Cogentes Presents at IASA ITARC in NYC

 Join us at the IASA event May 22-23 in New York. The IT Architect Regional Conference is the largest event in New York City to address the pressing needs of IT architects today. There are over 30 seminars and four tracks separated by specialty: Enterprise, Infrastructure, Software and Fundamentals.

New York ITARC 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008 - Friday, May 23, 2008
Click here to register online.

AXA Financial Center
1290 Avenue of the Americas
6th Floor
New York, New York  10104

The Power of Simple Sophistication
May 22, 2008
4:20 – 5:20PM
Presented by Dan Davis, Chief Architect, Cogentes

Among the many formal architecture and process models, there remains great debate about how to balance “comprehensive” models with “agile” techniques that deliver predictable and effective results without excessive bureaucratic and schedule overhead. In this session, Dan presents a foundation for developing effective and flexible IT and enterprise architecture practices using a simple yet sophisticated approach that enables reliable execution and predictable success.

Infrastructure Architecture and Optimization
May 22, 2008
4:20 – 5:20PM
Presented by Rob Hagan, Executive Vice President of Infrastructure, Cogentes

An organization’s ability to achieve a competitive edge in the market is directly related to how well an infrastructure can adapt to change. If the infrastructure cannot efficiently support the business, it becomes a liability to the company. Optimizing core systems and processes can give your infrastructure the maturity required to become an integral partner and strategic asset for your business. In this session we will explore Microsoft’s Infrastructure Optimization model and how this tool can be used to provide the roadmap necessary to advance the maturity of your infrastructure capabilities.

Bootstrapping an Enterprise Architecture Organization
May 23, 2008
10:25 – 11:25AM
Presented by Bradley Rhine, Co-founder and CEO, Cogentes

As awareness of Enterprise Architecture builds within corporate leadership, many will face the challenge of assembling an EA organization for the first time and integrating it successfully into an existing corporate culture. In this session we explore how to get started, some of the essential activities, and pitfalls that await. Some of the topics we explore: The role of the EA organization within the corporate culture at large; primary activities that an EA organization should undertake; skills required in the early stages; establishing a role profile recognized by HR for architects within the company and overcoming the notion of architect as an “honorary” title - as is often prevalent.

About the Speakers

Dan Davis is Chief Architect at Cogentes, with over 20 years experience in software development, architecture, and program and project management. A published technical author, Dan is a strong strategic thinker and innovator who has helped numerous clients achieve success with their software development, systems integration or other large scale efforts. Dan’s diverse expertise in architecture, software development, process development and mentoring give him the background and flexibility to respond quickly and appropriately to clients’ goals while working with both business and technology leaders to achieve them. Dan has a Bachelors Degree in Art and Education from Furman University in Greenville, SC and has completed graduate courses in Linguistics, University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas, Arlington.

Rob Hagan is Executive Vice President of Infrastructure Architecture at Cogentes and is responsible for the successful delivery of infrastructure solutions. He has 15 years of experience in the assessment, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects including architecture, consolidations, directory services, messaging platforms, high-availability, disaster recovery and business continuity planning as well as many other services. Rob has a wealth of consulting experience having led many complex projects for mid, global and government organizations. He has led projects that have taken him and/or his teams to Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa as well as North and Latin America. Rob graduated from The University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and in Criminal Justice.

Bradley Rhine  is a founding partner and CEO of Cogentes. He has over 20 years of experience delivering business value for Benefits, Human Resources, Payroll, and Financial services-related companies. He is a versatile, hands-on executive, with experience establishing and operating Enterprise Architecture organizations; and in delivering Internet technologies, large-scale transactions processing, and B2B integration. He has served variously as an engineer and software architect, plus executive positions in Sales, Marketing, and Engineering for product and service entities ranging from pre-IPO startups to public companies in the Fortune 500. Bradley graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Computer Science, Math, and Business from the University of Nebraska at Omaha