Who: Param Singh, vice president of clinical trial management solutions, BioPharm Systems

Adrian Hampshire, managing director, EMEA, BioPharm Systems

Paul Dobrowolskyj, senior consultant, Oracle Health Sciences

What: Webinar: "Business and Operational Risks in Clinical and Safety: Applying Appropriate Technology and Approaches to Mitigate Risk"

All business processes are subject to some level of risk. Key to the long term viability of any company is the critical need to identify the risks, quantify them, minimize them, and have a clear plan for dealing with any residual risks.

Organizations try to mitigate risks by implementing systems that support the company's business processes. Commercial software systems that are available from vendors such as Oracle include many capabilities which, if implemented properly, greatly reduce the risks in the business process.

The implementation of complex systems is, in itself, a risky process. Organizations like BioPharm Systems have been able to use their wide range of experience to develop pre-configured and pre-validated solutions that help reduce the risks during the implementation of a clinical trial management system (CTMS) and a safety system.

This one and a half-hour webinar will provide an overview of business risks related to clinical and safety systems and will illustrate how the risks inherent in implementing complex CTMS and safety systems can be significantly reduced.

When: Thursday, November 17, 2011 @:

7:00 a.m. US Pacific time
8:00 a.m. US Mountain time
9:00 a.m. US Central time
10:00 a.m. US Eastern time
15:00 UK time
16:00 Central European time

Webinar Information: To register for this complimentary webinar, go to: https://cc.readytalk.com/r/bf2hph6dutcu

Give your business a boost by attending The Successpreneur's Virtual Business Boot Camp - 2012 Jumpstart Edition. This full day online conference was created and designed exclusively for existing small business owners and emerging entrepreneurs who want to begin to "create a living" instead of just "make a living."

This event is unlike any you have ever attended before. What makes this Business Boot Camp so different you ask? Well, for starters not only will you be attending from the comfort of your home and being provided with tons of great ideas and advice, but you will be provided with an extensive exercise workbook that you will complete during the seminar. So, at the conclusion of the conference, you will have a play by play strategic plan specifically designed to address your business needs. Also, not only will you leave knowing what to do and how to do it, but you will have the option to have a Professional Entrepreneur Coach with a proven track record to personally assist you with the implementation of your business strategies.

We are passionate and committed to helping you succeed. We believe that when a person is given the right tools, resources and most of all the opportunity to succeed, that most times they will. We understand the financial impact the recession has had and that is why we have chosen to substantially reduce our event prices and absorb any and all processing fees associated with the sign up process. We want everyone who is dedicated and willing to put in the necessary time, energy, & effort into becoming more productive and profitable be able to obtain professional guidance and an affordable rate. However, due to the amount of time and dedication required to provide excellence service to all participants, this event does have limited availability.

For full event details & Special Early Bird Rates, please visit http://successpreneurs.eventbrite.com

NelsonHall and buyingTeam recently ran a study involving 120 CPOs and CFOs from FTSE 100 organisations across Europe and the US to better understand procurement’s changing role within business today and tomorrow.

Focusing on indirect (or non-core / GNFR) procurement, the in-depth study identified a number of challenges and opportunities for global businesses in realising maximum benefits from indirect expenditure.

Nearly 60% of Board level executives, perceived indirect procurement's importance as moderate to low (or putting it another way, place little importance on the value that indirect procurement can deliver back to the business).

However, experience has shown that better managed indirect expenditure can deliver significant profit improvements, reduce the levels of risk to which organisations are exposed, and positively influence buying behaviours across the organisation.

So why isn’t indirect procurement higher up senior executives agenda and how can organisations overcome these perceptual challenges?

During the 60 minute discussion you will hear:
- Current perceptions of the indirect procurement function and its desired future role within the organization
- The challenges currently faced by the indirect procurement function
- The business value that can be derived through indirect procurement
- The role of procurement outsourcing in enabling the indirect procurement function to take on a business partner role within the organisation.

Policy and financing developments in Solar Energy:

Solar Power Webinar Series

It’s a sad fact of life that half of all marriages end in divorce. Individuals and couples with children facing this prospect often dread going to court. They worry about the impact the court system will have on their family. Fortunately, there is a way to minimize the stress – and achieve the best results possible for you and your children.

During this free webinar, you’ll hear from several experts who will help you understand:

• What is collaborative practice, and how does it work?
• Who benefits the most from collaborative practice?
• How does collaborative practice help children deal with divorce?
• How does mediation fit into the mix?
• What is the financial analyst’s role in collaborative divorce?

ALL registrants and attendees will receive access to the recording and materials.

Presenters:
Alan Frisher, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Sage Divorce Planning
Sean Cutshall, Esq. The Cutshall Law Firm, P.A.
Brooke Goldfarb, Esq. Certified Family Mediator
Ilene Scharf, MSW, LCSW, Family Counselor/Child Specialist

Why Should You Attend:

This 4 hour course explores the unique challenges associated with smaller entities when designing, building and/or assessing a risk management program and associated system of internal control.

Practical implementation solutions that will allow management to effectively assess and mitigate risk as well as strengthen the internal control environment while requiring minimal cost, resources and time will be outlined. A business case for the necessity of an ERM program as well as benefits and implementation challenges will be presented.

Attendees will learn how to utilize any existing system of financial control as a platform for the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide risk management program. The speaker will offer implementation options and considerations which will allow participants to consider appropriate solutions for their organization.

Duration:

4 hours of instruction, 15 min break.

Who Will Benefit:

Public, private or non-profit entities/ businesses will benefit from this webinar.

- CEO's, CFO's, Controllers
- Accounting, Finance and/or Financial Reporting
- Business managers and Unit/Department Heads

Why Should You Attend:

The SEC is currently committed to US adoption of IFRS including a published implementation timeline. Therefore it is necessary for all organizations to understand IFRS requirements as well as the short and long term effect that implementation will have on the financial reporting and disclosure process.

The discussion will include the current status of convergence and adoption. The course explores the major differences, both cosmetic and substantive, between U.S. GAAP and IFRS. You will learn the Standards requirements associated with financial statement preparation and presentation as well as assets, liabilities, equity and revenue. A sample financial statement will be presented. In addition, private entity options will be discussed.

IFRS adoption presents numerous potential challenges. The aforementioned will be offered for deliberation. Transition considerations and implementation risks will be presented which will allow participants to consider the implications for their organization.

Duration:

6 hours of instruction, one hour lunch, 15 min breaks as appropriate.

Who Will Benefit:

- CEO's, CFO's, Controllers
- Accounting, Finance and/or Financial Reporting
- Business managers and Unit/Department Heads

Why Should You Attend:

The SEC is currently committed to US adoption of IFRS including a published implementation timeline. Therefore it is necessary for all organizations to understand IFRS requirements as well as the short and long term effect that implementation will have on the financial reporting and disclosure process.

The discussion will include the current status of convergence and adoption. The course explores the major differences, both cosmetic and substantive, between U.S. GAAP and IFRS. You will learn the Standards requirements associated with financial statement preparation and presentation as well as assets, liabilities, equity and revenue. A sample financial statement will be presented. In addition, private entity options will be discussed.

IFRS adoption presents numerous potential challenges. The aforementioned will be offered for deliberation. Transition considerations and implementation risks will be presented which will allow participants to consider the implications for their organization.

Duration:

6 hours of instruction, one hour lunch, 15 min breaks as appropriate.

Who Will Benefit:

- CEO's, CFO's, Controllers
- Accounting, Finance and/or Financial Reporting
- Business managers and Unit/Department Heads

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Financing a wind farm is one aspect of development that seems to be in constant flux. For a three-perspective view of the current financial landscape, join us for this webinar. Attorney Graham Noyes will address the financing tools and incentives available to developers. Matt Mooney will speak on the financial instruments that made the Flatwater Wind project possible. And Kleinfelder’s Blair Loftis will speak on the importance of having project permits, concurrence letters, and other documentation for a smooth project. Windpower Engineering editor Paul Dvorak will moderate.

MODERATOR:

Paul Dvorak
Editor
Windpower Engingeering

PRESENTERS:

Graham Noyes
Energy Development Attorney
Stoel Rives LLP

Matt Mooney
Director of Business Development
Potro Power

Blair T. Loftis
Vice President
Kleinfelder

This webinar will discuss advanced 1031 Exchange topics, including:how 1031 Exchanges are different when Commerical properties are involved. Topics will include:

- Overview of 1031 Exchanges
- Mixed Use Property / Vacation Homes
- What is Section 121?
- Related Party Transactions
- Parking Arrangements
- Seller Financing
- Foreclosures / Distressed Sales

The audio portion of the webinar will be broadcast over your computer's speakers and via telephone. You may choose to call in and ask questions or you may listen to the webinar over the internet and enter questions via text.

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