Enhanced Object-Based Production Conference part two

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The Second Enhanced Object-Based Production (EOBP) Conference

Overview of Enhanced Object-Based Production

Enhanced Object-Based Production (EOBP) is a data structuring methodology that focuses on organizing information around any "Portion of Reality" (POR). It is based on a solid foundation of ontology and semantics, allowing for structured and meaningful categorization of data. EOBP is flexible and scalable, suited to various types of data needs. It also includes error handling and features such as provenance, evidence, and warrant, aiming to improve data reliability. This methodology is adaptable to a wide range of real-world scenarios and concepts, effectively representing reality in datasets by indexing entities to specific locations and times.

Click here for more information on the first EOBP conference.

Meeting Goals

  • To illustrate the complementary benefits of EOBP to current OBP systems, detailing how the integration of referent tracking and ontology principles can enrich data structuring and analysis capabilities without replacing the foundational strengths of OBP.
  • To elucidate the synergies between OBP and EOBP, demonstrating how EOBP builds upon the established successes of OBP, offering pathways for enhanced data fidelity, interoperability, and analytical precision.
  • To foster a collaborative exploration of EOBP’s potential applications, creating a platform for dialogue among government agencies, contractors, and researchers on advancing data management practices through the harmonious integration of EOBP and OBP.
  • To create a community of practice and innovation around the augmentation of OBP systems with EOBP, encouraging the sharing of knowledge, strategies, and success stories in a supportive environment.
  • To gather constructive feedback on EOBP’s conceptual and practical frameworks, leveraging the insights of OBP users and stakeholders to refine EOBP’s approach and ensure it meets the evolving needs of data management.
  • To highlight the role of ontology and referent tracking in enhancing data quality and utility, focusing on the additive benefits these principles bring to the robust foundation provided by OBP.
  • To outline a collaborative roadmap for the integration of EOBP into existing systems, identifying potential pilot projects, partnerships, and benchmarks for success that respect and leverage the strengths of OBP.
  • To explore complementary technologies and methodologies that can further enhance the combined potential of OBP and EOBP, identifying opportunities for innovation in data management and analysis.

Event Details

Location
Hillsborough Community College, Ybor City Campus
Student Services Building/YSSB
3rd Floor, Rooms 307 & 308
1320 E. Palm Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
Hosted by Celestar Corporation, in coordination with the University at Buffalo and the National Center for Ontological Research

For more venue and event details, click here.

Contact Information

Role Name Email
Primary Contact Mr. Carter Benson carterbe@buffalo.edu
Primary Contact Mr. James Egan jamesjegan3@gmail.com
Event Organizer Dr. Barry Smith ifomis@gmail.com
Event Organizer Mr. Geoffrey X. Davis gdavis@celestarcorp.com
Event Organizer Dr. David Limbaugh

Schedule

Dates
March 21-22, 2024

Program (titles forthcoming)

Thursday, March 21
10:00-10:10: Introduction and Welcome
10:10-10:40: Introduction to Basic Formal Ontology
Speaker: John Beverley
10:45-11:15: Introduction to Referent Tracking
Speaker: Barry Smith
11:20-11:55: Introduction of Object Based Production
Speaker: Jim Tuson
12:00:12:30: OBP and Artificial Intelligence
Speaker: Jay Meil
12:30-1:30: Working Lunch
With Maxar Industries
1:30-2:25: Object Based Intelligence (OBI) Fundamentals: A Basic Overview of Key Foundational Concepts to Understand Where We Are Going
Speaker: John Sweet
2:30-3:25: Time Out, I Need Some More Space
Speaker: Forrest Hare
3:30-4:30: Enhanced Object Based Production
Speaker: David Limbaugh
Friday, March 22
9:00-9:45: Advancements in Stasis
Speaker: Mark Jensen
9:50-10:35: Introduction to Composable Ontologies for Solving OBP/OBI Problems
Speaker: Erik Thomsen
10:40-11:30: The Ontology of Objects Through Space and Time
Speaker: Bill Mandrick
11:30-11:45: Celestar
11:45-1:00: Lunch
1:00-1:50: Intelligence Analysis and Ontology
Speaker: John Beverley
2:00-3:00: TBA
Speaker: Ryan Riccucci

Confirmed Speakers

Barry Smith, University at Buffalo, National Center for Ontological Research.
John Beverley, University at Buffalo, National Center for Ontological Research.
David Limbaugh, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Erik Thomsen, Sensepoint AI
Forrest Hare, Summit Knowledge Solutions, LLC
Mark Jensen, CUBRC
Bill Mandrick, RTX Corporation
John Sweet, DoD
Maxar Technologies

Attendees

Barry Smith
John Beverley
Forrest Hare
Victor Rohr
Karen Richardson
Geoffrey Davis
Jim Tuson
David Limbaugh
Jennifer DeCamp
Mark Jensen
Alex Cox
Amanda Mitchell
Ryan Riccucci
Claire Allen
Jason Meil
Mary C, Parmelee
Denise Ferniza
Gideon Zufan
Erik Thomsen
Carter Benson
John Gugliotti
John Sweet
Finn Wilson
Alec Sculley
Federico Donato
Michael Behun
George Alder
Kiernan Johnson
James Warning
Donna Jones
Matt White
Michael Behun III
Jonathan Vajda
Aaron Damiano
Craig Lynd
Paul E. Silvey
William Duncan
Peggy Hwu

Registration

There is no registration fee for this event. This is an unclassified meeting, and foreign nationals are welcome.

To register, please email Carter Benson at carterbe@buffalo.edu

Accommodation Options

5-Star Hotels
Le Meridian Tampa
4-Star Hotels
Hotel Haya
Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Downtown
Aloft Tampa Downtown
3.5-Star Hotels
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center
3-Star Hotels
Hyatt Place Busch Gardens
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore
Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Restaurant Recommendations

Edison: Food+Drink Lab is known for its American and International cuisine, this grill and gastropub offers an upscale dining experience.
Bern's Steakhouse is a French and American steakhouse, this iconic restaurant has been a staple in Tampa since 1956, famous for its selection of fresh seafood and hand-selected, dry-aged steaks.
The Deviled Pig serves sweet and smoky BBQ in various forms, including a barbecue twist on Tampa’s iconic Cuban sandwich.
The Columbia Restaurant, Florida’s oldest restaurant, located in Ybor City, it's one of the largest Spanish restaurants in the world. Famous for its sangria pitchers and the signature 1905 salad.
Rome + Fig is located in North Hyde Park, this restaurant offers globally inspired dishes, including a Southern twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad.
Oystercatchers, specializing in American and seafood cuisine, this restaurant offers a high-end dining experience.
Brocato's Sandwich Shop, this American, Spanish, and Cuban eatery is known for its sandwiches.
Happy Fish Peruvian Fusion Restaurant, offering Peruvian, Latin, and seafood cuisine, it's a great choice for those looking for a fusion dining experience.
Wright's Gourmet House, this American deli and soup restaurant is a good choice for a more casual dining experience.
Al's Finger Licking Good Bar-B-Que, American barbecue restaurant.