The harmony of an orchestra springs to life when each musician, inspired by their unique skills, plays their part to perfection. In the same way, efficient arbitral proceedings rely on the seamless interaction among parties, counsel, arbitrators, institutions, and other players. This special edition of the Vienna Arbitration Days – also celebrating VIAC's 50th anniversary – unveils both, established approaches and innovative ideas in achieving the fast, fair, cost-efficient and final resolution of complex disputes through arbitration.