NCS General News

 “Live/Transatlantic” UK to Orlando Skype Seminar An international team of peer professionals created this round table platform to collaboratively address three key areas of concern for business owners today: 1. Strategic Partnerships 2. Sales/ Marketing Strategies 3. Business Development We attack these issues from a “think tank” vantage point, leveraging the individual expertise of the […]

Published: September 1, 2011 SIMIGON was awarded a $2.6 million contract by the U.S. Air Force Air Education Training Command for its T-6A modular training devices.  To view the entire OBJ article, click on the following link: http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/2011/09/01/simigon-awarded-26m-air-force-contract.html?surround=etf&ana=e_article  

Click here to view the August 31, 2011 MS&T News from Halldale Media: http://halldale.com/creativemessage/view/56/1DHa5NLR

30 August 2011 Today, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners approved funding to establish a locally based economic gardening technical assistance program.  The funding will be used to provide growth oriented 2nd stage businesses access to business strategy and market research services focused on growing revenues.  These services will be provided at no cost […]

Recycle your unwanted electronics equipment and support the NCS Scholarship Programs When:  Tuesday, 15 November 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Where:  The overflow parking lot next to the Science Drive Entry Gate to Naval Support Activity Orlando (NSA Orlando)/Naval Air Warfare Center, Training Systems Division (NAWC TSD).  The parking lot is located at the […]

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24 August 2011 The Annual Manufacturing-Simulation Exchange hosted by the Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) and the National Center for Simulation (NCS) attracted 19 Corporate Exhibitors and more than 120 participants.  Hosted this year at the Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) site in the Research Park, this event provides a unique venue that brings manufacturing and simulation […]

As part of the August ADL (Advanced Distributed Learning) iFest event, The National Center for Simulation, headquartered in the Central Florida Research Park hosted Education Assistant Deputy Secretary, James Shelton III, at a community roundtable. Lt. Gen. (Ret) Tom Baptiste, President/Executive Director of NCS and Hank Okraski, Chairman of the NCS Education and Workforce Development […]

Workforce Central Florida and the University of Central Florida’s Office of Experiential Learning have partnered to offer the greater Orlando technology community an opportunity to invest in their future workforce through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiative. Investing in tomorrow’s workforce to meet projected demands in Orlando’s new and emerging industries of Digital […]

By Richard Burnett, Orlando Sentinel August 9 2011, 4:49 PM EDT Orlando-based Lockheed Martin Global Training & Logistics said Tuesday it has received an Air Force contract worth $84.3 million to produce flight simulators and other aircrew-training equipment for the advanced, C-130J transport aircraft. The complete article can be viewed at:http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-lockheed-simulation-contract-20110809,0,2364078.story

August 15, 2011 Manufacturers:  Take Advantage of Bonus Depreciation Incentives “Before They’re Gone”. When the economy hit the skids in 2008, Congress significantly expanded two first-year depreciation deductions as an incentive to businesses.  The goal was to induce spending on capital equipment and some categories of real estate improvements by allowing considerably improved first-year deductions.  […]

On 12 Aug 2011, NCS awarded two $2,500 scholarships to UCF students (see attached photos).  Both Vince & Beth Amico attended a brief presentation ceremony at NCS in their honor.  The first was given to Steven Hellmann who recently graduated from University High School. The second was presented to Marcus Monka who is a graduate student […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Terri Bernhardt (407) 883-5181 National Center for Simulation (NCS) to Host GameTech 2012 Aug. 12, 2011.  Orlando, Fla.  Building on the long-standing government, industry and academic relationship, Team Orlando announced today that the National Center for Simulation (NCS) will host the 2012 GameTech Conference. The management move to NCS recognizes […]

With the end of the Space Shuttle era, there is a need to promote positive discussion about the future of space.  The Summit on the Future of Space aims to increase awareness of plans for both manned and unmanned space exploration while also highlighting the important role of Central Florida’s simulation and training resources.  One […]

Workforce Central Florida and the University of Central Florida’s Office of Experiential Learning have partnered to offer the greater Orlando technology community an opportunity to invest in their future workforce through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiative. Investing in tomorrow’s workforce to meet projected demands in Orlando’s new and emerging industries of Digital […]

What is a PSM:  A STEM Program that translates science to business! PSM programs provide a new kind of degree that prepares graduates for work in active science, combines technical competencies with workforce skills, and leads to careers outside of academia.  Skills such as interdisciplinary teamwork, project management, communications skills, basic business skills, and training in […]

The 2012 ITEC Conference Producer has issued its Call for Papers in conjunction with the just released 2012 themes.  This announcement gives everyone the opportunity to become directly involved with Europe’s leading conference and exhibition.  Following the most highly attended and content driven ITEC in years, ITEC 2012 is set to build upon 2011’s success.  We welcome […]

For additional information on this International Exhibition click on the attached files.  In addition, exhibition organizers may visit Orlando in the future to meet with prospective companies that can meet the long list of requirements.  NCS will continue to make you aware as information is received.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Terri Bernhardt (407) 883-5181 ECS’ Support to NATO ACT Continues with Augmented Virtuality Contract. Orlando, Fla. August 3, 2011. Engineering & Computer Simulations (ECS) announced that it received a contract from the NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) to develop its Augmented Virtuality Environment. NATO ACT is transforming the way the […]

This is a personal note because I just want to make sure you are aware of a great event for a life-saving cause on Saturday, November 19, 2011.  On that day, teams in Orlando and Tampa and in more than 78 other communities across the country will join together to participate in a 5K walk […]