Head of Delegation Manual - Special Olympics

SOWSG ATHENS 2011 HOD Manual – 2 nd edition
Mobile Phones:
The GOC will offer a mobile phone to each Head of Delegation (HOD), as well as to
DALs assigned to them, in order to facilitate communication during the Games. Calls
will be restricted to the GOC’s Private mobile Network.
Each HOD will sign a receipt form. Terms and conditions of usage, liability and
applicable options will be listed on this form along with other relevant information.
The equipment will have to be returned at the end of the Games and a receipt will be
issued.
GOC may have the possibility to provide Delegations with the opportunity to rent
mobile phones. This service will be communicated to Delegations in due time.
Internet Access and Usage:
It is GOC’s intention to provide Delegation members with free internet access at all
competition and non-competition venues. All GOC wireless internet access spots will
be indicated as “Wi-Fi Hotspot Areas”. All accredited Delegation members will be
able to use the wireless network, (wherever available), free of charge using their
personal devices (laptop, notebooks, etc.).
Internet access to certain untrustworthy websites will be blocked for security
reasons. Websites consuming high bandwidth might also be blocked at certain
locations, depending on the pipe used at these locations.
Laptops:
Personal laptops can be used at all venues. All personal devices must handle 220V of
electricity before being plugged into a Greek outlet. If these devices are not provided
with the ability to handle different voltage (manuals specify if a device has a
transformer that allows it to adjust to a different voltage or if the device must be
switched manually from 120V to 220V electricity), then an electrical adaptor is
required to make sure all equipment will work.
Personal laptops will not be allowed access to the Games Private Network.
For assistance you may contact all IT support staff, who will be available at all
locations.
Games Management System:
The GOC will utilize the Games Management System (GMS), for all sports as well as
for registration purposes, provided by SOI.
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