Internet Traffic Management and Accounting

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QUESTnet & AARNet Workshop

QUESTnet, in partnership with AARNet, are hosting a workshop on Internet Traffic Management and Accounting. It will be held in Brisbane at the Ship Inn, South Bank campus, Griffith University on 28–29 August 2012.

QUESTnet and AARNet have held previous workshops on this topic in early 2008 and in early 2011. Both have been well attended (up to 26 different universities represented). However, the AARNet charging model and traffic environment have altered significantly over this time; to a point where some universities are questioning their need to replace expensive cost accounting and quota management systems.

This workshop is targeting network and management staff from Australian universities who wish to increase their understanding of:

 The current AARNet charging model;

 AARNet future directions with charging and traffic policies;

 Present traffic management options being used by universities;

 What various universities are doing to manage their AARNet costs;

 The experiences (good and bad) of universities in managing their Internet costs with various tools and techniques

 What plans universities have to manage their Internet traffic & AARNet costs in the future.

The workshop will commence on Tuesday afternoon (28 Aug) with an AARNet briefing and case studies from a small number of universities. This is to set the scene for the more general sharing of university experiences the following day.

On Wednesday, a representative from each university attending will present a brief update on their environment for managing and accounting for Internet traffic. This day will specifically aim to engage attendees in active discussion of the material being presented. It should not be viewed as daunting by those presenting, as it is intended to be a simple information sharing experience. The intention is to make people aware of the community of practice that exists in relation to managing Internet traffic and costs

A dinner will be hosted on Tuesday evening to foster networking of attendees. A draft program is overleaf.

To encourage attendance from a wide range of universities around Australia, there is no registration fee.

Conference Organisers will handle registrations for this event and can assist with arrangements for accommodation. For more details contact:

Mary Sparksman or Jill Simmons

YRD (Aust) Pty Ltd

T. 07 3368 2422

E. jill@yrd.com.au

Draft Program at 14 August 2012:

Day 1 – Tuesday 28 August 2012

1.55pm Introduction (Chair, QUESTnet)

2.00pm Current AARNet charging environment (AARNet)

2.20pm Q&A

2.30pm AARNet future directions – Charging & Traffic Management (AARNet)

2.50pm Q&A

3.00pm Afternoon Tea

3.30pm User case study – Griffith University (Peter Kurtz & Praboda Jayawardena)

3.50pm Q&A

4.00pm User case study – Deakin University (Paul Fikkers)

4.20pm Q&A

4.30pm User case study – University of Melbourne (Cameron Shepherdly)

4.50pm Q&A

5.00pm Close Day 1

6.30pm Dinner (modest) at city based venue to foster networking of attendees

Day 2 – Wednesday 29 August 2012

9.00am Brief updates from each organisation attending – interactive sessions. A schedule will be made up after registrations are complete.

10.30am Morning Tea

11.00am Continued updates

12.30pm Lunch

1.30pm Continued updates

3.00pm Afternoon Tea

3.30pm General discussion/Summary/Wrap up

4.00pm Close

When
Tuesday & Wednesday, August 28-29 2012

Lunch
Lunch, morning and afternoon tea will be provided

Registration
Tuesday 1.30pm

Where
Conference Room
Level 2, Building S06 (Ship Inn)
South Bank campus, Griffith University

Click here for Campus Map

Carparking/transport
The South Bank campus of Griffith University is a short walk from the Brisbane CBD and is easily accessible by bus, train, ferry and CityCat.

Parking is available in the South Bank Parklands or Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre parking lots. Parking will be at normal rates.

South Bank is extensively serviced by rail, bus and ferry. To plan your public transport trip visit the TransLink website transinfo.qld.gov.au

Cost
Attendance is free but you are asked to register by emailing or phoning (07) 3226 2827.

Travel
QUESTnet will provide a subsidy of up to $450 per attendee, for up to two delegates per member organisation. Member organisations are listed here . Subsidies are not provided for non-member organisations. Please contact YRD if you require assistance with travel arrangements.

Accommodation

Some options you may wish to consider for nearby accommodation are as follows:

Rydges South Bank Brisbane (10 -13 minute walk)

9 Glenelg Street, South Bank, Brisbane, QLD 4101

P: +61 7 3364 0800

W: http://www.rydges.com/accommodation/brisbane-qld/brisbane-cbd/welcome/

Mantra South Bank Brisbane (7 – 10 minute walk)

161 Grey Street, South Bank, QLD 4101

P: (07) 3305 2500  

E: southbankbris.res@mantra.com.au

W: http://www.mantra.com.au/queensland/brisbane-and-surrounds/south-bank/accommodation/hotels/mantra-south-bank/

Central Hillcrest Apartments (6-10 minute walk)