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Join the Leaders in Making Business Relationships Work
The International Association for Contract & Commercial Management (IACCM) is a non-profit foundation recognized as the international authority on the role of contracting and Commitment Management in the global networked economy. A leader in research and innovative learning techniques, IACCM works with corporations, public and academic bodies to provide thought-leadership and understanding of 'best practice' contracting and relationship standards. IACCM defines organizational models and skills to ensure integrity, trust and the collaborative trading relationships that are necessary to support the continued development of the global economy. Its membership is drawn from more than 1,600 corporations and public sector organizations in over 90 countries and represents a community of contract and commercial managers, attorneys and supply management executives and professionals.
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| All IACCM Events |
 Audio Calls |
| 8 Sep: Ask The Expert - Contracting in Developing Countries |
| 9 Sep: IACCM Update Call |
| 10 Sep: Ask The Expert - Reorganizing & Streamlining Contract Processes |
| 16 Sep: Negotiations Community of Interest Call |
| 25 Sep: Ask The Expert: Contract Law Update - India |
| Conferences |
| 10-12 Sep: 2008 Annual Upside Software User Conference |
| 22-24 Sep: IACCM in EMEA |
| 24-25 Sep: Government Contracting Ethics & OCIs |
| 1-3 Oct: Emptoris Empower 2008 |
| 5-7 Oct: ACTE 2008 Global Education Conference in Rome |
| 22-23 Oct: Software Licensing Agreements |
| Live Events |
| 9 Sep: How GCs and CFOs Can Effectively Manage Revenue Recognition Risks... |
| 15-17 Oct: Budd Larner Seminar Series, Nevada |
| 22 Oct: Doing Business Globally - Navigating Today's Cross-Border M&A,... |
| Webcasts |
| 17 Sep: Accelerate Procurement Process with e-Signatures |
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IACCM Members Get Connected
IACCM's leadership in enabling web-based networking has once again been recognized by leading training and knowledge management organizations. The IACCM 'communities of interest', managed message boards and social networking offered to members through our site are far in advance of more general facilities such as Linked In, Facebook or other, generic social networking providers. [Click Here] |
Understanding China
'Business Pundit' features an interesting interview that offers insights to Chinese business attitudes, in particular their views on contracting, negotiation and the extent to which these impact 'the relationship'. And, the article emphasizes, it is 'the relationship' that really matters. [Click Here] |
Contract Management Best Practice
Earlier this summer, IACCM polled its members to identify the leaders in post-award contract management. The results of that poll will be announced in early September. It covers both sell-side and buy-side organizations. [Read More] |
Corruption - A Growing Concern
In a survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit, 63% of executives confirm that they have faced issues of bribery and corruption. And while an overwhelming majority have internal programs in place to combat corruption, they are concerned about how effective these are. [Read More] |
Global Supply Chains
Executives are disappointed by the performance of their global supply chain management. This represents an opportunity for creative suppliers to assist. [Click Here] |
Outsourced Procurement
Infosys has expanded its outsourced procurement offerings, according to the Business Standard. [Read More] |
To Comply Or Not Comply: That's NOT The Question
In many companies, the forces of compliance often seem pitched against those of innovation and change. Both sides are missing the point. [Click Here] |
Doing Business In India
Tomorrow IACCM continues its highly successful 'Ask The Expert' call series when it interviews author Gunjan Bagla. We will discuss his latest book, "Doing Business in 21st Century India: How to Profit Today in Tomorrow's Most Exciting Market". [Read More] |
Raising Organizational Status
Despite all their efforts to achieve influence and status, many contracts and procurement groups still struggle to find a secure and highly valued role. [Click Here] |
Compliance Oversight Takes Toll
IACCM research has shown that our community has faced a workload increase of around 14% in the last 4 years, much attributable to regulatory changes and the requirements of corporate governance. Data from the UK suggests the cost for many may be significantly higher. [Click Here] |
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