Malaysian Government Open Source Software Conference (MyGOSSCON)

5-6 November 2008, PICC Putrajaya

The Open Source Competency Centre (OSCC) has successfully completed Phase I of the Malaysian Public Sector OSS Master Plan Programme, which focussed on Laying the Foundation and Early Adoption stages.The programme is currently in Phase II - Accelerated Adoption stage, which targets to further accelerate OSS adoption in Public Sector.

The Malaysian Government Open Source Software Conference (MyGOSSCON) is an event held to support the Phase II - Accelerated Adoption. Following the success of the first MyGOSSCON in 2007, this popular event is back again this year to bring you the latest trends in OSS. In line with the Phase II targets, the theme for this year is Accelerated OSS Adoption for Innovative Public Service Delivery

To Be Officiated by KSN

International Speakers

  OSS Showcase Exhibition

OSS Case Study Awards

A host of local and international speakers will present 35 papers covering global trends, technology, education, success stories and many more interesting topics. The OSS Showcase Exhibition will have about 40 booths displaying various OSS solutions available for both public and private sector users.

Organiser

Co-organiser

 

Theme

Accelerate OSS Adoption for Innovative Public Service Delivery

Objectives

  • To enhance the quality of public service delivery through OSS
  • To proliferate OSS development and implementation in the public sector
  • To enhance synergy between Business, Public Higher Education Institutions and Public Sector Communities
  • To stimulate and increase growth of the local ICT industry
  • To provide a platform for sharing of knowledge and experience among the participants

Targeted Participants

  • Government agencies
  • National Higher Education Institutes (Universities and Colleges)
  • Non-Government Agencies (NGOs)
  • Business / Industry Sector utilizing OSS
  • OSS Communities / Groups

Fees

Participants Conference fees (2 days) How to register
Public sector None By invitation only
Private sector RM350 Contact PIKOM for registration and payment
General public RM350 Contact PIKOM for registration and payment

Each conference participants will receive conference materials, meals and access to OSS Showcase Exhibition.