Conference Highlights



TUESDAY, 25 OCTOBER
16.00 - 17.30

ACTE Moot Court: The Future of Distribution (GDS vs. GNE)
Watch as senior executives from some of the largest companies in travel battle over the industry's hottest debate...GDS versus GNE, The Future of Distribution, delivered during the travel industry's first ever Moot Court.

What is a Moot Court?
The Moot Court is a process used in law schools around the world as a means to teach law students the art of advocacy. Modeled after appellate advocacy--where judges ask the attorneys questions instead of the attorneys doing the asking themselves—participants in moot court receive a case in advance. The participant teams then research and prepare for that case as if they are advocates for one of the sides, and present their oral arguments in support of their position, before a panel of neutral judges (e.g. policy makers or CEOs).

The process allows for audience participation and a senior "magistrate” with far ranging powers moderates so that no question is off limits and no statement will goes unchallenged. Executive-level subject matter experts from airlines, travel management companies, the GDSs, the "Genies" (GNE or GDS-new entrants), and corporate travel buyers comprise the combatant teams.

Will the new model of distribution look like it does today, or will it be radically altered? What changes are likely to occur and how will they impact the buyers, sellers and distributors of travel? Is this all about economics, about new technologies, or are the forces in the marketplace simply driving towards change? Is this all much ado about nothing? Do not miss this revolutionary and exciting approach to today's hottest topic that is sure to engender real debate based on advance research from the experts in the field.

Magistrate: Alex Cruz - Partner, Head of Aviation Practice, Europe - Accenture


Solutions Showcase
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Sunday, 23 October
16.00 - 18.00
 		Monday, 24 October
10.15 - 11.30


Cocktail Reception
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Sunday, 23 October
16.00 - 18.00


Trade your technology challenges for answers at the Solutions Showcase—where exhibitors will unveil the latest in communications hardware, online booking tools, e-procurement sources, and travel management software. ACTE's Solution Showcase is a forum for developing technology for the global business travel community... Where promise meets reality.

Below, a representative listing of some of the exhibitors at the 2005 Solutions Showcase:
• Amadeus e-Travel
• Business Travel International (BTI)
• Carlson Wagonlit Travel
• Diners Club International
• Genesys
• GetThere
• Hi-Mark Software
• KDS International
• Orbitz for Business | Travelport
• Outtask, Inc.
• RADIUS - the global travel company
• TLCS Global Visa Services
• TQ3 Travel Solutions
• Visa International
• Worldspan


To showcase your solution contact ACTE today at 1-703-683-5322.



Cyber Café



Stay in touch with those important contacts during the conference by visiting the Cyber Café. Enjoy instant access to the internet, send and receive emails, communicate with other attendees, explore ACTE's website and get up-to-the-minute conference information.
  1. Hours of Operation
    1. Sunday, 23 October * 10.00 - 19.30
    2. Monday, 24 October * 8.00 - 18.30
    3. Tuesday, 25 October * 8.00 - 17.00

The ROI Of Your ACTE Membership
New Member/First-Time Attendee Reception

 Sunday, 23 October
15.00 - 16.00

Whether you are a new member or first time attendee (or both), you will not want to miss this session. ACTE Leaders will help you discover how to utilize your ACTE member benefits, answer your questions about the Conference and lead discussions on industry issues of importance to you. Additionally, this is an excellent opportunity to network with other new members and first time attendees in a relaxed and friendly environment.


Opening Night Reception

 Sunday, 23 October
20.00 - 22.00

There could not be a more inspirational place to begin the conference, re-connect with old friends, and mingle with our Industry’s leading minds than London’s impressive Royal Courts of Justice. Known for its soaring arches, beautiful stained glass windows and an intricate Italian marble mosaic floor, this historical structure will offer a regal welcome to ACTE’s international attendees.


Luncheon

 Monday, 24 October
13.00 - 14.30

 This special luncheon provides an opportunity to make new professional associations and alliances-and rekindle old ones!


Closing Night Reception

 Tuesday, 25 October
19.30 - 23.00

 Join your fellow conference participants for a closing night reception. Enjoy cocktails and canapés while networking with friends, colleagues and leading industry innovators and experts as you wrap up your ACTE Conference experience.


Advancing the Industry Award

Recipients of ACTE’s prestigious Advancing the Industry Award serve as role models to their peers, having successfully implemented cutting-edge purchasing strategies or services programmes that boosted productivity and profitability within their organisation. Join fellow international professionals in the industry when we recognise outstanding achievement by extraordinary innovative professionals in the business travel industry. Go to www.acte.org and nominate your candidate before 15 September 2005.