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Technology Council

Introduction

The Technology Council is a group of MACNY members interested in the role of technology in successful business. The Technology Council was formed in the recognition that manufacturing has always been and continues to be the expression of technology in real world practical applications. As such technology is a strategic imperative for modern manufacturers, even more than it is for other businesses.

The role of information technology makes this even more clear. Information Technology is an increasingly central strategy for manufacturers and the Technology Council recognizes this in its programming.

Sign up for the Technology Council now! The MACNY Calendar has a listing of the Technology Council's events. We hope that you can participate. Register now for the next Technology Council event! 

Download Information from Recent IT Council events (Members Only)

Recent Programs

• Wireless Network Design -
• Empowering Remote Workers: Mobility Solutions
• New Rules for Electronic Records Retention
• Web 2.0 - Technical and Business Considerations 
• Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Planning your Network for the Future

How to get involved

MACNY members can sign up for the Technology Council and participate in the Council events for free. Dues are $50 per year.  Other MACNY members can participate in Technology Council events for $50 per event. A corporate membership is $100 per year. Dues are used for Council expenses incluing food at our events.

Technology Council Executive Committee

Like all MACNY Councils, the Technology Council is managed by an Executive Committee. The Executive Committee sets the Council's agenda and manages its budget.

The current Executive Committee Members are:

• Chair: Jim Shea, Director of the Center for Business Information Technologies (CBIT), Syracuse University
• Matthew J Smith, VP & General Manager - Business Consulting, Strategic Computer Solutions - SCS, Inc
• Rob Morris, Director of Information Systems, Seneca Data Distributors, Inc.
• Paul Silverstein, Network Administrator, Seneca Data Distributors, Inc.
• Ann Kurtz, Infrastructure Services Manager, Strategic Computer Solutions - SCS, Inc
• Michael Spoont, Vice President, Visory Group
• Michael LoSapio, Synergy Resources LLC

Why join the Tech Council?

• Expert Information Technology resources for manufacturers
• Educational seminars and site visits
• Learn from others who have implemented IT solutions
• Networking and business opportunities
• Learn about latest technology systems and trends
• Benchmarking and best practices  

• IT Professionals
• Engineers interested in new technology
• Managers planning or implementing IT solutions
• Executives who drive business strategies that utilize Technology