Is Your Data Secure?
As you are planning your event and capturing registration data, do you know if the data is protected? If confidential data resides on an on-site meeting network or in a registration database, it's the planner's responsibility to protect it. Read this article for security best practices from a technical perspective. For more information on Opus’ top-notch security policies, contact Noah Battle, VP Technology, at nbattle@opus-solutions.com.
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Source: Meetings Net, July 2006
Visiting Day - Procurement as Your Event
Despite the fact that procurement managers have gained greater power over event budgets, the majority have never been to an event. As much as marketers might want to keep the number crunchers at arm’s length, there really are benefits to getting procurement people to attend events. The better they understand everything that goes into an experiential programs, the better partners they’re going to be. Read this article for six things to keep in mind on visiting day.
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Source: Event Marketer, October 2006
Immigration Reform - Should You Be Concerned?
From the front desk to the banquet kitchen, hotels and meeting sites across the country have welcomed foreign-born staff members to fill much-needed hospitality positions. Yet the pool of workers within the hospitality industry may be at risk. Read about the two immigration reform bills currently circulating within Congress, as well as viewpoints from the industry on the potential impact.
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Source: ConventionSouth, October 2006
No Privacy for Laptops
Is looking inside a laptop the same as opening up a suitcase? In the eyes of U.S. federal law they are. Frequent flyers might be surprised to learn that American legislation allows customs and border guards to confiscate anyone's laptop without any ground for suspicion and copy all the information held within it.
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Source: CNN.com, October 25, 2006
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Riu Palace Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen, Mexico
The latest addition to the RIU family is the RIU Palace Riviera Maya located in the resort town of Playa Del Carmen just 42 miles south of Cancun.
Built along a spectacular stretch of white sand beach and framed by tropical palm trees, this gorgeous hotel boasts 400 elegant junior suites. There is an exquisite selection of a-la-carte restaurants, themed restaurants, and bars, 24 hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages, and exchange privileges at other RIU facilities in the area. The hotel also boasts a large swimming pool with an integrated Jacuzzi, spa, fitness center, and a variety of outdoor activities including scuba diving, kayaking, sailing, and windsurfing.
This resort does not contain actual meeting space, however, it works exceptionally well for incentive groups. The themed restaurants can be reserved for private events, the pool bar can be used as reception space, there are various outdoor options for bringing your groups together, and local DMC’s can be utilized for offsite activities and transportation.
Please visit the RIU Palace Riviera Maya Resort website at: http://www.riu.com/en/hotel/hotel_riu_palace_riviera_maya.html
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Opus has solutions for all of your warehousing needs?
- Secure on-site storage for product or properties
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Product, literature and giveaway fulfillment
- Minor booth property refurbishment
- Booth property rentals
Opus Warehousing provides a total solution for warehousing, distribution and fulfillment challenges. We can reduce your warehousing and shipping overhead by providing low-cost space, well-trained staff, computer-driven inventory control systems and distribution solutions customized for your needs. All shipments are put through a rigorous quality control processes upon receipt and shipment. We check for accurate quantities, branding where necessary, damage on all Opus managed properties and offer refurbishment services when needed. If you have a warehouse need, Opus Solutions is your solution!
For additional information or quotes, please contact Kim Kopetz at 971-223-1144 or kkopetz@opus-solutions.com.
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Unique Gifts - Shop UncommonGoods for creatively designed and unusual home accessories and gifts. Perfect for Halloween!
http://www.uncommongoods.com
Event Insurance for Florida Hurricane Season - Cover Your Event (CYE) Insurance Policy, free from VISIT FLORIDA. This supplemental insurance is intended to cover costs related to rebooking a meeting should it be displaced due to a named hurricane. Plan your meeting with confidence and take full advantage of our unsurpassed venues, outstanding value, and seasoned service professionals.
http://www.visitflorida.com/cms/d/cover_your_event_cye_insurance.php
Theater Listing, Seating Charts, Packages & More - Your FREE membership in the Playbill Club gives you the flexibility to plan your theatre visit from a day to several months in advance.
http://www.playbill.com
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