About the Conference

Title:	2006 WCO IT Conference & Exhibition
Subtitle:	Outsourcing and Off-Shoring of IT - A challenge for Customs?
Date:	06 to 08 April 2006
Location:	Bangalore, India
Venue:	Taj Residency Hotel
Co-organized:	Dr Shoumen Palit Austin Datta Research Scientist, Engineering Systems Division, School of Engineering, MIT Co-Founder and Research Director, MIT Forum for Supply Chain Innovation Research Co-Director, MIT Data Center
Objectives:	To discuss the latest developments in information and communication technology (ICT) for Customs. To explore all aspects relating to outsourcing and off-shoring and identify opportunities and challenges for the management of Customs IT. To examine the relationship between outsourcing and public-private partnerships (PPP). To provide an ideal ICT-focused networking platform for Customs Officials and the private sector. To afford an opportunity to industry and Customs experts to discuss practical steps for the implementation and application of IT best practices.
Special events:	Conference, Exhibition and Workshops
Delegates:	Approximately 250
Relevant to:	Customs administrations, the business sector, governmental and non-governmental organisations, lending institutions, and others involved in international trade, economic development, and the ICT environment.
Language:	The conference will be conducted in English only