The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New York).

Implementation of The SEC's mandate to adopt XBRL-based financial reporting is now closer than ever. XML data tagging to makes it easier for internal controls, shareholders, investors, analysts, and the regulators to mine financial reports for data. Moreover, it helps provide an interactive data that is helpful in automating regulatory filings and business information processing. As the proposed timetable for the adoption of XBRL-based financial reporting is fast approaching, affected entities should be well-informed and use this format now or run the risk of not being able to fully utilize this feature rich reporting method.

The Knowledge Congress is producing a follow up to its highly successful webcast in September to discuss updates, the recent and the possible impact of XBRL in various financial reporting processes. Key experts and regulators are expected to speak at this event.

Speakers/Faculty Panel

David Blaszkowsky, Director, Office of Interactive Disclosure, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Rob Blake, Senior Director of Interactive Services and founding member of , Bowne & Co., Inc.

Kurt P. Ramin, CPA, MBA, CEBS, Chairman (Emeritus) of XBRL International, Advisor, IASCF, International Accounting Standards Committee Foundation

Paul A. Penler, Executive Director, Auditing Tools and Techniques, Global Assurance and Audit Practice, Ernst & Young LLP

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