
Symposium Locations
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Hilton Dallas Park Cities 5954 Luther Lane Dallas, TX 75225 |
Orlando World Center Marriott 8701 World Ctr. Dr. Orlando FL 32821 800-380-7931 |
Marriott Hotel 30 South 7th St. Minneapolis, MN 55402 612-349-4000 |
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