Application deadline

03 February 2023

Objective

Participants will gain an overview of cash-related IT solutions and issues surrounding project management, as well as considering questions concerning the use of standard software. The focus will be on the benefits and costs of serial number reading as an example of a project. The seminar will provide also a convenient forum for an initial exchange of expert views from central bankers worldwide.

Contents

• Overview of the Bundesbank’s IT solutions for cash management
• International cooperation
• Reasons for implementation
• How to set up a project
• Different options for implementing IT solutions
• Determining requirements for IT solutions
• Standardisation or use of Business standard software
• General conditions/framework for IT development/tender
• Serial number reading

Target group

This course is aimed at those new to roles in a central bank’s cash or IT departments who would like to start by gaining an overview of the field, through to more experienced participants and project managers wishing to expand their knowledge and learn about the Bundesbank’s approach.

Technical requirements

Computer with microphone, camera, speakers or headphones; an up-to-date internet browser.