The Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM) is a formal meeting held as part of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) process to prepare for a World Radiocommunication Conference (WRCThe World Radiocommunication Conference (W...).

Its main purpose is to develop a CPM Report, which provides the technical, operational, regulatory, and procedural information that delegates need to make informed decisions at the WRC. The report is designed to be neutral; it presents the available options and their implications without recommending a preferred outcome.

The CPM:

• Reviews each agenda item for the upcoming WRC.
• Summarizes studies carried out by the ITU Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-RThe International Telecommunication U...).
• Identifies possible methods to satisfy the objectives of each agenda item.
• Explains the advantages, disadvantages, and impacts of each method.
• Produces the official CPM Report that serves as the primary technical reference during WRC negotiations.

The CPM process typically consists of two sessions:

1. CPM-1
   • Takes place shortly after a WRC concludes.
   • Organizes the work needed to address the agenda for the next WRC.
   • Assigns studies to the relevant ITU-R Study Groups and Working Parties.
2. CPM-2
   • Held several months before the next WRC.
   • Reviews the completed studies.
   • Finalizes and approves the CPM Report.

Delegates, regulators, satellite operators, mobile network providers, broadcasters, and equipment manufacturers all rely heavily on the CPM Report when preparing their positions for a WRC.