Ottawa, January 22, 2004… A super-group with a combined membership of some 25,000 professionals has been formed by a merger between Canada’s most reputable Information Technology (I.T.) user’s group and the industry’s largest trade association. Describing it as a ‘natural and fundamental partnership’, spokespersons for the Society of Collaborative Opportunities and Advancement of Professionals (SCOAP) and the Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATA) stated today that bringing the two communities together would result in a better fit between user needs and product specifications, plus an acceleration in development time. This will lead to an enhancement in the value of Canadian I.T. products that will enrich both Canadian society and the country’s place in the global economy, according to SCOAP President and CEO Andrew Moffat. Read more…

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Mountain View, CA 94043

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As you are aware, SCOAP has merged with CATAAlliance, the industry’s largest high tech trade association, in order to amplify SCOAP’s role of helping its members understand, adapt and mange the standards and practices to effectively manage and use information and technology.

Through SCOAP and its relationship to CATA and our other Divisions (E-Content, IMAC, CAIP, CHITTA) members will benefit from increased offerings and services:

• An expanded peer group of research, technology management, and innovation leaders in Canada for sharing first hand updates and trend information in the fields.

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12663 Silicon Drive
San Antonio, TX 78249

DirectBuy is a member’s exclusive club, bringing its members quality products at quality prices. With over 700 plus brands to choose from, DirectBuy members enjoy the luxury of having a vast selection of products. Members also have the comfort of knowing they’re purchasing products at manufacturer’s rates. Members can save on the following types of items:

• Furniture
• Appliances
• Bedding
• Apparel and Luggage
• Home Entertainment
• Cameras
• Bathroom
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Lighting
• Electronics
• Cookware
• Plumbing Fixtures
• Patio Furniture
• Floor Coverings
• Home / Outdoor Décor
• Window Treatments
• Automotive Products
• Jewelry
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4401 Granite Drive
Rocklin, CA 95677

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Rockland, MA 02370

100A Fallon Road
Stoneham, MA 02180

DirectBuy is a member’s exclusive club, bringing its members quality products at quality prices. With over 700 plus brands to choose from, DirectBuy members enjoy the luxury of having a vast selection of products. Members also have the comfort of knowing they’re purchasing products at manufacturer’s rates. Members can save on the following types of items:

• Furniture
• Appliances
• Bedding
• Apparel and Luggage
• Home Entertainment
• Cameras
• Bathroom
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Lighting
• Electronics
• Cookware
• Plumbing Fixtures
• Patio Furniture
• Floor Coverings
• Home / Outdoor Décor
• Window Treatments
• Automotive Products
• Jewelry
• Fabrics

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Direct Buy Mountain View
1157 San Antonio Road
Mountain View, CA 94043

DirectBuy is a member’s exclusive club, bringing its members quality products at quality prices. With over 700 plus brands to choose from, DirectBuy members enjoy the luxury of having a vast selection of products. Members also have the comfort of knowing they’re purchasing products at manufacturer’s rates. Members can save on the following types of items:

• Furniture
• Appliances
• Bedding
• Apparel and Luggage
• Home Entertainment
• Cameras
• Bathroom
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Lighting
• Electronics
• Cookware
• Plumbing Fixtures
• Patio Furniture
• Floor Coverings
• Home / Outdoor Décor
• Window Treatments
• Automotive Products
• Jewelry
• Fabrics

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18400 S. 76th Avenue, Suite B
Tinley Park, IL 60477

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• Furniture
• Appliances
• Bedding
• Apparel and Luggage Read more…
  
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Mandate and Mission

Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATAAlliance) is Canada’s leading, most influential and entrepreneurial technology alliance. It is committed to growing the global competitiveness of its members, 80% of which are currently active exporters. The common purpose that unites the membership is CATAAlliance’s commitment to members’ business growth. With offices across the country, we are focused on the provision of business services and government relations programs that conserve and leverage member resources. Because members are action-oriented businesses, CATAAlliance responds with action when members need specific services or activities. The “Traditional Champion” of Canadian research and development, CATAAlliance’s mission is to stimulate “Global Business Growth” through the forces of Canadian innovation and strategic partnership.