Productivity Leadership in the Age of AI and Gen Z: Purpose, Agility, and Transformation

The world of work is being reshaped by three forces: AI moving from promise to practice, Gen Z redefining expectations, and the rise of distributed workforces and work cultures of continuous learning. Moderated by Ravinesh Kumar Lakhan, Manager of Policy, Planning and Data Analytics at the Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations of Fiji, this P-Talk explores how to make work smarter, fairer, and more resilient for broad-based and durable productivity gains.

Dr. Archana Yemeshvary Ashok Upadhyay, Chief Human Resources Officer of Hindustan Colas Pvt., Ltd., India, examines how AI that augments people by improving decision-making, quality, and speed can deliver impact when paired with process redesign, technology adoption, and continuous skill upgrading. Focusing on Gen Z’s digital-first, purpose-driven mindset, the talk shows how combining AI with skilled young talent guided by responsible leadership that builds trust, equity, and opportunities for all to prosper can rewrite the productivity playbook.

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