In the spirit of free Internet , we ve decided to keep membership free and open to all e-commerce professionals. On the home page, simply click on Join iSPEC and follow the instructions. The organization is funded through Corporate Memberships. Given that we are a grass-roots association, we try to keep our activities less formal than other organizations. To start a local chapter, we look for a volunteer to become a regional director.
Some regional directors put together discussion groups and periodically invite a speaker.
Usually universities or our corporate members provide meeting space. The CECP is a capstone examination to certify e-commerce professionals as having a thorough body of knowledge necessary in the field. CECP has two streams, technical and business with significant cross-over between the two. I still want to know more. Membership is free and will give you access to some great features on the iSPEC site in the near future.