The NIXT (Next Integrated Experience Technology) Summit is a feature within InfoComm Southeast Asia 2021 GoVIRTUAL. Deep dive into the world of emerging technologies like 5G, AR and IoT via the 2-day conference program to learn how these technologies can be integrated for truly transformative solutions.
*Information accurate as of May 2021
DAY 1 • 21 OCTOBER 2021
DAY 2 • 22 OCTOBER 2021
DAY 1 • 21 OCTOBER 2021
10:00 – 10:30
Keynote: The Global AI Agenda and Impacts on Business
NIXT SUMMIT
The Technology Era is Here – How Prepared Are You?
10:30 – 11:00
Keynote: Digital Transformation for Business in SEA – Where are We at Now?
11:00 – 12:00
Panel Discussion: Find the Right Direction in a Chaos of Digital Transformation
How to design your digital business model for success?
How to choose the right technology for the right process?
How to build the right talent and culture to ensure a successful transformation?
12:00 – 12:30
Modern Cybersecurity 101
This session will discuss the recent changes in IT infrastructure and operations and the new issues that are increasingly important in cybersecurity, such as cloud security and DevSecOps, to highlight some basics and beyond for I&O leaders to consider.
LEARN THE BEST FROM END USERS BANKING & HEALTHCARE CASE STUDIES
14:00 – 14:30
Banking Case Study: Moving Beyond the Blockchain Hype – Lessons from An Early Adopter
14:30 – 15:00
Case Study: Blockchain Implementation in Zuellig Pharma
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated one in 10 drugs sold in developing countries is fake or substandard, and while tens of millions of counterfeit drugs are seized yearly by law enforcement agencies like Interpol. Over the past few years, Zuellig Pharma has been working on a blockchain-based solution, eZTracker, to try and address this troubling issue. In this session, we will discuss real world use case of blockchain in pharmaceutical supply chain and analyse the current state of these efforts.
15:00 – 15:30
Healthcare Case Study: Utilizing AR VR in Digital Workplace
Immersive technologies such as AR and VR are expected to become essential ingredients in digital workplace strategy. Many interesting use cases have been identified across offices and sites. However, difficulty in assessing technology maturity, and cost and investment performance remain barriers to its adoption.
In this session, we will discuss corporate use cases and analyze the current status of these efforts.
Manufacturing & Transport Case Studies
15:30 – 16:00
Smart Farming – How Robotics, Automated Sensors and Drones are Used to Increase Yields and Cut Costs
16:00 – 16:30
Case Study: Data Driven Transformation Journey at Blue Bird Group
As Indonesia’s largest taxi company, bluebird has been seen as a conventional company who shied away from technologies. This session will explain how technology, fueled with data, enables the digital transformation in Bluebird Group.
DAY 2 • 22 OCTOBER 2021
NIXT SUMMIT
Cloud and Infrastructure Delivery Strategies
10:00 – 10:30
Keynote: The Impact of IoT on Infrastructure and Operations
10:30 – 11:00
Prepare for the Reality of 5G
Understand the availability and characteristics of 5G technology and implement effective internal evaluation and verification.
Retail Case Studies
11:00 – 11:30
Case Study: Data Platform in the Cloud-Agility for the Data Team
With the abundance of tools and services in the market, starting your data journey has never been easier. In this presentation, Suksant will demonstrate how being cloud-first and autonomous can help companies accelerate their analytics agenda.
11:30 – 12:00
F&B Digitization: How to Ensure a Smooth Digital Transformation Journey
12:00 – 12:30
Case Study: Machine Learning for Improved Customer Experiences
The Evolution of Talent Management and IT Culture
14:00 – 15:00
Panel Discussion: Culture Innovation: How to Cultivate a Digital Culture for Innovation – Key Challenges and Strategies
Many CIOs and IT leaders consider organizational culture as a barrier for the digital businesses. Organizational culture is more important than ever as it is the foundation for creating and implementing new ideas, and is a driving force for change and innovation.
15:00 – 15:30
Case Study: Establish a New Mindset – the Future of Technology Leadership
In the past few years, many companies have implemented digital and bimodal mode two practices, but most have suspended at POC or have not achieved much. The biggest reason for this is not changing the way of thinking and working from the past. This session focuses on organizing mindsets (thinking) to cope with the new era.
15:30 – 16:00
What Types of Talent Do We Needin the Digital Era?
Customized sessions at the Summit cater to a diverse range of different learning needs, from understanding high-level strategic thinking to industry and technology-focused sessions.
Hear about industry trends, technology updates and future forecasting across an array of learning platforms featuring experts in the Professional AudioVisual and Integrated Experience Technologies industries.
Designed specifically for project and mid-level managers to deep-dive into solving day-to-day challenges in the form of quick-fire discussions between industry peers and market experts.
industry Forums hone in on major industry projects in Asia, as well as factors impacting the industry. Presentations will also include the developments of AV in the industries, as well as new technologies that will affect the industry in the near future.
This is a platform where attendees learn about specific technologies such as digital signage and audio technology. The Technology Forums aim to present information and discussion about how these current and emerging technologies can help meet today’s – and tomorrow’s – challenges.
AV technical personnel and professional end-users from various industries can learn technical skills and knowiedge directly from experts from AVIXA, the organization representation Pro-AV and Integrated Experience Solutions professionals worldwide.
A gathering of thought leaders, inspirational figures, and movers and shakers who will share their thoughts about the future and what it would take to get there.
Designed for AV professionals of all ages and experience levels, these 20-minute sessions about hot topics in the industry include short excerpts from AVIXA courses with practical, applicable ideas and skills.
2023 Summit Program
Information is correct at time of writing. Organizers reserve the right to make changes to the program without prior notice.
24 May (All timings stated are in Thailand Time UTC+7)
10:30 – 14:00
Meeting Room 111A
Asia AV Leaders Connect
Asia AV Leaders Connect
By Invitation Only, in Collaboration with System Integration Asia
10:30 – 11:00
Registration & Morning Tea
11:00 – 11:30
Keynote: Global Pro AV Market Trends in the Next 3-5 Years
As communication, collaboration, and user experience technologies evolve at an incredible pace, the AV market is undergoing a phenomenal transformation. This session will provide update on the current AV global market scenario, the latest technology, market trends and key drivers, and the overall market environment.
AVIXA – the global audiovisual integrated experience association USA
David Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, has been the CEO of AVIXA, the audiovisual integrated experience association, since January 2013. Since joining AVIXA, Labuskes has worked to promote industry professionalism, expand global programs and raise awareness of AVIXA offerings. He serves on the Board of Directors of Integrated Systems Events, LLC, a joint venture European trade show company, and InfoComm Asia PTE, Ltd., a joint venture company in Singapore operating InfoComm-branded trade shows in the region. Prior to joining AVIXA, Labuskes served as vice president of RTKL, now a division of ARCADIS, a leading architectural and engineering firm. He is the founder of the company’s Technology Design Practice, overseeing the delivery of audiovisual, voice, data, wireless, environmental media, electronic security and acoustics services. He earned a BA in International Politics from Penn State University and earned an MBA from Loyola University of Maryland.
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Keynote: Global Pro AV Market Trends in the Next 3-5 Years
Asia AV Leaders Connect
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:00 – 11:30
Meeting Room 111A
11:30 – 12:15
Panel Discussion – Spotlight on Asia AV Market
What are the key drivers of the China, India, and Southeast Asia AV market respectively?
What do you see as the top challenge in your market and business?
Where do you see the top 3 growth sectors coming from in future, and why?
Tom Miu is the Managing Director of PTS Singapore driving the overall strategic direction and growth of the company. He plays a critical role spearheading the company’s focus in experience-led, people-centric technology design consulting. Tom is passionate about technology and actively champions co-innovating with industry leaders and clients to democratise and scale digital experiences for clients’ unique spaces. He is also adept at developing new value-adding service lines and growing relationships with clients and partners. Prior to joining PTS, Tom was an IT professional with over twenty years’ experience in consulting, IT project management and technical roles across a diverse range of industries including video games and software multinationals.
Mr. Zane Au graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a B.Sc. (Eng.) degree in 1989. His 30+ years of professional AV career involves numerous projects on large-scale system integration in Hong Kong and throughout Asia. Zane has worked for Shen Milsom & Wilke since 2000 and currently oversees the consultant company’s business in Asia.
Zane is a professional member of the Audio Engineering Society (AES), the Society of Motion Pictures and Television Engineers (SMPTE) and the Acoustical Society of America (ASA). He also holds certification from AVIXA (CTS-D and CTS-I) and US Green Building Council (LEED AP BD+C).
Mradul Sharma is the Founder and MD of 3CDN (www.3cdn.tech), over a decade old and leading independent workplace technology consulting company. Mradul serves on the board of AVIXA (www.avixa.org) and IoT chapter of FSAI (Fire Safety Association of India). Mradul was awarded Consultant of the Year by INAVATE APAC in 2020 while also being listed in the INAVATE 40 under 40 list of 2021. Mradul’s love for computers (and computer networks) led Mradul him to volunteer support for various IT issues both on the community and college level. Even today, he continues to stay on top of the latest tech developments while following various tech-podcasts and events.
Aurangzeb Khan is Senior Vice President of Intelligent Vision Systems at GN Audio (Jabra) and was co-founder, president and CEO of Altia Systems, the company behind the PanaCast camera; a platform which enables people and systems (machines) to see and make sense of their environment in real time.
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Panel Discussion – Spotlight on Asia AV Market
Asia AV Leaders Connect
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:15
Meeting Room 111A
12:20 – 14:00
Networking Reception for AV Leaders
11:00 – 13:00
Meeting Room 110C
NIXT Summit
Education
11:00 – 11:30
Keynote – Formative Learning Analytics for Lifelong Learning
This keynote will introduce formative learning analytics as both an innovative pedagogy and Information Communication Technology tool to help learners develop and grow, particularly in lifelong learning competencies. Two formative learning analytics applications which have been developed and trialled in Singapore for both content mastery and lifelong learning will be described. Their conceptualization, findings and limitations will be shared. Implications for educators will be elaborated on, offering opportunities for them to reflect on their role and practices in engaging with pedagogies and tools to help learners learn lifelong.
National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Dr. Elizabeth Koh is Senior Education Research Scientist (Senior Lecturer) at the Centre for Research in Pedagogy and Practice, Office of Education Research (OER), National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. She is also Deputy Director (Academic) Research Support, of the Education Research Funding Programme Office. A mixed methods researcher, her research interests are in education innovations, computer-supported collaborative learning, learning analytics and lifelong learning in blended learning environments. With a base in Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology, she has examined and developed formative learning analytics systems to nurture learners’ lifelong learning skills as well as content mastery. An active researcher, she has held numerous research grants involving local and international academics, school leaders, teachers and policy officers. Besides publishing in several peer-reviewed journals and conferences such as Computers & Education and the International Society of the Learning Sciences Annual Meeting, she is also co-Editor of NIE’s international journal, Learning: Research and Practice.
SESSIONS
Keynote – Formative Learning Analytics for Lifelong Learning
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:00 – 11:30
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110C
11:30 – 12:20
Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
Curriculum & assessment – are we equipping the students with future needed skills & how should it be assessed?
Pedagogy- how should we teach students in the digital age?
Investment in technologies- success and failure examples
The future of universities- what may this look like?
National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Dr. Elizabeth Koh is Senior Education Research Scientist (Senior Lecturer) at the Centre for Research in Pedagogy and Practice, Office of Education Research (OER), National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. She is also Deputy Director (Academic) Research Support, of the Education Research Funding Programme Office. A mixed methods researcher, her research interests are in education innovations, computer-supported collaborative learning, learning analytics and lifelong learning in blended learning environments. With a base in Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology, she has examined and developed formative learning analytics systems to nurture learners’ lifelong learning skills as well as content mastery. An active researcher, she has held numerous research grants involving local and international academics, school leaders, teachers and policy officers. Besides publishing in several peer-reviewed journals and conferences such as Computers & Education and the International Society of the Learning Sciences Annual Meeting, she is also co-Editor of NIE’s international journal, Learning: Research and Practice.
SESSIONS
Keynote – Formative Learning Analytics for Lifelong Learning
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:00 – 11:30
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
Susan M. Bridges is the Director of the Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL), The University of Hong Kong (HKU). She graduated with a BA and DipEd in History, English and German from the University of Queensland and a GradCert (TESOL), MA (AppLing) and EdD in international higher education from Griffith University, Australia, where she also served as a Research Fellow. In 2007, she joined The University of Hong Kong’s Faculty of Dentistry as an Assistant Professor and later Assistant Dean (Curriculum Innovation). She was an Associate Professor (tenured) with the Faculty of Education/ Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning and served as Assistant Dean (Learning & Teaching) with the faculty to 2019. In 2020 she was appointed as Director of the Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL).
An award-winning higher education teacher, researcher and curriculum designer, her work is inherently interprofessional and interdisciplinary. Since 2007, her externally-funded research and curriculum initiatives at HKU have focused on integrated inquiry-based designs (health professions education, teacher education) and how educational technologies can support and enhance these. She publishes widely in these fields and is known for her work in Interactional Ethnography. She is an Associate Editor for the Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning (IJPBL) and 2021-22 Special Issue Editor for Learning, Culture and Social Interaction (LCSI) on “Videos and Teacher Learning”.
She has served on numerous international associations including the International Society for the Learning Sciences, Universitas21 (U21) Educational Innovation Cluster, QS Wharton Reimagine Education Awards and is immediate past Chair of the Problem-based and Project-based Learning Special Interest Group for the American Educational Research Association.
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Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110C
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Designing Hybrid Learning Environments to Support Effective Hybrid Teamwork
Dr.HC Aslam Khan Bin Samahs Khan obtained his academic and professional qualifications in Malaysia and the United Kingdom. He has also been awarded the Doctor of Exellence (Dr. Honoris Causa) in English Language Education and 21st Century Education. He started his professional career as an English language teacher in a secondary school in Kuala Lumpur.
In 1992 He received the National Excellent Teacher Award on Teacher’s Day. Since 1994 he had been a Senior Lecturer, Master Trainer and Consultant in the English Studies Department at the Institute of Teacher Education Specialist Campus (IPGKIK) and Institute of Teacher Education International Languages Campus (IPGKBA), Kuala Lumpur, both under the purview of the Institute of Teacher Education Malaysia, Ministry of Education Malaysia. He was also the Head of International and Corporate Department at the Institute of Teacher Education International Language Campus (IPGKBA), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for ten years. In 2008 he was awarded with the title, “Excellent Senior Lecturer”. He has received four National Excellent Service Award and one International Excellent Service Award from Ministry of Education Malaysia. In December 2022, he received The Global CSR Excellence and Leadership Awards for Best Education Sector/Community Award. He has vast experience in planning, implementing, coordinating and managing national and international Teacher Education and Professional Training Programmes. He was a member of the National Steering Committee for Teacher Training Twinning Programmes between Malaysia and the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. He also conducts consultation and advisory work for governmental and corporate organisations and academic institutions, both at national and international level. He was the Vice-Chair and Coordinator of the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) for 15 years, a Government to Government programme for the training of teachers, lecturers and educators from more than ninety countries. He was the Project Manager of the Malaysia Australia Education Project for Afghanistan (MAEPA), a project to train Master Trainers in Teacher Education from Afghanistan under the Malaysian Government in collaboration with Australia and Afghanistan. He is frequently invited as a featured speaker at various national and international English Language and Education conferences and also as a reviewer for journal articles. He has contributed quite substantially in seminars, conferences, trainings, journal articles reviewing and programmes development in Indonesia for the past 13 years. He has also served as an Executive Committee and Vice-President of MELTA (Malaysian English Language Teaching Association) for 23 years. He served the Ministry of Education Malaysia for 39 years prior to his retirement. Currently, he is the Academic Director and Executive Vice Chairman of Erican Education Group,Malaysia, an Executive Council Member of NAPEI (National Association of Private Education Institutions),Malaysia, the Vice President 2 of MAE (Malaysian Association for Education), and also an Advisor and Committee Member of AsiaTEFL ProfNet. For your information, Dr. HC Aslam Khan is also a multilingual educationist. He is well-known for his inspirational tagline, “Let’s Change Lives And Make A Difference Through Education”.
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Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
Elyxzur C. Ramos Ph.D. CESE, or “Prof. X”, is the OIC President and concurrent Vice President for Academic Affairs of the University of Makati (UMak), a leading local university in the Philippines. A Career Executive Service Eligible, Dr. Ramos is currently a member of the Committee on Higher Education and Teacher Education Development of the Second Congressional Committee of Education (EDCOM 2) of the Philippines. He also once served as a member of the Philippines Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) Technical Working Group on K+12 transition program and as a consultant of the K to 12 Plus Project of the German Cooperation in developing a plus program for students who are taking a Technical, Vocational and Livelihood track in Senior High School. Dr. Ramos is also a Trained Arbitrator of the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center Inc. (PDRCI), a Director of the Philippine National Red Cross, Rizal Chapter- Makati Branch, a fellow of the Society of Fellows in Supply Management (SOFSM), and is a Commander of the Philippine Navy (Reserve). Dr. Ramos finished his BSBA in Economics and MBA degree from Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Manila and his Ph.D. in Management from the Intl’ Academy of Management and Economics (I-AME) with distinction. He is also a graduate school lecturer on economics and management, and a promoter of financial literacy. X and his wife Joyce, are also an advocate of family and marriage life by being a team couple that gives family and marriage enrichments.
SESSIONS
Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110C
12:20 – 13:00
Designing Hybrid Learning Environments to Support Effective Hybrid Teamwork
This case study will elaborate on the pedagogical and physical design of HKU’s Learning Lab featured as an exemplar project in the 2022 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report with patents awarded in the HKSAR and China
Susan M. Bridges is the Director of the Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL), The University of Hong Kong (HKU). She graduated with a BA and DipEd in History, English and German from the University of Queensland and a GradCert (TESOL), MA (AppLing) and EdD in international higher education from Griffith University, Australia, where she also served as a Research Fellow. In 2007, she joined The University of Hong Kong’s Faculty of Dentistry as an Assistant Professor and later Assistant Dean (Curriculum Innovation). She was an Associate Professor (tenured) with the Faculty of Education/ Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning and served as Assistant Dean (Learning & Teaching) with the faculty to 2019. In 2020 she was appointed as Director of the Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL).
An award-winning higher education teacher, researcher and curriculum designer, her work is inherently interprofessional and interdisciplinary. Since 2007, her externally-funded research and curriculum initiatives at HKU have focused on integrated inquiry-based designs (health professions education, teacher education) and how educational technologies can support and enhance these. She publishes widely in these fields and is known for her work in Interactional Ethnography. She is an Associate Editor for the Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning (IJPBL) and 2021-22 Special Issue Editor for Learning, Culture and Social Interaction (LCSI) on “Videos and Teacher Learning”.
She has served on numerous international associations including the International Society for the Learning Sciences, Universitas21 (U21) Educational Innovation Cluster, QS Wharton Reimagine Education Awards and is immediate past Chair of the Problem-based and Project-based Learning Special Interest Group for the American Educational Research Association.
SESSIONS
Panel Discussion – What and How Should We Teach Students Nowadays?
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
Designing Hybrid Learning Environments to Support Effective Hybrid Teamwork
NIXT – Education
24 May 2023, Wednesday
12:20 – 13:00
Meeting Room 110C
13:00 – 14:00
Networking Reception for Educators
14:00 – 17:00
Meeting Room 110C
Industry Forums
Smart City
Co-hosted by Smart Campus Management Center, Chiang Mai University
The Smart City project at Chiang Mai University aims to create a sustainable and technology-driven urban environment that improves the quality of life. The project focuses on using innovative technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and artificial intelligence, to enhance various aspects of the city, including transportation, energy consumption, waste management, and public safety.
Some of the initiatives being implemented as part of the project include the deployment of smart sensors to monitor air quality and traffic flow, the use of data analytics to optimize energy usage in buildings, and the development of smart parking systems to reduce congestion.
A well-rounded Healthcare Engineer with experiences in new healthcare facility design projects, healthcare facility management and safety, medical planning, medical equipment planning and management, infection control flows, project management, and IT seeking to advance Thai healthcare organizations to leading edge.
SESSIONS
Hospital Design and Construction Driven by Technologies
Industry Forum – Healthcare
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:00 – 11:40
Meeting Room 110A
11:40 – 12:20
AI Solutions in Healthcare – A Singapore Perspective
This session will share about the AI solutions implemented in Singapore and the trends and challenges faced.
Hsien Chih is currently the Head of Corporate Planning Matter in Alexandra Hospital in Singapore. His career in healthcare spans more than 20 years across both the public and private sector. A physiotherapist by training, he is now a healthcare executive who is passionate about improving the system as a whole for both patients and staff alike. A self-proclaimed healthcare futurist, he had been invited to speak at forums and conferences in Singapore and the region to share his insights on what healthcare may be like in the future and how we can learn from other industries to get there.
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AI Solutions in Healthcare – A Singapore Perspective
Industry Forum – Healthcare
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:40 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110A
12:20 – 12:40
IPTV & Digital Signage Solutions in Healthcare
This session will share 2 case studies: Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore
Stanley brings extensive local market, industry solutions knowledge and experience to VITEC’s Asia Pacific team. With over 20 years’ experience in the market Stanley is customer service focussed and a highly versatile sales and marketing professional. Stanley’s experience and expertise enables him to provide advice, solutions and services on major international healthcare projects and to healthcare providers. A Singapore national, Stanley has a diploma in information and technology, and is a strong communicator able to provide marketing counsel to local and international business managers and channels in English, Mandarin and local dialects.
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IPTV & Digital Signage Solutions in Healthcare
Industry Forum – Healthcare
24 May 2023, Wednesday
12:20 – 12:40
Meeting Room 110A
11:00 – 16:30
Meeting Room 111C
AV Training
AV Training
11:00 – 12:30
AV Projects – The Need for Both Science and Art to Be Successful
It is essential for AV system implementers and operators to be properly trained on equipment technology and the ability to read, translate, and transform technical requirements into a finished piece of work. However, to value-add and introduce that WOW factor, it goes beyond just the science. This session touches on the often-missing art element needed to deliver at the next level of excellence.
Robert Soo, founder of Cogent Acoustics has worked with numerous commercial, entertainment, educational institutions and houses of worship both in Singapore and abroad for more than 25 years. Having engineered performance productions and conferences in public spaces, performance theatres to stadiums, his other experiences include a decade in R&D developing professional microphones, audio devices and communication systems for an American MNC. An accomplished musician and music arranger in his early years, he was a former Chairman and Advisor of the Audio Engineering Society of Singapore and currently also serves as the Technical Consultant for Intricon Asia in product and strategic marketing development.
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AV Projects – The Need for Both Science and Art to Be Successful
AV Training
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 13:00
Meeting Room 111C
SESSIONS
AVL & Acoustics in Performing Arts Centers and Modern Houses of Worship – Same Same but Different
AV Training
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:00 – 16:30
Meeting Room 110A
12:30 – 13:00
Enter A New Dimension of Control for the Modern Control Room
The workload of control room operators is increasing in volume and complexity, especially in today’s growing need for managing a variety of sources and segmented networks with stringent security requirements. How does the modern control room platform simplify workflows, deployment and serviceability, and ensure flexibility, scalability and security to improve decision-making and productivity?
Mr Leung Wing-Shing is the South-East Asia Regional Sales Lead in Barco, specializing in professional visualisation solutions for mission-critical environments. Graduated with a Master’s Degree in Applied Economics Science from the University of Leuven in Belgium, Mr Leung started his career in 2001, with Barco NV.
In 2003, he relocated to Barco Malaysia and has since been responsible for developing and defining business strategies in the control room industry across South-East Asia. Mr Leung’s expertise is in offering visualisation solutions to key industries such as utilities, public transportation, oil & gas, and defence.
He is recognized for implementing Asia’s first streaming video solution for the SMART Tunnel in Kuala Lumpur in 2007, which cemented his reputation as an innovator in the field
SESSIONS
Enter A New Dimension of Control for the Modern Control Room
AV Training
24 May 2023, Wednesday
12:30 – 13:00
Meeting Room 111C
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break
14:00 – 14:50
Will Video Conferencing be Replacing in-person Meetings in Our Regional Business Conduct post Covid Era?
Video conference has been part of our daily lives since hunkering down during pandemic. Many of us have been so accustomed to this technology that it seems quite inseparable even we are back in the workplace. Is video conferencing a technology finally here to stay and will it replace the human interactivity that we once know of?
What is the future of video conference and possible evolution it will transform?
Jonathan Lim had served in the audio visual industry since 1991 and he was a pioneer in the first generation of large projection display in CRT as well as LCD monochrome panel with OHP. Spending over 18 years at Christie, he had deployed countless display solutions in various niche sectors both in and out of Singapore. He is highly recognized for his visionary insights and gaining the industry trust and accolade for his foresights in AV transformation.
SESSIONS
Will Video Conferencing be Replacing in-person Meetings in Our Regional Business Conduct post Covid Era?
AV Trainings
24 May 2023, Wednesday
14:00 – 14:50
Meeting Room 111C
15:00 – 16:30
The Great AV Talent Drain
What makes people choose a career elsewhere other than AV?
Why is there a lack of new talent in AV?
How can we attract new talent into a long-term career in AV?
Tom Miu is the Managing Director of PTS Singapore driving the overall strategic direction and growth of the company. He plays a critical role spearheading the company’s focus in experience-led, people-centric technology design consulting. Tom is passionate about technology and actively champions co-innovating with industry leaders and clients to democratise and scale digital experiences for clients’ unique spaces. He is also adept at developing new value-adding service lines and growing relationships with clients and partners. Prior to joining PTS, Tom was an IT professional with over twenty years’ experience in consulting, IT project management and technical roles across a diverse range of industries including video games and software multinationals.
Maureen Aw is the Workplace Technology Practice Lead at PTS Consulting. She was awarded the Consultant of Year APAC Award at the Inavate APAC Awards 2022 and was inducted into the Inavate APAC 40 under 40 Class of 2020. She is also the co-chair of the AVIXA Women Council in Singapore, passionate about giving women a voice in this male dominant industry and giving back to the community to nurture the next generation of AV talents.
SESSIONS
The Great AV Talent Drain
AV Training
24 May 2023, Wednesday
15:00 – 16:30
Meeting Room 111C
14:00 – 16:00
Meeting Room 111A
NIXT Summit
Enterprise Strategies
14:00 – 14:40
Keynote: CEO Perspective – Opportunities and Threats in Evolving Leadership Dynamics
The digitally accelerated world is changing the dynamics of leadership and expecting more from CEOs. In this session, we will examine the changes to leadership dynamics and the opportunities and threats to CEO.
Sayan Roy, is an accomplished healthcare industry veteran with more than two decades in the Healthcare Industry. He is currently Managing Director of B. Braun Thailand Ltd., having previously served at Global, regional and local levels.
With his team, he has led B. Braun Thailand to be winner of the coveted ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2020 Award’ by HR Asia. As a strategist and accessible leader, he has a history of profitable, market centric product direction and revenue strategy.
When Sayan is not “Protecting to improve the health of people”, he is busy enjoying photography, reading and spending quality time with his wife and daughter.
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Keynote: CEO Perspective – Opportunities and Threats in Evolving Leadership Dynamics
NIXT – Enterprise Strategies
24 May 2023, Wednesday
14:00 – 14:40
Meeting Room 111A
14:40 – 15:20
Case Study: Driving Business Performance and Digital Innovations in An Enterprise
Integrating technology, innovation, human capital, and strategy for a seamless transformation in enterprise.
As the Executive Vice President of Digital & Technology Transformation at Mitr Phol Group, a leading sugar and bio-based product producer in Asia, I have over 20 years of experience in digital business transformation across consulting and industry sectors. My expertise lies in advancing business performance by strategically weaving business strategy, human capital, technology, and innovation.
A two-time recipient of the CIO75 ASEAN award (2021-2022), I am a PMP and SAP-certified professional with a track record of leading transformative initiatives across seven industries, both nationally and internationally. My competencies span business solutions, B2B2C commerce, automation, data analytics, digital marketing, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and infrastructure.
I have shared my insights at events like Microsoft Envision, SAP Asian Innovators Summit, The Economic Times, IDC Business Forum, and various C-suite summits. I hold a Ph.D. candidacy, MBA, and MIS from Chulalongkorn University, developing a T-shaped skill set in business, technology, and innovation management.
As a forward-looking leader, my passion for lifelong learning and community involvement led me to become an Advisory Board Member for the ASEAN Innovation Business Platform, where I actively contribute to shaping the region’s business and innovation landscape. I look forward to sharing my experiences and insights at InfoComm Southeast Asia 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Case Study: Driving Business Performance and Digital Innovations in An Enterprise
NIXT – Enterprise Strategies
24 May 2023, Wednesday
14:40 – 15:20
Meeting Room 111A
15:20 – 16:00
How is Metaverse Doing in Asia?
Governments and companies across Asia are betting big on the prospect of metaverse to better engage with younger generations and provide more convenient ways for the public to access their services. They believe local consumer habits and preferences are conducive to the uptake of what is ought to be the next iteration of the Internet. So how is it progressing in Asia’s major economies, what are the main obstacles?
By leveraging his experience and expertise, Web3SG aims to help established projects and those in the process of launching to efficiently carry out their plans, from partnership selection to full-stack development, tokenomics, and branding.
With a proven track record of success in the web2 space, Jimmy brings a unique perspective to the NFT and crypto markets. He understands the importance of building trust and credibility within the community and are committed to helping the industry grow by enabling traditional business models to establish themselves within the ecosystem. Through Web3SG, he hopes to be the bridge that allows Web2 companies to enter the NFT space with ease and to help create a thriving industry that delivers results in both good times and bad.
SESSIONS
How is Metaverse Doing in Asia?
NIXT – Enterprise Strategies
24 May 2023, Wednesday
15:20 – 16:00
Meeting Room 111A
14:00 – 15:10
Meeting Room 110B
Industry Forums
Education Technology
14:00 – 14:35
Better Centralized Virtual Control System
Virtual control technology is becoming increasingly important in universities, particularly with the rise of online and remote learning. Virtual control technology allows instructors and administrators to remotely control and monitor various aspects of the classroom environment. Find out how exactly does Virtual Control works in universities, and how you can use this technology to enhance the learning experience.
As the Manager of Technical Services of Asia, Mavis Leung takes care of the regional Go-to-Market strategy for Crestron products and leads the system design team to provide solutions, system architecture and consultancy services for control automation in smart offices, campus, building and home.
SESSIONS
Better Centralized Virtual Control System
Industry Forum – Education Technology
24 May 2023, Wednesday
14:00 – 14:35
Meeting Room 110B
14:35 – 15:10
Education 2.0: Why Institutions should be Looking at Voice Lift Technology Now
Audio quality plays a critical role in facilitating communication with students in a classroom. It is essential to effective teaching and engagement. With this consideration, voice lift technology is becoming increasingly important for institutions to improve the learning experience for students. This session focus on why the technology is an essential investment for universities and what considerations a university must make to create the best possible solution.
Petteri Murto is the Vice President of Sales for Sennheiser’s Business Communication business unit in the Asia Pacific region. Petteri is from Finland and he has been with Sennheiser for more than 13 years. In his current role, Petteri is responsible for building and leading a strong sales team in the APAC region, building key partnerships with key industry players, implementing strategies and driving growth and success in the markets.
SESSIONS
Education 2.0: Why Institutions should be Looking at Voice Lift Technology Now
Industry Forum – Education Technology
24 May 2023, Wednesday
14:35 – 15:10
Meeting Room 110B
14:00 – 17:00
Meeting Room 110A
Industry Forums
Education
Co-hosted by Association of Private Higher Education Institutions of Thailand (APHEIT) For association members only
The Association recognizes the importance of innovation and is ready to help push the country by creating academic courses and a new generation of innovators while also providing a space for research for business and industrial sectors in order to drive the country toward the same goal.
The association will be discussing about their vision and target for 2023 and 2024.
25 May (All timings stated are in Thailand Time UTC+7)
11:00 – 16:30
Meeting Room 110A
AV Training
AV Training
11:00 – 11:50
The Mega Trend of the Workplace, Hybrid Meeting
The Pandemic reshaped the way of working. Although many people came back to the office after the pandemic, the meeting at the workplace is not the same as before. Now people are attending meetings from anywhere on any device. So, it became crucial to help these people communicate with one another more efficiently than ever and that is the core of the hybrid meeting. This session will present the latest trends of the meetings, the greatest solutions to support these meetings, and the successful cases of the companies that stepped on this mega trend.
Jesse Chung has been working at Jushin AVT, one of the top AV system integrators in Korea, as a business development director since 2019. He helps people looking for an innovative workplace to find new insights from Jushin’s AV experience center and manages a team to build modern workplaces with the latest and greatest AV and UC solutions. Previously he worked at Samsung for twenty years as a project manager responsible for implementing intelligent workspaces. He holds a CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) of AVIXA. Jushin AVT is a gold member of AVIXA and a sole Korean member of PSNI (an AV global alliance).
SESSIONS
The Mega Trend of the Workplace, Hybrid Meeting
AV Training
25 May 2023, Thursday
11:00 – 11:50
Meeting Room 110A
12:00 – 13:00
How to Maximize the Potential of the Microphone
Video Conference is one of the fast-growing markets. However, audio is the core of the Video Conference. The issues that are bothering people the most are not normally from video end. Things like feedbacks, echoing, residual echo, double talks, reflections in the room are bothering people very much. This training will touch on the 4 points below.
How to eliminate the feedback?
How to improve intelligibility with microphones processing?
EZpro International Technology Limited Hong Kong SAR
Kane has more than 35 years of industry experience covers everything from conference audio systems to background music solutions to assembly halls, broadcast centres and public announcement systems. He has experience in DSP programming and third party control software programming, as well as systems design testing and deployment, in abundance. He is also considered an expert in AV networking, possessing a variety of certifications, including Cisco’s CCNA, Extreme’s ENA&ENS, and other network engineering qualifications, as well as the InfoComm CTS-D Audio Engineering certificate. He has been involved with the system design and commissioning of many large-scale projects throughout the region, including the Qingdao SOC summit, the Xiamen BRICS Summit, Hong Kong court of final appeal, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Kane enjoys staying current with emerging trends in technology and providing the highest quality technical consultation and support to customers.
SESSIONS
How to Maximize the Potential of the Microphone
AV Training
25 May 2023, Thursday
12:00 – 13:00
Meeting Room 110A
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break
14:00 – 14:50
Manageability in AV
AV and UCC systems directly impact customers’ workflow and business operations. To that end, customers seek SLA driven support and definite uptime. This however is more easily demanded than supported — AV deployments continue to be complicated, challenging, and made up of different (most of the times proprietary) technologies and products. Ability to monitor, manage, control large scale AV deployments comes out as the # 1 problem most of the solution provides / systems integrator are dealing with today. In this session, we will talk about manageability, what it is TODAY and what we expect it to be TOMORROW.
Mradul Sharma is the Founder and MD of 3CDN (www.3cdn.tech), over a decade old and leading independent workplace technology consulting company. Mradul serves on the board of AVIXA (www.avixa.org) and IoT chapter of FSAI (Fire Safety Association of India). Mradul was awarded Consultant of the Year by INAVATE APAC in 2020 while also being listed in the INAVATE 40 under 40 list of 2021. Mradul’s love for computers (and computer networks) led Mradul him to volunteer support for various IT issues both on the community and college level. Even today, he continues to stay on top of the latest tech developments while following various tech-podcasts and events.
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Panel Discussion – Spotlight on Asia AV Market
Asia AV Leaders Connect
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 12:15
Meeting Room 111A
SESSIONS
Manageability in AV
AV Training
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:00 – 14:50
Meeting Room 110A
15:00 – 16:30
AVL & Acoustics in Performing Arts Centres and Modern Houses of Worship – Same Same but Different
It is common to find a setup so elaborate in today’s modern houses of worship that it blurs the lines between these and those of performing arts centres. So where do the similarities end and what are the distinct differences that clearly draw the line between the two? This session looks at the right design solutions for audio, video, stage lighting and acoustics for each respective client.
Robert Soo, founder of Cogent Acoustics has worked with numerous commercial, entertainment, educational institutions and houses of worship both in Singapore and abroad for more than 25 years. Having engineered performance productions and conferences in public spaces, performance theatres to stadiums, his other experiences include a decade in R&D developing professional microphones, audio devices and communication systems for an American MNC. An accomplished musician and music arranger in his early years, he was a former Chairman and Advisor of the Audio Engineering Society of Singapore and currently also serves as the Technical Consultant for Intricon Asia in product and strategic marketing development.
SESSIONS
AV Projects – The Need for Both Science and Art to Be Successful
AV Training
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:30 – 13:00
Meeting Room 111C
SESSIONS
AVL & Acoustics in Performing Arts Centers and Modern Houses of Worship – Same Same but Different
AV Training
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:00 – 16:30
Meeting Room 110A
10:30 – 13:00
Meeting Room 111A
President’s Luncheon
President’s Luncheon
For Government & Association Partners. Strictly by invitation only.
11:00 – 13:00
Meeting Room 110C
NIXT Summit
Retail
11:00 – 11:30
Keynote: Navigating the New Retail Landscape for Sustainable Growth
The immediate future will continue to be defined by uncertainties – war, climate change, inflation, recession, change of working environment. All these factors affect how shoppers want to shop and what they want to buy. How to best navigate the various forms of disruption facing your business to sustain growth in 2023/24 and beyond?
PT Kurnia Ciptamoda Gemilang, Indonesia Retail & Tenant Association (HIPPINDO) Indonesia
Haryanto Pratantara is a seasoned business and operations director with over 30 years of experience in the FMCG and fashion industries. He currently serves as the Business & Operations Director for PT Kurnia Ciptamoda Gemilang, a premium fashion retailer in Indonesia that partners with well-known brands such as Charles & Keith, Pedro, Pomelo, EA7 Emporio Armani, and Armani Exchange.
Throughout his career, Haryanto has demonstrated a strong track record in sales and key account management, as well as a deep understanding of the retail business. He has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing successful business strategies that have led to significant revenue growth and market expansion for his companies.
Haryanto is also an active member of the retail industry community in Indonesia. He currently serves as the Secretary General of the Indonesia Retail & Tenant Association (HIPPINDO), a prominent organization that represents the interests of retailers and tenants in the country. He is also an Advisor Board member for the Indonesia Modern Trade Supplier Association (AP3MI).
SESSIONS
Keynote: Navigating the New Retail Landscape for Sustainable Growth
NIXT – Retail
24 May 2023, Wednesday
11:00 – 11:30
Meeting Room 110C
11:30 – 12:20
Panel Discussion – Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to your Digital-Savvy Customers
Tailoring to the evolving demands of digital-savvy customers
Driving excellent CX from deep within business teams and making it #1 priority in organisations
Minimising customer effort and maximising customer value – What is next?
Justin Halim is the head of our APAC Modern Marketing and E-Commerce practice and an expert with FRWD@Bain.
His client work focuses on the Digital, Marketing Excellence and Customer Strategy & Marketing spheres, with recent engagements spanning Consumer Products, Retail, Financial Services and Private Equity.
Prior to joining the firm in 2018, Justin was most recently the Industry Head of Consumer Packaged Goods, Retail, Travel, Financial Services and Media & Entertainment, as well as Head of Client Solutions for Southeast Asia, at Facebook/Meta. Justin also held prior leadership positions at LinkedIn, and Wunderman (WPP Group).
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Panel Discussion –Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to your Digital-Savvy Customers
Lawrence has been driving the digital transformation agenda for the past 5 years in the nutrition and vision care space for the Asia region. He currently leads the B2B demand creation workstream in Alcon Vision Care International focused on building brand awareness and authority with healthcare professionals. Prior to Alcon, Lawrence served in roles managing CRM transformation in Abbott Nutrition International, sales and marketing capability building in Heineken Asia Pacific and global market insights in Unilever Asia.
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Panel Discussion – Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to your Digital-Savvy Customers
Shankar Viswanathan is a highly experienced multicultural leader with 33 years of global experience in digital, e-commerce, and customer-focused businesses across four continents. He has a proven track record of successfully leading end-to-end enterprise transformations, resulting in strong and sustained financial performance in diverse, developed and emerging, as well as volatile, unstructured and start-up environments. He is known for his strategic thinking and ability to stay laser focused on results, as well as his adaptability and ability to thrive in new cultures, in addition, Shankar has a reputation for bringing calm to chaotic situations and effectively navigating challenges in the business world.
During his career, Shankar has worked closely with CEOs. board members, govemment officials, customers, and other external stakeholders. He has served on the Asia Executive Board (2013-2022) and the Global Digital Commerce Board (2021-2022), and was elected as a director to the Amcham board in the Philippines (2015-2019). He has held leadership roles in several of P&G’s major markets, including Eastern Europe, ASEAN, India, and the US. He has led businesses across multiple generations and formats of retail, including digital and e-commerce, across a range of categories.
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Panel Discussion – Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to your Digital-Savvy Customers
Victor Chin is currently the Head of Digital Experience at IOI Malls in Malaysia, overseeing the digital transformation of three shopping malls in the country, including the largest shopping mall in Malaysia.
He has more than 20 years of experience in the software industry with a specialization in digital marketing and cloud applications. With a strong background in enterprise applications implementation and deployment, he has founded a successful digital marketing agency that was later acquired by a regional marketing agency. Additionally, his expertise in Oracle CRM and ERP solutions led to the founding of a cloud applications integrator that was acquired by a Singapore-listed company.
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Panel Discussion – Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to your Digital-Savvy Customers
NIXT – Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
11:30 – 12:20
Meeting Room 110C
12:20 – 13:00
Future of E-commerce: Social and live commerce
Social and live commerce has emerged as one of the biggest trends reshaping how consumers shop. Now, this dynamic new way of buying is poised for rapid growth worldwide. What is social and live commerce, and how does it disrupt traditional E-commerce’s consumer behaviour and value chain? In this time of rapid evolution, what does success require for your business?
– 9 years experience
– Regional and local positions on E-commerce marketing over 5 years across Southeast Asia and China; Leading accounts of Alibaba
– Specialisations in E-commerce marketing, business strategy, digital media, investment planning, content development, data analysis, test and learn strategy development
– Management, University of Glasgo
SESSIONS
Future of E-commerce: Social and live commerce
NIXT – Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
12:20 – 13:00
Meeting Room 110C
13:00 – 14:00
Networking Reception for Retailers
14:00 – 17:00
Meeting Room 111A
Industry Forums
Agriculture | Digital Technology for Land Development (Thai Language Session)
Co-hosted by Land Development Department
Land Development Department has been established since 1963 with its role to enhance agricultural productivity with the use of technology to support smart agriculture.
14:30
Opening Remarks & Registration
14:30 – 15:00
The Evolution of Geological Information Technology
Explaining geological information technology during each era that the Department of Land Development uses to monitor the land. Promote agricultural land use and improve soil problems.
The Evolution of Geological Information Technology
Industry Forum – Agriculture
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:30 – 15:00
Meeting Room 111A
15:00 – 16:00
Introducing Nong Din Dee AI Chatbot and EASY service
Introducing “Nong Din Dee,” an AI Chatbot, an assistant to the Department of Land Development in answering questions and providing land development services with an automated system via Line Application and Facebook Messenger for communicating with farmers, students, interested parties in the digital age and as a tool for officials conveniently. Farmers will be able to log in and access other services that are connected to the system without having to log in again Farmers can choose different services and customize their display according to their needs.
Introducing Nong Din Dee AI Chatbot and EASY service
Industry Forum – Agriculture
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:00 – 16:00
Meeting Room 111A
SESSIONS
Introducing Geo-infographic Map Service System from Soil Database
Industry Forum – Agriculture
25 May 2023, Thursday
16:00 – 17:00
Meeting Room 111A
16:00 – 17:00
Introducing Geo-infographic Map Service System from Soil Database
Introducing geo-informatics mapping service system from the Soil Data Archive for accessing the Department of Land Development’s spatial data, such as soil series data, land use data. Land use plan information, etc., and can obtain information for use in planning agriculture or other research of interested people.
Introducing Nong Din Dee AI Chatbot and EASY service
Industry Forum – Agriculture
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:00 – 16:00
Meeting Room 111A
SESSIONS
Introducing Geo-infographic Map Service System from Soil Database
Industry Forum – Agriculture
25 May 2023, Thursday
16:00 – 17:00
Meeting Room 111A
14:00 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
DSS InfoComm Asia
The Power of Pixels in Retail
Jointly organized by Infocomm Asia and invidis
14:00 – 14:30
invidis Keynote – The Power of Pixels
Covering latest trends, market data and insights into digital signage, DooH and retail tech. The keynote will also include some latest APAC digital signage data.
Florian Rotberg is founder and managing director of invidis consulting, industry expert, thought leader and keynote speaker since 2006.
invidis consulting is a Germany-based boutique strategy consultancy specialized in digital signage, DooH and digital retail. invidis is enabling retail clients to develop immersive retail experiences fully connected with ecommerce and backend processes.
SESSIONS
invidis Keynote – The Power of Pixels
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:00 – 14:30
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
17:10 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
14:30 – 14:50
Secrets of Success – Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media
Panel discussion with Clickgrafix CEO Ahmed Balfaqih (Singapore) and Pierre-Louis Raison / Director APAC from M-Cube. Singapore and Malaysia-based Clickgrafix is one of the most established digital signage integrator in the industry. Italy-based M-Cube develops and supplies digital signage solutions to more than 100 global luxury brands.
This panel discussion will cover how to create engaging experiences, how to improve sales uplift and how to monetize digital signage screens.
About Me:
Founder and Managing Director of Click Grafix. (1994-2023)
Education:
Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic Business Information Technology NCC – via Portsmouth University
About Click Grafix:
• Click Grafix operates in two countries, Malaysia and Singapore
• Click Grafix (Malaysia) was established in 1995 and Click Grafix (Singapore) in 2001
• Click Grafix is an award-winning digital content solution provider in Southeast Asia
As a solution provider:
• Among Click Grafix’s portfolio of customers is the largest retail stores in Saudi, and APAC including Alnahdi Pharmacy, Watsons, SM Retail, Singtel, Mydin Supermarket, and digital out-of-home advertising network companies in Malaysia, such as BigTree, Laguna, Power Screen, Setia Media, KLCC, and Brandavisinon.
• In addition to providing signage software and hardware, we also develop custom applications for customers that integrate with various sensors or trigger content, based on rules or events such as weather conditions, etc.
Another relevant note:
• Click Grafix also managed Malaysia’s largest digital ad network with more than 700 locations across the country on behalf of SweetSpot (Berjaya Group) for a few years.
• Our subsidiary, Be Digital, owned and managed its own digital out-of-home network called Tehtarik.tv for about 8 years. Tehtarik.tv was operational in popular Mamak restaurants across Klang Valley in Malaysia
SESSIONS
Secrets of Success – Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:30 – 14:50
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
Secrets of Success – Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:30 – 14:50
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
17:10 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
14:50 – 15:20
Power of Content – Leveraging the Potential of Digital Signage
Screens are nothing without immersive and engaging content. Giant Pumpkin is Thailand’s leading full service digital signage integrator, serving clients from iStudio (Apple) to 7Eleven. Instore digital screens are potential gold mines, Giant Pumpkin enables retailers across South East Asia to realize the maximum value of digital screens. The Bangkok and Singapore based digital signage agency will present best practice followed by a fireplace talk with conference chair Florian Rotberg.
Sebastian has 15 years entrepreneurial experience in digital advertising and retail in Southeast Asia.
Moving to Asia at the age of 22 and founding compromises like LifestyleAsia.com and ASH Asia.
His latest venture combines his industry experience and market know-how to offer result oriented solutions for in-store communication.
SESSIONS
Power of Content – Leveraging the Potential of Digital Signage
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:50 – 15:20
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
17:10 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
15:20 – 15:50
True Digital Park – Immersive Experiences in Bangkok
The extension of True Digital Park in Bangkok is transforming an office and retail complex to a lifestyle destination. The Gen-Z target group of tech and startup enthusiasts expect experience-oriented working and shopping environments. LG and partner created a spectacular immersive experience.
True Digital Park – Immersive Experiences in Bangkok
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:20 – 15:50
Meeting Room 110C
15:50 – 16:20
Behind the Scenes – Digital Signage Managed Services
Box moving is history, today’s digital signage revolves all around services, smart platforms and remote access. Managed Services has become the main business model for integrators, software vendors and even hardware manufacturers. The panel will discuss how managed service is disrupting the digital signage market.
Franck Racapé, VP Global Commercial at PPDS, is a well-established thought leader in the AV sector worldwide. With well over a decade creating strong, multilayer commercial strategies that have seen Philips professional displays rise to its top three global position, Franck drives strong partner engagement and relationships throughout the supply chain. Coupling his decisive understanding of total display ecosystems and his vision for future trends and technical solutions together with his natural and easy rapport, Franck brings immediate connections with people and businesses across the industries.
SESSIONS
Behind the Scenes – Digital Signage Managed Services
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
Digital Signage Expert since 1993, a specialist in software, middleware, device management, and sensors.
Our cloud handles all the hottest topics – unified remote device management, greener signage, business-critical – brand agnostic, and in real–time. Where needed, we add sensors and additional hardware to solve your specific problem individually. We are software and hardware developers, and our team has been in digital signage for over 30 years. Our customers include integrators, IT service companies, big brands, and manufacturers.
SESSIONS
Behind the Scenes – Digital Signage Managed Services
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
15:50 – 16:20
Meeting Room 110C
16:20 – 16:50
Seamless Digital Storytelling in Retail
Increasingly consumers switch shopping with the same brands online and in physical stores. Seamless shopping experiences on the web, mobile and instore are challenging for retail architects as well as brands. How brands develop multichannel concepts driving customers to the store will be the topic of this panel discussion.
Ivo Wouters is the co-founder and Director of Product at Nexmosphere, offering the only sensor platorm specifically designed for Digital Signage. Their sensors and controls help system integrators around the world create impactful interactive experiences for major A-brands. Over a decade ago, he started designing and engineering these industry-changing products driven by his background in Industrial and UX Design. Next to leading Nexmosphere’s design and development teams, Ivo is responsible for aligning product development to long-term strategic insights on interactive technologies.
SESSIONS
Seamless Digital Storytelling in Retail
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
We’re a system integrator in Thailand’s digital signage market, and we’ve been around since 1992. Our job is to make sure that all of the digital signage hardware, software, and content work together seamlessly to create a great experience for your customers.
We’ve worked with numerous clients across a wide range of industries—retail, hospitality, and corporate—to enhance their customer engagement strategies through digital signage. In 2022 we won the Intel Partner Innovation Award “Partner Of The Year 2022”.
SESSIONS
Seamless Digital Storytelling in Retail
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
In the last decade I saw the emergence of digital signage from stills to a complex interactives , data collection solution.
Digital signage does not escape the Moore’s law.
I witness the migration from simple images to more complex and messages using different sections of the display to interactive solution.
We now collect data and we are in the verge of incorporating AI to the solutions.
We see the technology becoming intertwine with our life.
SESSIONS
Seamless Digital Storytelling in Retail
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
16:20 – 16:50
Meeting Room 110C
16:50 – 17:10
Digital Signage in Banking & Financial Services
Retail Banking branches have transformed from transactional to service and experience. Terranova Telecom form Hong Kong designed, rolled-out and operates 1000’s of digital signage touchpoints for major banking organisations like ICBC and Taifung Bank. We will discuss opportunities, challenges and present future concepts for digital retail bank experiences.
Terra Nova (ASIA) Co., Ltd (Beijing and Hong Kong)
Mr. Ernest Wang joined Shanghai Terra Nova as General Manager in 1998, he is the CEO of Terra Nova Asia, which located in Hong Kong SAR.
Terra Nova has recognized by:
– Microsoft as global 1st round IP co-sell partner, global 1st intelligent solution partner
– Intel global premier intelligent solution partner
– Sony China strategic partner
The solutions created by Ernest helping enterprise customers explore the potential of digital transformation (banking reference):
– In 2007, global 1st mobile ATM solution for Citibank China, which won the Best Services Award by Citi group
– The ‘Smart branch solution’ he created in 2009 & chosen by Citibank China as the very first bank transformation pilot globally. In 2010, the solution won the Best Innovation Award by Citi group
– In 2013, the solution for CGB won the Best Innovative retail branch Award by Banker of Asia
– The ‘Cognitive Branch Solution’ helps Bank of Communications An Hui province won 2015 the Most Innovative Fintech Award of Bank of Communications group
– The first kind of Unified Mobile Payment Solution in Hong Kong market, helps ICBCA generate more than 100 million Hong Kong Dollar of payment transaction within 3 months by less than 100 devices
In Macau, Tai Fung Bank has adopted Terra Nova smart branch solutions for all new branches to exploring the digital transformation journey starting from 2018
Also, ICBC Macau has deployed Terra Nova smart platform (Media4Display) for their future unified sales & marketing strategy.
Showcase of purpose driven digital marketing solution at Standard Character AI day, AIA HK AI day…
Ernest has proven over the years in his ability to turn cutting edge technology, art and math into true business value. His slogan is providing measurable, valuable, reliable, and state of the art services to customers.
SESSIONS
Digital Signage in Banking & Financial Services
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
16:50 – 17:10
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
17:10 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
17:10 – 17:30
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
Asian thought leaders join Florian for the 2023/24 outlook panel. The three industry thought leaders provide insights into the global and Asian retail digital signage market.
Terra Nova (ASIA) Co., Ltd (Beijing and Hong Kong)
Mr. Ernest Wang joined Shanghai Terra Nova as General Manager in 1998, he is the CEO of Terra Nova Asia, which located in Hong Kong SAR.
Terra Nova has recognized by:
– Microsoft as global 1st round IP co-sell partner, global 1st intelligent solution partner
– Intel global premier intelligent solution partner
– Sony China strategic partner
The solutions created by Ernest helping enterprise customers explore the potential of digital transformation (banking reference):
– In 2007, global 1st mobile ATM solution for Citibank China, which won the Best Services Award by Citi group
– The ‘Smart branch solution’ he created in 2009 & chosen by Citibank China as the very first bank transformation pilot globally. In 2010, the solution won the Best Innovation Award by Citi group
– In 2013, the solution for CGB won the Best Innovative retail branch Award by Banker of Asia
– The ‘Cognitive Branch Solution’ helps Bank of Communications An Hui province won 2015 the Most Innovative Fintech Award of Bank of Communications group
– The first kind of Unified Mobile Payment Solution in Hong Kong market, helps ICBCA generate more than 100 million Hong Kong Dollar of payment transaction within 3 months by less than 100 devices
In Macau, Tai Fung Bank has adopted Terra Nova smart branch solutions for all new branches to exploring the digital transformation journey starting from 2018
Also, ICBC Macau has deployed Terra Nova smart platform (Media4Display) for their future unified sales & marketing strategy.
Showcase of purpose driven digital marketing solution at Standard Character AI day, AIA HK AI day…
Ernest has proven over the years in his ability to turn cutting edge technology, art and math into true business value. His slogan is providing measurable, valuable, reliable, and state of the art services to customers.
SESSIONS
Digital Signage in Banking & Financial Services
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
16:50 – 17:10
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
About Me:
Founder and Managing Director of Click Grafix. (1994-2023)
Education:
Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic Business Information Technology NCC – via Portsmouth University
About Click Grafix:
• Click Grafix operates in two countries, Malaysia and Singapore
• Click Grafix (Malaysia) was established in 1995 and Click Grafix (Singapore) in 2001
• Click Grafix is an award-winning digital content solution provider in Southeast Asia
As a solution provider:
• Among Click Grafix’s portfolio of customers is the largest retail stores in Saudi, and APAC including Alnahdi Pharmacy, Watsons, SM Retail, Singtel, Mydin Supermarket, and digital out-of-home advertising network companies in Malaysia, such as BigTree, Laguna, Power Screen, Setia Media, KLCC, and Brandavisinon.
• In addition to providing signage software and hardware, we also develop custom applications for customers that integrate with various sensors or trigger content, based on rules or events such as weather conditions, etc.
Another relevant note:
• Click Grafix also managed Malaysia’s largest digital ad network with more than 700 locations across the country on behalf of SweetSpot (Berjaya Group) for a few years.
• Our subsidiary, Be Digital, owned and managed its own digital out-of-home network called Tehtarik.tv for about 8 years. Tehtarik.tv was operational in popular Mamak restaurants across Klang Valley in Malaysia
SESSIONS
Secrets of Success – Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:30 – 14:50
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
Secrets of Success – Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
14:30 – 14:50
Meeting Room 110C
SESSIONS
invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24
DSS InfoComm Asia 2023 – The Power of Pixels in Retail
25 May 2023, Thursday
17:10 – 17:30
Meeting Room 110C
14:30 – 17:00
Meeting Room 111C
Industry Forums
Automation & Robotics
Co-hosted by Thai Automation and Robotics Association (TARA) For association members only
The Association consists of Thai business community who specializes in automation and robotic systems working together to help transform Thailand to Industry 4.0. TARA provides listing of registered Thai System Integrators (SI) and offers training & technical knowledge related to automation and robotics to Thai SI.
14:00 – 14:20
Registration
14:20 – 14:40
Opening Speech by the Association President
14:40 – 15:30
Annual Performance Recognition
15:30 – 16:00
Members Contributions Recoginition
16:00 – 16:30
Amendment of the Association Regulations
16:30 – 17:00
Election of the New Board of Director for 2023
26 May (All timings stated are in Thailand Time UTC+7)
10:30 – 12:00
Meeting Room 110A
Industry Forums
Immersive Sound System
Co-hosted by Institute of Music Science & Engineering (IMSE) & Mahidol University
The Institute offers basic and advanced subjects in engineering, science, and music, where the students are instructed and guided in lecture and laboratory sessions by the faculty members, who have rich experience both in theories and industrial practices.
Know-how about Orchestra Production in Live Sound, and Recording Production
Mr. Sutat Kohkiat is a specialist and expert in the Sound & Music Industry; he established MR. Team Productions Co., Ltd. In 1986 to present services in Sound Design, Sound Production for Concerts, Seminars, Conferences, Musicals, and Exhibition events, as well as designed & installed sound systems for stadiums, music halls, etc.
SESSIONS
Panel Discussion: Immersive Sound, Film Score, Live Sound, Recording
Panel Discussion: Immersive Sound, Film Score, Live Sound, Recording
Industry Forum – Immersive Sound System
26 May 2023, Friday
10:30 – 12:00
Meeting Room 110A
12:30 – 16:45
Meeting Room 110A
Industry Forums
Education
Co-hosted by The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) For association members only
IPST is an autonomous agency under the Ministry of Education, responsible for the development and improvement of national curriculum, educational media and tools, standard and quality assessment at the basic education level. IPST is also tasked with re-training teachers and students, promoting talents and advising science, mathematics, and technology education policy.
The drive to raise the level of SMT education in schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration by Science Teachers Association Mathematics and Technology of Thailand (SMT) in collaboration with the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST)
12:30 – 13:00
Registration
13:00 – 13:45
Opening Speech and Special Lecture on IPST Strategy and Raising the Quality of SMT Schools
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InfoComm Asia 2023: Connecting Ideas and Opportunities Across Asia A bigger event with greater participation, the third edition of Asia’s premier Professional AudioVisual and Transformative Solutions Exhibition and Summit will excite industry players across Asia, and spark newer innovations and greater value beyond the industry. Bangkok, 08 May 2023 – InfoComm Asia 2023 is where […]
InfoComm Asia 2023: Innovative AudioVisual Technologies for a Digital Future The third edition of Asia’s premier Professional AudioVisual and Transformative Solutions Exhibition and Summit – a bigger event, power-packed with the latest solutions and collaboration opportunities from all across Asia – for organizations with a growth mindset. Bangkok, 05 April 2023 – InfoComm Asia 2023 […]
Customized sessions at the Summit cater to a diverse range of different learning needs, from understanding high-level strategic thinking to industry and technology-focused sessions.
Keynote: How the Pandemic Proved AV’s Worth – AV Trends & Update
Coping with Pandemic: Adding New Skills in the AV Business-
Lessons from India
AV Managers Day
Topics include:
Worship Service
Industry Forums
Here’s a sneak peak at the topics presented in IFSEA 2019:
Trends in Smart Buildings Technology
Smart Buildings – How Technology is Changing Facilities
Form Follows Function – Architectural Space Design for Audiovisual
Live Events Project Management Workshop
GIIS – A Smart School Campus Case Study
A Case Study of Swinburne University of Technology, Australia
Bridging the Gap between Space, People, Technology
Zoom Rooms and the Modern Workplace
Next Generation Hospitality Technology in Asia
The Recipe for Successful Hotel and Convention Technology
Landmark Multimedia Features for Transportation Infrastructure
AV in Transportation Hubs : Planning for Audio Visual
Trends of Operation Centers
Quadram Institute Case study
Secure Digital Media for Global Enterprise
Technological Trends for Enhanced Visitor Experience in Museums, Theme Parks and Experiential Venues
Technology Contribution to the Modern Olympic Games
Building a World Class Digital Hospital – Technology Considerations
Healthcare Innovation Technologies
Technology Forums
Topics include:
Hybrid office – How to Enhance Videoconferencing Collaboration Experience in Office
Case Study: Ensuring an Excellent Experience for Hybrid learning
Case Study: Audio Visual Solutions for the Education Sector
Top Considerations before Investing in Video Wall
Case Study: Mission-Critical Command and Control Centre
AVIXA Seminars
Topics include:
Hybrid office – How to Enhance Videoconferencing Collaboration Experience in Office
Workshop: User Experience in Technology Design
The Pinnacle
The Pinnacle is the highest platform to decode how technology is radically shaking up today’s landscape be it in macroeconomic trends, business strategies and social implications.This unique gathering is aimed at bringing together inspirational champions and influential leaders to mind-share their transformational vision, journey in adversity, innovative approaches, and contribution towards shaping a better future.
In this 3-hour session, catch a glimpse of this thought-provoking forum starting with opening keynote, followed by panel discussion by leading subject matter experts to focus and decode major elements on how industries are transforming under the emergence of disruptive technologies, increasing demand for customer experience and new business partnerships in today’s data-driven economy.
InfoComm Southeast Asia 2021 invites to you to book your seats early and stay tuned for more updates on the program highlights, roundtable discussion and and networking sessions with industry captains.
AVIXA Flashtracks
Here’s a sneak peak at the topics presented in IFSEA 2019:
Twenty-Minute Design School: Audio Equipment Selection, by Specs
Twenty-Minute Design School: Designing for User Experience
Creating Everlasting Impression with Infinitely-Scalable, Pixel-perfect Video Walls – A Case Study
Twenty-Minute NAVS: Network Analysis – Packet Capture Using Wireshark
Powering Campus Safety with IoT Solutions
10 Standards You Should Know About
How Big is Big Enough? DISCAS Standard Calculator to the Rescue
Twenty-Minute Tech Manager School: Creating an SOP
Twenty-Minute NAVS: Security Against Hackers
Presented by TS Gopalakrishnan, CTS-D, CTS-I, Volunteer Instructor, AVIXA
Overcoming Intermittent Data Connectivity Problems for In-train Video Entertainment – A Case Study
Game-changing innovation in the control room
LDAP, RADIUS, 3rd party authentication, 1 credential to rules them all
Audio Enhancing the User Experience
Creating Everlasting Impression with Infinitely-Scalable, Pixel-perfect Video Walls – A Case Study
The Problem with AV Global Deployments
Twenty-Minute Installation School : Setting Up Your Audio Amplifier
Topic: Tech Dialogue: 5G, Data and IoT - How to Avoid Being Left Behind
Tech Dialogue: 5G, Data and IoT – How to Avoid Being Left Behind?
How will 5G transform business operations and consumer behaviours?
Age of big data: what to expect and how to prepare for It
Building a cognitive enterprise through AI-powered transformation
Key take-aways for business to stay competitive and sustainable
Date/Time: 17 September 2020, 04:00 PM SGT
Moderator:
Jane Lo, Correspondent, MySecurityMedia; Director, Finboxx