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Board Minutes 09/00 - 0601

Karen Sharpe(Chair)

Allan Boardman

John Hunter (Arrived 18.25)

Kamal Khan

Charles Mansour

John Mitchell

Gideon Pretorius

Archie Watt

Joseph Wright.

1. Apologies

Apologies had been received from

Annabel Lane

Michael Christoudolides

Bill Hawkins.

2. Minutes of the November Chapter Board Meeting

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved 1. JM 2. JW.

3. Action Points

All action points from the previous meeting had been completed with the exception of the following; Action

• Write an article for Datawatch and get another from contact (ongoing) ALL
• Ensure that Irene Gilchrist’s article is put on website BH
• Obtain more information from Raquel Bergquist re Eurocacs 2004 for next meeting

SB

• Contact Northern and Midland Chapters re the index of presentations to invite them to contribute CM
• Consider if there is enough market demand for training of this nature. Contact European Chapters one the events program is finalised. BH
• Consider the issue of Business Continuity as a Special Interest Group BH
• Board Members to supply CM with Away Day agenda by Away Day minus 2 weeks (Ongoing) ALL
• Board Members to progress question of 2003 Conference venues at next meeting (Ongoing) ALL
• The chapter contact at Rolling Meadows was not being updated automatically KS to ensure that they have up to date details KS
• The Chapter needs to put in a list of topics for Eurocacs 2002 ALL

1. Events

KS reported that the speaker for the next meeting in June and that next year’s program would be sorted out at the Awayday.

A discussion ensued of whether two chargeable events could be run in the current financial year, as would the programme of chargeable events for this year. There were difficulties in finding venues for normal working days and it might be better to run events at the weekend.

It was agreed that AW would get available dates from facility providers by the Away Day.

2. Finance

The Board received AW's Financial report. AW submitted accounts for May which were showing a potential loss of £400 and discussed a number factors leading to this outcome, together with the uncertainties surrounding it, including the lack of income from chargeable events, the unquantifiability of the invoices yet to come from ABM Amro, and those for the CISA review course.

It was agreed to add KS to the list of authorised signatories and a new bank mandate form was signed by the relevant officers. 1 AW 2 CM.

3. International Subscriptions

It was agreed that the fact that the international portion of the subscription was to rise from $110 to $ 115 next year should be drawn to the attention of Chapter members in the next edition of Datawatch.

KS was to ask Lynn Lawton to write an article about how ISACA international used this money.

4. CISA

MC’s report was submitted. A discussion ensued about the venue for this year’s CISA examination following a complaint about the unsuitability of venue which necessitated some members having stay overnight in London. AW explained that International used a firm to select a venue and to provide invigilators, and it was agreed that the board should do what it could to suggest more suitable venues to International for future examinations.

It was agreed that KS would raise the matter with the CISA international board members at the earliest opportunity and that MC would raise the matter with the CISA certification department.

5. Publications

The Board received AL's report.

JM reported the result of his negotiations with the Hungarian Chapter of provision of copies of Datawatch. They would be happy to use the Chapter’s Website to read them.

The matter of the chapter’s website was raised and It was agreed that all board members would check their entry on the Chapter’s website for accuracy and contact AB if changes were required.

A discussion ensued on the timing of the Mailshot in relation to Chapter meetings and it was agreed that, in future, then Mailshot would be issued one week in advance of the meeting, and, where possible, an e-mail message would be sent to chapter members.

JM gave AB the guidelines issued by International for chapter websites.

6. Membership

KK’s report was received and it was noted that reminders sent out to chapter members asking them to renew their membership had effective.

7. SIGS

There was nothing to report.

8. Library

There was nothing to report.

9. Research

There was nothing to report.

10. 2003 Conference

It was pointed out that, on the one hand, should the Chapter choose to host the conference, this would require a considerable commitment on the Chapter’s part in terms of the effort involved, and on the other hand, the Chapter might consider that it was its duty to host the conference from time to time. AW expressed his willingness to chair a sub-committee to organise a London conference. Consideration of this issue was remitted to the away day.

11. Any Other Business

• CM pointed out that the number of board members attending the AGM was relatively low.
• AB announced that the chapter manual is now on the website.
• CM stated that our DP Act registration needs to be updated.

John Mitchell (Chair)

Derek Oliver

Karen Sharpe

Archie Watt

Bill Hawkins

Joseph Wright

Allan Boardman

Davis Spaven

Gerry Penfold (left early)

Charles Mansour (Arrived 1845)

1. Apologies

Apologies had been received from

Kamal Khan

Annabel Lane

Michael Christoudolides

Steve Bailey

John Hunter

2. Minutes of the November Chapter Board Meeting

Subject to the alterations previously notified. 1. DO 2. KK

3. Action Points

All action points from the previous meeting had been completed with the exception of the following;

Chapter Manual updates Action AL Write an article for Datawatch and get another from a contact Ongoing JH to prepare a roster All

Prepare a paper outlining options for publicity among Security fraternity Action DO

Ensure that Irene Gilchrist's article is put on website. Action BH.

SB to obtain more information from Robert Bergquist re EuroCACS 2004 for the next meeting, and do some research on a suitable venue. Action SB

4. Events

Nothing to report.

The next meeting would be at ABN AMRO (invoices are still awaited from ABN).

5. Finance

The Board received AW's Financial report.

Chase haven't yet paid for the CISA course but payment is expected. Invoices still awaited from KPMG.

The new franking machine is rated at 10,000 items per month and will make administration much quicker and easier.

Mailshots are showing a profit, though costs have increased.

No invoices are expected from the Library so expected surplus is around £8,000.

The Audit Committee was confirmed as AL, KS and GP. AW to contact the Audit Committee members as soon as accounts are finalised.

JM to contact ABN re invoices.

JM reported that there had been a request from the PCM for donations for funds to a regional pool to support smaller Chapters to send representatives to PCM's. AW explained the reasons behind the request and the meeting discussed the potential benefits. The Board agreed to pay the sum of £300 into the fund.

6. CISA

The Board received reports from DS and MC.

DS to make a case to Rolling Meadows for a US$750 for reimbursement re CISA Marketing.

The Board discussed MC's CV and training ability, and whether he should be paid via a gift.

JM to contact MC, confirm his experience and get a CV.

JM to ask MC who he thought should be the second presenter.

JM to work on a contingency plan in the event of problems with CISA Review Course.

DS to verify that KPMG figures include VAT.

DS to discuss content and timing of CISA Review Course with MC.

The Board agreed that the costs should be

• Members £350.00
• Non Members £450.00

Discussions took place on timings. It was agreed that the course should be a minimum of 16 hrs and it should be made clear in the publicity that it is a workshop, not a course.

7. Publications

The Board received AL's report.

Members were asked to note that the deadline for copy for the next issue was February 26^th.

8. Membership

There was no report to hand.

JM believed that the Chapter had about 711 members.

9. SIGS

CM reported that he was seeking ways to publicise the Risk Special Interest Group.

10. Library

Nothing to report

11. Research

Nothing to report.

12. 2003 Conference

Remitted to next meeting

13. Any Other Business

JW was still examining options for the Chapter 20^th Anniversary celebrations. DO proposed that in place of a specific celebration, there should be a 'special' Christmas event at the Guildhall. The Board agreed this.

AW asked if we wanted to publicise ISACA and get a US$750 rebate.

DO informed the meeting of the Security Certification currently under discussion.

JM wanted to discuss dates for the Awayday at Wokefield Park. June 22^nd was a possibility.

No offers to host the Committee dinner had been received.

14. Date and Venue of Next Meeting

The next meeting would be held at KPMG, Salisbury Square on Wednesday February, 2001 at KPMG with a start time of 1800.

Chapter Manual updates Action AL Write an article for Datawatch and get another from a contact Ongoing JH to prepare a roster All

Prepare a paper outlining options for publicity among Security fraternity Action DO

Ensure that Irene Gilchrist's article is put on website. Action BH.

SB to obtain more information from Robert Bergquist re EuroCACS 2004 for the next meeting, and do some research on a suitable venue. Action SB

AW to contact the Audit Committee members as soon as accounts are finalised.

JM to contact ABN re invoices.

DS to make a case to Rolling Meadows for a US$750 for reimbursement re CISA Marketing.

JM to contact MC, confirm his experience and get a CV.

JM to ask MC who he thought should be the second presenter.

JM to work on a contingency plan in the event of problems with CISA Review Course.

DS to verify that KPMG figures include VAT.

DS to discuss content and timing of CISA Review Course with MC.

6 December 2000

John Mitchell (Chair)

Steve Bailey

Michael Christoudolides

John Hunter

Charles Mansour

Karen Sharpe

David Spaven

Archie Watt (arr. 1813)

1. Apologies

Apologies had been received from

Allan Boardman

Bill Howard

Kamal Khan

Annabel Lane

Derek Oliver

Gerry Penfold

Joseph Wright

2. Minutes of the October Chapter Board Meeting

The June Minutes were accepted, Subject to the alterations previously notified. CM confirmed that they had been changed 1. DO 2. KK

3. Action Points

All action points from the previous meeting had been completed with the exception of the following;

Chapter Manual updates Action AL Write an article for Datawatch and get another from a contact Ongoing JH to prepare a roster All

Put Chapter details in BT phone directory Action NW

AW to bring to next meeting 20 extra copies of Datawatch for Board members to distribute as they see fit. AW to make alternative arrangements if required to ensure copies arrive. Action AW

Prepare a paper outlining options for publicity among Security fraternity Action DO

Raise appearance of renewal invoice at next PDM. Action JM

Ensure that Irene Gilchrist's article is put on website. Action BH.

Add Irene Gilchrist to circulation list so that she can receive mailshots etc. Action NW

Produce estimates re 20^th Birthday celebs including a smaller scale operation. Action JW

4. Events

KS thanked CM for standing in at the last minute when the November speaker couldn't make it.

KS confirmed that the December speaker was OK for the session on 7^th December at ABN AMRO, and that the speaker for January was definitely available. The technical presentations were all OK for the rest of the season.

JM reminded the Board that the Members meeting was to take place the next day. CM was to e-mail the two absent members on the rota to ensure that they knew they should be there. Action CM

There were not the same facilities at ABN AMRO to collect the £20 fee from non-members. The Board Greed that whilst the meetings were being held at ABN AMRO, the Board member doing the introductory speech should ask non members to identify themselves.

There was a need to replenish wine vouchers. JM to obtain a stock and send to speakers with 'thank you' letters. Action JM

5. Finance

AW presented the financial statement to the Board. AW stated that the meeting costs were estimates pending receipt of invoices from ABN AMRO

The condition of the printer was causing problems. It was in the course of being repaired, but it was likely that a new one would be required soon. Likewise the franking machine would probably need replacement due to new PO security requirements. The Board agreed that AW should make a provision for replacement in 2001. Action AW

The mailshot arrangement with IIR, whereby they got a free mailshot in return for member discounts at conferences, had involved 4 mailshots to date and was proving expensive. The Board agreed that IIR would have to bear the costs of the mailshot in future. JM to contact them.

Action JM

AW reported that the accrual for Datawatch costs was probably on the pessimistic side.

There had been a gain on exchange rate of about £1240 due to the fluctuations between the dollar and the pound.

The Board agreed to accept AW's report

6. CISA

DS had not produced a written report, but made a verbal report.

There had been a steady stream of enquiries for both the CISA exam and the revision course.

DS had heard nothing more about the approach from the Auditor General of Guyana for CISA training.

Nancy Watt had referred the case of a Mike Galer to DS. He was 46 hours short of the CPE hours and requested exemption. The Board agreed that the case should be referred to Rolling Meadows. Action DS

MC said that there had been problems with the CISA review course, and that it would better to hold an intensive weekend course rather than eight evening courses. Wokefield Park was suggested as a venue. Based on an estimated attendance of 25, the Board agreed that MS should prepare a Business Plan for a weekend training event. Action MC

DS was to check availability of Wokefield Park. Action DS

7. Publications

The Board received AL's report.

The Chapter had entered the Chapter newsletter competition

8. Membership

The Board received KK's report.

The Board agreed to use both the web based Forum and Listserve for member discussion, and approved the associated expenditure of £199 by AB.

The Committee discussion Forum ws not being used much. The Board agreed to keep it, but that Board members should use e-mail if they wanted another Board member to do anything rather than rely on the Forum.

Board members were encouraged to more actively promote the Chapter Web Site. Action All

9. SIGS

CM reported that the Risk Special Interest Group evening meeting had not received enough support to make it worthwhile. The one-day workshop was also being put on hold until more enthusiasm could be generated.

CM to contact AB with a view to publicising the Risk Special Interest Group on the Web Site.

Action CM

10. Library

Nothing to report

11. Research

The Board discussed the issue and decided that until we can commit as a Cahpter, we should not do anything.

Funds were still being sought for CobIT 3^rd Edition, and it was better to put the money into CobIT.

There was a need to consider the matter for inclusion on the 2001 budget. Action JM/AW

12. Any Other Business

KS stated that the newsletter needed updating to take account of the changes to the events calendar. Action NW

Re MIS courses, a proposal had gone to the three UK Chapters whereby, in return for promotion of the courses, MIS would offer members a 10% discount, and the Chapter got a £50 per member reward. JM recommended declining the proposal, though the Midlands and Northern Chapters were keen to go ahead. JM to tell MIS that London Chapter were not interested and to re-negotiate to obtain a better benefit.. Action JM

Ray Butler of the Northern Chapter has reported that CIPFA and the IIA were getting together for a joint conference next year and wanted our involvement in distributing copy and receiving a discount in return. The Board agreed that sponsoring rival conferences could pose a problem. JM was to write to Ray Butler expressing the Board's concerns. Action JM

Discussion took place as to whether the Chapter would want to host the 2003 EuroCACS conference. It was agreed that CM would table the matter for discussion at the next meeting. Action CM

Robert Bergquist (Rolling Meadows) had a pack outlining what was involved. SB to obtain more information for the next meeting, and do some research on a suitable venue. Action SB

13. Date and Venue of Next Meeting

The next meeting would be held at KPMG, Salisbury Square on Wednesday January 10^th, 2001 at KPMG with a start time of 1800.

From Last Meeting

From This Meeting

1 November 2000

Present

John Mitchell

Derek Oliver

Kamal Khan

Charles Mansour

Karen Sharpe

John Hunter

Bill Hawkins

1. Apologies

Apologies had been received from

Steve Bailey

Michael Christodoulides

Allan Boardman

Archie Watt

John Hunter

Gerry Penfold

David Spaven

2. Minutes of the June Chapter Board Meeting

The June Minutes were accepted. 1. DO 2. KK

3. Action Points

All action points from the previous meeting had been completed with the exception of the following;

Chapter Manual updates	AL
CM to produce a discussion paper on Computer Auditors and Turnbull	CM
Write an article for Datawatch and get another from a contact Ongoing JH to prepare a roster	All
Ask students to obtain research articles	GP/KS
Put Chapter details in BT phone directory	NW
Names of journalists etc to DO. Mailshot these names	All
Column in Mailshot re CISA certification	DS
Display stand and info packs to QEII Centre for Compsec	DS/NW
Digital Signatures press release – DO to re-write press release and issue	All/DO

4. Events

KS has reminded speaker for the next meeting to provide a pen picture and a biographical article for website and Datawatch.

AW to bring to next meeting 20 extra copies of Datawatch for Board members to distribute as they see fit. AW to make alternative arrangements if required to ensure copies arrive. Action AW

Compsec: No security people on board, but they're interested. Need to advertise in a Security Journal. ISACA Central will fund for up to £750 advertising. DO to look at possibility of publicising us to Security fraternity and prepare a paper outlining options. Action DO

CM reported that the ICAEW were holding an event on 17 November, but that there was no rebate for ISACA members. CM to get a copy of flier and send to JM. Action CM

5. Finance

The Board received the Income and Expenditure Account prepared by AW. It indicated that there was a healthy surplus. The report was accepted.

6. CISA

The board received David Spaven's report, which was accepted.

There had been one request for a tender document. The 'drop dead' date for receipt of tenders was November 30.

Alternative scenarios were discussed, in the event that there were no tenders. The favoured option ws to set up a Special Interest Group like body hosted by a Board member.

7. Publications

The Board received the report from AL.

The discussion pages on the website were not quite working . Software to improve matters would cost in the region of £70. The Board authorised purchase.

8. Membership

KK reported that the membership involce amounts did not add up. AW had e-mailed Rolling Meadows and they will be re-invoicing.

JM to raise appearance of renewal invoice at next PDM. Action JM

KK to e-mail Rolling Meadows re membership details transmitted on diskette. Action KK

DO will raise matter at visit to Rolling Meadows next month. Action DO

9. SIGS

BH reported that the Network Special Interest Group had been wound up after 15 meetings. It had been a successful Special Interest Group.

CM reported that a meeting of the Risk Special Interest Group was scheduled for December ahead of a full day session.

CM to produce a list of the objectives of this Special Interest Group for Datawatch. Action CM

10. Library

It was decided to re-instate the Library. Irene Gilchrist wanted to get the Library up and running and will write an article for the website. BH to ensure that article is put on website. Action BH.

There was a problem over the status of the collection ( either 'deposit' or 'donations') . It was agreed to keep it as 'deposit' as the Board would retain greater control that way.

The Chapter would need to fund the purchase of binding materials. It was agreed to fund between £50/100.

Nancy watt to add Irene Gilchrist to circulation list so that she can receive mailshots etc. Action NW

11. Research

KK had nothing to report under this heading

12. Any Other Business

20^th Birthday Celebrations

JW needed more information. The cost of £25 was too much. Venues such as Vinopolis were suggested. It was agreed that the event would be subsidised.

JW to produce estimates, including a smaller scale operation. Action JW

13. Date and Venue of Next Meeting

The President thanked Karen Sharpe for organising the venue for this meeting at such short notice.

The next meeting would be held at KPMG, Salisbury Square on Wednesday December 6^th 2000 at 1800 (Venue to be confirmed)

From Last Meeting

From This Meeting

AW to bring to next meeting 20 extra copies of Datawatch for Board members to distribute as they see fit. AW to make alternative arrangements if required to ensure copies arrive. Action AW

Prepare a paper outlining options for publicity among Security fraternity Action DO

Get a copy of the ICAEW flier and send to JM. Action CM

Raise appearance of renewal invoice at next PDM. Action JM

E-mail Rolling Meadows re membership details transmitted on diskette. Action KK

DO will raise above matter at visit to Rolling Meadows next month. Action DO

Ensure that Irene Gilchrist's article is put on website. Action BH.

Add Irene Gilchrist to circulation list so that she can receive mailshots etc. Action NW

Produce estimates re 20^th Birthday celebs including a smaller scale operation. Action JW

1. Present: John Mitchell

Archie Watt

Kamal Khan

David Spaven

Derek Oliver

Michael Christodoulides

2. Apologies: Steve Bailey

Gerry Penfold

John Hunter

Karen Sharpe

Bill Hawkins

Charles Mansour

Annabel Lane

Allan Boardman

Joseph Wright

3. Minutes of September Committee Meeting

Changes to be made: JM was not present at the last meeting so could not have been a proposer. Subject to this point the minutes were proposed by DO, seconded by MC, carried.

4. Action Points

3. Events

JW was not present, so defer discussion of anniversary celebration until next meeting.

There was discussion on whether the chapter wanted to run a "Basic Audit Training" course. It was agreed that the members were probably experienced and not likely to benefit from such a course; should be working at the more advanced end of the market.

4. Finance

Report previously circulated. Discussion about projected increase in costs of membership meetings. SB & NW to investigate as per AGW suggestion.

5. CISA

Report of results received by JM and DS. The average score for Domain 3 was 74 (ie fail), the remainder of domains were >75.

One revised ITT had been requested and sent out. MC will send out to contacts. The cut-off date will be 30.11.00 in the event that arms have to be twisted.

DS report also received. DS will send box of bulletins to NW.

6. Publications

Report received from AL. Request from DO for list of names of journalists and other interested parties. Thereafter DO will write to them (via NW) enclosing a copy of Datawatch and brochure.

7. Membership

KK report previously circulated. AGW reported the current membership number is in fact 711. On maintenance of CISA and out of work, arrangements may be made to waive on a case by case basis, but usually only on the grounds of ill health.

DS to write a section in the next Mailshot to remind CISA passers to apply for certification.

KK will arrange to receive "contact details" from Rolling Meadows.

Online bookings has been set up for some time and working well.

Other purchases/payments on-line to be referred to main ISACA website.

8. SIGs

No report.

9. Marketing plan

No report.

10. Research

Still no subjects which excite interest; hold on for the moment.

JM requested volunteers to set up stand at Compsec. DS will arrange for stand to be sent to the QEII centre for 31 October. NW to create 200 info packs and send.

DO reported the demise of c:cure; he continues to liaise with BSI/DTI to ensure that CISA remains on the agenda.

KK circulated press release on Digital Signatures; comments requested to DO and he will send out.

AGW suggested having attendance statistics published on website. JM requested that CM collate statistics for attendance over the past year, for internal use at first.

JM to write in Mailshot about EGM and right to attend committee meeting as observers.

The meeting closed at 7.30pm

The next meeting will take place on 2 November.

Charles Mansour (Chair)

Allan Boardman

Michael Christodoulides

Bill Hawkins

Annabel Lane

Gerry Penfold

Derek Oliver

Joe Wright

1. Apologies

Apologies had been received from

John Mitchell

Steve Bailey

Kamal Khan

Archie Watt

Karen Sharpe

John Hunter

David Spaven

2. Minutes of the June Chapter Board Meeting

The June Minutes were accepted. 1. JM 2. CM

3. Minutes of the Awayday Meeting on June 30^th

These were approved 1.GP 2. BH

4. Action Points

All action points from the previous meeting had been completed with the exception of the following;

Chapter Manual updates Action AL

CM to produce a discussion paper on Computer Auditors and Turnbull Action CM

Prepare an article for Webtrust for Datawatch - Superseded - Action GP

Advertise re BCS CASG meeting admission reduction in Datawatch Action AL

Develop hit counter for website Action AB

Draft Schedule of chargeable events for September Meeting Action SB

Publicity materials for IIR to be mailed out asap Action JM / NW

Inform Irish Northern and Midlands Chapters re Datawatch pricing policy Action JM

Write an article for Datawatch and get another from a contact Action All

Ask students to write research articles Action GP / KS

Raise question of 'where does research money actually go' at PCM in Milan Action JM

Put Chapter details in BT phone directory Action NW

Identify key parliamentary IT committees and lobby Action DO

Investigate possible celebratory events events for 20^th Anniversary Action All

Action Points

The Board agreed that an inordinate amount of time was spent in going through the action points from previous meetings. Following discussion it was agreed that each Board member having actin to report back should prepare a written report to go out with the agenda for the meeting. CM to communicate proposal to all Board members.

5. Events

The rota for Chapter Board members attendance at technical presentations indicated that JW and AW were to attend the September meeting.

Attendance at Compsec had been arranged. AB would cover pm November 1^st, and DO would cover the pm slot on November 2^nd.

SB was to prepare a list of events for circulation with the next mailshot. Action SB

Re the offer by KPMG to provide accommodation for monthly Chapter meetings /technical presentations, JM to contact Jackie Bowles of KPMG to ensure that a rolling three month booking was in place ( Jackie already has the dates. Action JM

Re Training venues, there was no possibility of obtaining accommodation free from Board members' firms, because 'hands on' facilities were scarce. SB to obtain quoted from commercial IT suppliers (preferably outside London - the Open University at Milton Keynes was mentioned as a possibility). Action SB

A proposal had been received from an Australian firm, Auditwest to hold an audit course in London. The Board decided to decline the offer. JM to send a letter to Auditwest declining their offer. Action JM

The matter of the Chapter providing basic audit training was discussed. It was agreed that the matter was due for re-visiting. CM to add as an agenda item for the next Board Meeting. Action CM

CM to send an e-mail to KS and JM asking to ensure the availability of Vernon Pool e for the September technical presentation Action CM

As a fallback. Board members rostered to attend monthly Chapter technical presentations were to hold an interactive workshop covering the subject matter in the event of the non appearance of the speaker. In such cases it was agreed that non members would have the opportunity of a refund if they decided to leave.

Action All

6. Finance
   
   The Board received the Income and Expenditure Account prepared by AW.

The Board approved the write back of the KPMG meeting charges.

7. CISA

The board received David Spaven's report.

MC indicated that there were inconsistencies in the draft tender document. He would fix them. There was a problem about how to communicate the Invitation the tender to Datawatch. DO would send a copy of the test blueprint Action DO

MC would prepare an ITT document for publication in Datawatch Action MC

DO reported that the examination set of questions was likely to be difficult but that the technical ingredient was not likely to be as high as in recent years.

8. Publications

The Board received the report from AL.

AL reported that there were enough articles for the next issue.

AL requested guidance as to how best to include the Chapter 20^th Anniversary in Datawatch. Response was sought from all Board Members.

CM was to include the topic in the agenda for the next Board meeting. Action CM

AB requested that all should use the Board discussion page on the website for to post their contributions. Action All

9. Membership

No discussion

10. SIGS

BH reported that there had been little activity.

The anti fraud Special Interest Group was to hold a meeting in the week commencing September 18^th September. There may be a problem with a speaker. JW to progress the matter. Action JW

There was to be a meeting of the IT Governance Special Interest Group on September 21^st.

The Risk Special Interest Group was due to hold its next meeting toward the end of October / beginning of November.

AB encouraged the use of the Website as a means to propagate news of SIGS Action All Special Interest Group co-ordinators

A user list had been developed. JH was to send a copy to CM/KK Action JH

11. Research

A brief discussion took place on the matter. The Board agreed that it should feature as an agenda item on the agenda for the next Board meeting. CM to put on agenda. Action CM

KK to supply a paper on the subject in time for the next meeting. Action KK

12. Any Other Business

Marketing Plan

It was agreed that marketing was too expensive was likely to prove to be prohibitively expensive. The item was to be added to the agenda for the next Board meeting as an agenda item . Action CM

Date and Venue of Next Meeting

Wednesday, October 4^th 2000 at KPMG Salisbury Sq at 1800.

Advance apologies from CM (holidays)

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