DC ACM

Objective:  To understand the vast complexities involved in obtaining and specifying correct and verifiable requirements.

Audience/Expected Skill Level:  Beginning to intermediate

Format: Lecture

Dr. Aiken is an Associate Professor with Virginia Commonwealth University's Department of Information Systems and is the Founding Director of Data Blueprint - a professional services company that was "spun off" from VCU to capitalize on developed intellectual property.  Data Blueprint's methods, associates, and projects increase the effectiveness with which data assets are focused in support of organizational strategy.  Dr. Aiken previously held the position of Computer Scientist with Office of the CIO of the Defense Information Systems Agency.  He has also been a Visiting Scientist at Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute.  He has authored or co-authored eight books including XML for Data Management and published research articles in the Communications of the ACM, IEEE Computer, the IBM Systems Journal and many others.  Dr. Aiken's achievements have resulted in recognition as one of the Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century and bibliographic entries in Who's Who in Science and Engineering, Who's Who in American Education and other biographical compilations.  He is the recipient of multiple, international awards.  His clear and concise presentation style make him a sought after speaker.