Agenda
At TCS, we don’t just help businesses transform. We help them become perpetually adaptive enterprises, built to evolve continuously and confidently in a world of constant change.
We deliver excellence and create value for customers and communities - everyday. With the best talent and the latest technology we help customers turn complexity into opportunities and create meaningful change.
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An opening movement exploring how leaders are composing new strategies for a world in flux, setting the rhythm for a future defined by adaptation.
14:30 - 15:00 AEST
Guest arrival and registration
15:00 - 15:15 AEST
Opening act and welcome to country: Our hosts, Adam Spencer and Amy Duggan, open the Summit with a call to action, creating a sense of urgency that connects people, technology, and designing the future of change. We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land.
15:15 - 15:25 AEST
Welcome remarks: Fireside chat - Girish Ramachandran, President, Asia Pacific, TCS, in conversation with Adam Spencer, reflects on the future trends shaping our region and the purpose of our gathering.
15:25 - 16:05 AEST
Keynote address: Embracing Complexity - K. Krithivasan, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, TCS, shares his perspective on steering enterprises toward continuous, adaptive growth in an interconnected world.
16:05 - 16:20 AEST
Break
16:20 - 17:00 AEST
Panel discussion: Orchestrating Change - Leading with Agility in a New Era
How are enterprise leaders evolving core strategies around technology, talent, and business models to stay resilient and future-focused while navigating constant transformation?
Featuring:
17:00 - 17:30 AEST
Guest Keynote: Running the Game: Continuous Talent Transformation
Darren Shand - ONZM, Former All Blacks Manager delivers Talent transformation insights from “The Culture Architect” plus Q&A
17:30 - 18:15 AEST
ACO Interactive Orchestra Experience - An immersive session where the Australian Chamber Orchestra featuring Roger Benedict, Chief Conductor, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, demonstrates the power of collaboration, communication, and adaptive leadership - a live metaphor for the perpetually adaptive enterprise.
18:15 - 18:20 AEST
Closing of Day 1
18:20 - 21:15 AEST
Welcome reception at Pier One Sydney Harbour - Continue the conversation against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Network with fellow leaders over drinks and canapés.
A second movement dedicated to deep discovery, where we explore the innovative minds, and technologies composing the future of business.
07:00 - 08:30 AEST
Morning wellness networking activities - Explore Sydney Harbour with a coffee in hand from the comfort of a kayak, experience ACO on the Pier after hours with a meditative sound bath or join the annual morning run with the Indigenous Marathon Foundation.
09:30 - 09:40 AEST
Welcome back: Recap and prelude - Our hosts reconvene the Summit, recapping key themes from day one and setting the stage for a day of discovery.
09:40 - 10:20 AEST
Panel discussion: Powering the Future - Reinventing Business Operations
How leaders can capitalise on innovation and AI to unlock transformative opportunities for resilient, adaptive enterprises.
Featuring:
10:20 - 11:00 AEST
Panel discussion: The Technology Score - Reinventing Business Impact
How technology leaders can accelerate reinvention, ensure intelligent supply chains, and build enterprises equipped to thrive in constant change.
Featuring:
11:00 - 11:20 AEST
Break
11:20 - 11:40 AEST
Keynote: The Human-AI Symphony
Amanda Johnstone, CEO & Co-Founder of Transhuman shares insights into designing a human-first approach to AI. Including Q&A.
11:40 - 12:30 AEST
The Futuremakers: Shaping the Unknown - Innovating at the Frontier
Our C-suite panel share insights into how innovators are turning complexity into possibility through creative problem-solving and adaptive thinking that reshapes the very foundations of enterprise.
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12:30 - 13:00 AEST
Running Fireside chat: Adapting in Australian sports, building resilience and leadership
IMF supporters, new marathon runners and footballing legends, Lance “Buddy” Franklin and Johnathon “JT” Thurston, share insights into adaptability and transformation. Hosted by Rob de Castella.
13:00 - 13:10 AEST
Finale: Summit takeaways and closing remarks
Vikram Singh, Australia and New Zealand Country Head, TCS, delivers closing reflections, distilling the key insights of the Summit. Adam and Amy, provide a final send-off.
13:10 - 15:15 AEST
Closing lunch - A final opportunity to connect and continue the dialogue over a networking lunch.