The future of work is on everyone’s agenda. This event brings thought leaders together to share cutting edge ideas on the future, from both a people and technology perspective. It will allow an understanding of the key drivers of change and enablers of innovation that will shape how, where and when work takes place. Our conference programme will explore future technologies, cutting edge award-winning workplaces and people, change and engagement.
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Conference Agenda
CONFERENCE AGENDA
Conference Opens
Chairperson's Opening Remarks
Host Welcome
The New World of Work: Challenges & Emerging Trends
The pandemic has been a catalyst of re-shaping and re-thinking a new world of work. We examine what’s on the horizon for the future of work, looking at how business leaders should respond and what should they prioritise in the months ahead?
Creating A Million New Years of Free Time
A compelling narrative which will discuss the 4 Day Week movement in the context of the history of working hours, the current trials globally, the results, the science behind the change and why it works, and how this creation of a 4 Day World can fundamentally change the world of work to one which works for everyone.
Coffee and Networking Break
Data-Driven Workplace Strategies and Transformations
Is your organisation using the right tools and metrics to influence innovations in workplace strategy? We explore how identifying and utilising the most pertinent data sets can help take actions which result in more productive, engaged and motivated team members. Hear examples of data-driven cultures as well as new technologies and innovations helping leading organisations deliver best workplace practice in the UK as well as further afield.
People Data and Organimetrics: How to Cultivate Impactful Leaders
Toby Mildon dives into the utilisation of data to drive c-suite recruitment strategies. He shares best practices, use cases, and the role of analytics in making informed decisions for hiring & developing inclusive leaders and a diverse board. Explore how “organimetric” analytics can be leveraged with an inclusivity methodology to promote diversity and inclusion in a senior leadership team.
The Art and Science of Auto Trader’s Agile Office
Discover how Auto Trader fosters a purpose-driven, people-centric culture through innovative workplace strategies. Delve into the evolving role of utilization data and how the Auto Trader team navigates hybrid work challenges. Learn from industry experts Holly Redman, Technology Experience Partner at Auto Trader, and Jane Watson, EMEA Director at XY Sense, as they discuss key workplace metrics and the importance of building an agile feedback loop and data strategy.
Expert Panel: Workplace Data: What You Need, Why You Need It and How to Get It
In this session we delve into the world of workplace data, aiming to understand what different stakeholders need, why it is important and how they can obtain the key data that enables success.
Lunch and Networking Break
Think Tank Sessions
An interactive and collaborative session for delegates to come together to discuss and share insights from the day's presentations, while also providing an opportunity for networking and socialising. Delegates are divided into small, diverse groups to encourage a rich mix of perspectives. Each group is given a specific topic related to the day's themes, with participants taking turns sharing insights, reflections, and opinions on the topic. Each group has a pre-assigned representative to present a brief summary back to the audience, highlighting viewpoints and insights that emerged.
Workplace Experience
Companies are accelerating plans to invest in new technology, create flexible working environments and make the office a destination. We will examine the latest workplace technologies and innovations that will support workplace experience and the built environment in 2024 and beyond.
Empowering the Future: The Journey to a Skills-Based Strategy at M&S
In this talk, Peter explores M&S's shift towards a skills-based approach, emphasizing skills and experience in hiring and development decisions, crucial for the company's long-term strategy and customer value delivery. He will discuss the importance of assessing current skills, identifying gaps to shape future strategies, and fostering a culture of continuous, personalized learning. Additionally, we highlight how M&S leverages technology, such as Learning Pool, to support ongoing skills development, underlining the need for workforce agility and tapping into diverse talent pools.
Session to be announced
There are limited opportunities within the agenda for commercial partners to deliver relevant thought-leadership messages to our global audience of senior workplace professionals. For more information please contact Sophie Gillespie at Sophie.Gillespie@worktechevents.co.uk.
Coffee and Networking Break
Sustainable Futures: Rethinking Work, Architecture and Design
In the wake of the global pandemic, we have accelerated shifts in our understanding of how we work, where we work, and the impact of our work on the planet. These sessions explore the pivotal challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as we envision a more sustainable, resilient, and purpose-driven future.
Expert Panel: Workplace Pilots: Navigating New Metrics & Measurements of Success
Explore innovative approaches to creating and measuring flexible and adaptable workspaces and smart environments that enhance employee well-being, productivity, and engagement in this enlightening and dynamic discussion. The panel's focus will be on sharing priorities, introducing pilots, and highlighting the wins, the surprises, and the learnings so far.
Session to be announced
There are limited opportunities within the agenda for commercial partners to deliver relevant thought-leadership messages to our global audience of senior workplace professionals. For more information please contact Sophie Gillespie at Sophie.Gillespie@worktechevents.co.uk
Chairperson's Closing Remarks
Conference Closes
INTERESTED IN SPEAKING AT THIS EVENT?
WORKTECH speakers are leading international thinkers, industry strategists and radical visionaries. Our speakers come from some of today’s most successful companies as well as a broad range of progressive and influential organisations.
Please contact Sophie Gillespie for more information about speaking at this event
