The list of ICIS 2011 registrants (as of November 29, 2011) is now available

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration for the ICIS conference, plus all AIS SIG and Ancillary meetings, are handled by a single registration process. A separate registration fee applies for the conference and for each AIS SIG and ancillary meeting for which you register, but you are able to register for all events on a single registration form.

All registration fees are in US Dollars. All participants must pay the applicable registration fees, including workshop speakers, paper presenters, session moderators and conference committee members. New and/or renewing membership fees are included in the conference fees.

The ICIS conference fees include attendance at all conference sessions and exhibits, conference lunches, and refreshment breaks; the Welcome Reception and the social event. 

Guest tickets are available for both the full conference and the evening events. The guest full conference package includes a printed badge, all meals, and access to the evening events. A la carte Guest tickets for the Welcome Reception and Social Event will be available as well for an additional fee during the registration process or purchase them at the conference.

 PLEASE NOTE: This conference is only open to current members of AIS. However, you may join AIS as part of your conference registration. For more information about AIS, or to become a member, visit our website at www.aisnet.org.

Registration rates will be processed in US Dollars and are as follows:

	Early (Aug 1 - Oct 10)		Regular (Oct 11 – Nov 18)		On-site (Nov 19 and later)
Membership Status:	Current	Renewing*	Current	Renewing*	Current	Renewing*
Academic	$625	$750a	$675	$800a	$725	$850a
Student	$395	$480b	$445	$530b	$495	$580b
Corporate/Professional	$899	$1024c	$949	$1074c	$999	$1124c
Doctoral Consortium (Invitation Only)	$395		$395		$395
Guest Full Package Ticket	$225		$225		$225

^{*AIS membership dues vary based on country of residence.  Your dues amount may be less.  Click here to find your AIS membership dues rate. The proper dues rate will be calculated on the electronic form.
a} - Rate includes $125 AIS Academic membership
^b - Rate includes $85 AIS Student membership
^c - Rate includes $125 AIS Corporate membership

How to register?

There are three easy ways to register for ICIS 2011. Payment must accompany form, in US Funds Only. Purchase Orders are not accepted.

1. Register Online

Complete your ICIS 2011 Online Registration here. This is a secure web server, so your registration information and credit card number is protected.  

2. Register by Fax

Simply download and complete the registration form and fax to +1 (404) 240-0998. Fax registrations must include payment by credit card. A $25 USD processing fee will be applied to your registration.

3. Register by Mail

Simply download the registration form and mail the completed form and your payment to the address below. A $25 USD processing fee will be applied to your registration.

Association for Information Systems
c/o ICIS 2011
3525 Piedmont Rd.
Bldg. Five, Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30301-2712

If paying by check, mail your check and registration form before November 19, 2011 to ensure proper processing. Checks should be payable to “AIS.”

 

CANCELLATION AND SUBSTITUTION POLICY
Request for refund or cancellation must be in writing via email, fax or mail and are subject to the following schedule: received by October 10, 2011, full refund less $25 administrative fee; received by November 18, 2011 full refund less $50 administrative fee; cancellations received by the AIS headquarters on November 19, 2011,
or later will not be accepted and the registrant will be liable for the full conference registration fee. Substitutions for current AIS members are permitted.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For questions regarding registration, please contact the ICIS Conference Registrar by e-mail at registrar@aisnet.org or call +1 (404) 760-8177, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST with the exception of  US holidays.

Q:  I am not a member of AIS, can I attend the ICIS conference?
A:  The ICIS conference is only open to current members of AIS. However, you may join AIS as part of your conference registration. For more information about AIS, or to become a member, visit our website at www.aisnet.org. 
 
Q:  Do I have to be an AIS member to register for the SIG and Ancillary meetings?
A:  You do not have to be an AIS member to register for the SIG and Ancillary meetings. For online registration, just select the SIG/Ancillary Event Option Only and proceed with your registration. If you submit your registration via fax, please indicate on the form which SIG/Ancillary meeting you would like to attend.

Q:  Can I pay after I attend the conference?
A:  Online and paper registration forms will be accepted without payment; however, full payment must be submitted in advance or upon check- in at the conference in order to receive your registration badge.

Q: I am participating in the Doctoral Consortium, are membership fees included in my registration? 
A: Students attending the DC pay the DC registration fee ($395, regardless when they register.)  If the student is not already an AIS member, they will be provided with a complimentary one-year student membership.  If they are already a member, then their attendance at the DC does not change their membership status.  Their current membership will expire as scheduled. 

Q:  Can I register and pay onsite?
A:  Yes, you can register and pay onsite. We accept US Dollar, Chinese RMB, personal checks, traveler's checks, VISA, MasterCard and American Express. Registration badges will not be issued until payment is made in full. Due to space limitations, we strongly encourage all participants to register and pay in advance. Early registration fees are offered at a discounted rate.

Q:  Can I pay by purchase order?
A: Purchase orders are not accepted. Registration badges will not be issued without some form of payment in full.  If evidence of company payment is not available on site, the participant will be given a registration badge only after he/she provides a valid credit card number as a guarantee until staff returns to the office following the conference.

Q: I am an Institutional Member or Academic Sponsor designee. How do I register?
A: Contact Membership Manager at membership@aisnet.org to verify your eligibility; thereafter, the conference registrar will forward a promo code for you to use for online registration. You can also submit your form via fax +1 (404) 240-0998 or email it to registrar@aisnet.org.  Once your status has been verified, the conference registrar will process your registration. 

Q: What’s the last day for conference registration?
A: The conference registration will remain open until the end of the conference which is December 7, 2011.

Q: What is the refund policy for conference registration cancellations?
A: Requests for refund or cancellation must be in writing via email, fax or mail and are subject to the following schedule:  Received by October 10, full refund less $25 administrative fee; received by November 18, full refund less $50 administrative fee; received by the AIS office on November 19, or later are ineligible for a refund.  Substitutions are permitted. 

Q: What is the recommended attire for the conference?
A: Conference attire will be casual and comfortable. Please note, however, that Shanghai weather in December is typically quite chilly.  Check here for the current weather conditions before you pack.

Q: What if I’d like to bring a guest?
A: Guest tickets are available for the full conference or the social events only. You can pay for your guest ticket in advance or purchase them at the conference.

Q: I have special dietary needs; how can I request special meals?
A: We are happy to honor your special dietary needs. Please indicate your request on your registration form prior to the conference. All special dietary requests must be made prior to the conference itself; requests made on site may not be honored.

Q: Are the conference proceedings included in my registration?
A: The conference proceedings will be available on the AIS E-library.

Q: I need a Visa to travel. How do I obtain a letter of invitation?
 A: Please refer to here for details.

Q: I don’t have a credit card, can I pay by bank transfer?
 A: Contact the AIS Conference Registrar at registrar@aisnet.org to receive bank transfer instructions. Upon completion of the transfer, fax or email the registration form and proof of the transfer to the AIS office for processing.

Q: How do I make a change to my registration?
A:To amend your registration (add a guest, register for a workshop), you have to log back into the registration system using the username and password you provided during your online registration process. Be sure not to change your current registration type as you will need to remain registered as an Academic or Student registrant for the ICIS Conference. Please note: ICIS registration login is completely separate from your membership so the login credentials may be different. If you have misplaced your ICIS registration login credentials, please contact the registrar at registrar@aisnet.org or call +1 (404) 760-8177 for assistance.

Q: What is the Meebo chat window?
A: The Meebo chat window is a quick and easy way to receive assistance regarding your registration.

Q: When is the Meebo chat window available?
A: The Meebo chat window is available during the normal business hours of 9:00am -5:00pm EST with the exception of US holidays.