IGWT

IGWT - International Society of Commodity Science and Technology (Internationale Gesellschaft fur Warenkunde und Technologie (IGWT), organizes yearly symposiums at associate's institutions (IGWT-INT,2019).

Creation

Founded ON 6th of August 1976 by:

• Prof. Paul Fink, ETH St. Gallen, Switzerland
• Prof. Josef Holzl, (University of Economics and business Administration in Vienna)
• Dipl. Kfm. Dr. Helge Gasthuber, (University of Economics and business Administration in Vienna)
• Dr. Frans Lox, Gent, Belgium
• Dr. Heinrich Schlick, Mannheim, Germany
• Dipl.Volkswirt Otto Gekeler, Ulm Germany
• Also Prof. Dr. Otto Aalhaus(university in Heidelberg)
• Prof. Dr. Traebert.

The first President was Dr. Schlick,the followig was Professor Holzl. In October 1978 IGWT was officially registered with office at the Department of Technology and Commodity Science on University of Economics and business Administration in Vienna,Austria. It began to co-edit the Journal Forum Ware - a German/Austrian journal firstly published two years prior(E. Weginger,2019).

Growth

Not soon after the creation of the organisation, other associations and individuals joined the IGWT. Organisation was well represented during frequent travels of Prof. Josef Holzl and his assistants, one of them - Prof. Gerhard Vogel traveled to Japan to prepare cooperation for future encevours that could have been partaken. In 1978 the countries Belgium, Germany, Israel, Japan, Austria, and Switzerland were active in IGWT and soon after Poland followed (E. Weginger,2019).

Present Times

Members and organisations of the IGWT originates now from almost 20 countries : Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Belarus, China, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, and Ukraine (E. Weginger,2019).

The Purpose

The purpose of the Society is to obtain multinational cooperation of all institutions,societes, associations and individuals dealing with commodities and technology, as well establishing an extensive exchange of experience and knowledge between those members and institutions.. The Society supports all effort contributing to the better,wider knowledge about goods(IGTW homepage, 2019).

Examples of IGWT activities

• IGWT regularly organizes symposiums and conferences in various countries. These events bring together experts from the field of commodity science and technology for exchanging ideas and knowledge.
• IGWT also promotes research and development in the field of commodity science and technology through the publication of its journals and books.
• IGWT also provides training and training courses for professionals and students in the field of commodity science and technology.
• IGWT supports educational programs and internships for students interested in pursuing a career in commodity science and technology.
• IGWT also works closely with industry partners to provide technical support and advice. This can include development of new technologies and processes, as well as providing advice on how to improve existing ones.

Advantages of IGWT

The International Society of Commodity Science and Technology (IGWT) offers many advantages for its members and associates. These include:

• The ability to network with experts from around the world in the field of commodity science and technology. Members can share their knowledge and experiences, as well as gain insight from experts from different countries.
• The IGWT provides access to a variety of resources, including publications, conferences, and workshops. These resources help members stay up-to-date on the latest research and technology advancements in the field.
• IGWT also provides members with a platform to collaborate on research projects and initiatives. This allows members to work together to find solutions to global challenges and improve the quality of commodities.
• IGWT is committed to advancing the study and practice of commodity science and technology, through advocacy, research, and education. This commitment helps ensure that members have access to the latest developments and advancements in the field.

Limitations of IGWT

The International Society of Commodity Science and Technology (IGWT) has some limitations that may hinder its progress and effectiveness. These limitations include:

• Limited funding and resources: IGWT is largely dependent on membership fees and donations. This limits the resources available to the organization, making it difficult to carry out research, organize events and cover operational costs.
• Regional focus: The majority of IGWT's activities are focused on Europe. This can limit the reach of the organization and its ability to promote its mission on a global scale.
• Lack of collaboration: IGWT does not have a strong presence in the international scientific community, making it difficult to collaborate with other organizations and research institutions.
• Lack of awareness: IGWT does not have a strong public presence and is relatively unknown among the general public, making it difficult to promote its activities and raise awareness.

Other approaches related to IGWT

IGWT has several approaches to promote and support the advancement of commodity science and technology. These include:

• Establishing a platform for the exchange of scientific and technological information among members. IGWT provides a website and newsletters to help members stay up to date on the latest advancements in the field.
• Developing standards for commodity science and technology. IGWT works closely with industry, universities and governmental organizations to ensure that standards are in line with the latest research and advances in the field.
• Promoting the exchange of ideas and practices among members. IGWT hosts symposiums and workshops to facilitate the exchange of ideas and best practices among members.
• Developing educational materials and resources. IGWT provides resources such as textbooks, instructional materials, and webinars to help members learn more about the field.
• Supporting research and development in the field. IGWT provides grants and awards to help fund research and development projects in the field.

In summary, IGWT has several approaches to promote and support the advancement of commodity science and technology. These include providing a platform for the exchange of information, developing standards, promoting the exchange of ideas and practices, developing educational materials and resources, and supporting research and development in the field.

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References

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• "IGWT home page", http://www.igwt.uek.krakow.pl/ ,(2019),
• "IGWT Announcements", http://www.igwt-int.org/, (2019)
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Author: Gabriela Zabawa