In an appropriate sequel position to my last post on conferences in the east versus west, comes the annual International Commercial Cash Operations Seminar (ICCOS) in Hong Kong, from November 13th through the 15th. Although there has ever been only one previous ICCOS in Asia, the experience and credibility of the organizers attracts a wide variety of central bank and commercial bank attendees, together with a good representation from associated equipment and software suppliers as well as partner organizations such as CIT’s and process outsource operations.

This years event in Hong Kong promises to offer attendance from a strong cross section of central banks and strong regional commercial institutions, with notable representation and presentation by The People’s Bank of China. A wide variety of general presentation topics and several specific breakout presentations should ensure content value.

Following is a quote from the main ICCOS website,

The inaugural ICCOS Asia 2010 at the Kuala Lumpur Hilton last November was very well accepted by 167 delegates from 34 countries (view photos from this event.) We are delighted to announce and invite you to the next ICCOS Asia which will be held from 13 to 15 November 2011. Download the conference brochure.

It will continue the tradition of all ICCOS events in sharing best practices and providing informative presentations and case studies from peers within the commercial cash cycle, as this is how ICCOS has grown to what is now seen as the premier global conference for commercial cash distribution and circulation.

ICCOS was traditionally held in America, where it grew from strength to strength. After requests from Central Banks and Industry Suppliers, we commenced planning in 2008 for regional conferences, ICCOS EMEA and ICCOS Asia.

Adrian Baxter, Conference Chairman says; “It is really a great pleasure and honour to be able to continue our ICCOS tradition withAsian success stories, local Central Bank Policy discussions, and best practice that has been proven to be successful in this diverse region.”

The first ICCOS Asia featured fascinating presentations including those from the following esteemed organizations: Amcop Security Resources Sdn Bhd, Bank Negara Malaysia, Bank of Thailand, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey, Certis CISCO Security Pte Ltd, G4S, Geldservice Austria (GSA), International Association of Currency Affairs, Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd, Monetary Authority of Singapore, Protea Coin Group, Reserve Bank of Australia, SBV Services (Pty) Ltd and The Central Bank of Hungary.

There were 13 diverse sponsors with products that ranged across the whole cash cycle. The effort that these companies make in the creation of their exhibition booths and the thought process and dedication that goes into the breakout sessions is a large part of what makes ICCOS unique.

We hope this is of interest to you and those in your organization and look forward to welcoming you to ICCOS Asia 2011.