Australian Institute of Project Management


World Computer Congress 2010
Join us at the World Computer Congress, Australia, September 2010
Date: 13 Jul 2010
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You are invited to attend WCC2010 – the 21st IFIP World Computer Congress hosted by the Australian Computer Society. 20-23 September 2010, Brisbane, Australia. See www.wcc2010.com Feel free to forward this email to your colleagues.

WCC2010 is an international event encompassing all things ICT – innovation, leading practice, new capabilities and trends. Attendees can look forward to four days of exposure to innovative thinking, problem-solving and business opportunities.

 

Although WCC2010 is a Computer Congress, it is not just about Technology. It is also about People, Business & Processes.  The Congress is expected to attract more than 1,000 attendees from the community, business, industry, research sector, education, government and professional associations to examine the present state, the future and stewardship of information technology across the globe.

 

To register go to: www.wcc2010.com/content/registration

 

CONGRESS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

  • 300 IFIP presenters in 17 separate conferences;
  • An additional eight streams encompassing all aspects of ICT practice: DeliverIT, LearnIT, GovernIT, PlayIT, SustainIT, TreatIT, TrustIT and ValueIT;
  • A specific conference entitled YoungIT which will challenge established corporate culture; and
  • The 26th South East Asia Regional Computer Confederation (SEARCC) Conference.

 

Each stream will include a number of leading IFIP scientific conferences. These will involve many international researchers and well known experts. More program details are available at www.wcc2010.com/program

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

  • Nicholas Carr, Father of Cloud Computing & author of The Big Switch
  • Sir John Daniel, CEO & President, Commonwealth of Learning
  • Peter Harrison, Associate Partner, IBM
  • Bob Hayward, CTIO, CSC Australia & Asia
  • Jacqueline Korhonen, Managing Director and CEO, Infosys Australia
  • Dr Eva Hopper, European Patent Office
  • Professor Penelope Sanderson, the University of Queensland and NICTA
  • Richard Stallman, President, Free Software Foundation
  • John Suffolk, UK Government CIO
  • Les Williamson, Vice President, Cisco Australia and New Zealand

SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS

A comprehensive exhibition will run concurrently with WCC2010.  Current sponsors include the Queensland Government, Telstra, the European Patent Office, APC by Schneider Electric, IBM Global Services, Dialog, CSIRO, Edith Cowan University, Griffith University, Sophos, Springfield Land Corporation, Tata Consultancy Services, the University of Queensland and EzeScan. To participate, go to www.wcc2010.com/sponsors/become-a-sponsor

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

WCC2010 is designed to have broad appeal, provide outstanding networking and offer a distinctive showcase of ICT product and services. 

 

Young people will value the Young IT stream, the proposed gaming and Expo events, discounted courses, the Play IT stream and the potential to meet future employers. 

 

ICT practitioners will appreciate the in-depth coverage of various ICT technological and managerial trends, especially in the areas of services delivery, cyber security, e-learning, green technology and eHealth.

 

CIOs will enjoy the keynote presentations about large and challenging project implementations, plenary debates between world experts, public speaking opportunities and tutorials with subject matter experts. 

 

CEOs will appreciate the opportunity to mix with fellow CEOs, potential business partners and suppliers from Australia and overseas, international experts, key media representatives and leaders from major universities and research organisations. 

 

Many overseas delegates will see WCC2010 as a once in a lifetime experience to visit Australia, understand the market in South East Asia and establish new business contacts.

 

CONFERENCE FEES

 

Earlybird

(on or before 15 July 2010)

Standard

(on or after 16 July 2010)

Fulltime member

A$990

A$1,100

Fulltime non-member

A$1,320

A$1,650

Student member

A$500

A$550

Student non-member

A$600

A$650

WHAT IS IFIP?

The International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP) is an umbrella organisation for national societies working in the field of ICT. Established in 1959 by the United Nations, IFIP has 58 member associations in 56 countries throughout the world. With over half a million members, IFIP holds the World Computer Congress every two years.

 

WHERE WILL WCC2010 BE HELD?

Brisbane is the capital of Queensland and is Australia’s largest subtropical city. A modern city dotted with parks, Brisbane makes a refreshing change from most major capitals, offering the very best in food, wine, arts and entertainment. In September, Brisbane’s beautiful spring weather makes it an ideal destination for visitors to WCC2010, with average temperatures ranging from 15 - 25°C.

 

ACCOMMODATION

A wide range of comfortable hotels to suit any budget are located close to the WCC2010 venue, the Brisbane Conference and Exhibition Centre.

Special accommodation room rates have been negotiated for the event and, subject to availability, may apply to extended stays. See www.wcc2010.com/content/accommodation

  

JOIN US IN SEPTEMBER IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA

 

A discounted earlybird fee applies for all delegates registering prior to July 15.  Take this opportunity to share your views with over 400 speakers from around the world, dozens of keynote speakers, workshops and seminars by registering via the WCC2010 website www.wcc2010.com NOW!

 

Dr Nick Tate
Chairman
WCC2010 Organising Committee

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