VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION AND SHARED EXPERIENCES

For the perfect preparation of the virtual Smart Country Convention, we give you practical tips to assist you in advance.

ALL IN ONE TOOL: THE KEY FACTS

Program runtime
26 and 27 October 2021
09:00 a.m. – 04.00 p.m.

Access to the event platform
Online. Free of charge. Registration required.

Registration
To login you need a valid ticket, available in our ticket store. After a successful registration in the ticket shop you will receive your first login access by mail.

Duration of use of the event platform
19 October 2021 until 28 April 2022

Languages
The program will be broadcast in German and some sessions will be held in English.

Functions
- Livestream conference & video on demand - directly in the web.
- Q&As or live votings provide for an active exchange.
- Live chat, video call, audio-video-conferencing, appointment calendar & scheduling - in advance & live
- Personal dashboard with networking profile, own favorites, calendar and contacts.
- Your matches: recommendations for relevant contacts and interesting sessions.
- Jobwall, company presentations, products and downloads of our partners.

Look forward to two days full of exciting topics, ideas and projects around e-government, smart city and smart region!

Experience our digital live program all about the digitization of cities, communities and districts! Secure your place for the Smart Country Convention 2021! We invite you to intensive exchange and focused networking.

HOW TO REACH THE VIRTUAL EVENT PLATFORM

In our ticket store you can book your personal ticket and then log in to our event platform. You can expect interactive sessions and numerous opportunities for digital networking.

ONLINE. FREE OF CHARGE. REGISTERED.

Book your ticket: For the login to the event platform you need a valid ticket. You will receive your personal access data by email automatically after the successful booking of your ticket.

Not registered yet? Register now and benefit from additional features. Only with a user account you can:

1. create a networking profile
2. network and match
3. save favorites and search results and also access them mobile on your tablet or smartphone
4. have access to detailed pages like Livestream or Video-on-Demand

NOT LONG UNTIL THE DIGITAL SMART COUNTRY CONVENTION STARTS

The virtual event platform will be activated for all registered participants on 19 October 2021.

THE SYSTEM CHECK

Even before the Smart Country Convention, you can check whether your system is ready. To be able to use the event platform to its full extent, you need sufficient bandwidth and a functioning browser in the latest version - Chrome, Safari or Firefox.

- Google Chrome Win 10 up version 76
- Firefox Win 10 up version 61
- Microsoft Edge Win 10 up version 80
- Microsoft Edge Win 8.1 up version 80

WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT:

1. Desktop computer (preferred), laptop or mobile device

2. Browser in the latest version (preferably Google Chrome)

3. Stable and fast internet connection

4. Webcam for video call conferencing (if necessary)

5. Microphone for video call conferencing (if necessary)

If you want to make sure that your browser, headset and microphone for the Smart Country Convention are working properly, use our system check for a close examination. Simply go to our landing page, click the button “Check your technical requirements” and start the compatibility test.

HOW TO LOG IN COMFORTABLY

Already from 19 October 2021 you can log into our event platform to explore the features in the languages English and German.
And this is how it works:

Registration in the ticket store

Book your ticket. After your successful registration you will receive your personalized login data automatically by email for the event platform. Then click on the link and assign your individual password.

If you have forgotten your password, please use the forgotten-password function.

You have questions? Contact us to learn more about our virtual event platform! For direct technical support, you can also use our practical chat function to answer your questions quickly and easily.

GET TO KNOW THE DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES OF THE EVENT PLATFORM

In the run-up to the event you already have the possibility to check if your system is ready via the system check. From October 19, you can log into our event platform to familiarize yourself with the features in German and English:

1. Program: Get acquainted with the conference program in advance, favor exciting program items and never miss a highlight!

2. Networking: The Smart Country Convention has always focused on sharing ideas and experiences. Get recommendations for interesting contacts and get in touch with other participants or partners via chat or video call.

3. My area: Manage your personal dashboard and use direct access to all areas of our event platform in addition to a short overview.

4. Video on Demand: All sessions will be recorded and are later on available for you as video-on-demand on our platform.

You don't want to miss the Special edition of the Smart Country Convention? Register yourself and invite your colleagues. We look forward to seeing you!

FIND THE ANSWERS TO ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS HERE

Do you have general questions about the event platform, the conference agenda, speakers, or networking?
In our FAQ area you’ll find all of the relevant information and many helpful tips about this year’s event. For direct support, our practical chat function is also available on our event platform, so that you can get your questions answered quickly and conveniently.

Download FAQ - For visitors of the SCCON Event Platform (PDF, 144.1 kB)

GOOD TO KNOW

By what date can I register on the platform?
Registrations are possible until 25 November 2021.

How long is the platform accessible?
From 19 October the platform will be available to all registered participants. Networking functions such as video calls will be available until 10 November. After the event, the platform will remain accessible until 28 April 2022.