Overcoming Resistance to Change: Replacing Fear with Skills & Role Enhancement
Oct 21, 2025 — 12:35 pm - 1:00 PMRoom W7

Description
As AI and automation enter more roles and workflows, fear and hesitation can derail even the most promising workplace initiatives.
This panel dives into practical ways organisations are tackling resistance - from frontline employees to senior leadership - by reframing technology as an enabler of human growth. Learn how to build trust through transparency, design upskilling journeys that feel empowering and position AI not as a threat, but as a catalyst for better, more meaningful work.
• Technology-driven learning is powerful, but many organizations struggle with adoption, integration and trust
• Developing a communication strategy and hands-on workshops to help employees see AI and new technology as an augmentation rather than a replacement of their roles
• Addressing cost concerns and demonstrating AI's ROI to leadership and teams
• Showcasing real-world success stories to inspire confidence and engagement