Organiser Spotlight: IQPC

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Jun 16
3 min read

A Global Leader in Business Events

For more than 50 years, IQPC (International Quality & Productivity Center) has been one of the world's most influential organisers of conferences, executive summits, industry exchanges, exhibitions, and professional communities. Founded in 1973, the organisation has built a global reputation for bringing together senior decision-makers to address the most important challenges facing business today.

Operating across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, IQPC delivers events that connect executives, practitioners, technology providers, and thought leaders through highly focused industry experiences.

Website: https://www.iqpc.com/

Eye-level view of a modern conference hall set up for a large event — major IQPC event

More Than Just Conferences

What makes IQPC different from many event organisers is its ability to combine live events with year-round professional communities.

Through its network of specialist brands, IQPC serves professionals in:

Human Resources
Learning & Development
Customer Experience
Shared Services
Finance
Process Excellence
Data & Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Cybersecurity
Pharmaceuticals
Manufacturing
Supply Chain
Defence
Energy
Automotive

Its events are designed to provide practical learning, peer-to-peer networking, industry benchmarking, and access to innovative solutions.

Close-up view of a smartphone displaying an event app interface with session schedules and networking options — Attendees gather in elegance to celebrate achievements at the IQPC Awards, capturing moments of joy and recognition.

Flagship IQPC Events

Shared Services & Outsourcing Week (SSOW)

One of IQPC's largest and most recognised event brands.

SSOW brings together leaders responsible for:

Global Business Services
Shared Services
Process Automation
Digital Transformation
Finance Operations
AI & Intelligent Automation

The event has expanded into multiple regions including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, making it one of the most influential gatherings in the shared services industry.

Website: https://www.ssonetwork.com/

OPEX Week

OPEX Week is one of the leading events dedicated to operational excellence and business transformation.

Topics include:

Continuous Improvement
Lean Management
Six Sigma
Automation
Operational Strategy
Enterprise Transformation

The event attracts senior executives responsible for improving performance, productivity, and organisational effectiveness.

Website: https://www.processexcellencenetwork.com/

Chief Data Officer Exchange

The Chief Data Officer Exchange is an invitation-only event that brings together senior data and analytics leaders from major organisations.

Discussion topics typically include:

Data Strategy
AI Governance
Analytics
Data Quality
Digital Innovation
Enterprise Data Management

The event has become a key meeting point for data leaders seeking to maximise the value of information across their organisations.

Website: https://www.iqpc.com/events

CX Events

Through CX Network, IQPC delivers conferences and executive forums focused on customer experience and customer engagement.

Key themes include:

Customer Loyalty
Digital Experience
Personalisation
AI & Customer Service
Customer Journey Design
Contact Centre Transformation

Website: https://www.cxnetwork.com/

HR & Learning Events

Through HR Exchange Network, IQPC serves HR leaders, talent professionals, and learning executives through events, research, webinars, and leadership discussions.

Topics include:

Talent Management
Employee Experience
Leadership Development
Learning & Development
Workforce Transformation
Future of Work
HR Technology

Website: https://www.hrexchangenetwork.com/

Pharma Events

IQPC's Pharma IQ community supports professionals across the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.

Major focus areas include:

Commercial Excellence
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Clinical Development
Digital Health
Supply Chain
AI in Pharma

Website: https://www.pharma-iq.com/

Defence Events

Defence IQ is one of IQPC's most established communities and delivers events covering:

Air Power
Naval Systems
Military Training
Intelligence
Cyber Defence
Defence Technology

These events attract military leaders, government officials, and defence industry experts from around the world.

Website: https://www.defenceiq.com/

IQPC's Industry Communities

A major strength of IQPC is its year-round digital communities that continue the conversation between events.

These platforms provide ongoing access to research, reports, webinars, interviews, podcasts, and industry insights.

Why IQPC Matters

High angle view of a diverse group of professionals attending a workshop session at an IQPC event

Few event organisers have achieved the scale and influence of IQPC. By combining conferences, executive exchanges, professional communities, and digital content, the organisation has created a global ecosystem that helps business leaders learn, connect, and solve challenges together.

Whether through HR events, customer experience conferences, operational excellence summits, pharmaceutical forums, or defence gatherings, IQPC continues to play a significant role in shaping professional communities across industries.