European ATMs conference set for June

European ATMs 2016 is set for June 14 and 15 in London with a speaker program that will include bank case studies from around the world and keynote speakers from the European Central Bank, Deutsche Bundesbank, Austrian Mint and the Bank of England.

The conference is organized by specialist research and consulting firm, RBR and the ATM Industry Association. More than 600 senior executives, representing more than 200 organisations from 45 countries are expected to attend this year’s event.

According to a press release, this year's conference will include presentations on progressive ATM projects, delivered by industry experts from a wide range of countries including Australia, Germany, Iran, Nigeria, Poland, Russia, Turkey and the U.K.

Presentation topics will include effective multichannel and omnichannel strategies; deposit automation and cash recycling; cardless and contactless ATM technology; biometric authentication; adapting ATM strategy to consumer behavior; driving ATM profitability; and insights into the future of ATMs.

Delegates will be able to engage directly with speakers, both in Q&A discussions and during extended coffee and lunch breaks, the release said. A large exhibition space will also offer the opportunity for attendees to make contacts and exchange ideas.

"From young markets with large unbanked populations to the most sophisticated where consumers can choose from an increasingly wide array of banking channels, the ATM remains a vital touch point between banks and their customers," said RBR associate Rowan Berridge.

"As banks increasingly focus on automating branch processes and IADs evolve to meet new market demands, this year's event promises to inform with a high level of intelligent thinking and advanced ATM strategy,” conference organizer, Rachel Kelley said in the release.