In order to discuss the roadmap for the period 2009-10, Pune-based CMDA
(Computer Media Dealers Association) held a general body meeting recently. The
meet that was sponsored by Microsoft and witnessed participaÂtion of over 100
members.
The event commenced, with presentations from Microsoft representatives Umang
Agnihotri and Mukund Jaggannathan, who threw light on the benefits of Windows 7
and BPOS.
Sharing further details around the roadmap, Naresh Lalwani, President, CMDA,
Pune stated, “As part of the initiatives and activities carried out by the
association, CMDA has resolved to hold IT Expo from Dec 11-14. Many members have
already booked their stalls. Besides, we also held discussions around the policy
and steps to be adopted in the event of cheque bouncing to ensure ethical and
fair business.”
Yogesh Godbol gave a presentation on policies to be adopted by CMDA members
and non memÂbers, in the event of cheques getting dishonored by CMDA. Lalwani
further clarified that the associaÂtion will look at resolving cases pertaining
to cheque bouncing and in case a partner is reluctant to pay inspite of repeated
reminders, we will put his name (the defaulter partner's name) on our website.
“Only members of our organization will be allowed to view this page that will
carry the names of the defaulter party. Besides, we will also highlight cases
pertaining to fraud and subsequently the name of the fraudulent company on this
page,” added Lalwani.
CMDA will be holding its 12th IT Expo 2009 in association with Sakal at
engineering college ground. The event that accounted for more than one lakh
footfall last year will witness participation from vendors across the IT
fraternity.
Talking about the event Shashikant Sathbhai stated, “All major IT vendors
will be showcasing their products during the event. Visitors will get to touch
and feel the products including PCs, Laptops, Printers, servers, networÂking
products, UPS, monitors, netbooks, digital cameras, scanners, plotters,
multifunction devices, bio metric devices, backup devices among others.”
The event will also see CMDA focus on the concept of Green IT that will
further serve as the starting point for series of programs around the concept.
These program will extend information around Green IT products, power saving
techniques, e-waste management programs to IT users, dealers and vendors. During
the programs, members will enjoy guidance from renowned environmenÂtalists.
CMDA will also be conducting 12 technical seminars during the IT expo. The
main objective of these seminars will be to highlight newer technoÂlogies,
career opportunities and trends in the IT industry.
In addition, CMDA will also hold CIO conference. The main objective of the
above meet will be to bring IT heads of various organizations on CMDA's neutral
platform aside to discussing the latest trends and technology.