Process Management Academy Europe 2009

March 2-4, 2009 - Düsseldorf, Germany

ARC’s Process Management Academy (PMA) is the fifth in a series of highly educational events specifically designed for professionals from the process industries. PMA participants will learn how to effectively manage and optimize production plants using collaborative manufacturing concepts and technologies. More than 300 decision makers from the production and engineering departments are expected to attend the forum. They will have the opportunity to network among their peers and gather intelligence about the latest developments in process automation solutions. ARC is committed to providing process manufacturers with a forum in which they can share both emerging strategies as well as practical applied technology that brings real value.

Who Should Attend Process Management Academy brings together users, suppliers, and other stakeholders such as engineering consultants and contractors from the industry.  They will share their experiences and best practices to succeed in today's highly dynamic and flat world.  The discussion areas will include advanced control systems, plant asset management, IT applications, process optimization, and production management, among others.  Latest trends, case studies, and benefits to be achieved will be presented and discussed by experts.  PMA will help you improve your plant operations in many way such as: Learn how to achieve performance-driven operations through automation and IT solutions Gather information about strategies that will optimize your plant operations Hear from your peers how they have improved profitability by integrating production and business systems Network with top industry executives. Would You Like to Become a Partner? To learn more about the partnership benefits, please contact Uwe Grundmann at +49-2104-542-012 or ugrundmann@arcweb.com.

Call for Papers

ARC welcomes papers that address how People, Technology, and Work Processes have been brought together to provide value through such topic areas as: 

• Increased Visibility into Production Operations
• Increased Quality and Safety While Maintaining Production Volumes
• Integrating Business and Operational Systems to Enhance Business Performance
• Use and Adoption of Emerging Standards
• Updating Control Systems through Migration Strategies for Improved Performance and Reliability
• Managing Plant Assets with Predictive as Well as Preventative Strategies
• Designing Manufacturing Plants for Optimal Operation

For more information or to discuss related areas of content, please contact Uwe Grundmann at +49-2104-542-012 or ugrundmann@arcweb.com .

Travel Information

The Forum is held at the Maritim Hotel, Airport City, Düsseldorf.

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf 
Maritimplatz 1
40474 Düsseldorf
Phone +49 (0) 211 5209-0
Fax +49 (0) 211 5209-1000
info.dus@maritim.de
http://www.maritim.de
For directions: http://www.maritim.de/typo3/fileadmin/maritim/pics/tagung/anfahrt/dus.pdf

Participants should make their own hotel reservations. 

To Register

Forum Fee

All prices are in Euro net, excl. VAT.

The fee includes lunch for each day registered, a dinner and reception on the first day, and all program materials.

Cancellations and Substitutions

Substitutions may be made at any time at no additional charge. The registration fee is fully refundable up to three weeks prior to the Forum date. A 50% cancellation fee will be assessed after that date. All cancellations must be received in writing.

Registration Methods

Please use one of the following methods to register for the Forum:

	In Germany, call +49-2361-902884, fax +49-2361-902883, or e-mail mrawe@arcweb.com; In US, call +1-781-471-1000, fax +1-781-471-1100, or e-mail info@arcweb.com .
	Register on-line.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsoring ARC's Process Management Academy provides your company with premier access to a unique, high quality audience.  PMA is the leading process automation focused event for industry executives.  Over 300 key decision makers are expected to participate in this educational event.  Sponsors are given an exceptional opportunity to showcase their products and solutions as well as build relationships with key clients, partners, and press.

For information on opportunities for sponsoring the forum, please contact Uwe Grundmann at +49-2104-542-012 or ugrundmann@arcweb.com.