ReginaMandate
Our Mandate
Our Mandate is inherited from the National association. CIPS Regina section strives to deliver to the mandate locally.We have included CIPS Vision, Mission, Values, Objectives, and Goals here for easy reference. For more information about CIPS National; please refer to the CIPS web site at http://www.cips.ca/.
Vision
The professional association providing leadership in information systems and technologies.Mission
CIPS provides leadership in information systems and technologies by developing and promoting quality standards and practices, research, certification, and professional development while safeguarding the public interest.Values
- Innovation and creativity
- Professionalism
- Accountability
- Knowledge development
Objectives
- To advance the theory and practice of information processing in Canada
- To promote the free interchange of information about the theory and practice of information processing in Canada and elsewhere
- To determine, develop and maintain the integrity and competence of individuals active in information processing in Canada
- To establish a public awareness of the potential impact of information systems and to protect the public and individuals against the misuse of information systems
Goals
- To maintain progressive competency and ethical standards for I.S.P. certification
- To provide timely, relevant and quality knowledge, information and services to support and enhance the role of the IT professional
- To improve marketing and communications to raise the profile of CIPS and attract individuals to pursue the I.S.P. designation
- To participate in relevant public policy debates on behalf of members, the Canadian IT profession and the public
- To promote the protection of the public interest where information systems and technologies are used and to speak out against abuses in these areas