Presenter FAQ
The following is an attempt to help answer some of the more frequent
questions from presenters. To submit, edit, upload, etc. you need to
have a profile. To create a profile and password, go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com.
1. I am unable to login. How do I find out my login and password?
a. Assuming that you have already created a profile, go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com
b. Your login is your email address
c. Tap the Password Lookup for a forgotten password
2. I am unable to edit my abstract or upload files. What should I
do?
a. Contact the Program Chair or NESUG Support.
3. Where do I find the number of my paper?
a. Paper codes will be assigned by June 6.
b. Go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com
c. Login
d. Select 'Papers Submitted'
e. Under the Paper # heading you will see the number assigned.
f. Use this code (such as AS01.pdf, CC07.pdf, etc.) to name the file
whenever you will be uploading.
4. Where can I find the paper guidelines and how do they differ from
those for SUGI/SAS Global Forum?
a. The For Presenters page has this information:
Follow the SAS Global Forum 2008 Paper Guidelines, except do not include
the paper number at the top of page 1. The Guidelines can be found on the SAS Global Forum website under Presenters Package and Information Site .http://support.sas.com/events/sasglobalforum/2008/package/
In a nutshell, if you prepared a paper for SAS Global Forum 2008, the
only change necessary prior to submitting as a NESUG paper would be to
remove the paper code/number from the top of page 1. Otherwise, the paper
is acceptable for NESUG.
5. How long can my paper be?
a. The basic guideline is that the length of the paper should be appropriate
for the material being covered. For most papers this is in the 10-15 page
range, although some are longer, some are shorter. Obviously Coder's Corner
papers will be shorter. Papers significantly outside the 10-15 page range
should be discussed with your Section Chairs. They will review a draft
of your paper and give you feedback on the paper's length, among other
things. Unlike SUGI/SAS Global Forum, NESUG does not have an Invited paper
category, so this part of the SUGI/SAS Global Forum Guidelines doesn't
apply.
6. How should my presentation/slides differ from my paper?
a. Remember, your presentation is different than your paper. You should
think about the organization and timing of your talk with respect to what
works best for an oral presentation. It is very important to practice
the timing of your talk so that you use the time allotted in a way that
most benefits your audience. A poorly-timed presentation detracts from
the content you are presenting. Sufficient practice will avoid situations
where you find yourself rushed at the end and cannot give your material
the careful presentation it deserves. Many speakers benefit from giving
a practice talk at work and getting feedback from their colleagues.
7. Where can I get other help on putting together my paper and presentation?
a. Other NESUG and SUGI/SAS Global Forum presenters have put together
some helpful materials. See the For Presenters
page.
8. I'm doing a poster. Are there any resources to help me?
a. Yes! See the Poster Resources page.
9. I'm confused. Tell me what my deadlines as a presenter are again....please?
a. All of the major deadlines/deliverables are listed on the For
Presenters page. Click on "Presenter Obligations and Timetable"
at the top of the page.
b. If you have additional questions, contact your section chair.
c. Forgot who your section chair is? See the Leadership Team page.
10. How do I load my paper?
a. Go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com
b. Login
c. Select 'Papers Submitted'
d. Select 'Edit' next to the paper you wish to upload.
e. Go down to 'Presentation Information'
f. Select 'Attachment Type'
- Paper - Word Document - Working draft - Use this for a draft/intermediate version of your paper.
- Paper - PDF file - Use this for the final version of your paper for the Proceedings CD.
- Presentation - PPT file - Use this for the final version of your Powerpoint file - to be downloaded by Section Chairs and loaded onto section laptops.
- Code/Data for CD - zip file - Use this for additional files to be included on the Proceedings CD, such as SAS code and/or data files, in zip format. Such files are encouraged and appreciated by attendees and other users of the CD, but are not required.
- HOW files - zip file - Use for presentation content for the HOW workshop.
g. Select 'Attachment Status'
- Working Draft - Use this if you wish to upload a version of your paper or slides that is not yet ready for section chair review. Could be a Word doc, a pdf, or a ppt file (not required).
- Draft - Ready for Section Chair Review - Self explanatory.
- Final - Ready for Publication/Display - Use this when you believe that your paper is completely final. The section chairs will give it a final review and mark it as 'Paper - PDF file' when it is ready for publication on the Proceedings CD.
- Old - Mark for deletion - Use this if you wish a file that you have previously uploaded to be deleted. The file will not be deleted immediately, but the section chairs will know that it is to be deleted and this will occur during the review process.
- Submitted for Review - Use this for drafts of your paper or presentation that you wish the Section Chairs to review.
h. Browse - Find the file that you wish to upload from your computer. You may need to indicate to 'Open' the file once you have selected it.
i. Click Upload.
j. When complete, tap the Submit button at either the top or bottom of
the page. This is important to remember to do.
11. How do I update my title or abstract?
a. Go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com
b. Login
c. Select 'Papers Submitted'
d. Select 'Edit'
e. Go down to 'Presentation Information'
f. Make the changes to the title or abstract.
g. When complete, tap the Submit button at either the top or bottom of
the page.
12. How do I update my profile (to add or update my bio)?
a. Go to http://c4p.nes2008.confnav.com
b. Login
c. Select 'Profiles Created'
d. Select 'Edit'
e. Make the desired changes or additions.
f. When complete, tap the Submit button at either the top or bottom of
the page.
13. How do I find the Permission to Publish Form and where do I send
it?
a. You can find the form on the For Presenters
page.
b. You will need to send a filled out form with signature of ALL authors
to:
NESUG Inc.
P.O. Box 7701
Silver Spring, MD 20907
14. How can I create a pdf file?
a. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat, you will find a number of other
means listed in the For Presenters page.
b. At the top of the page, click on 'Resources for Presenters(Forms/Templates/Tips/Info
on creating PDF files)' heading.
15. When do I register to attend the NESUG 2008 conference?
a. To get the presenter discount, you must register by July 23.
b. For more information see the Registration
page.
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