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SAS Business Analytics Users Initiate the SAS Singapore User Group
Local user group to further the interests of SAS Professionals
Singapore
(May 27, 2009)
– SAS, the leader in business analytics software and services, today announced the introduction of the new SAS Singapore User Group. This is an initiative driven by SAS users with the support of SAS Singapore triggered by the growing demand for greater collaboration in the business analytics sector. The introduction of the User Group is timely as business intelligence software tops the list of technology spending priorities for companies in 2009, according to a Gartner survey of more than 1,500 CIOs worldwide , making it imperative for like-minded users to gather and discuss ways to optimize the SAS solution.
The key objectives of the SAS Singapore User Group are:
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networking and exchanging ideas about using SAS technology and services within user group members
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enhancing the understanding of SAS software and services, including new SAS releases
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having more influence over the direction of SAS software and services
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professional advancement through the promotion of the advantages for leveraging business analytic
“The User Group provides an excellent opportunity for business analytics users to meet, share knowledge and experience, and learn more about SAS solutions from colleagues, peers and professionals. Whether you're a seasoned business analytics software user with practical tips to share, or a newcomer who'd like to interact with others, a user group is an excellent way to get the most value from your SAS technology,” said Eric Sandosham, Chairman of the Executive Committee of SAS Singapore User Group. “By learning what’s worked from other users and SAS professionals dealing with similar challenges, you can apply the techniques and skills you've learned as soon as you return to work.”
Chaired by Eric Sandosham, Head of Decision Management, South East Asia, Citibank, the SAS Singapore User Groups’ Executive Committee members include leaders from different industries. The members include:
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Tan Boon Huat, Chief Executive Director, People’s Association
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Lawrence Antioch, Managing Director, Group Risk, DBS Bank Ltd
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Steve Miller, Dean of School of Information Systems, Singapore Management University
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Vivienne Tan, Vice President, Manufacturing Excellence and Quality Systems, STATSChipPAC
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Prof. Chua Tin Chiu, Associate Dean, Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore
The Executive Committee will focus on setting the direction and strategy of the user group, while at the same time, initiate key activities to meet the needs of the users.
“We have always focused on helping our customers use analytical software to find answers, uncover insights and make smarter business decisions. The close relationship between SAS and its customers includes support for many local, regional, international and special-interest SAS user groups. We are dedicated to helping organizations get the most out of their investments in our business analytics software and we are fully supportive of the new User Group,” said Bill Lee, Managing Director, Singapore & Emerging Markets, SAS.
ABOUT SAS SINGAPORE USER GROUP
The SAS Singapore User Group was established in response to the growing demand for greater collaboration in the business analytics sector. It provides a forum for SAS users to exchange ideas, increase their knowledge of SAS® software, and support their professional advancement.
About SAS
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