At Taxonomy Boot Camp, attendees will learn how to know when a taxonomy is needed, about options for categorization, and how to develop a classification system. The structured curriculum will cover topics including how to make a “build or buy” decision, how to build a taxonomy framework, how to apply metadata and taxonomy principles, and how to manage and maintain the information in a taxonomy. Participants will also study governance issues and learn how to integrate a taxonomy with search and content management systems for maximum effectiveness and ROI.

Topics will include:

• How to create and implement a successful taxonomy
• How to enhance an information infrastructure with the right taxonomy
• Taxonomy design concepts and strategies
• Which metadata and taxonomy choices are right for individual needs
• Evaluating auto-categorization schemes and tools
• Making the “build, buy, or automate” decision
• Working collaboratively with content and IT teams
• Proving the ROI of taxonomy and balancing its cost and value

THE SPONSOR ADVANTAGE
Taxonomy Boot Camp is planned to provide maximum exposure to a highly targeted audience for the companies who are sponsors. This includes recognition from the podium, your materials in front of conference attendees and in their binders, and conference registrations for your business development team so they can interact directly with attendees during the conference. A Taxonomy Boot Camp sponsorship offers an excellent opportunity to establish your product and credibility with this conference audience.

Taxonomy Boot Camp (September 25–26) is scheduled to coincide with the last day of KMWorld & Intranets 2008. On September 25, Taxonomy Boot Camp breaks and lunch will be in the KMWorld & Intranets exhibit hall, offering the attendees the opportunity to browse and meet with those exhibitors. KMWorld & Intranets exhibitors who wish to be sponsors at Taxonomy Boot Camp may do so at a discounted price. Taxonomy Boot Camp sponsorships do not include display space.