The presentation covers the role of a well-functioning cash infrastructure for the stabilizing role of cash and the resilience of cash cycles. For that purpose, experiences from developed countries are assessed by distinguishing between demand and supply factors. Access, availability, acceptance, and affordability of cash are crucial building blocks of a robust cash infrastructure. Important aspects are also the public good characteristics of the “institution” cash which should encourage central banks to re-evaluate their position of “neutrality” as a player in the payments market to a more active role.