Discussion on forces shaping work and the future of the workplace at The Hindu Huddle
The forces shaping work and the workplace have changed dramatically over the last few years.
While technological advances have impacted roles, making some easier and putting others at risk, unprecedented events such as the COVID-19 pandemic have effectively changed our imagination of the workplace. Political shifts in some regions have fuelled an anti-DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) movement. What then is the future of work and of the workplace? In a world that is adopting more and more digital technologies, which will be the most sought-after skills? In a post-pandemic world, is a hybrid model here to stay?
These are some of the questions that will be explored during the The Hindu Huddle panel discussion titled 'Let's Talk Work: The Future of the Workplace'. The participants will be K. Ganesh, serial entrepreneur and partner, Growthstory; Hemant Malik, Wholetime Director and Divisional Chief Executive - Foods, ITC; Jayen Mehta, Managing Director, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation; and Suparna Mitra, Chief Executive Officer, Watches and Wearables Division, Titan. The conversation will be moderated by L.V. Navaneeth, CEO, The Hindu Group. The Huddle will be held on May 9 and 10 in Bengaluru.
The panelists will throw light on how business models, employee and customer expectations, and technology are shaping the modern workforce and determining its priorities. They will touch upon key contemporary subjects such as AI integration, the evolving role of hybrid work, the nature of the gig economy, and the importance of upskilling and reskilling. They will examine commitments to ESG (environmental, social and governance) goals, employee well-being ,and organisational DEI through the lens of sustainable business goals and stakeholder expectations.
If you have any questions that you would like our moderator to ask the panelists, write to us at huddle@thehindu.co.in
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