UGC 2009: Testimonials
Now is the time to secure your spot in our state-of-the-art Technology Pavilion as anticipation is building for the 2009 CBORD® User Group Conference (UGC)!
See what your peers are saying about CBORD’s User Group Conference.
“I've been attending CBORD's User Group Conferences since 1994 and I have to say that the knowledge I have gained from our conferences far outweighs the cost of attendance. Even in these times of shrinking travel budgets, our needs on campus continue to grow and we have to provide the same services with fewer resources. Last year I learned about some new access technology that actually costs less with regard to installation, so for my overall campus projects this year, we saved enough to cover the cost of the conference several times. I'm sure everyone could come up with examples like this and more. I have always believed that what we learn from each other is always a premium for attending the annual conference.”
“As we all plan for what will continue to be the most dramatic economic downturn in recent memory, I am looking forward to this year’s User Group Conference [UGC] on many levels. First and foremost, I truly appreciate the users who attend. The knowledge gained from what they share is well worth the impact on an already strained and changing financial situation. As we all look for ways to reduce costs and gain more value, CBORD® is there once again to offer the tools we need to respond. I have never returned from a UGC without a new option or plan. Best of all, I have the support of CBORD and a newly recharged user community that bands together in support of all we work for. This is what UGC means to me: the education and training needed to excel and the support built through personal contact and networking that can only occur when great minds work together. I hope you will join me there.”
“In this difficult economic time, it is of the utmost importance that we keep ourselves abreast of best practices in our chosen field. Attending CBORD’s User Group Conference is a definite way for us, as clients of CBORD® and users of their various products, to continue learning what is new so that we, in turn, can provide the best service possible—which translates to better service, better opportunities for our clients, and a return on our investment in CBORD’s products! A win-win situation for all!”
“I am looking forward to my 13th User Group Conference this fall. Even with budget cuts hanging over us, this conference is one thing I will not cut from my budget. It is so worth attending and I would not miss it. This is where I gather information for my strategic planning and put new ideas on our road map. I have a chance to talk to the development team about new ideas and see sales demonstrate new products. I want to hear from service and find out what is happening with the products that I already have. I enjoy attending the sessions, but most importantly, talking and being with my peers and finding out what they are doing with their systems is so beneficial. So count me in. See you in September.”
“I wanted to thank you and your team for doing such a tremendous job with all the coordination and details for the 2008 conference. I know it is a huge challenge, but everything went tremendously! I applaud you for a superb job. All the information sent ahead of time was really helpful—from the requests for information about my sessions, to the reminders about special events, transportation, etc.—and then having greeters at the front door to help direct everyone to registration, the smoothness of the registration area, and everything else. I look forward to seeing you all in Baltimore and talking with you soon! Thanks for making the conference so special.”
“Spending time on the floor of the Technology Pavilion talking with developers, support representatives, and implementation representatives about our needs and questions was extremely useful. And it's always great to catch up again with CBORDians and other clients.”
“Attending User Group Conferences is a must for anyone who uses CBORD systems. The networking, sessions, and one-on-one contact with CBORD staff are important parts of maximizing our investment. I consider it part of my job responsibilities to attend every year.”
“The 2007 CBORD Conference was my first one and I found it to be a very enthusiastic learning experience. It was fun to meet other CBORD clients to network ideas and exchange learning experiences.”
“I consider myself to be a seasoned CBORD user and I find UGC to be an invaluable experience; well worth the investment the facility makes to get me there. Every UGC I have attended (nine so far) has provided me with inspiration to improve things for my end users. Many of those inspirations have come from the other users who attend: inspirations found in the discussions during sessions, in the conversations during meals, in the stories told while riding the bus to the off-site events, and in the roundtable discussions during the caucus sessions. Every interaction between users is an opportunity for inspiration.”
“No other industry event offers more opportunities for professional development and information applicable to the real world than CBORD's User Group Conference. If you only get to go to one conference, this is the one to choose.”
“Participating in the 2007 CBORD UGC was beyond my expectation. I thoroughly benefited from all the knowledge, support, and networking available. Without a doubt, UGC was a delightful and invaluable experience.”
“The 2007 UGC was a great opportunity for me: not only the amount I learned in the sessions, but also the opportunity to network with other users and learn how they use the systems. The location, facilities, and activities that the CBORD team planned were all first rate.”
“It’s always good to see old friends and even better to make new ones. There’s not a better place than CBORD’s User Group Conference.”
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