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IWCE is the pre-eminent integrated communications systems event for the working world.

Having the ability to receive the right information has never been more important. If you are responsible for the dependability, reliability and interoperability of your organization’s integrated communications systems, then IWCE is your must attend event. IWCE provides the applications and solutions you need in order to communicate anytime, anywhere.

Make connections with more than 355 leading edge exhibitors and collaborate in an educational environment that delivers meaningful information that allows you to do a better job.

IWCE attracts an array of integrated communication professionals including:

Enterprise Users from entities such as: Utilities, Transportation, Security, Construction, Education
Public Safety
Wireless Service Providers
IT Professionals
Dealers and Consultants

From Land Mobile Radio…to Wireless Mobility…Voice…Video…Data…and everything in-between…Communications Technology is Evolving…and so is IWCE.

THE CONFERENCE PROGRAM

IWCE provides a comprehensive educational program on integrated communications systems technology with in-depth coverage of the topics that are vital to you and your organization.

"I find that attending IWCE conferences are the most effective way for me to keep up with the rapidly changing technologies and equipment available in today's market."
-David L. Givan, Owner
D&D Crafts and Communications

Level 100 College of Technology workshops on Monday and Tuesday provide a good foundation for everything you need to know, from a basic overview of land mobile and a project management discussion to specific technology courses on mesh, radio over IP and WiMAX.

Level 400 College of Technology training courses for engineers, managers and supervisors provide technical reviews and real-world implementation.

NEW for 2009! WiMAX Engineering Overview

In addition to the College of Technology courses on Monday and Tuesday, IWCE offers a 2-day training course on WiMAX Engineering. This course is for those requiring an understanding of WiMAX standards for fixed and mobile broadband wireless access and applications such as point-to-multipoint data networking.

IWCE’s core conference program contains seminars on vital issues for the integrated communications systems professional. With tracks on Mobile Voice Communications, Mobile Data Communications, Interoperability, Spectrum Utilization and Emerging Technologies, the IWCE conference program delivers a compelling series of discussions on today’s most pressing issues.

In addition, the 2009 event will include Special Interest sessions with discussions related to specific industries like utilities, oil & gas and transportation, as well as specific issues, like grant writing and procurement. And, as always, IWCE is on the cutting edge of regulatory and policy discussions, with presentations from industry leaders and associations in the thick of the policy issues.

THE EXHIBITS

Exhibit Hall Hours:

Wednesday, March 18
Thursday, March 19
Friday, March 20

10:00am – 5:00pm
10:00am – 5:00pm
10:00am – 2:00pm

At IWCE, 355 exhibitors showcase the latest in integrated communications systems technology. IWCE exhibitors offer you solutions in:

Mobile Voice/Mobile Data
Paging
PCS/Cellular
Antennas and Accessories
Telematics
802. 11/Wi-Fi/WiMax

RF Engineering
VoIP
GPS
Towers
Surveillance Equipment
And a great deal more!

Don’t miss the Product Showcase, which provides you with the opportunity to view the most innovative technology the integrated communications systems industry has to offer.

NEW for 2009! Surveillance Pavilion
Surveillance is a hot topic in the integrated communications systems field. This new pavilion includes companies displaying products such as cables and connectors, cameras, consoles, data storage and transmission, digital recorders, monitors, video transmission equipment and so much more!

SPECIAL EVENTS

Make new business contacts, discuss industry trends, share ideas and problem solve, while still allowing some time for fun!

Keynote Presentation

Wednesday, March 18

8:30 am – 10:00 am

FREE TO ALL IWCE BADGED ATTENDEES

"It's a great show. I learn a lot and usually always make good business contacts. I always leave with renewed energy and excitement about this field of work."
-Michael Fletcher, Communications Consultant Gem State Communications

Dealer Workshop: New Technologies for Dealers

Wednesday, March 18

12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Cost: $99Leader: Andy Maxymillian, Consultant, Blue Wing Services

Lunch is included in the price of the workshop.

TETRA Overview

Wednesday, March 18

1:30 pm – 5:00 pm

FREE TO ALL IWCE BADGED ATTENDEES

Networking Reception
Wednesday, March 18
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Las Vegas Hilton
One free ticket is included with the Premium Package or 3-Day Conference/Exhibits Option. Otherwise, tickets are available for purchase for $35 each pre-show and $45 onsite.

General Session: Point/Counterpoint: IP for Mission Critical Communications – What Works and What Doesn’t?

Thursday, March 19

8:30 am – 10:00 am

FREE TO ALL IWCE BADGED ATTENDEES

IEEE’s Wireless Communication Engineering Technologies (WCET) Certification Program

Thursday, March 19

11:30 am – 12:15 pm

FREE TO ALL IWCE BADGED ATTENDEES

Lunch & Learn: TETRA and P25: An Open Discussion

Thursday, March 19

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Cost: $35

General Session: Should I Wait for the FCC’s 700 MHz Broadband System?

Friday, March 20

8:30 am – 10:00 am

FREE TO ALL IWCE BADGED ATTENDEES

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

IWCE would like to thank the Attendee and Exhibitor Advisory Committees for their continued guidance, feedback and support, without which IWCE would not be the esteemed event it is today.

INDUSTRY SUPPORT

IWCE 2009 is sponsored by Urgent Communications Magazine (formerly MRT Magazine ) and continues to be supported by over 62 allied publications and associations. It is these relationships that allow IWCE to continue to be the premier industry event each year.

"IWCE just gets better each year."
-Dan Bibeau, Manager Computel Communications