CDS is pleased to announce its certification into the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program. In order to become a Gold Certified Partner, CDS had to meet thorough standards, proving knowledge, skills and commitment in advising organizations implementing Microsoft technologies. Through this rigorous process, CDS exhibited dedication and proficiency, backed by recurring excellence as an Independent Software Vendor and Microsoft Certified Developer.

Microsoft reserves this level of certification for those who possess the highest level of competency and expertise. CDS Group is proud to enter this prestigious arena.

The VideoMinutes team at CDS Group went to Harvard recently, where they video captured and live streamed Gov 2.0 Camp New England.

www.videominutes.net) and MakeAMotion (www.makeamotion.net), were created to assist government officials in enhancing access to public information through online meeting videos. “We believe being the video sponsor of this event is an ideal fit and a great way to share our commitment to open government with other supporters,” states CDS Group CEO Ren Baker. “Now, people who are unable to attend can watch the live webcast and still gain insight in to the topics discussed.”

Gov 2.0 Camp New England was an “unconference” on the use of social media tools and Web 2.0 technologies to create a more effective, efficient and collaborative government. Over 200 people attended the event, which was sponsored and hosted by the Harvard Kennedy School, Joan Shorenstein Center on the Press, Politics and Public Policy. Attendees included elected officials, government employees, students, researchers, and constituents interested in improving government through social media and Web 2.0 technology.

The day was kicked off by a number of 5-minute lightning talks on Gov 2.0 topics. Sessions topics included open data, citizen engagement, public meeting engagement, social media, mapping 2.0, Newbie, cities, counties and state government, etc.

To view the archived videos of the event, go to http://www.videominutes.net/gov20ne.

CDS CEO Presents to NJ Freeholders

Ren Baker, CDS Group CEO, recently presented Using Video to Reach Constituents, at the New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) 2010 Annual Conference at Bally's Park Place in Atlantic City, NJ.

Baker outlined the many benefits of using this new media to enhance communication, increase access, engage citizens and reach new target markets. CDS also demonstrated MakeAMotion.NET and VideoMinutes.NET during the conference.

VideoMinutes.NET ITC Video Sponsor

CDS Group's video archiving solution, VideoMinutes.NET recently served as the video sponsor at the Inter- governmental Technology Summit in Camp Hill, PA. CDS captured the summit keynote address, as well as a number of training sessions throughout the day. The videos can be viewed on the summit's site at www.govresources.com.