Media Release

Global ICT Thought Leaders Descend on Brisbane

World Computer Congress - Brisbane, 20 – 23 September, 2010

22 July, 2010, Australia – Some of the world’s leading ICT experts and innovators including Nicholas Carr, author of The Big Switch, Richard Stallman, Free Software Foundation, John Suffolk, CIO of UK Government and Dr Eva Hopper, European Patent Office, will descend on the 21st World Computer Congress, which is being held in Brisbane from 20 -23 of September.

The World Computer Congress (WCC) is the International Federation for Information Processing's (IFIP) main global event. The Congress is held every two years by a host nation and combines content from commercial, industry, association and research sectors offering an opportunity to showcase and discover innovative ideas.

Over 300 CEO/CIO/CTO and international speakers will provide insights into the future of technology and how it will have a social and economic impact across the globe. Some of the industry experts that will speak at the IFIP WCC2010 include:


  • Nicholas Carr - Author of The Big Switch (Wall Street Journal bestseller)

  • Richard Stallman - Free Software Foundation

  • Dr Eva Hopper - European Patent Office

  • John Suffolk - CIO, UK Government

  • Sir John Daniel - CEO & President, Commonwealth of Learning

  • Marcus Sachs - Executive Director - Government Affairs for National Security Policy, Verizon

  • Jon Curry - General Manager - Sustainability, Telstra

  • Les Williamson - Vice President, Cisco Australia & New Zealand

  • Prof S.V. Raghavan - Scientific Secretary, Government of India

  • Glen Boreham - Managing Director, IBM Australia

  • Prof Penelope Sanderson - the University of Queensland and NICTA

  • Robert Hillard- Partner, Consulting, Enterprise Information Management, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu


Up to 1000 delegates from more than 66 countries around the world will participate in the four day Congress held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. The IFIP WCC2010 will involve more than 50 exhibitions and eight streams of content including:


WCC Chair, Nick Tate, said, “We are delighted to be able to present such a prestigious event. For Brisbane to host the IFIP WCC2010 is a great honour and coup for Queensland and Australia, as this is the premier global event for ICT professionals.

“With Australia more than 12 months into an eight year build of our largest infrastructure project, the National Broadband Network, it is important that we focus on technology to spur our next step of evolution and strengthen our international competitiveness. We are moving towards establishing a digital economy and that will impact on everyone in our community from SMEs to corporates, mums and dads and our children.

“The World Computer Congress, which attracts expert presenters and delegates from around the globe, will showcase how technology and ICT professionals can shape our future. The world’s leading innovators and experts will provide delegates with a range of information from the latest international research, to leading commercial and industry-focused insights and thought pieces of interest to a wide audience”, said Dr Tate.

ACS CEO, Bruce Lakin explains, “The ACS is proud to support IFIP WCC2010. We believe that it will be an outstanding Congress and that many insights will be shared about how technology can have a significant impact on the social and economic prosperity of Australians and nations across the globe. We anticipate the Congress will grow some powerful international alliances around new and emerging technology areas.”

Further information about the IFIP WCC2010 program, speaker line-up and registration can be found at www.wcc2010.com

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Media information:
Emily Venardos on (02) 9492 1033 or mobile: 0413 743 737
Seni Murni on (02) 9299 3666 or 0410 029 706 or seni.murni@acs.org.au

About World Computer Congress:
World Computer Congress 2010 – the 21st IFIP World Computer Congress (WCC) hosted by the ACS will be held on 20-23 September 2010 in Brisbane, Australia. WCC 2010 is an international event encompassing all things ICT – innovation, leading practice, new capabilities and trends. Attendees can look forward to four days of exposure to innovative thinking, problem-solving and business opportunities. More details at www.wcc2010.com

About ACS
About the ACS: The ACS (Australian Computer Society) is the recognised professional association for those working in Information and Communications Technology, seeking to raise the standing of ICT professionals and represent their views to government, industry and the community. A member of the Australian Council of Professions, the ACS is the guardian of professional ethics and standards in the ICT sector, committed to ensuring the beneficial use of ICT for all Australians. It provides both members and non-members with opportunities for professional education, networking and certification, as well as enabling them to contribute to the development of their profession. Visit www.acs.org.au for more.
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