Knowledge Sharing
The Association provides several methods of knowledge sharing:
- Our Discourse Server which provides both web and email-based forums for sharing non-proprietary best practices
- For those who prefer real-time chat, our Slack Channel is available on an invite basis
- Monthly or Quarterly calls per discipline area as well as the online archives only available to Members
- Networking events in local cities around the world
Advocacy
We will advocate for advancement in the industry through:
- Establishment of Open Standards creation bodies
- Position papers on topics of importance to the majority of members
Benchmarking
On an annual basis, the Association will engage with a third party firm to collect data about Member company’s environment. Â The data will be anonymized and made available to Corporate Members as well as Supplier Members. Â The raw data will never be in the possession of the Association.