Last year’s conference underwent a total brand redesign and to maintain continuity, SHC was mandated to undertake the 2013 edition, with the theme, “Gestion de la sécurité de l’information – Le risque en mouvance : oser le maîtriser”.

About RSI 2013

Organized by ASIMM and ISIQ, RSI is a unique event devoted entirely to information security. This event brings together many different specialists and stakeholders in the interest of sharing knowledge and perspectives on the technologies, trends and best practices in all aspects of information security, including security management, physical security, computer security, audits and legal issues. The RSI conference is declared to be the largest annual gathering of the information security industry in Quebec, and one of the largest in Canada. To find out more about RSI 2013, visit the website at www.colloque-rsi.com.

In order to support their international development efforts, OKIOK’s business partner in the European market will undertake the redesign of their company logo and develop a new look and feel for the website. Two Quebec-based firms specializing in optimization and website development, respectively, will be entrusted with production of the new OKIOK website.

Simard Hamel Communications will use their expertise in content management to support the production of new texts for the website and the improvement of all documentation for software products. The agency will also oversee the development of new graphic standards and various marketing tools, including product spec sheets and other corporate documents.

About OKIOK

OKIOK is a world pioneer and industry leader in the field of information technology security and infrastructure. It offers a complete range of products and services, particularly in the areas of secure data transfer, encryption, and identity management. Its offering comprises full consulting services, security management outsourcing, custom solutions, and training. OKIOK keeps research and development at the cornerstone of its business — making it a true innovator in the field of IT security.

Specializing in the integration and development of business applications, AXON already enjoys an enviable reputation in the market, but wishes to boost its visibility and recognition in other targeted sectors of activity. Initially, SHC will review general key messaging about the company and its offer, to ensure that it more accurately reflects AXON’s expertise and directly speaks to all desired markets. The agency will then work with the company to outline which internal and external communication activities will be developed, select which platforms will best serve the defined objectives and deploy all efforts required for their execution.

SHC will also be called upon to plan numerous visibility activities, notably media relations and speaking opportunities. These communications strategies will contribute to increasing AXON’s reputation and promoting their added value when it comes to the integration, development and modernization of applications for large companies.

About AXON Integration and Development

Founded in 1998, AXON Integration and Development is a centre of expertise for software development, integration projects and modernization objectives for companies in the financial field and other sectors of activity. Their success is based on the experience of their personnel, as well as a recognized methodology and application of the industry’s best practices. AXON provides efficient solutions for developing and modernizing information technologies, helping companies better confront an ever-evolving business context. To learn more about AXON, please visit http://www.axon-id.com.

About Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada)

Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada) or Dirigeants financiers internationaux du Canada (DFI Canada) is the all-industry professional association for senior financial executives. With 11 chapters across Canada and 1,800 members, FEI Canada provides professional development, thought leadership and advocacy services to its members. The Quebec Chapter currently counts more than 185 members. The association’s membership, which consists of chief financial officers, audit committee directors and senior executives in the finance, controller, treasury and taxation functions, represents a significant number of Canada’s leading and most influential corporations. Further information can be found at www.feicanada.org/quebec.

About Leading Boards

A company specializing in online communications tools for boards of directors and their committees, Leading Boards markets a unique trilingual and highly secure Board portal. This solution facilitates communications and collaboration between board members before, during and after each meeting. It also enables a “paper-free board” and ensures secure management of documentation to help companies achieve smooth and effective governance. Leading Boards’ user-friendly communications tools can be accessed from anywhere and at any time via a computer or iPad tablet.

Founded in Montreal and rapidly expanding throughout Canada, Latin America, the MENA (Middle East & North Africa) region and soon, France, Leading Boards is gaining an international reputation for boards and committees. For more information, visit the website: www.leadingboards.com/en.

GFI Solutions’ offering is both diverse and complementary: it specializes in the design, marketing, implementation, integration and support of management software, the development of e‑business, and electronic banking, professional and technical services. Once again, the agency will work to position GFI Solutions as a leading information technology company in the Canadian market.

About GFI Solutions

A leader in the Canadian IT industry, GFI Solutions (GFI Solutions) specializes in the design, implementation, integration, and support of business software solutions, in the development of e-business solutions, and in electronic payment, professional, and technical IT services. With some 55 000 clients, nearly 1000 employees, and annual revenue of over $100 million, there is no doubt that GFI Solutions is experiencing an active growth phase. Its most recent acquisitions include Tender Retail, activeMédia Développement, Fortsum Business Solutions, and Bell Business Solutions (now GFI Business Solutions). These acquisitions have enabled the company to conquer promising vertical markets and extend its product and service offering to businesses of all sizes, as well as to municipalities and other public service organizations. For more information, please go to www.gfisolutions.com.

Consequently, SIRIUS Conseils wants to further capitalize on this opportunity to accelerate and consolidate its market development by deploying a public relations campaign. Towards this end, SHC will implement numerous visibility activities, most notably media relations, as well as exploring speaking and sponsorship possibilities. The agency will leverage all opportunities to develop and maximize SIRIUS Conseils’ visibility in targeted media and sector groups (chiefly, large organizations). These communications activities will contribute to spreading the notoriety of SIRIUS Conseils and its unique, personalized offer, which is designed to boost project management skills.

About SIRIUS Conseils

Founded in 1999, SIRIUS Conseils specializes in project management. Its services include the implementation of portfolio management, the implementation of project management office, the implementation of business solutions in project management, the coaching in project management development, as well as complete project management training programs. For more information about SIRIUS Conseils, visit www.siriusconseils.com.

SHC will thus launch numerous visibility activities, including media relations and exploring speaking and sponsorship opportunities. The agency will capitalize on every occasion to increase and maximize FANBOX’s visibility in specific media sources and with its target markets (primarily the retail industry). These communications activities will contribute to accelerating FANBOX’s development and to promoting its distinctive and customizable solutions built for both large companies and SMEs.

About FANBOX

FANBOX is a North American leader in relational technologies and loyalty programs. FANBOX enables retailers to obtain, in real-time, the customer and product level information they need to deliver customized offers to the marketplace. Its patent pending MS2 platform is unique as it is: simple to interface, scalable for growth and secure for financial transactions. FANBOX’s solutions are built on three pillars – all of which rely on the MS2 platform: loyalty programs, gift cards or pre-paid cards, the VIpass reward programs (VIpass.ca), and Communi-T, the token-based payment solution for senior residences. FANBOX is based in Boucherville, Quebec, Canada. For more information about FANBOX, visit http://www.fanbox.net.

Conference organizers felt that it was time to refresh the images and tools they had been using for the first five years. For the sixth annual event, they wanted a more contemporary look with a totally revamped visual dynamic. The agency was thus asked to create a new theme for the conference that could be used in various communications tools produced for RSI 2012, including a participant’s guide, newsletter and signage at the event.

About RSI 2012

Organized by ASIMM and ISIQ, RSI is a unique event devoted entirely to information security. This event brings together many different specialists and stakeholders in the interest of sharing knowledge and perspectives on the technologies, trends and best practices in all aspects of information security, including security management, physical security, computer security, audits and legal issues. The RSI conference is declared to be the largest annual gathering of the information security industry in Quebec, and one of the largest in Canada. To find out more about RSI 2012, visit the website at www.colloque-rsi.com.