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As AI reshapes the future of society, seamless collaboration between humans, agents, and machines will define tomorrow’s enterprises.
Our focus for the 39ᵗʰ CIO Workshop
The next intelligence:
Humans, agents and machines
Explore the new wave of intelligence through three lenses:
Humans:
Leading the age of intelligence
The next wave starts with people—bold thinkers who imagine, harness and govern AI to create impact and deliver results.
Agents:
Agile digital collaborators
Beyond automation lies true partnership. Intelligent agents amplify human potential, transforming how we work and innovate.
Machines:
Intelligence in motion
Step into a world where machines act and adapt as AI enters reality, bringing intelligence to life.
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39 CIO Workshop
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Singapore
Join us for a morning of insightful discussions as we explore the synergy between humans, machines and intelligent agents, and how that will redefine the way we live and work.
Located at Raffles City Convention Centre, registration opens at 8:30 AM and the programme commences at 9:30 AM:
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Shaping our collective future with AI
Ms Jasmin Lau, Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information, will speak on how the government is driving AI-powered enterprise transformation and building an AI-ready workforce to create an inclusive digital future.
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AI and the new world order
Visiting Scholar from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and former Foreign Minister of Singapore, George Yeo, will share insights on the state of AI development around the world and what this means for Singapore and Southeast Asia.
03.
From pilots to platforms: AI, autonomy and robotics for mobility
This panel discussion brings together practitioners and technologists to share insights on platform integration, human–AI–robot teaming, governance and real-world impact across airports, ports and urban infrastructure.
Hear more from leading industry practitioners such as Colin Yip, Regional Head of IT at PSA International, Chan Hian Lim, Associate Vice President (Applied Research) at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), and Changi Airport Group.
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From models to impact: Google’s AI in action
In this executive spotlight, experience how Google is putting AI to work on a global scale—showcasing breakthrough capabilities across models, platforms and products, and how they are enabling organisations to drive productivity, unlock new value and accelerate real-world outcomes.
05.
Agentic AI showcases
Hear from industry trailblazers such as OpenAI's Managing Director, Oliver Jay, on how agentic AI is transforming the way humans work and collaborate.
06.
AI governance in practice: Lessons from finance for every industry
As AI moves from experimentation to enterprise deployment, this panel brings together Alan Lim, Director, Financial Infrastructure & AI Office at the Monetary Authority of Singapore, ServiceNow and leading financial institutions to share how AI governance is practically embedded into daily operations, supporting risk management, accountability, transparency and regulatory alignment.
Shenzhen and Guangzhou
Welcome to the Greater Bay Area, China’s innovation powerhouse for robotics, embodied AI and future-ready technologies. Here’s what’s in store:
01.
Shenzhen: Where digital intelligence meets real-world application
Experience the future of robotics, autonomy and AI
Explore AI-enabled product development and manufacturing and applying autonomous systems at scale with experts from BYD, discover leading-edge agentic AI innovations at Huawei and witness UBTECH’s humanoid robots redefining embodied AI for education, industry and services.
Engage with AI leaders, policy makers and innovators
Join discussions with the Longgang District AI (Robotics) Administration on how they prioritise and scale AI and robotics use cases, and enable a vibrant AI and robotics ecosystem in the district.
Witness the latest AI and robotics innovations
Immerse yourself in the 7ᵗʰ Shenzhen Global AI Expo, featuring next-generation AI devices, humanoid robots and more. Dialogue with Engine AI, a next-generation humanoid robotics developer; Inovance, a leading industrial automation company; and the Shenzhen AI Industry Association, offering an ecosystem view of one of China’s densest AI hubs.
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Guangzhou: Driving the future of human-machine collaboration
Human-machine collaboration in action
Tour XPENG’s smart manufacturing facility and observe how robotics, automation and people work together to deliver speed, scale and quality. Engage with senior XPENG executives on its strategic vision, technology roadmap and long-term competitive positioning.
About us
The CIO Workshop was created and piloted by Accenture in the USA in 1986. In 1988, Accenture brought the CIO Workshop to Singapore for the first time and jointly organised it in partnership with the Information Technology Management Association (ITMA). The ITMA was previously known as the Data Processing Management Association of Singapore. After almost four decades, the CIO Workshop has become the longest-running annual forum where CIOs gain insights on the latest technologies, learn from leading industry experts and network with peers from both large private and public organisations.
In 2000, the event set a new standard with its dual-location format. Since then, delegates have had the opportunity to travel, learn from and network with their peers from another Asian city during the second leg of the workshop. Past destinations have included Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, Shanghai and Shenzhen.
The evolution of the CIO Workshop
