PCPS Update.

Practitioners Symposium

The 2001 Practitioners Symposium was a huge success. In addition to making the most of a wonderful networking opportunity, members enjoyed the many sessions on staffing issues, pricing, partner compensation, marketing, and technical updates. Members and their spouses had a rollicking good time at the invitation-only "Key West" beachside party. Boat rides, barbecue, and blender drinks--what a combination!

Whether you attended this year's symposium or couldn't make it, you won't want to miss the 2002 Practitioners Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino. The dates are Sunday, June 2 through Wednesday, June 5, 2002....Mark your calendar!

The global business credential--what is it exactly?

If you have in-depth business knowledge and professional experience, chances are that you will be eligible to become a holder of the newly proposed global business credential. In summary, holders will:

* Exhibit knowledge of business and business processes

* Understand where knowledge resides

* Integrate, leverage, and create knowledge

* Provide advice that significantly enhances business and individual success

The proposed credential will address the opportunity for professionals to turn cross-disciplinary knowledge into value. Based on a global standard of competency, the credential will require that its holders commit to continuing education and periodic assessment to ensure currency of knowledge and skills. A global code of ethics will govern the credential holder, and the credential itself will be portable from one country to another. Holders are expected to come from a broad range of...