BISNIS Computers – Eurasian Standards in IT Program, 08/21 – 09/18, 2004

BISNIS
July 8, 2004

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR U.S. IT COMPANIES TO ESTABLISH DIRECT
RELATIONS WITH EURASIAN COUNTERPARTS!

Dear Colleague,

The Special American Business Internship Training (SABIT), Program at
the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington DC, is currently seeking
U.S. Companies and Organizations interested in hosting site visits for
an upcoming SABIT Standards in Information Technology program – August
21 through September 18, 2004.

The SABIT Standards Program provides in-depth training opportunities
for groups of standards and conformity assessment experts from Eurasia
in an effort to foster understanding of U.S. standards and inspire
confidence in U.S. products and services.

The Standards in IT Program will provide 18 information technology
specialists from Eurasia one month of intensive exposure to
U.S. practices in standards development and product certification, and
offer site visits and direct interaction with U.S. computer hardware
and software manufacturers, industry associations, testing labs, as
well as local, state, and federal government agencies.

The delegation members represent national regulatory bodies, testing
laboratories, and universities as well as private IT companies from
nine countries in Eurasia. All delegates have been carefully screened
by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

SABIT is currently seeking U.S. hosts across the United States to
provide training for half- and full-day sessions in topics including
standards development, product manufacturing, software and hardware
testing, and quality control. SABIT invites all interested parties to
inquire about hosting opportunities. U.S. companies are welcome to
develop a training event or site visit that suits each host’s
needs. Suggested models include:

·Speakers/presentations at your facility (SABIT can help arrange sites
for presentations if your facility is unavailable)
·Manufacturing/testing tours
·Interactive discussion sessions with the delegates

SABIT will cover the majority of program costs for all delegates,
including round-trip airfare to the United States, all domestic
U.S. transportation, housing, insurance, per diem for meals and
incidentals, and interpreters to travel with the group. In turn,
U.S. host organizations are asked to cover all costs of the training
they provide. Delegate bios and suggested program topics are attached
to this e-mail.

Participation in SABIT offers a unique opportunity for both
U.S. companies and Eurasian delegates. Site visits offer solid,
practical experience for the Eurasian standards experts and give
U.S. businesses and organizations an unparalleled opportunity to
establish firsthand contacts for working in the markets of Eurasia.

*** This IT program will be SABIT’s final Standards Program***

To learn about the program and hosting opportunities, contact SABIT
directly – Standards Program Coordinator Melissa Jordan (Tel:
202-482-2086; E-mail: melissa_jordan@ita.doc.gov; Web:
)

SEE BELOW FOR BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES OF DELEGATION MEMBERS:

SPECIAL AMERICAN BUSINESS INTERNSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM
STANDARDS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
AUGUST 21, 2004 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2004

I. ARMENIA

1. Levon Aslanyan, Head of Discrete Molding Department
Institute for Informatics and Automation Problems
Armenian National Academy of Sciences
Yerevan, Armenia

Education: PhD in computer science and IT, MSc in mathematical
cybernetics and technical certification in computer hardware design.
Background: Department head at institute for more than 30 years. Also
executive director of IT Development Foundation of Armenia since
1999. For seven years, has served as chairman of the Information
Technologies Technical Committee for the Armenian State Department for
Standardization, Certification, and Metrology, representing Armenia
with ISO TC46 and similar bodies.
Interests: Development of partnerships with U.S. IT companies, testing
labs, and standards organizations. Localization of IT standards for
English Language Skills: Good

2. Sofa Khanjyan, Lead Specialist
National Institute of Standards and Quality
Yerevan, Armenia

Education: Economist with certification in standardization, metrology
and conformity assessment from the SARM Training Center, Yerevan.
Background: Standards developer for the Armenian government since
2001, with a private sector background in economics and investment
prior to government service. Also teaches seminars on standards issues
at the Yerevan Institute of Economics.
Interests: System of standards in the United States. Application of
standards to the IT industry.
English Language Skills: Fair

3. Tigran Potikyan, Chief Specialist
National Standards Fund Management and Information Service
National Institute of Standards and Quality
Yerevan, Armenia

Education: Lawyer with technical certification in conformity
assessment and quality systems from the SARM Training Center in
Yerevan. Currently completing additional degree in Information
Technology at Moscow State University of Economics, Statistics, and
Information Science.
Background: Formerly an attorney for the Armenian Consumer Rights
Protection Union. Since 2001, chief specialist for the National
Institute of Standards and Quality in Yerevan.
Interests: U.S. standards system and U.S. experience in standards and
certification for IT products. English Language Skills: Fair
========================================== II. AZERBAIJAN

Igor Zhitsky, E-Commerce Manager AZEL (Azerbaijan Electronics) Baku,
Azerbaijan

Education: Degree in management information systems for software and
hardware. Additional training in business management and systems
engineering.
Background: With AZEL since 1996. Started as computer service
engineer, moved to deputy head of sales, and now serves as E-commerce
manager for Azel, the leading IT company in Azerbaijan.
Interests: Expanded knowledge of U.S. IT and telecom standards. Wants
to understand business practices of successful U.S. IT
companies. Hopes to build business contacts and establish
relationships with IT manufacturers and distributors.
English Language Skills: Good
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III. BELARUS
Siarhei Sazanovich, Project Manager
Software Development Division
Algorithm
Grodno, Belarus

Education: Advanced degrees in physics and teaching. Currently getting
additional degree in English.
Background: With private firm Algorithm since 1993 as project manager,
handling server and network programs, security and localization
issues, and client consultations. Algorithm is a developer and
manufacturer of computer software. The firm also wholesales, services,
and repairs computer hardware.
Interests: Needs to understand U.S. and international standards for
developing/manufacturing software and hardware. Wants to establish
business contacts to expand U.S. products into Belarus. English
Language Skills: Good ==========================================
IV. KAZAKHSTAN

Malika Mazhrenova, Certification Group Specialist & Expert Auditor
Otan-Security, Ltd. Almaty, Kazakhstan

Education: Degree in business information systems. Extensive
certification in software, security and network administration from
Kazakh IT Academy and expert status in certification of radio
equipment, communications facilities, and information commodities.
Background: Has worked for Otan-Security as an IT standards and
certification specialist since 2000. Specialist in both hardware and
software standards and testing.
Interests: Legal aspects of certification in the United
States. Testing laboratories and testing procedures. English Language
Skills: Poor ========================================== V. RUSSIA

1. Aleksey Agapov, Chief Technical Officer NTR Lab Inc. Moscow,
Russia

Education: Masters Degree in computers and metallurgy. Background:
Chief technical officer of NTR Lab Inc. since 2000. Also acts as
volunteer advisor to FOSTAS (System Engineering Standardization and
Management Support Fund.) Prior experience as QA manager and systems
engineer for commercial bank and other private sector entities.
Interests: Certification and conformity assessment procedures, U.S. IT
standards and how they are applied in real world situations. Wants to
expand U.S. business contacts.
English Language Skills: Good

2. Marina Anshina, Vice Chairman
FOSTAS Foundation
Moscow, Russia

Education: Degree in mathematics. Extensive coursework and
certification in computer systems engineering and administration, from
1978 to present day. Currently completing “mini MBA.”
Background: Seasoned IT professional with solid engineering experience
– including one year at Union Carbide in Columbus, Ohio – and current
dual roles at CTO for Bridge Holding and Vice Chairman of the FOSTAS
Foundation in Moscow. FOSTAS is a non-profit focused on the research,
development, and maintenance of modern IT standards, methods and
techniques.
Interests: Fostering partnerships with colleague organizations in the
United States, expanding working knowledge of U.S. standards and
establishing projects or partnerships with key U.S. IT entities.
English Language Skills: Excellent

3. Irina Fomicheva, Head Engineer
All Russian Scientific and Research Institute for Standardization and
Certification in Mechanical Engineering (VNIINMASH)
Gosstandart of Russia
Moscow, Russia

Education: Multiple degrees in mechanical engineering and expert
training in certification of information technology.
Background: At VNIINMASH and Gosstandart for nearly 30 years. Since
1991, focused on IT standards development and IT product certification
and inspection.
Interests: The American experience in IT standards and
certification. Wants to establish business ties with
U.S. organizations in IT standards and testing.
English Language Skills: Poor

4. Aleksey Mishin, Director
“M-city”
Ulan Ude, Buryatia, Russia

Education: Degrees in engineering and computer programming, as well as
professional training in marketing and management.
Background: Engineer-programmer with solid private- and public-sector
business management experience. Started “M-city” in 2002 as a
consulting and service company for the IT and management needs of
SMEs. Partners with the Buryat Centre of Certification and also
assists city government in preparation of plans for regional IT
projects.
Interests: Quality management systems and U.S. IT standards. Network
design and installation. Wants to build a joint venture for the
training of quality management experts in Buryatia. Hopes to establish
business contacts with IT manufacturers and distributors.
English Language Skills: Good

5. Sergey Muravyev, Department Head
Department of Computer-Aided Measurement Systems & Metrology
Tomsk Polytechnic University
Tomsk, Russia

Education: PhD in electrical measurement and software technology. MA
in computer engineering.
Background: More than 25 years experience. Along with running a
university department, teaches courses in qualimetry and measurement
information systems, and developed specialized bachelors and masters
programs in metrology, standardization, and certification.
Interests: Activities of U.S. IT manufacturers, test laboratories, and
certification centers. Wants to establish joint scientific/education
projects with U.S. partners in IT standards, certification, and
quality management and build business contacts. Looking for partners
in measurement, data acquisition, instrumentation, software
engineering, and artificial intelligence.
English Language Skills: Excellent

6. Lyudmila Peretyagina, Head of IT Department
Novgorod Standards, Metrology and Certification Centre
Velikiy Novgorod, Russia

Education: Degree in mathematics and teaching. Management certificate
in standards, metrology, and certification.
Background: Runs IT department for Novgorod Standards, Metrology and
Certification Centre, as well as lectures on the mathematics faculty
at Novgorod State University.
Interests: U.S. IT standards, exposure to new technologies.
English Language Skills: Poor
==========================================
VI. TAJIKISTAN

Eshmahmad Kurbanov, Manager, Metrology & Standards Sector
Ministry of Industry of the Republic of Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Education: Degree in mechanical engineering.
Background: With Ministry of Industry since 2000, handling metrology
and certification issues. Previous private sector experience as
mechanical engineer and safety & quality assurance specialist. Member
of Tajik government strategy group for IT standardization issues
related to Tajikistan’s entry into the WTO. Sole specialist at
Ministry of Industry focused on IT standards.
Interests: Exposure to international and U.S. IT
standards. Familiarization with U.S. IT companies with aim to
encourage investment and business in Tajikistan.
English Language Skills: Poor
==========================================
VII. TURKMENISTAN

Meretmamed Shirdatov, Chief of Standardization Department
Turkmenstandartlary
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Education: Degrees in petroleum mechanics, engineering, and social
sciences.
Background: Chief standards expert at Turkmen national standards
agency since 1999. Responsible for all questions related to
standardization in Turkmenistan, as well as international
harmonization for CIS and European standards. Represents Turkmenistan
in international standards organizations.
Interests: In-depth knowledge of U.S. IT industry – hardware and
software. U.S. IT standards. Hopes to open relationships with U.S. IT
manufacturers and build contacts with ASTM and other standards and
testing agencies.
English Language Skills: Fair
==========================================
VIII. UKRAINE

1. Anatoly Gladun, Chief of Telecommunications Department
International Research and Training Center of Information Technologies
and Systems
National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine & Ministry of Education and
Sciences of Ukraine
Kiev, Ukraine

Education: PhD in computer science (elements and devices of computer
and control systems.)
Background: More than 20 years experience in IT research and
development. Since 1997, involved in development and harmonization of
telecommunications and IT standards in Ukraine. Chairman of SC-6
subcommittee of Ukrainian technical committee on standardization
(TC-20.)
Interests: New software and network equipment, methods and equipment
for testing and certification. Wants to develop contacts with ANSI and
other standards agencies.
English Language Skills: Good

2. Oleh Velychko, Director
Scientific and Production Institute of Measurement Assurance of
Electrical & Magnetic Values
All-Ukrainian State Scientific & Production Centre for Standardization,
Metrology, Certification & Consumer Protection (Ukrmetrteststandard)
Kiev, Ukraine

Education: PhD in technology (measurement of electrical and magnetic
value) and undergraduate degree in radio engineering.
Background: Director of metrological institute. Nearly 25 years
experience in metrology. Involved in IT issues since 1992.
Interests: Metrology and international standards harmonization, new
computer technologies, and precision measurement systems and
instruments.
English Language Skills: Good
==========================================
IX. UZBEKISTAN

1. Alisher Khadjaev, Deputy General Director
Communications and Information Agency of Uzbekistan
Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Education: PhD in physics and mathematics.
Background: Ten years experience in management and R&D. Deputy general
director of Uzbek national communications and information agency since
2002. Previously worked on Uzbek president’s staff. In current role,
recommends national legislation related to IT certification,
licensing, and security.
Interests: How American standards are created and enforced. Wants to
meet growing IT and telecom firms interested in the Uzbek
market. Needs to establish relationships with research and testing
organizations.
English Language Skills: Poor

2. Abdurakhman Khundibaev, Director
“Computer-Asia” Scientific-Technology Park
Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Education: PhD in technical sciences (automatic systems of control.)
Degree in economics and mathematics.
Background: Director of IT firm “Computer-Asia.” Nine years with firm,
and nearly 15 years in IT standards issues. Firm handles software
projects for government and private sector clients and is working on
localization issues and standards for Uzbek language projects.
Interests: Methods of IT standardization in the United States. Wants
to work with standards developers to create IT standards for
Uzbekistan. Hopes to start joint ventures with U.S. firms to bring
American computer technology to the Uzbek market.
English Language Skills: Fair
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For nearly ten years, SABIT has been hosting the Standards Program in
partnership with NIST. The Standards in IT program will be SABIT’s
final Standards Program session. SABIT’s other programs will
continue, but this will be our last opportunity to focus on the
serious market access issues of standards, certification/testing, and
conformity assessment. It has been SABIT’s pleasure to be able share
knowledge and build partnerships between U.S. and Eurasian businesses,
standards organizations, and testing laboratories. SABIT looks forward
to hearing from you and partnering with you on this important training
program.

=====Sent by=========Chris D. Christov, International Trade Specialist for IT
Irina Mitchell, International Trade Specialist for Certification and
Standardization
BISNIS/USA Trade Center,
U.S. Department of Commerce
Tel: (202) 482 – 4655
Fax: (202) 482 – 2293
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