CMDA to hold IT expo in December

PUNE, INDIA: In order to discuss the roadmap for the period 2009-10, Pune-based CMDA (Computer Media Dealers Association) held a general body meeting recently. The meet that was sponsored by Microsoft and witnessed participation of over 100 members.

The event commenced, with presentations from Microsoft representatives Umang Agnihotri and Mukund Jaggannathan, who threw light on the benefits of Windows 7 and BPOS.

Sharing further details around the roadmap, Naresh Lalwani, President, CMDA, Pune stated, “As part of the initiatives and activities carried out by the association, CMDA has resolved to hold IT expo from Dec 11-14. Many members have already booked their stalls. Besides, we also held discussions around the policy and steps to be adopted in the event of cheque bouncing to ensure ethical and fair business.”

Yogesh Godbol gave a presentation on policies to be adopted by CMDA members and non members, in the event of cheques getting dishonored by CMDA. Lalwani further clarified that the association will look at resolving cases pertaining to cheque bouncing and in case a partner is reluctant to pay inspite of repeated reminders, we will put his name (the defaulter partner’s name) on our website. “Only members of our organization will be allowed to view this page that will carry the names

of the defaulter party. Besides, we will also highlight cases pertaining to fraud and subsequently the name of the fraudulent company on this page,” added Lalwani.

CMDA will be holding its 12th IT Expo 2009 in association with Sakal

at engineering college ground. The event that accounted for more than one lakh footfall last year will witness participation from vendors across the IT fraternity.

Talking about the event Shashikant Sathbhai stated, “All major IT vendors will be showcasing their products during the event. Visitors will get to touch and feel the products including PCs, Laptops, Printers, servers, networking products, UPS, monitors, netbooks, digital cameras, scanners, plotters, multifunction devices, bio metric devices, backup devices among others.”

The event will also see CMDA focus on the concept of Green IT that will further serve as the starting point for series of programs around the concept. These program will extend information around Green IT products, power saving techniques, e-waste management programs to IT users, dealers and vendors. During the programs, members will enjoy guidance from renowned environmenntalists.

CMDA will also be conducting 12 technical seminars during the IT expo. The main objective of these seminars will be to highlight newer technologies, career opportunities and trends in the IT industry.

In addition, CMDA will also hold CIO conference. The main objective of the above meet will be to bring IT heads of various organizations on CMDA’s neutral platform aside to discussing the latest trends and technology.