As previously announced, the next Front-end Clearing (FEC) application to be implemented will be the Allocation and Claim System (ACS) via the CME Portal. This system will ultimately replace the existing 3270 GUS. It is being designed to accommodate all current and future CME product offerings. It will be easy to use, flexible, and allow firms the ability to effectively complete back-office give-up transactions related to CME's clearing process.

To help ensure a successful implementation, we will be conducting two ACS seminars. The seminars will be held on Tuesday, October 1 and Wednesday October 2, 2002 at 9:00AM in the Auditorium.

If you plan on attending the seminar please contact Jackie Perun at (312) 930-3421 or e-mail at jperun@cme.com. IF you have questions regarding FEC/ACS, please contact Farris Oweimrin of the Client Management Department at (312) 648-4780 or email at foweimri@cme.com. Thank you!