PARTNER -FAQs

As a CSIA Partner what kind of access do I have to the CSIA membership at the annual conference?

The annual conference provides a number of visibility opportunities for CSIA partner members:
a limited number of speaking opportunities to the general session
corporate sponsorships around breaks and other elements of the conference
participation in the technology table-top show case
networking opportunities during the social aspects of the event

Is it considered SPAM to send an e-mail to the published list of attendees?

It is probably acceptable to send a single e-mail to the attendees of the conference. Any repeat e-mail communications such as newsletters or e-briefs should include the ability of the attendees to opt-out of the distribution.

Is there a compiled list of all CSIA members that can be used for sales or marketing distribution by a Partner Member?

All of the CSIA members are listed on the web site at www.controlsys.org. There is a downloadable file in the members –only section of the web site. CSIA makes every effort to maintain the accuracy of this list but is not responsible for any inaccuracies.

Is there a compiled list of all CSIA members that can be used for a targeted survey of the System Integrator community?

As a CSIA partner member what is the process for making recommendations or suggestions concerning CSIA and its associated activities?

CSIA has a Partner Committee that specifically exists as a vehicle for annunciating and executing on the needs and recommendations of its Partner members. CSIA welcomes participation of all of its Partner members on this committee. Recommendations within the Partner Committee can be extended to other committees or the CSIA governing officers as appropriate.