Post-Conference Focus Day - Gen AI and All The Hype (16th May)

Post-Conference Focus Day - Gen AI and All The Hype (16th May)

10:00 am - 10:35 am Morning Refreshments & Registration

10:35 am - 10:40 am Welcome Address by OPEX Week Asia 2025

10:40 am - 11:20 am Harnessing AI for Operational Excellence: The Keppel Experience and the Future of Work

Audrey Ong - Director of Transformation & Innovation, Keppel Ltd.


  • Explore how Keppel integrates AI to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency. 
  • Learn real-world examples of AI transforming decision-making and workforce productivity. 
  • Discuss the evolving role of AI in shaping work dynamics and driving industry innovation. 


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Audrey Ong

Director of Transformation & Innovation
Keppel Ltd.

11:20 am - 12:00 pm Defining AI and Its Role in Transforming OPEX Through Automation and Data Visibility

Xun Yong - Head of Upstream Operations, Shopee


Unlock the potential of AI to revolutionise Shopee’s operations by enhancing automation, driving efficiency, reducing costs, and enabling data-driven decisions. 

  • Understand the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in optimising operational performance 
  • Explore the implementation of Malaysia's largest-scale auto-sorting machine by Shopee, showcasing the integration of AI for improved data visibility and performance tracking 
  • Discover how AI-powered automation can streamline sorting processes, improve decision-making, and maximise operational efficiency 
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Xun Yong

Head of Upstream Operations
Shopee

 We will break into working groups to discuss and deep dive into each topic. There will be 2 rounds, each 30 minutes. 

Let’s Talk! Key Takeaways & Action Points

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Roundtable A: How can AI Revolutionise OPEX for True Transformation?

Xun Yong - Head of Upstream Operations, Shopee


How can AI revolutionize OPEX by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and optimizing processes, while addressing ethical considerations and potential challenges? 

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Xun Yong

Head of Upstream Operations
Shopee

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Roundtable B: How to Navigate Common Mistakes with Implementation of AI?

Roundtable B: Technical Implementation 

Outline strategies for translating strategic goals into practical technical solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational efficiency, and addresses common challenges and best practices for successful implementation. 

1:00 pm - 1:05 pm Workshop Leader D’s Closing Remarks

Xun Yong - Head of Upstream Operations, Shopee


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Xun Yong

Head of Upstream Operations
Shopee

1:05 pm - 2:05 pm Networking Lunch Break

2:00 pm - 2:40 pm Unleashing the Potential of Generative AI in Energy Storage and Operations

Melvin Catu - Chief Technology Officer, SN Aboitiz Power Group


Explore how SN Aboitiz Power Group is integrating generative AI into its digital twin processes to optimise energy storage system operations. 

  • Learn about advancements in generative AI and its transformative potential in driving efficiency and innovation within energy storage and broader operational frameworks 
  • Identify emerging trends and opportunities to leverage AI for improved decision-making and operational resilience for offshore operations 
  • Discuss the ethical considerations and challenges of implementing generative AI in energy operations, focusing on sustainability and scalability 


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Melvin Catu

Chief Technology Officer
SN Aboitiz Power Group

2:40 pm - 4:10 pm Roundtable A: Why Are Ethical Considerations Essential in AI Development?


2:40 pm - 3:40 pm Roundtable B: How Do You Know Where and When To Use AI In Your Operations?


3:40 pm - 3:45 pm Workshop Leader D’s Closing Remarks

Melvin Catu - Chief Technology Officer, SN Aboitiz Power Group


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Melvin Catu

Chief Technology Officer
SN Aboitiz Power Group

3:45 pm - 3:50 pm End of Focus Day