In addition to sponsoring the wireless hot spot for attendees and the new blog room CRT sponsors several IT related sessions at the REALTORS Conference & Expo. Here are the sessions CRT is sponsoring at the upcoming conference in New Orleans, November 10 -13.
Digital Identity in Real Estate - Beyond Tokens
We will look at the role digital certificates might play in the real estate transaction. How can digital certificates be used in real estate? What are their advantages and how can a real estate practitioner use them to capture the consumer? Digital credentials allow for single sign-ons, e-signatures, encrypted messages, more secure access and content management. They are a key success factor in transaction management. Be better prepared to make decisions and answer questions about this important component of secure transactions.
Accelerating Technology to Engage the Consumer
Today’s market is all about getting in front of the consumer. What new technologies are there today to help you do that? We’ll review leading edge products and how they can assist you create the business buzz you need to be successful. The panel of experts will share their knowledge and product insight about the latest technologies for real estate professionals.
The ABCs of ISPs
Do you know what to look for when you need managed hosting solutions. How do you get the best deal? What do you need to include? What responsibilities belong to whom? How do you determine which responsibilities belong to the ISP and which you should retain control over. Are you aware of the impact Net Neutrality laws may have on Internet Services? Take home answers to these and other related questions!
White Powder, Bird Flu, Hurricanes and Hackers
We will focus on business continuity and disaster recovery; what to do when you can’t access your office, can’t work out of a central location; the office no longer exists or is severely damaged. We will also discuss how to protect your organization from the ever growing threat of cyber attacks. Take home processes, procedures and management action items to ensure your business survives the new threats of the 21st century.
Web 2.0 and Mashups Web 2.0 and mashups are the next generation of website usage. A mashup is a website or web application that uses content from more than one source to create a completely new service. Much the way blogs are revolutionizing online publishing, mashups are revolutionizing web development . In real estate this might contain: listings served from an MLS; maps of the listing; an AVM model to demonstrate the value of a particular property; public records data for additional info on a property; news services; or market statistics and data. The real value will be in the simplicity of its use. Learn how, through creativity and a combination of web services, you can use your web site to attract and engage the real estate consumer.
In addition, we will likely have a session on blogs in real estate as well. If you are interested in participating in the sessions please contact Todd Costigan.
You will also have an opportunity to help rebuild New Orleans. We urge you to participate. CRT will be.
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*Unfortunately, Hank, our in-house Mai Tai enthusiast, will not be able to attend 
