How world-class companies weather recession and position for recovery and growth - 5th Annual European Best Practices Conference

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5th Annual European Best Practices Conference

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How world-class companies weather a recession and position for recovery and growth

Today's uncertain marketplace has challenged executives like never before. World-class companies are able to act quickly and decisively. They know precisely where and how to make changes and which activities to accelerate to yield short-term gains and to position themselves for long-term success.

Join other senior executives and business leaders and many of today's leading organisations from the Global 2000 to hear about their experiences and best practices. The conference showcases real-world examples of performance improvement in finance, human resources, information technology, procurement, and shared services.

You will learn how world-class companies weather recession and position for recovery and growth. Our unique programme includes dynamic speakers and networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers.

What you can expect to learn:

How leading organisations have responded to the current market conditions
Latest research, trends and insights from The Hackett Group
Key effectiveness drivers of world-class performance
How to leverage globalisation to achieve competitive advantage
Techniques for recruiting, developing and retaining top talent

Join other attendees on Thursday evening for drinks and canapés aboard the Silver Sturgeon

Thursday evening, 15 October from 18:30 - 22:30 is a perfect time to relax with other conference attendees as they experience the Silver Sturgeon docked at Savoy Pier, a short walk from One Whitehall Place.

Enjoy drinks, canapés and a string quartet all while feasting on views of London's finest landmarks.

It's a great time to network!

15-16 October 2009
One Whitehall Place at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, London

Who should attend?

Chief Operating Officers
CFOs, Controllers, VPs and Directors of Finance
CIOs, VPs and Directors of Information Technology
Chief HR Officers, VPs and Directors of Human Resources
Chief Procurement Officers, VPs and Directors of Purchasing or Procurement
VPs and Directors of Shared Services

This conference is designed specifically for senior executives with a commitment to world-class performance and the use of metrics-based programmes to guide better decision making.