On September 22, 2026, enterprise IT directors, corporate real estate executives, and workplace strategists gathered at Microsoft Singapore for the second international stop of the Global Forum series, ‘Re-Imagining Modern Work: The AI-Powered Workplace Evolution’. Co-hosted by GPA and local regional business unit ESCO Pte. Ltd., the event convened senior leadership from Cisco, Crestron, Logitech, Microsoft, and Sony. The objective was distinct and immediate: converting generative AI and intelligent collaboration systems from theoretical boardroom discussions into scalable, standardized enterprise architecture across the Asia-Pacific region.

The audiovisual industry is facing a critical turning point where environmental responsibility must align perfectly with enterprise performance. On October 7, 2026, industry leaders will gather to address these exact challenges at the AV Sustainability Summit in London. Setting the stage for this vital conversation, Marjolein Koens Schaddelee, Managing Director of AVEX and Board Member of GPA, will deliver the opening keynote address.