The pandemic forced us to pause and rethink the places where we work—employees no longer return to the office without purpose. In response, stakeholders from finance, design, delivery, and occupancy are seeking solutions to redefine workspaces. "Workplace Velocity" explores how a coordinated approach can create environments that align with the evolving dynamics of work, addressing both opportunities and challenges in the process.

This talk will explore how we predict how AI will, and will not, reshape the future of work, and the implications this has on the way organizations recruit, develop and promote talent.

This session explores how AI integration is reshaping workplace design and workflows. With the rise of AI-powered roles, internal processes, client relationships, and employee productivity are evolving. AI-driven sensors optimize workplace layouts for comfort and performance, improving well-being and sustainability. The session emphasizes redesigning corporate culture to prioritize trust and well-being, alleviating fears of AI and fostering employee loyalty as AI disruption continues to transform the future of workspaces and job roles.

In this session, discover Neat’s philosophy of crafting intuitively designed devices that elevate every interaction—whether virtual or in-person. We’ll explore the elegance of simplicity in technology, high-quality AV that makes everyone feel present, and thoughtful touches that transform rooms into dynamic hubs of collaboration. Join us to see how thoughtful design and innovation can inspire a culture of engagement across any workspace.

As the world continues to normalize post-pandemic, more companies are implementing Return to Work policies. However, do these companies truly understand the impact that employees returning to the office will have on their workspaces? The key to making informed decisions lies in one essential resource: occupancy data.

Have you got workplace analysis paralysis? You’re not alone. In this session, Jared Horstman, APAC Commercial Manager for XY Sense, explores the workplace metrics that actually matter and how to ACT on your data to drive transformative workplace change in 2024.

This session delves into the critical question: Do wellness-oriented initiatives and equipment truly enhance team productivity? We’ll explore the latest research, real-world case studies, and expert insights to uncover the key considerations for effectively integrating wellness-oriented technology into the workplace. Join us to discover how to maximize the impact of your wellness investments.

The climate emergency makes it an imperative for us to dramatically curb carbon emissions now — and what better way of doing so than by turning our attention to the many unremarkable buildings in our dense cities. The presentation will outline six essential ingredients to transforming all old ordinary spaces into extraordinary new places.

Corporate real estate decision-makers in APAC face a wide array of premises choices, whilst the traditional supply-&-demand equation is made more complex by a host of related HR drivers – such as potential for hybrid work adoption & diverse workstyles; expectations of wellness, social equity & inclusion; and attraction & retention of talent. But as most Asian cities experience persistently high land value pressures, are there certain building typologies better-suited to meet today’s evolving work needs? This talk provides a cursory exploration of this curious dynamic.

In this session, Antoine will delve into how acoustics is increasingly becoming a critical factor in the design of modern workspaces. Drawing from his rich experience and innovative approach, he will discuss the influence of noise on employee performance, the importance of sound privacy and confidentiality, and how green building certifications are driving acoustics to the forefront of design considerations.

Design today must prioritize human connection. Trust, belonging, and relatability is essential for positive transformation in workplaces. People-centric decision-making should guide real estate strategies, improving productivity and business outcomes. A panel will explore these challenges, with clients sharing insights from their work environments and systems.