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Workplace Conference

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Creating a new workplace ecosystem with more warmth and vitality

Location: Hall 1

Design Shanghai, in collaboration with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is hosting the Workplace Conference. This event will explore the theme "The Changing Landscape - Workplace Rebalancing." It aims to explore how to build workplace rebalance in an ever-changing environment through a two-day conference that ranges from flexible workplace layouts to comfortable experiences that incorporate natural elements; from intelligent workplace equipment to empathic design that create a sense of well-being at work.

 

2025 Theme

The Changing Landscape - Workplace Rebalancing

As Hurari, author of A Brief History of the Future, said, "For the world of the future, the biggest constant is change." In today's fast-changing era, workplace environments are constantly evolving as traditional ways of working give way to more flexible and innovative approaches.

With the transformation of people's lifestyles and workplace needs, the rebalancing of a healthy life and workplace has become an unavoidable and urgent issue for entrepreneurs and working people. How do we create a desirable workplace in these challenging times?

Change is not just a challenge; it’s an opportunity for renewal and new balance. And with the addition of new workplace concepts and advances in technology, we are moving towards this new balance.

One such evolution is the concept of a distributed workforce, a form of “operational agility” that has gained significant momentum in recent years. This workforce model enables organizations to leverage talent from diverse cultural backgrounds and time zones, fostering innovation and creativity. Characterized by individuals collaborating remotely from various locations, distributed teams offer an outstanding advantage for organizations seeking agility, resilience, and efficiency in today's competitive environment, making them one of the preferred models for the future workplace. Remote work, hybrid work, flexible work, and shared work are all excellent embodiments of a distributed workforce, enabling companies and employees alike to find their own balance in changing times.

 

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