BICSI Brief Volume 1, Issue 1

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John Daniels

BICSI has plenty to celebrate in 2023. The last year has seen many advancements in the ICT industry, and BICSI has continued to support that progress in a multitude of ways. Here are a few key highlights from 2022:

BICSI EVOLVES WITH SEVERAL CHANGES

EDUCATION AND MANUALS BICSI released version 8 of its ICT Cabling Installation Program to reflect the most recent trends, technol-

(STC) Alliance Award of Merit. The ITSIMM was cited for its high marks in technical content and accuracy, reader usability, aesthetic design, and adherence to strict industry technical

In February, the BICSI Board of Directors made history with the election of its first woman Board President – Carol Everett Oliver, RCDD, DCDC,

writing and design principles. The manual competed against hundreds of other entries from around the world.

ESS. With more than 25 years of ICT experience, Carol immediately acclimated herself to the new role. On the international front, BICSI began updating its Affiliate

ogies, and practices in structured cabling installation. The program includes new progressive courses, certification exams, and BICSI's Information Technology Systems Installation Methods Manual, 8th Edition (ITSIMM) which was released in early 2022. The installation program continues to provide students an opportunity to increase their structured cabling skills from entry-level installer to highly skilled technician.

The ITSIMM wasn’t the only BICSI educational offering that captured the STC’s coveted Award of Merit. BICSI's forward-looking and engaging Cabling Installation Training Program, version 8 was also honored, marking the first time a BICSI training curriculum has received the distinction. The version 8 installation training program was recognized for having a well-structured and appealing design while also including clear objectives and well-positioned learning activities that enable targeted outcomes.

Program starting with the current BICSI South Pacific and BICSI Japan Affiliates. The modernized program will enable these affiliates to better support BICSI members from a local community perspective.

BICSI’s ITSIMM , 8th edition, won a prestigious 2022-23 Society for Technical Communication

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