Economic shifts and workforce changes are pushing HR to do more with less, without losing sight of employee experience. This session explores how a major Hong Kong organisation with over 18,000 staff has leveraged automation and AI to streamline recruitment, onboarding and HR operations to boost efficiency, improve engagement, and some practical strategies for managing through disruption. 

With rising burnout rates amidst restructuring and financial pressures, employee wellbeing has become critical for organisational survival. This session highlights practical, culturally attuned wellbeing programmes that effectively mitigate stress, enhance mental health, and foster resilience, contributing to a healthier, more productive workforce.

Explores how generative AI can simplify cross-border human capital management, boost efficiency in multi-country payroll, and enhance compliance and employee experience through real-world use cases.

Traditional one-size-fits-all benefits models no longer meet the needs of a diverse workforce, yet rising costs make it harder to offer flexibility without compromising budgets. This session discusses how smart design of flexible benefits can balance personalisation with cost control, using data, segmentation, and digital tools to boost engagement and align benefits strategy with workforce priorities.

With the rise of AI and evolving workplace needs, organisations must rethink how learning is delivered. This session explores experiential and social learning approaches that drive behaviour change, strengthen team cohesion, and position HR as a strategic partner in business growth.

Mental health issues are increasingly impacting workplaces. Discover how proactive mental health interventions, culturally sensitive support programmes, and leadership-driven wellbeing initiatives improve both employee resilience and organisational performance.

In increasingly digital workplaces, employees risk losing the human connection essential for engagement and growth. This panel discusses how to create high-touch experiences that bridge digital and emotional needs, while reimagining onboarding, feedback, and recognition through a human-first lens.

Amid growing scrutiny over pay fairness, transparent communication around compensation is vital. Learn best practices for openly discussing pay structures, rewards, and promotions, fostering a culture of trust and reducing dissatisfaction.

As regulations evolve rapidly in response to economic pressures, HR teams must stay ahead. This session provides updates on employment law developments and shares practical compliance strategies to mitigate legal risks effectively.