Many executives and professionals are yet to grapple with how the AI revolution will impact their businesses. AI is poised to transform every industry and contribute USD $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, a game-changing amount. The rapidly improving ability of machines to perceive, evaluate and act more quickly and accurately than a human is world altering and a competitive advantage across all fields. AI will be the most powerful tool in ages to add value to your organisation. To stay ahead with digital transformation and lead in the artificial intelligence race it is imperative to make nimble informed decisions about where and how to employ AI in your business. This talk covers the concepts and technologies behind AI, applications of AI, implications of its use, and future directions of the field in a simple and intuitive manner.

It is time to prepare yourself for what’s next – a technological revolution that will transform how people live, work, and relate to each other. The blending of the physical, digital, and biological worlds and the rapidly improving ability of machines to perceive, evaluate and act more quickly and accurately than a human will transform all industries and help us to create enjoyable, profitable, productive, and comfortable workplaces. It will be the combination of the talents of humans and AI working in tandem that will make for the future of intelligent work. This talk is a good way to prepare, it empowers participants to be effective users of AI in the future of work.

This talk empowers business leaders to capitalize on the benefits and opportunities presented by climate action and sustainability. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has made it clear that human influence on the climate system is undisputed, and it is imperative that we take a whole-of-society approach to climate action. The business sector has a crucial role to play in this effort, not only because it is responsible for a large portion of emissions, waste generation, and water usage, but also because it has the power to stabilize the planet through climate-friendly corporate action and policies. By integrating such action and policies into business operations, companies can benefit from cost reduction, brand reputation, competitive advantage, talent acquisition, government rebates and incentives, and investor confidence. Customers and investors are increasingly embracing social causes, and climate change is high on the agenda. However, poor corporate policies can lead to costly government regulation that affects business operations and revenue.

The following areas are covered:

Climate risks and their impact on businesses.

Benefits of climate-friendly corporate action and policies.

Strategies for boosting preparedness and mitigating climate risks.

Recommended actions for achieving carbon neutrality.

Today, most of all gross domestic product (GDP) worldwide has become digital, businesses are generating revenue from software applications and using modern technology to build custom solutions. Digital transformation, the process of using digital technologies to create new — or modify existing — business processes and customer experiences to meet changing business and market requirements, is on the rise. Digital transformation calls for innovation to take full advantage of new opportunities that come with new enabling breakthrough technologies. These technologies are no longer a competitive differentiator; they are a necessity for business continuity. As such, it is imperative that organizations increase their technology intensity to create new digital capabilities and solve complex business challenges in distributed enterprises. This talk is a force multiplier for digital transformation in your organization. The learning journey will unlock growth, accelerate digitalization, and create new efficiencies for your organization.