IMPORTANT DATES

1. 4/7/08 – HIMSS09 Call for Proposals opens

HELP DESIGN HIMSS09:  Call for Proposals and Reviewers 2009

The 2009 Call for Proposals and Call for Reviewers open April 7 and will close on Friday, May 30.  Do you want to speak at the Annual HIMSS Conference? Do you want to help select the winning proposals?  This is your opportunity to make a mark on the Annual HIMSS Conference.  Share your expertise.  Teach attendees something new and exciting.  Become part of the largest healthcare IT-related conference and exhibition in the world.  Visit our web page for more details on how you can submit proposals or become a reviewer for the 2009 conference. 

Now is your chance.  Help us shape the Annual HIMSS Conference.  If you have questions on how to submit a proposal or become a reviewer for the 2009 Annual HIMSS Conference, contact Adam Bazer at 312-915-9257 or at abazer@himss.org.

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EXHIBITOR NEWS BRIEFS

2. HIMSS Corporate Membership

Become a HIMSS Corporate Member and take advantage of the Annual Conference exhibit space discount. 

Join the Industry Leaders!
HIMSS has an industry presence unrivaled in scope. As a Corporate Member, you don’t just ride the wave of change – you arethe wave of change. 

Benefits include*:

• 14% discount on exhibit space
• Up to 15% discount on HIMSS Analytics Database Subscription
  (derived from the Dorenfest IHDS+ Database™)
• Double exhibitor priority points
• Education to HIMSS members via webinars
• Complimentary HIMSS09 registrations
• Focus group opportunities
• Public policy and advocacy events
• Complimentary individual memberships
• Preferential housing arrangements for HIMSS09

*Benefits vary by level of Corporate Membership

Review all of the HIMSS Corporate Membership benefits by level

Complete the application and become a HIMSS Corporate Member today!
For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org, Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278 or ctanda@himss.org.

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3. Sponsor a Webinar

Webinars are available exclusively to our Diamond and Platinum Corporate Members, giving you premium exposure following HIMSS08 in an educational setting. 

Sponsor Highlights

• One hour of quality education time with professionals interested in your topic
• Opportunity to create your own educational content (must be case study format)
• List of attendees; including attendee e-mail addresses for those who have opted to share their contact information

Investment - $7,500
Complete the application today!
For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org, Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278 or ctanda@himss.org.

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4. New Industry Report Published by HIMSS Analytics™ LLC and HIMSS

Get valuable new insights into the world of healthcare IT and the latest analysis on the penetration of IT applications in various sectors. Information gathered from nearly 4,000 American hospitals on more than 100 applications and technologies is provided. 
 
Get the latest analysis and research findings on

• 2007 Hospital IT Industry Overview
•  2007 Hospital IT Operating Expenses
• Financial Management
• Financial Decision Support Environment
• Human Resources 2007
• Revenue Cycle Management Environment
• Next Generation Revenue Cycle Management Index
• Health Information Management
• Document Management
• Nursing IT Application Environment
• Ancillary Department Environment
• Operating Room (Surgery)
• Ambulatory (Hospital Owned or Managed) IT Environment
• Radiology PACS
• Cardiology PACS Environment
• Bar Code Technology
• Electronic Medical Record Environment
• The EMR Adoption ModelSM: Measuring Clinical IT Transformation

The 2008 Annual Report of the U.S. Hospital IT Market is produced jointly by HIMSS and HIMSS AnalyticsÔ LLC, the wholly-owned market-research arm of HIMSS. (Data from HIMSS AnalyticsTM Database 2007, derived from the Dorenfest IHDS+ DatabaseTM.) To purchase, visit the HIMSS online Store. The report is $105 for HIMSS members; $145 for nonmembers.

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5. Chapters – Valuable Resource for You!

Chapters represent a valuable resource for HIMSS corporate members. In fact, your corporate HIMSS membership includes one chapter membership. Make the connection with your HIMSS chapter today and:

• Network at chapter events
• Expose your business to local healthcare IT professionals
• Capitalize on new marketing opportunities
• Volunteer your expertise

Get involved with your chapter today!

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6. Searching for the Perfect Candidate? Look No Further than HIMSS JobMine!

HIMSS JobMine is an interactive and integrated online job search for healthcare IT professionals. Whether looking for a new job opportunity or searching for a top professional to fill a strategic place on your team, HIMSS JobMine provides a one-stop search to find the perfect match. When you post your job with us, you know you are reaching a group of job seekers who possess the education and skill sets necessary to meet the job requirements of your organization. Job seekers know that JobMine jobs are the types of positions that they seek to take their career to the next level. Visit HIMSS JobMine today and start searching for your next opportunity at: www.himss.org/jobmine
 
For more information, please contact info@healthecareers.com or by calling 888-884-8242.

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OTHER HIMSS EVENTS

7. HIMSS Virtual Conference & Expo

HIMSS Virtual Conference & Expo
23-24 April 2008 and 19-20 November 2008

• 518 leads generated on average per booth
• 56% of attendees hold IT or senior management titles
• Reserve space now for April & November

As an exhibitor you will receive extensive profiles on attendees, including all contact information, purchase intent and more in an easy-to-use data portal. Your sales follow-ups will be easier and more effective than ever.

Exhibitor Packages & Benefits
Sponsorship Opportunities

For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org or Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278/ctanda@himss.org.

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8. HIMSS Summit08

June 9-10, 2008
Renaissance Hotel
Washington, DC

Join us as a sponsor for the HIMSS Summit and gain exposure through this exclusive speaking opportunity.

The HIMSS Summit is the premier senior IT leadership program in North America.

Planned for June 9 -10, 2008 in Washington, DC, Summit will occur during National Health IT Week which also includes HIMSS Advocacy Day. Leveraging the location and opportunity that exists during this election year, the Summit program is designed to address both the high level policy issues as well as the practical implications.

Take advantage of this executive program to connect with decision makers.
Connect with a pre-eminent cadre of leaders in healthcare information technology.  More than 550 key healthcare leaders and practitioners, including representatives from the nation’s major hospitals, health systems and governmental agencies will attend.

Exclusive Diamond Corporate Member Sponsorship Package
$11,500 (7 Available)

• Access   (something missing here?)
• Connect with your target audience before and after the HIMSS Summit
• Put your company’s name in front of your customers and prospects
• Interface with industry thought leaders

Review the exclusive benefits.

Complete the application today!
For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at .312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org, Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278/ctanda@himss.org.

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9. AsiaPac08

20-23 May 2008
Hong Kong

Join us for our second Health IT Conference in the Asia Pacific region.
The dynamic economic and social growth in the Asia Pacific region has demonstrated strategic opportunities for the health informatics industry worldwide.   With the success of our conference in May, 2007, you do not want to miss out in 2008.

The AsiaPac08 Conference and Exhibition will be held from 20-23 May, 2008, at the Hong Kong Convention Center, Hong Kong.  More than 1,300 professionals attended the AsiaPac07 conference and exhibition.  Join us for this unique event connecting leaders in healthcare information and technology in the Asia Pacific region.

Corporate Member
Space only HKD 24,500 per 9 square meters
Shell scheme HKD 25,900 per 9 square meters

Non Member
Space only HKD 25,700 per 9 square meters
Shell scheme HKD 27,100 per 9 square meters

Corner Surcharge
HKD 4,200 per open corner

For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org, Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278/ctanda@himss.org.

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10. World of Health IT 2008

3 – 6 November 2008
Bella Centre
Copenhagen, Denmark

Exhibit Space
Join us again in 2008 for our annual conference in Europe.
The World of Health IT Conference and Exhibition will be held from 3-6 November, 2008

Bella Centre – Copenhagen, Denmark.  More than 1,800 professionals attended The World of Health IT 2007.  Connect and meet with healthcare professionals who have the buying power for their organizations – providers, payers, suppliers, policy-makers and government officials.

Don’t Delay…20 exhibitors choose their booth space at our onsite booth selection.
Excellent exhibit space is still available.

The World of Health IT 2008 Floor plan

Booth Fees
Exhibition booths are 3m x 3m or multiples thereof.
For contracts received on or before 16 May, 2008
Total # of 3Mx3M booths – space only €1,850 corporate member*
Total # of 3Mx3M booths – space only €2,050 non-member*
Total # of 3Mx3M booths – shell €2,200 corporate member*
Total # of 3Mx3M booths – shell €2,400 non- member*
Corners – €400*
*Copenhagen VAT of 25% not included in price of exhibit space and will be added to total

For more information please contact Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285/klaidler@himss.org,  Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232/tpeterson@himss.org, or Corinne Tanda at 312.915.9278/ctanda@himss.org

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Please inform us if the primary contact for your company has changed.  The primary contact will receive all communications and materials related to your company's participation at the 2008 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition.

For exhibit services, logistics, and production inquiries, please contact:
Elli Riley at 312-915-9272, eriley@himss.org
Virginia Geoghegan at 734-477-0855, vgeoghegan@himss.org
Christina Dorsey at 312-915-9516, cdorsey@himss.org

For exhibit sales, marketing, sponsorship and Corporate Membership inquiries, please contact:
Kelly Laidler at 312-915-9285, klaidler@himss.org
Tia Peterson at 312-915-9232, tpeterson@himss.org
Corinne Tanda at 312-915-9278, ctanda@himss.org
Deborah Caruso at 312-915-9505, dcaruso@himss.org

The inclusion of an organization name, product or service in this enewsletter should not be construed as a HIMSS endorsement of such organization, product or service, nor is the failure to include an organization name, product or service to be construed as disapproval.