How the Commission Works

The Commission operates through Task Forces and other working groups which carry out specific assignments as formulated in a mandate given by the Commission’s Chairman. The Task Force members are appointed by the ICC’s national committees, and Task Forces are usually chaired by two members who guide the form and substance of the work. A Task Force may have a specific, dedicated mission –such as the publication of a set of rules or guidelines – or may be put into place to study a certain aspect of arbitration or ADR, without a precast idea of the end result of its work. The Commission holds two plenary sessions per year, which members are encouraged to attend. At these Commission meetings, the members discuss current projects, vote on Task Force reports and have the opportunity to share ideas and views with their peers from around the world.