Sitecore regional news

Sitecore Symposium North America 2012

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Join Sitecore experts, partners, developers, and customers at the beautiful 5 Diamond ARIA Resort & Casino for 3 days of inspiration and insight on all things Sitecore. Now is the perfect time to share and learn the latest about the most significant technology platform available today on the web. Sitecore has released many exciting new products including Digital Marketing System, Customer Engagement Platform, and major CMS enhancements and E-Commerce solutions. Getting better is getting easier with Sitecore.

You'll hear from Sitecore's charismatic CEO, Michael Seifert, in the opening Keynote, and have a chance to meet with him and several other of the early founders who continue with a hot hand in the latest code.

Other experts throughout the company will share the current state-of-the-art in technology implementation and why prospects want to buy it. It's the opportunity to both learn and influence, as Sitecore leadership in technology, product roadmap, support, sales and marketing will be here at the Symposium.

Mark your calendars and register now for Sitecore Symposium 2012!

Sitecore Symposium 2012 Australia

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:30:00 -0700

Building upon the great success of the sold out Dreamcore 2011 event, Sitecore Symposium Australia 2012 will be held in Melbourne, Victoria on Tuesday 9 & Wednesday 10 October 2012.

Sitecore Symposium Australia 2012 will be BIGGER and BETTER, including:

Extended agenda. Sitecore Symposium features a two day agenda including a networking cocktail function sponsored by Next Digital on Tuesday 9 October and breakfast on Wednesday 10 October.
Increased Sitecore presence. In addition to Sitecore’s CEO, Michael Seifert and Director of Analytics, Ron Person, Sitecore’s VP Product Marketing, Darren Guarnaccia will be returning to Australia and bringing the entire Product Marketing team to Symposium.
Greater networking opportunities. We've moved to a larger venue to enable more of Sitecore's Australian and New Zealand community to learn, share, network and celebrate the most significant technology platform available on the Web today.
New venue. Symposium will be hosted at Central Pier Docklands, Melbourne, Victoria.

Join the Australian and New Zealand Sitecore community of experts, partners, developers, and customers on 9 & 10 October in the Victoria.

Sitecore Symposium Europe 2012

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Be inspired and engaged at this truly global customer, developer and partner event. Held in the beautiful Hotel Okura in Amsterdam, the event brings together Sitecore executive leadership, product and programming experts, experienced implementation partners and real-world customer success stories.

Don't miss out on this opportunity! Register now to reserve your seat.

Online Retailer Conference & E-Commerce Expo

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:30:00 -0700

Over four days from industry thought-leaders as they offer strategic insights, tactical ideas and demonstrate how to implement practical advice to improve results, increase profits and grow business.

Sitecore a Silver Sponsor and Exhibitor at Forrester’s Customer Experience Forum

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:30:00 -0700

For decades, companies have been paying lip service to the idea of delighting customers, but at the same time, they've been disappointing them in nearly every channel. That tactic won't cut it anymore. Why not? We've entered a new era that Forrester calls the age of the customer — a time when focus on the customer matters more than any other strategic imperative.

At Forrester's Customer Experience Forum, we'll confront a new imperative: creating and nurturing a system of interdependent, self-reinforcing practices that align internal employees and external partners — and the processes, policies, and technology that enable them to do their jobs — around customers. This is not just the same old "focus on the customer" message. It requires a new way to manage companies, looking deep into every process and incentive to see whether it supports the overall goal: to deliver a great customer experience.

CIO Summit 2012 NZ

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:30:00 -0700

ICT continues to act as a major force shaping and influencing business processes as well as our everyday lives. Join us at one of the foremost gatherings of CIOs and senior IT executives in Australasia, bringing together over 550 attendees to collaborate, connect, and inspire.

Ad:Tech Singapore 2012

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0700

With the continued growth in technology and use of digital media, ad:tech offers an unrivalled opportunity to discover new practices and technologies, and to learn how many of the great names have utilized the net, built brand recognition and immersed themselves in digital technologies. Companies are realizing the meaning of ROI on ad spend like never before.

Expect to see 7 amazing keynotes and around 32 different sessions covering every single aspect of Online, Interactive and Digital Marketing. Grasp the new opportunities on the expo floor and spend plenty of time networking with peers to gain the insights that can make you an expert.

The two day exhibition and the two day highly engaging conference will provide you with amass of new knowledge and many new contacts.

Melbourne's 6th Annual Technology & Innovation – the Future of Banking & Financial Services

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 08:30:00 -0700

Registration provides access to all presentations and panel sessions, exhibition areas, lunch and networking cocktail party plus approved presentation downloads post-event.

Sitecore an Exhibitor at Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 16:00:00 -0700

Welcome to 21^st Century retailing, where customers are not just always right, they also wield total control. They shop at any time of day or night, from any device with an Internet connection. They research products online, exchange shopping practices on social networks, and are often more knowledgeable about merchandise than store associates. They demand and expect high performance e-commerce sites and quickly abandon those that fall short. To serve this shopper, e-retailers must keep pace with the rapidly changing trends of their business.

With more than 100 separate sessions and 175 expert speakers, IRCE 2012 will lay out the marketing, merchandising and operating strategies for meeting the demands of web-committed consumers who are dictating the new rules of retailing.

Some of the topics covered at IRCE will be:

Harnessing the social marketing revolution for your e-commerce business
Preparing for the massive shift to mobile devices
Understanding the challenge of web TV
E-marketing with the latest techniques and strategies
Implementing the best e-commerce technologies for your web store
Competing effectively against the giants with more resources
Moving retail chains into the digital age
Managing to online profitability
Creating web designs and merchandising strategies that converts shoppers to buyers
Perfecting order management and fulfillment practices that keep online customers coming back

Seminar: Redefine How You Engage With Your Customers Online

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0700

See how digital marketing solutions can help:

Put your website at the center of your digital marketing strategy
Create effective campaigns to increase site traffic & improve conversion rates
Optimize lead nurturing efforts
Deliver painless reporting on campaign results, visitor behavior & channel performance.

3 complimentary half day seminars available.

To register, click the city that works best for you.
Calgary, Alberta
June 5: 8am to 11 am (Breakfast will be provided)
Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Special Customer Presentation by The University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta
June 6: 8am to 11am (Breakfast will be provided)
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Special Customer Presentation by The University of Alberta

Vancouver, British Columbia
June 7: 8 am to 11am (Breakfast will be provided)
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel Who Should Attend?

Seating is limited. Register early to guarantee your spot!

Keynote Speaker

Suzy McKee, Senior Product Marketing Manager, is responsible for go-to-market strategies and sales enablement for Sitecore. Suzy comes to Sitecore with a 20-year career in marketing and marketing consulting experience. Prior to joining Sitecore, she led the product marketing function at Marketo, a leader in marketing automation and revenue analytics, and Lyris, a leading email service provider.

Toronto Sitecore Technical User Group

Wed, 30 May 2012 17:30:00 -0700

Who should attend?
- Sitecore developers
- .NET developers
- SharePoint developers

Why should you attend?
- Meet other Sitecore Developers, Sitecore MVP’s and Sitecore Solution Architects
- Learn about what other Sitecore Developers are doing on the platform

Agenda
5:30 – 6:45: Sitecore DMS: Architecture Planning (and a bonus demonstration) - presented by Amanda Shiga (Sitecore MVP) & Nick Allen from Non~linear Creations
6:45 – 7:00: Q & A
7:00 – 7:30: Networking

Webinar: Digital Renewal

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

This webinar will focus on the following key areas:

White Elephants on the Web: Outdated websites
Analysis/Work Steps: Initial review and roadmap generation
The Key Technology Foundation: CMS evaluation
Results: Lessons learned and the path forward

We will use a case study of Haemonetics Corporation and how they used research to determine what a website really befitting the organization might look like AND how it might overtime, engage and commit more significantly to the digital channel.

Sitecore a Gold Sponsor at SiriusDecisions’ Summit

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

The conference offers delegates the opportunity to receive SiriusDecisions’ latest research insights, share best practices and ideas with guest speakers, network with peers, discuss industry trends and gain the knowledge required to maximize the output of the sales and marketing functions.

A vendor showcase is also an integral component of the conference, where attendees can speak with key suppliers about their solutions to enable sales and marketing alignment, and the acceleration of predictable revenues.

CeBIT Australia 2012

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

At CeBIT 2012 you’ll learn how to play the game by its new rules, and how to win safely, securely and within your budget. You’ll hear from global and local thought-leaders, policy-makers and business-influencers. Plus, you can meet suppliers who can give you practical answers you can implement right now. CeBIT Australia provides a unique combination of three elements.

iStrategy

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

The iStrategy Conference brings together like-minded people in an effort to share knowledge and experiences and to inspire continued exploration of digital media channels.

Sitecore a Proud Sponsor at CMA Summit

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

What if you could experience an intensive marketing education program covering all aspects of marketing? Here's your chance. At the 2012 CMA Summit, Canada's largest marketing gathering, hear from a variety of speakers discussing the relevant business and marketing topics that affect you.

LEARN from world-class speakers (keynote and workshop): visionaries, tactical experts, leading-edge strategists and marketing miracle workers who will help you find your way in an ever-changing business environment. Give yourself the greatest advantage over your competitors: knowledge!

NETWORK with the who's who of the marketing world. Make important business connections with clients, suppliers, competitors and peers. This summit brings the marketing world together in one convenient place!

Sitecore to Discuss Personalized Customer Engagement Strategies at CMA Summit 2012

Mon, 14 May 2012 15:25:00 -0700

Sitecore to Discuss Personalized Customer Engagement Strategies at CMA Summit 2012

San Francisco – May 14, 2012 – Sitecore today announced that the company’s Senior Vice President of Product Marketing, Darren Guarnaccia, will host a discussion on the latest advances in marketing channel integration at CMA Summit 2012.

Darren will highlight how to progressively drive customer interactions through multiple touch points and marketing channels and how to measure and analyze results to achieve marketing goals and increase sales. In addition, Darren will discuss the role of analytics data in driving consistent Web, social and mobile engagement.

WHO: Darren Guarnaccia, Senior Vice President, Product Marketing, Sitecore

WHAT: The CMA Summit 2012 (managed by the Canadian Marketing Association)

WHEN: Summit dates are May 16-17. Darren’s session is Thursday, May 17 at 7:30 AM.

WHERE: The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, ON

CMA Summit attendees and members of the @Sitecore community can join the conversation on Twitter with the #cmasummit2012 hashtag.

Learn more about multi-channel experiences (video).

About Sitecore
Sitecore redefines how organizations engage with audiences, powering compelling experiences that sense and adapt to visitors both online and in-person.

Sitecore ‘s leading Content Management System software is the first to cohesively integrate with marketing automation, intranet portal, e-commerce, web optimization, social media and campaign management technologies. This broad choice of capabilities enable marketing professionals, business stakeholders and information technology teams to rapidly implement, measure and manage a successful website and digital business strategy. Businesses can now easily identify, serve and convert new customers with Sitecore’s Digital Marketing System, part of its encompassing Customer Engagement Platform.

Thousands of public and private organizations have created and now manage more than 32,000 dynamic websites with Sitecore including, ATP World Tour, CA Technologies, Colliers International, Heineken, Microsoft, Molson Coors, Nestlé, The Co-operators, University of Alberta and Verizon.

Sitecore an Exhibitor at Visual Studio Live New York

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn about Silverlight / WPF, Data Management, Windows 8, HTML5, Windows Phone 7, Cloud Computing, Cross Platform Mobile, and of course, Visual Studio 2010+ / .NET4+. Industry experts and Microsoft insiders such as Pete Brown, Andrew Brust, Miguel Castro, Billy Hollis, Rocky Lhotka and Brian Noyes lead sessions in all the hot topics YOU want to learn about.

Sitecore an Exhibitor at eTail Canada

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

eTail Canada is the only event presenting actionable strategies to thrive in today’s Canadian e-commerce and multi-channel retail market and provides solutions to your most pressing challenges including:

Increase Conversion Rates Today. Understand what successful Canadian retailers have done to maximize every single conversation opportunity.
Successfully Expand Abroad. Evaluate the practical and logistics challenges retailers face when expanding abroad, as well as the marketing strategies leading retailers are using to increase growth internationally.
Tap Into the Buying Power Of The Canadian Consumer. Turn browsing into buying, and get the highest lifetime value from Canadian customers.
Integrate Emerging Channels: Social And Mobile. Drive engagement AND commerce. Fully integrate social and mobile technologies into your sales and marketing mix.
One-Stop Shop for Technology Solutions. eTail Canada is the perfect platform to hear from Canadian peers about solutions sets that guarantee and ROI and assist growth for your business. Identify immediate solutions that solve.

Webinar: 5 Critical Keys to Success with DMS

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

This webinar will highlight what you need to get started and what you need to get the most out of DMS. Case study examples ranging from B to B, B to C, and somewhere in between highlight best practices in custom reporting, audience segmentation, real time personalization, and more.

This webinar will cover:

    •    How to plan for DMS including audience analysis and content tagging strategies
    •    The ideal project approach
    •    Best practices in B to B and B to C marketing tactics
    •    Using real time personalization
    •    Understanding engagement tiers; out-of-the-box vs customized

Sitecore a Spotlight CMS Sponsor at CMS Expo

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

CMS Expo is a three-day learning and business conference to connect attendees with practical information and resources to plan and build highly successful CMS Sites for business, government, education and non-profits.

The expo showcases the best CMSs on the market, and the talented people who power them. It is the only place on earth to connect to any one of over a dozen CMS “ecosystems” in the fast-growth CMS Community. Speakers are proven leaders: authors and renowned experts in fields such as content strategy & marketing, social publishing, mobile technology, ecommerce, user experience, SEO and much more.

CMS Expo will feature numerous case studies, CMS Comparison Panels, learning sessions on content management, content marketing, content strategy, design and writing techniques, mobile and cloud technology and much more!

iMedia Online Retail Summit 2012

Mon, 07 May 2012 17:00:00 -0700

An invite-only event designed "by online retail executives for online retail executives", it brings together the sharpest minds in the industry to learn, share ideas, network, build lasting relationships and meet potential partners. It is a collaborative event focused on helping retailers formulate and implement their ecommerce strategy and drive Australia's the online retail industry forward.

2012 ALGIM Web Symposium New Zealand

Mon, 07 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Symposium Highlights

Theresa Clifford, Cucumber’s Director of Online Engagement, will identify key trends in Social Media for 2012 and how the sector can utilise the tool more effectively to create digital conversations.
Nat Torkington, Host of Kiwi Foo Camp, will look at the speed at which the digital world will replace the tools of paper and desktops – What will this world look like? What skills will be needed? What role will Local Authorities play?
A series of Community Engagement Sessions will be held by sector experts, providing delegates with a wide scope of ideas to assist local government with engaging their constituency.
The use of Social Media during times of disaster, hosted by Michael Flatman (Marketing Services Manager, Christchurch City Council) and Prue Sisam (Senior Communications Advisor, Bay of Plenty Regional Council).
The finalists for the 2012 ALGIM Web Awards will present their Case Studies in the form of 15 minute lightening sessions.
A presentation from James McGlinn, Chief Technology Officer for Eventfinder - an online cultural events calendar that focuses on what's on around New Zealand.

Online Marketer Conference Series and Expo 2012

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

Online Marketer is the Australia’s newest Online Marketing education and Training event, although as individual events we have been around since 2006.

Online Marketer Conference Series & Expo combines two of the worlds most respected Marketing conferences under one roof together with a revamped agenda from the highly accliamed Search Engine Boot-Camp Seminar series, know known as Online Marketer Coot-Camp.

Internet Show Melbourne 2012

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:30:00 -0700

The Internet Show is Australia’s only expo and conference that brings together forward thinking businesses hungry to profit from internet related solutions.

There is an increasing demand for Internet solutions in Australian business. For you, this represents a huge opportunity to win new business and increase your market share.

Sitecore presenteert nieuwe website Sitecore Nederland

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sinds vestiging in Nederland vervijfvoudiging van aantal afnemers

Sitecore Nederland beschikt als vierde land over een versie van de complete corporate site in de eigen taal. Slechts de landen Noord-Amerika, Duitsland en Japan gingen Nederland voor. Dit onderstreept het belang van Nederland ten opzichte van de totale markt voor het Deense bedrijf. Met recht: Nederland is een groeimarkt voor web content management, en Sitecore heeft al vele kansen verzilverd. In vier jaar is het aantal klanten vervijfvoudigd.

De nu haast volledig Nederlandstalige site is in vele opzichten enorm verbeterd. Zo is nagenoeg alle informatie direct in het Nederlands beschikbaar. De opzet van de site maakt deze ook toegankelijker en biedt links naar content van andere landen. Bovenal opent de site de weg naar het gebruik van alle functionaliteiten van Sitecore’s eigen web content management systeem: om relaties te triggeren, op te bouwen en te bestendigen. De nieuwe site vervangt de zelfstandige Nederlandse microsite.

Personalisatie en community's
Een belangrijke vernieuwing is dat de informatievoorziening op een meer gepersonaliseerde manier plaats kan vinden op basis van bezoekersgedrag: het Sitecore Digital Marketing System met al haar functionaliteiten kan volledig worden ingezet en gebruikt voor klantcontacten. Op termijn zal ook de social media integratie plaatsvinden. Sitecore koestert immers de relaties die zij opbouwt. Dit blijkt ook uit de afzonderlijke community's gericht op verschillende relaties. Naast de (internationale) blogs die voor iedereen toegankelijk zijn, is er Engage, dat exclusief voor huidige klanten is. Er was al een bloeiende developers community en een partner sectie beschikbaar. Alle community's zijn nu geïntegreerd in de site.

Vervijfvoudiging van aantal klanten
Voor Sitecore is Nederland één van de interessantste markten. Nederland loopt internationaal vooraan als het gaat om web content management, en is daarom een volwassen markt met veel groeipotentieel. In de 4 jaar dat Sitecore in Nederland gevestigd is, heeft zij haar footprint weten te vervijfvoudigen: van 30 naar ruim 150 klanten in Nederland. Binnen deze klantgroep is er grote diversiteit van zowel markten als omvang: retail, gezondheidszorg, financiële sector, onderwijs en overheidsgerelateerde organisaties zijn bijvoorbeeld goed vertegenwoordigd. Hiertussen bevinden zich klanten op enterprise niveau (C1000, Heineken, Eneco), middelgrote (Koninklijke Gazelle, IAK Verzekeringen) en grote klanten (Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim, Van Gansewinkel). Het verbeterde klantoverzicht per branche geeft hier een goed beeld van.

Internet Show Asia 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

There's a lot to see, hear and learn including:

An exhibition featuring more than 40 leading internet solution providers
Over 50 free seminars on digital marketing, social networking, e-commerce, content management, and more
7 conferences featuring over 40 senior-level executives from Asia and beyond! We've different packages to suit your budgets

Webinar: Avoid Site Killers with Effective CMS Planning

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 -0700

This webinar will highlight five site killers that threaten to sink your CMS project. You’ll learn how effective web governance planning can make your organization happier and more productive with CMS.

The webinar will cover make-it-or-break-it governance issues:

    • Making a real plan and asking, “How will we use the CMS?”
    • Planning for large-scale roll-outs of dozens (or hundreds) of sites
    • Aligning customer experience planning for multi-channel success
    • Finding common ground between Marketing and IT
    • Preparing for “day two” and post-launch success

The webinar features ISITE Design’s Jeff Cram and is a continuation of the topics addressed in the recent Sitecore Report, “Content Management: The (New) Governance Manifesto.” Jeff is a 15-year veteran of web CMS projects and publishes the CMS Myth, a popular blog on web content management best practices.

Internet World 2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:30:00 -0700

In short, Internet World sets the digital agenda and has been doing for 20 years. Over two decades the internet has transformed beyond all recognition the way business is done, and Internet World has been there since these early days charting the journey and providing cutting-edge content from the forefront of advancement.

Forrester’s Marketing Leadership & Customer Intelligence Forums

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:00:00 -0700

In the second digital decade — which we are now in — the customer is in control. The onus is on marketers to engage customers and their rapidly growing use of old and new access points to discover, explore, buy, and engage with brands. By 2016, digital marketing will make up more than 30% of total dollars spent on marketing and advertising in the US alone (as much money as is spent on TV today). And with digitization comes the disintegration of existing business models and competitive moats. The one true source of defensible advantage is customer obsession, powered by an unending stream of data on what they do, what they want, and how to serve them.

To win in the next digital decade, marketers must extend customer obsession to make all the parts work — to tie customer knowledge into the product design, customer experience, and marketing messages in ways not previously possible — to deliver a single, personal brand experience to each customer that the company chooses to serve. From the creative execution, to the development of rich content, to managing media budgets, and finally delivering highly personalized experiences, companies must merge customer knowledge and insight into the core processes of the company in order to provide the visible value demanded by consumers as they stand in a store, call customer service, check their mobile phone, and consume ads simultaneously.

Who Should Attend

CMO & Marketing Leadership Professionals who define the marketing vision and prioritize innovations.
Customer Intelligence Professionals who are responsible for generating customer insights and informing action.
Interactive Marketing Professionals who manage experimentation and introduce emerging media to the larger organization.
Market Insights Professionals seeking to identify the trends in emerging media and how they affect customer research.
Technology Marketing Professionals responsible for reaching high-tech buyers.
Ad agencies and marketing technology and service providers seeking to drive marketing innovation through the application of emerging media.

Leadfabric Master Business Class 2012 17 April, Antwerp

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:45:00 -0700

Something has to change. Sales is becoming blind and Marketing is trying to come to the rescue with tactically inadequate solutions. Creating a high-performance B2B Marketing and Sales organization requires a unique blend of skills, insights and solutions. So why go it alone? Come and listen to some of the worlds' most respected thought leaders.

Arke Sitecore Roadshow

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:00:00 -0700

This event is designed for Marketing, Sales and IT professionals who want to boost their marketing and sales results. Anyone who is interested in exploring the implementation of CMS within their organization, or anyone who wants to learn the power that these two systems have when paired, should attend these educational sessions.

There are 3 times available to attend, so register for the time that best suits your schedule:

    • 8:30am - 10:30am - Breakfast Provided
    • 11:30am - 1:30pm - Lunch Provided
    • 2:30pm - 4:30pm - Snacks Provided

Sitecore erkent uitzonderlijke technische leiders van haar community uit de hele wereld

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 02:17:00 -0700

MVP’ers erkend voor actieve betrokkenheid bij geavanceerde digitale strategieën

Zeist en San Francisco – 10 april 2012 – Sitecore heeft vandaag de Sitecore Most Valuable Professionals (MVP’ers) van 2011 bekendgemaakt. Het programma erkent uitzonderlijke technische community-leiders die als initiator fungeren voor verandering en innovatie.

Sitecore’s MVP’ers delen op vrijwillige basis hun passie voor webtechnologie en bevorderen hiermee de objectieve uitwisseling van kennis. De Sitecore MVP Award beloont de meest actieve Sitecore community-leden wereldwijd, die bijdragen leveren van onschatbare waarde. Dit doen zij door technische oplossingen van problemen en het ontdekken van nieuwe manieren om technologie te transformeren. Het programma biedt MVP’ers een aantal voordelen, waaronder:toegang tot technische bronnen zoals alfaversies van Sitecore’s software, de eerste release van modules, volledige toegang tot het Sitecore developers netwerk , en uitnodigingen voor grote evenementen.

“MVP’ers zijn technologische experts die anderen inspireren om te leren en te groeien door middel van actieve deelname aan de technische community van Sitecore,” vertelt Lars Fløe Nielsen, senior vice-president technische marketing, Sitecore. “MVP’ers houden zich niet bezig met het evangeliseren van Sitecore. Ze zijn gepassioneerd over het verbeteren van technologie, het stimuleren van innovatie, en het delen van hun kennis en praktijkervaringen met gebruikersgroepen via blogs en sociale kanalen. De prestigieuze lijst van dit jaar bestaat uit individuen met deze passie voor technologien, de bereidheid om anderen te helpen innoveren en het gebruik van webtechnologie te bevorderen. Het is mij een groot genoegen dat ik hun getoonde wereldwijde betrokkenheid bij de technologische community met de MVP award kan erkennen.”

Voor 2011 werden 52 bijzondere individuen geselecteerd om lid te worden van het programma, en geëerd met een Sitecore Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award. Dit zijn:

MVP’s van Nederland

Arend van de Beek Suneco
Barend van der Hout eFocus
Jeroen Speldekamp Suneco
Remco van Toor IQuality
Robert Jongkind eFocus
Vincent van Middendorp Evident

Bekijk het volledige overzicht onderaan deze pagina.

De MVP-genomineerden van Sitecore ondergaan elk een evaluatieproces gebaseerd op de technische expertise en vrijwillige community-betrokkenheid in het afgelopen jaar. Alle nominaties zijn beoordeeld door een onafhankelijk panel van Sitecore-medewerkers in technische, product-marketing, en leidinggevende functies. Het panel beoordeelt de kwaliteit, kwantiteit en de mate van invloed die de bijdragen van genomineerden hebben op het gebied van algemene technische belangenbehartiging, bijdragen via blogs en forums, en content ontwikkeling.

Sitecore heeft meer dan 4.500 gecertificeerde ontwikkelaars en meer dan 10.000 actieve community-deelnemers.

MVP’s wereldwijd

Adam Najmanowicz Cognifide
Alan Gallauresi NavigationArts
Alexander Pfandt Digitaria, a JWT Company
Alistair Deneys Next Digital
Amanda Shiga Non-linear creations
Anders Dryer Created
Andrew King WEtap Media
Andy Uzick FMC Technologies
Aren Cambre Southern Methodist University
Atsuo Aoki Nextscape
Ben Golden Aware Web Solutions
Brent McLean Paragon Consulting
Brian Beckham Brainjocks
Charlie Turano Hedgehog Development
Chris Williams Cyberplex/CX Interactive
Colin te Kemple Consultant
Daniel DeLay Velir
Daniel Tobner ecx.io austria GmbH
Eric Leong Avanade
Eric Nordberg Aware Web Solutions
Eric Briand Ergonet
Gabriel Boys Velir
Glen McInnis Non-linear creations
Jakob Leander Avanade Denmark
Jason Hedlund Aware Web Solutions
Jens Mikkelson Inmento Solutions
Joacim Schiodtz Cabana
Karina Apostolides Endava
Keiichi Hashimoto Sigma Consulting
Kern Nightingale Herskind Limited
Kern Hansen Herskind
Klaus Petersen Alpha Solutions
Lars Erhardsen CometPeople
Mark Ursino Agency Oasis
Matt Hovany The Revere Group
Max Teo Wee Kwang Avanade
Mike Edwards Eduserv
Nick Hills True Clarity
Nick Wesselman Hanson Dodge Creative
Paul Caponetti Verndale
Peter Iuvara mindSHIFT
Richard Hauer 5 Limes
Roger Norrlén Roger Mogul
Sean Kearney Hedgehog Development
Sebastian Winslow Codehouse
Thomas Eldblom Pentia
Troy Lüchinger Namics

Sitecore, agencyQ and CLASP Create Information Hub for Energy Efficiency Experts

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:47:00 -0700

San Francisco, CA –April 2, 2012 – Sitecore today announced that CLASP (The Collaborative Labeling and Appliance Standards Program) implemented Sitecore’s Web Content Management System (CMS) software to power its new website. The CLASP site is designed to enable knowledge sharing among a diverse, international audience of policymakers, experts in energy efficiency, and multi-government collaborations.

“The improved website provides enhanced information resources, leading to the application of best practices in appliance efficiency standards and labeling (S&L) worldwide,” said James Termin, chief operating officer, CLASP.

In addition to its fresh appearance, CLASP’s website has an improved structure to make technical information more accessible and provide more search functionality to help users navigate the website effectively. CLASP’s Global S&L Database, the only resource of its kind for appliance, lighting and equipment S&L policies, was also redesigned with expanded functionality to provide users access to more specific, in-depth searchable information on current and in-development S&L policies worldwide.

CLASP worked with Sitecore partner agencyQ, a digital agency, to overhaul the information architecture for optimal usability, design an intuitive search interface to sift through a significant amount of complex policy data, and create a custom RSS aggregator to gather items in particular content sections into an RSS feed. Social networking, email marketing and Web analytics are also integrated with Sitecore’s CMS.

Since launching the new website, CLASP has seen a significant increase in the number of new site visitors worldwide. Site visits from the US and Belgium have increased by 11 percent and 242 percent respectively. The new website is optimized for mobile browsing with a 30 percent increase in visits from users on a mobile device. Additionally, questions received through the Ask an Expert tool, in which S&L practitioners can receive technical and policy advice at no-cost, have tripled since the new site’s launch in December 2011.

“The CLASP engagement presented agencyQ with some interesting challenges due to the diverse international audience, the enormous amount of complex policy data, and the need to enhance the site’s design while remaining true to CLASP’s brand”, said Sean Breen, CEO, agencyQ. “agencyQ’s experience in this area, combined with the Sitecore platform, allowed us to develop the intuitive search interface and content strategy that has made the CLASP site so successful.”

Founded in 1999 to address growing global energy demand, CLASP’s mission is to serve as the primary resource and voice for appliance, lighting, and equipment energy efficiency worldwide.

Learn more about Sitecore’s CMS and Digital Marketing System.

About agencyQ:
Founded in 1999, agencyQ delivers award winning social, mobile and interactive solutions that transform the way organizations reach, engage and inspire their key audiences. With a unique ability to align our creative, technology and marketing acumen with clients’ strategic goals, agencyQ has generated measurable results for a global base of corporations, governments and associations over the past three decades. To learn more about agencyQ can help your company, visit www.agencyQ.com.

About Sitecore
Sitecore redefines how organizations engage with audiences, powering compelling experiences that sense and adapt to visitors both online and in-person.

Sitecore’s leading Content Management System software is the first to cohesively integrate with marketing automation, intranet portal, e-commerce, web optimization, social media and campaign management technologies. This broad choice of capabilities enable marketing professionals, business stakeholders and information technology teams to rapidly implement, measure and manage a successful website and digital business strategy. Businesses can now easily identify, serve and convert new customers with Sitecore’s Digital Marketing System, part of its encompassing Customer Engagement Platform.

Thousands of public and private organizations have created and now manage more than 32,000 dynamic websites with Sitecore including ATP World Tour, CA Technologies, ISS, Lloyd’s of London, Heineken, Microsoft, Omni Hotels, Siemens, The Knot, Thomas Cook and Visa Europe.

Sitecore an Exhibitor at Customer Engagement Technology World

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:30:00 -0700

Customers are constantly consuming information, through a variety of channels, often simultaneously and whether they realize it or not. They are engaging with each other and their favorite brands in new ways every day. CETW delivers a first-hand look at emerging technologies and gives you access to case studies and experience from thought-leaders across the industry. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to experience the newest technologies and innovative thinking behind some of today's multi-channel campaigns and experiences.

As an exhibitor, we would like to invite you to register for a free VIP Expo Pass! This pass gives you access to:

Hundreds of top solution providers in the Exhibit Hall
More than a dozen Tech Talk sessions
Dynamic keynote presentations
Networking receptions each day
And much more!

Visit www.CETWorld.com for details and use VIP code CEX91 to register today!

ad:tech Melbourne 2012

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:30:00 -0700

ad:tech Melbourne will deliver the most pertinent and tailored event to the Melbourne (Victorian) digital community, showcasing a combination of local content, the latest national campaigns and International keynote presentations that will only be seen at our Melbourne event. THE FOUR FREE KEYNOTES and 80 strong speaker CONFERENCE will be complimented with an industry's specific EXHIBITION showcasing the industry's leading solution providers, publishers and agencies, ready to take visitors digital business to the next level.

People’s Choice Award for Best SitecoreANZ Site Now Open!

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:28:00 -0700

Sitecore today announced the launch of its People’s Choice Award, as part of the SitecoreANZ Site of the Year Awards 2012. The People’s Choice Award allows the Australian and New Zealand public to voice their choice of Best Website, based on design, functionality and return on investment.

Nominations submitted by Sitecore’s partners and customers during February and March include:

Australian Army – www.army.gov.au
Australian National Audit Office – www.anao.gov.au
Australian National Maritime Museum – AQUA - http://aquaexhibition.anmm.gov.au/
AustralianSuper – www.australiansuper.com.au
Australian Unity – www.australianunity.com.au/healthinsurance
Canon Intranet Solution
Chisholm Institute – www.chisholm.edu.au
Cricket Australia – Big Bash League – www.bigbash.com.au
Defence Alumni Network – www.dan.gov.au
Institute of Chartered Accountants – www.charteredaccountants.com.au
MMG/Minmetals Resources – www.mmg.com
St Peters Lutheran College – www.stpeters.qld.edu.au
Silver Chef – www.silverchef.com.au
Tatts Online – www.tatts.com
The Rock Building Society – www.therock.com.au
Tourism Victoria – www.visitvictoria.com
Tyreright - www.tyreright.com.au
Village Roadshow – MovieWorld – http://movieworld.myfun.com.au/
Wines Australia – www.apluswines.com

Voting opened today and will close at midnight AEST on Friday 13 April 2012. To vote visit www.facebook.com/sitecoreanz.

Award winners will be announced in late May 2012.

Media Contacts
Nicole Stirling
Marketing Manager, Sitecore
M: 61 402 575 024
E: nis@sitecore.net

Demand Generation Forum 2012 in China

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 07:30:00 -0700

The B2B Marketer forum issues the discussion and recent research on B2B marketing.

B2B marketing becomes more difficult than ever due to the new dynamics of B2B environment like innovative technologies, multiple information channels, and well-educated user market. As a result, the buying behavior of B2B users change fast especially in B2B professional service and other B2B equipment and technology industries. From leads generation approach to demand generation approach, B2B marketers, are you well prepared?

3rd Annual Australian SharePoint Conference

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:30:00 -0700

The Australian SharePoint Conference is organised by a group of dedicated SharePoint MVP's and Community leaders who participate and support the community through organising and sharing their knowledge at user group events.

Winter Park Resort Gets Fresh Online Image and Improves Web Conditions with Sitecore and Oshyn

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:12:00 -0700

San Francisco, CA –March 19, 2012 – Sitecore today announced that Winter Park Resort, Colorado’s longest continually operated ski resort and an Intrawest company, has improved its digital marketing promotions, saved significant time and resources editing Web content and increased online activity with Sitecore’s Web platform.

“We’ve found Sitecore’s CMS to be very easy to use and quite intuitive,” said Steve Krause internet marketing manager, Winter Park Resort. “Coupled with also providing an exponential increase in productivity, working on this platform is a huge leap forward for us at Winter Park and will allow us to grow our online business in ways not previously possible.”

As one of the top ski resorts in Colorado, Winter Park Resort’s website is key to its business; hosting daily snow and trail reports, up to the minute weather conditions, resort events, promotions and other dynamic content. Working with Sitecore partner Oshyn, Winter Park Resort’s new website now includes integration with its CRM, dynamic promotion modules, simplified administration of the snow report, lift and trail status, in-page editing, and an integrated marketing solution. Furthermore, Winter Park’s marketing team can more effectively edit and deploy content updates and easily manage marketing promotions across the site and reuse promotion material in multiple areas.

Oshyn worked with Winter Park Resort to implement Sitecore’s Web Content Management System (CMS) and Sitecore Web Forms for Marketers into the site. With Sitecore’s Web Forms for Marketers, Winter Park Resort’s non-technical editors create simple forms to gather customer information quickly and easily. This module also provides reports and analytics to monitor and maximize the effectiveness of the forms as well as effortlessly make changes to marketing promotions. Winter Park Resort can now better leverage Web content, improve the customer experience and increase business.

“Oshyn loves the Sitecore platform,” said Diego Rebosio, CEO, Oshyn. “We see great customer satisfaction whenever we implement Sitecore and this site is yet another example of what happens when you make a good choice on both CMS software and a services firm.”

About Winter Park Resort
Located just 67 miles from Denver, Winter Park Resort has been Colorado’s Favorite® resort for generations seeking award-winning terrain including miles of cruising groomers, terrain parks, bumps, steeps, trees, and most definitely deeps. At a great value for over 72 years and its ideal location amidst the Continental Divide supplying over 30 feet of sweet Colorado snow annually, it offers skiers and riders an experience unlike any other resort. Recently, Winter Park has invested in on-mountain improvements and in the completion of 20,000 sq. ft. Village at Winter Park in the last six years. Winter Park is also the proud home to the renowned National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD). www.winterparkresort.com.

About Sitecore
Sitecore redefines how organizations engage with audiences, powering compelling experiences that sense and adapt to visitors both online and in-person.

Sitecore’s leading Content Management System software is the first to cohesively integrate with marketing automation, intranet portal, e-commerce, web optimization, social media and campaign management technologies. This broad choice of capabilities enable marketing professionals, business stakeholders and information technology teams to rapidly implement, measure and manage a successful website and digital business strategy. Businesses can now easily identify, serve and convert new customers with Sitecore’s Digital Marketing System, part of its encompassing Customer Engagement Platform.

Thousands of public and private organizations have created and now manage more than 32,000 dynamic websites with Sitecore including ATP World Tour, CA Technologies, Comcast, Heineken, Microsoft, Omni Hotels, Siemens, The Knot, Thomas Cook and Verizon.