Today, virtual events are at the verge of replacing "real" ones. Seminars, conferences and even trade shows are taking place in the internet, with many advantages over their traditional counterparts: Zero cost (at least zero travelling cost), time-saving, and, currently against the background of the "pig flu" wave in Europe particularly a relevant aspect, a safer way to interact with customers and business partners.

Are "real" trade fairs and congresses a concept of the past? Are YOU planning to attend productronica? (and if so, why?)