IDUG 2008– North America
May 18-22, 2008
Hyatt Regency Dallas
Dallas, Texas, USA

Are you a DB2 user looking to attend IDUG 2008 – North America but need help justifying the costs to your manager? Take advantage of the Employee Justification Tool Kit created by IDUG just for you.

This tool kit provides easy-to-use pieces that make communicating and presenting the IDUG Experience clear and simple. With expert advice, pre-conference justification documents and post-conference reporting templates, your manager is sure to appreciate the investment made in your training and to your company's success.

Remember, the IDUG Experience is not just about training. It's about providing you an experience that will offer your organization a return on their investment. How? A major part of "ROI" is cost avoidance. At IDUG 2008 – North America, you will hear others discuss their mistakes and how to avoid them, which will save your organization time and money.

Employee Justification Toolkit

Before utilizing the various justification pieces, check out IDUG's Justification Tips.

• Communicating the Value of the IDUG Experience
   
  • Letter Template
  • Informative Flyer
    
    
• Communicating the Cost-Saving Opportunities for IDUG
  
  
  • Return on Investment Template
    
    
  • Registration Savings Opportunities
    
    
• Communicating Important Dates/Deadlines
  
  
  • April 16, 2008: IDUG – Online Housing Deadline
    
    
  • April 18, 2008: IDUG – Early Bird Registration Deadline
    
    
  • May 18-22, 2008: IDUG – North America in Dallas, Texas

Click here to download the IDUG - North America Save the Date Postcard PDF which includes a 2008 year round calendar of important dates.

• Communicating Your IDUG Experience
  
  
  • Trip Report Template
    
    
  • Trip Report Example: From Previous IDUG Attendee