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Young people today do not know borders. They network to share ideas and experiences while finding new ways to do so. Telecommunication companies hold all the tools to be their partners in this new era of communication and digital entertainment, but do they really reach their potential? In what ways can they improve and become a regular part of their young customers interactive world?

This conference will provide the best case studies on how to make young customers embrace and stay loyal to your brand while communicating effectively with them.

The European Manufacturing Strategies (EMS) summit begins with a choice of advanced manufacturing tours which take place in Leipzig BMW’s production plant and DHL’s Air hub. Both these unique behind-the scenes opportunities will allow you to see first hand how one of the world’s leading manufacturers has adopted cutting-edge best practice and technology to increase manufacturing efficiency and maximise output of the BMW 3 series and the new BMW 1 series; learn how the latest logistics principles can be implemented directly into the manufacturing environment at the world's newest and most technically advanced logistics hub. Discover how it connects the established and growing markets of Europe by air, road and rail. Pre-conference master classes will then set the scene for two days of keynote conference sessions, streamed focus groups, interactive workshops and private one-to-one meetings, creating a lucrative bespoke networking environment for all manufacturing professionals to discover the latest best practice in manufacturing today.

To register for the various delegate package options and qualify for an early bird discount of £200 off the registration fee, please visit http://www.ems-summit.com/pack_delegate.asp

As part of CTO’s telecommunications and ICT development initiatives for the year 2008, the organisation, in conjunction with the Nigerian Ministry of Communications, is organising the Commonwealth ICT Summit scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria, from 6th-10th October 2008. The summit, which coincides with the CTO Forum & Council, will bring together senior ministers from commonwealth and partner countries, decision and policy makers, regulators, financiers, infrastructure developers, technology providers and other stakeholders in the telecommunications and ICT industry.

With speakers and delegates from both the public and private sectors, this conference provides a unique opportunity to discuss challenges and cutting-edge strategies taking centre-stage in the evolution of telecommunications in Africa. In focus will be issues relating to regulatory frameworks, operator opportunities and challenges, infrastructure sharing, telecom financing, rural connectivity, wireless broadband, satellite communication, and women, youth and ICTs.

5 Key Reasons to Attend the Commonwealth ICT Summit

This Summit offers the opportunity:

1. To explore Africa as a fertile emerging market for ICT business

2. To benchmark one’s strategies against other regional and international colleagues and competitors

3. To push one’s business objectives onto the African rural connectivity agenda

4. To network and interact with senior decision makers from the private, public and the third sectors

5. To gain up-to-date insights into current trends in technological advancements - the latest products and services demonstrated in the exclusive exhibition area

In today’s converged telecoms market the increasingly challenging environment creates greater diversity than ever before in services and customer behavior. During these three HIGHLY INTERACTIVE days you will be able to share insights and experiences, take part in interactive sessions and examine the best CRM practices.

Taking place in conjunction with Manufacturing Business Technology and supported by Manufacturing Insights, on Wednesday 8th October 2008, Europe’s manufacturing community will be rewarded for best practice at the inaugural Strategic Manufacturing Awards.

With winners determined by an independent and world-class judging panel, the ceremony will reward the region’s foremost enterprises for best practice and celebrate manufacturing excellence across vital disciplines including energy management, skills in manufacturing and IT in manufacturing over the past twelve months.

To submit your entry, please visit www.manufacturing-awards.com 

North Africa Com is the largest telecommunication event in the region, specifically designed for operators and telecoms professionals.
The region’s largest telecommunications event to examine growth strategies in a dynamic market, this event is the best opportunity for you to learn from your colleagues' experiences in other countries and find out the latest solutions that can improve your business. Present last year were telecoms professionals representing operators, regulators, service providers, vendors and investors from across the region and internationally.

Engage and question thought leaders via panel discussions and Q&A sessions on the key issues in North Africa's communications market, and influence its future direction. See tomorrow's technology solutions showcased in an extensive networking exhibition covering the entire value chain. Our bespoke on-line networking tool enhances the at-show experience and facilitates post-show follow-up.
 
Pricing details    Operators: Free
Non-operators: 0 - 1600 Euros