Speaker Presentations - Tuesday April 17, 2007
Some sessions did not have presentations, and some presenters have not provided their presentations for download.
OpenTravel Introduction
For those who are new to OpenTravel or those who just need a review of OpenTravel structure, processes and staff, join us for breakfast and a warm-up for the conference.
Opening Remarks
Update on the OpenTravel Alliance
John Turato, Chair, OpenTravel Board of Directors
Keynote SpeakerBob Allen, CEO and Chief Storytelling Officer, i.d.e.a.s.
Niche Segments in the Evolving Realm of Electronic Distribution
Electronic distribution is making inroads into historically voice-dominated niche travel segments like cruise, adventure travel and time share, and these segments are now embracing the internet and other channels. This panel will discuss the trends and issues as these segments apply electronic distribution to their own business models.
Participants
Clay Dickinson, EDS - Moderator
Robert Hirsch, Adventure Central
Joe Navarro, Norwegian Cruise Lines
Quentin Moores, Pegasus
Architecture Review
The architecture sub-committee has been one of the most active teams in OpenTravel. Team leads will describe ongoing projects and solicit input from the audience for future projects.
Speaker Presentations - Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Registration and Certification Review
Interested in understanding OpenTravel's registration and certification programs? Come to the this informal breakfast program to find out the difference between the two programs and how they can benefit your company.
Workgroup Update and New Projects Discussion
This session will review all projects across all verticals which were published in the 2006B release and scheduled to be published in the 2007A release. In addition, future potential projects will be discussed and evaluated.
Beyond XML: Service Oriented Architecture
More and more travel companies are using SOA to run their technology. How do OpenTravel specifications work within an SOA environment? How should OpenTravel evolve to be more effective in this environment?
Participants
David Nichols, Accenture - Moderator
Puneet Bhargava, Worldspan
Kevin Camenzuli, Avis Budget Group
John MacDonald, Sabre
Luncheon Speaker - Kevin Short, EDS
OpenTravel Outside the US
Travel companies outside the US are implementing OpenTravel specifications at a fast-increasing rate. How do business models outside the US impact the implementation of OpenTravel messages, and how should OpenTravel evolve to meet the needs of non-US travel business?
Participants
John Lambe, OpenJaw Technologies - Moderator
Laurent Fabre, ReservIT/Interface Technologies
Michael Hughes, Cultuzz
Roland Moor, Lufthansa Systems
Darrin Talbot, British Airways
Mobile Applications and OpenTravel Specifications
Travel companies, especially outside the US, are embracing mobile devices as a new distribution channel. How can OpenTravel facilitate the growth of this not-to-be-ignored channel and meet the needs of travel companies who are utilizing these devices?
Participants
Alon Kronenberg, IBM
Dan Romescu, Cellixx
Ideas Market
Do you ever feel that the best part of a conference happens between sessions in casual discussions? Attend this Idea Market where Conversation Leaders and Facilitators stir up lively discourse with attendees on a variety of topics in a highly interactive, fluid session.
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