
Fujitsu
ActivateNow
Southeast Asia 2024
The first event will be starting in
Singapore | 3 October 2024 (SGT)
Are you ready to activate a better future?
Fujitsu ActivateNow was a day of innovation, learning and fun. We saw how businesses can start achieving sustainability targets and business growth. Couldn't join us live? No worries! The valuable insights are available on-demand, anytime, anywhere.
On-demand
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Singapore
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Thailand
OPENING SPEECH
Opening Fujitsu ActivateNow Singapore
Are you ready to learn how AI is reshaping sustainability in business? Is your company grappling with the challenges of the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and the Carbon Pricing Act? In this opening remark by Alfee, he discusses the increasing corporate focus on sustainability and the role of AI in achieving your goals. Watch the full video to hear his perspective and gain a new understanding of the challenges ahead.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
IDC Keynote: Sustainability Transformation’s Path to Solving Business Challenges and Creating New Value
In the Asia-Pacific region, where nearly half of organizations are in the early stages of sustainability readiness maturity or have yet to begin, the urgency to accelerate Sustainability Transformation (SX) has reached an inflection point. With the dual pressures of expanding into new markets and the need for immediate action to remain competitive, organizations are increasingly leveraging innovative technologies like AI alongside sustainability expertise to propel their initiatives forward.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Leadership Strategies for Sustainable Transformation
Watch this insightful panel discussion from Fujitsu ActivateNow Singapore 2024! Moderated by Raheela Amiraly, the panel featuring executives from Fujitsu, IDC, and Panasonic, explores leadership strategies for successful sustainability transformations. They discuss defining "net positive," leveraging AI for ESG goals, navigating regulations, and building a sustainable business ecosystem.
How to become a Sustainable Enterprise
Empower your workforce, streamline operations, embrace responsible technology, and position your organization for sustainable growth and success.
EXPERIENCE TRACK I
Empowering People through Innovation
Happy employees drive sustainable success! Prioritize your people to boost
productivity and improve retention.
Here are some examples:...
EXPERIENCE TRACK II
Streamlining Processes for Sustainability
By streamlining operations with AI-driven tools, businesses can adapt to evolving regulations, generate cost savings, and unlock new revenue opportunities in the green economy.
EXPERIENCE TRACK III
Harnessing Technology for Environmental Impact
Regulatory pressures are pushing organizations to manage their environmental impact. Advanced technologies can help by providing the insights and infrastructure needed to track, manage, and minimize carbon footprints.
OPENING SPEECH
Opening Fujitsu ActivateNow Thailand
with special address by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan
Ready to transform your business for a sustainable future? Hear about the urgent need for sustainable business practices and how AI is transforming sustainability efforts. Discover key findings from a global sustainability survey, highlighting the gap between intentions and actions. Learn how leading companies are using AI and data-driven strategies to achieve tangible results in their sustainability initiatives. This inspiring talk by Kanokkamon sets the stage for a day of insightful sessions and practical tools!
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
IDC Keynote: Sustainability Transformation’s Path to Solving Business Challenges and Creating New Value
Thailand is an emerging sustainability leader, with 70% of Thai CXOs prioritize sustainability – a rate higher than the global average!
PANEL DISCUSSION
Leadership Strategies for Sustainability
Want to discover the secrets to sustainable success in Thailand? This panel discussion features leading Thai businesses sharing their strategies and insights! Hear how they're tackling the urgent need for sustainability, balancing environmental responsibility with profitability, and adapting to the challenges of extreme weather. Learn from Doi Kham's innovative use of AI and technology to improve efficiency and resource management, and how Toyota is integrating sustainability into its core business strategy. Discover how leading companies are responding to Thailand's ambitious sustainability goals and the increasing pressure of global regulations. Don't miss this dynamic conversation—watch now to gain actionable strategies for your own sustainability journey!
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
The Secrets of Long-Living Companies: Navigating the Test of Time
In this enlightening session, Asst. Prof. Kritinee Permsup, Ph.D. delves into the fascinating world of century-old companies and unravels the secrets behind their enduring success. With a focus on the survival rate of companies across different industries, this session offers a comprehensive look into what it takes for a business to overcome the myriad challenges that come with time and change.
How to become a Sustainable Enterprise
Empower your workforce, streamline operations, embrace responsible technology, and position your organization for sustainable growth and success.
EXPERIENCE TRACK I
Empowering People through Innovation
Happy employees drive sustainable success! Prioritize your people to boost
productivity and improve retention.
Here are a few examples:...
EXPERIENCE TRACK I
Streamlining Business Processes for Sustainability
By streamlining operations with AI-driven tools, businesses can adapt to evolving regulations, generate cost savings, and unlock new revenue opportunities in the green economy.
EXPERIENCE TRACK I
Harnessing Technology for Environmental Impact
Regulatory pressures are pushing organizations to manage their environmental impact. Advanced technologies can help by providing the insights and infrastructure needed to track, manage...
EXPERIENCE TRACK II
Forging Sustainable Industrialization in Thailand
Improve QCDS, streamline processes, enable data-driven decision making and accelerate sustainable manufacturing with these 4 key pillars:
EXPERIENCE TRACK III
How AI & Tech Create a Sustainable & Better Consumer Experience
Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technology are revolutionizing the consumer experience while driving environmentally friendly prosperity. This video explores the innovative ways AI is being used to create sustainable solutions and a better future for both consumers and the planet. Learn about the latest advancements in green tech and how they're shaping a more sustainable world.
Meet the speakers
Stephanie Krisnhnan
Associate Vice President for IDC Manufacturing, Retail & Energy Insights
IDC
Stephanie Krishnan is an associate VP responsible for producing, developing, and growing the IDC Manufacturing and Energy Insights programs in Asia/Pacific. Within Manufacturing Insights, Stephanie conducts supply chain and Industry 4.0 research that supports clients with global sourcing (profitable proximity and sustainable outcomes), transportation, logistics, warehousing, and more. In addition, her contributions to subscription products and custom research span ecosystems, value chains, and the supply chains of industrial industries. In this role, she delivers a research agenda that supports technology buyers in their strategies and buying decisions as well as vendors in terms of market trends and intelligence.
Session: Keynote speaker in Singapore and Thailand
Dave Ng
Managing Director
Fujitsu Asia
Dave Ng is the Managing Director of Fujitsu Asia Pte Ltd, spearheading the company's growth and strategic direction across the region. With over 35 years of experience at Fujitsu, he brings a proven track record of success in driving digital innovation and championing Sustainability Transformation.
Previously, Dave served as the Sales Director and Head of Enterprise Sector Sales, where he played a pivotal role in propelling digital transformation initiatives and fostering strategic partnerships with key clients. His deep understanding of the Asia Pacific market and expertise in leveraging technology for sustainability have been instrumental in shaping Fujitsu's regional success.
Dave is passionate about driving sustainable business growth through technology. As Head of Fujitsu Asia, he leads the charge in delivering Uvance solutions that address complex challenges. A strong advocate for collaboration, Dave believes technology can create a positive impact on both businesses and society.
Kanokkamon Laohaburanakit
Managing Director
Fujitsu Thailand
Kanokkamon Laohaburanakit is the Managing Director of Fujitsu (Thailand) Co., Ltd., pioneering a new path as the first female and Thai leader in the company. With over 25 years of experience, she has been instrumental in driving sustainable growth and digital transformation within Fujitsu Thailand.
Kanokkamon has expanded Fujitsu's footprint in Thailand and beyond, serving diverse industries through strategic branch expansion and service enhancements. Her emphasis on global standards has solidified Fujitsu's reputation for reliability. With a strong foundation in Japanese language and culture, she has built deep relationships with Japanese clients.
Under her leadership, Fujitsu Thailand has become a leading digital service provider, serving over 800 clients with a team of 550 employees and generating over 4.3 billion THB in revenue in FY2023.
Asst. Prof. Kritinee Permsup, Ph.D. (Katewadee Marumura)
Sustainability Transformation Expert in Marketing and Corporate Branding
Formerly a lecturer of marketing at Chulalongkorn Business School, Asst.Prof. Kritinee Permsup, Ph.D. specializes in teaching sustainable marketing and corporate branding. She has since moved on from this role. Kritinee is also an accomplished writer with a focus on cross-cultural topics, marketing, and Oriental perspectives. She has authored several best-selling books exploring subjects such as Japanese-style of marketing, Rinen-Japanese Business Philosophy, and lessons from notable Japanese figures. She is a columnist for several publications, including Marumura.com, the Japan Chamber of Commerce magazine, Secret magazine (focused on Buddhism), and Strategic and Management magazine.
Pras Ganesh
Executive Vice President, People and Business Transformation Group, CISO
Toyota Motor Asia (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
A lawyer by education from India, Pras pursued his Masters in International Relations in Japan and the United States. Thereafter he spent his initial career as an in-house legal advisor and a management consultant in Japan and Australia, prior to joining Toyota.
For the last two decades, he has been in Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan, Europe, and now Thailand and Singapore, with experience in Human Resources, Accounting & Finance, Global External Affairs, Corporate Planning, Production Control and Logistics. Currently, as Executive Vice President of the People & Business Transformation Group in the Regional Headquarters, he has responsibility for the company’s roadmap towards Carbon Neutrality, Digital, Mobility and People Transformation across the Asia region. To fulfil this role, he leads the external and environmental affairs, human resources, information systems and new mobility business for Toyota’s operations in Asia. He is also the Chief Information Security Officer for the region.
Additionally, Pras is the Executive Program Director for the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) across the Asia-Pacific Region. In a world with mounting mobility challenges, TMF was set up to use Toyota’s know-how in partnership with like-minded innovative stakeholders to address the mobility issues of tomorrow today.
Pipatpong Israsena
President, Doi Kham Food Products Company Limited
Director and Member of The Nomination and Remuneration Committee
Mr. Pipatpong Israsena, currently serving as Director and Member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, is the President of Doi Kham Food Products Company Limited. He holds several distinguished social and cultural positions, including President of the Thai Beverage Industry Association and directorships in numerous foundations under Royal Patronage, such as the Mae Fah Luang Foundation and the King Rama II Foundation. His career is marked by significant leadership roles at The Crown Property Bureau, where he contributed to various royal initiatives and projects.
Additionally, Mr. Pipatpong has served on the boards of multiple companies and has been recognized with prestigious royal decorations, including the Companion of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant. He holds advanced degrees in Business and Public Administration from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Chulalongkorn University.
Raheela Amiraly
Head of Purpose for South East Asia & India
Fujitsu
Raheela leads Sustainability efforts across South East Asia & India as the Head of Purpose. Raheela is a seasoned social impact and sustainability expert with over 20 years of experience in supporting solve the world's biggest intangible issues such as social inequality, the digital divide, poverty, climate action and gender inequality.
Within her role, Raheela supports the region in its ongoing realignment towards Fujitsu’s materiality vision and in delivering impact that is consistent with the spirit and intent of our Purpose. She is focusing on building a more collaborative ecosystem one in which multi-stakeholder partnerships are activated as a force for good. One such example is WBCSD (World Business Council for Sustainable Development), utilizing its members and this unique platform for collaborative action across People, Planet and Prosperity. Raheela is passionate about leveraging business to achieve real-world environmental and social impact and its contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs)
As a female leader in sustainability and climate she is fueled by passion and a deeper belief in better outcomes for all. Raheela started her career in the humanitarian and development sector operating in fragile states and complex political emergencies including substantial time in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Jordan, and Syria. Since then she has pivoted into the technology and sustainability space. Outside of work Raheela enjoys practicing yoga, surrounding herself in nature, and attempting to perfect her baking skills. She lives in Singapore.
Session: Singapore and Thailand Panel Discussions
Alfee Lee
Group Managing Director, ASEAN + India
Fujitsu Asia Pacific
Alfee leads Fujitsu’s strategic initiatives and operations across the ASEAN region and India to drive the business forward.
With a focus on supporting customers’ digital transformation journeys, Alfee has set his sights on transforming Fujitsu into a digital transformation services-centric business to better help its customers solve pressing business challenges.
An experienced and results-driven technology leader, Alfee has worked with global and regional customers to drive their digital transformation strategies. With an exceptional grasp of the ICT landscape of the Asia region, Alfee has over 15 years of experience with Fujitsu. Over the years, he has worked in a number of strategic roles in both its Thailand and Singapore offices. Most recently, he served as the Head of Uvance, Technology and Solutions and Chief Technology Officer for the Asia Pacific region.
Alfee has been integral in developing Fujitsu’s regional technology and digital initiatives in Asia Pacific, including integrating key technologies and developing solutions to support customers to navigate complex challenges. Alfee is passionate about learning history to help unlock the future and using technology to address social issues. Outside of work, he enjoys reading, playing golf and travelling.
Session: Opening remarks at Singapore and Panel discussions at Singapore and Thailand
Justin Ong
APAC CISO & CPO
Panasonic Asia Pacific
Justin has a total of 22 years of regional IT management experience with Panasonic Asia Pte. Ltd. covering APAC, providing shared services and innovative IT solution to 63 companies in APAC. His role requires him to formulate regional effective and agile IT strategies to support business growth in emerging, developed, and advanced markets. 20 years in Panasonic equips him with wide ranging domain experiences in Enterprise Infrastructure, Enterprise Security, Enterprise Integration, Business Insights, Procurement, Logistic, HR, Accounting as well as Legal.
Leveraging 14 years of global technology and product development experience in Omron Management Center of Asia Pacific prior to joining Panasonic, Justin constantly looks ahead for game changing technologies to develop new IT solution to bring strategic and operational benefits to the business divisions.
In his current role as APAC CISO & CPO, he drives the necessary security transformation to enable and accelerate Panasonic DX strategies for APAC companies’ business and operation transformation.
Session: Singapore Panel Discussion
Nicholas Fraser
EVP, Strategic Growth & Investments
Fujitsu
Nicholas Fraser is an EVP and Corporate Executive Officer at Fujitsu Limited, leading Strategic Growth and Investments (SG&I), where he drives the company’s growth through transformative investments. SG&I is responsible for M&A, Post Merger Integration, Corporate Venture Capital (CVC), partnerships, and new business development. With a proven track record across diverse industries, Nicholas brings deep expertise in equity and debt financing, corporate leadership, project development, and business strategy.
Over his career, Nicholas has held prominent roles within multinational organizations across the Asia Pacific, specializing in banking, corporate finance, project finance, venture capital, and corporate advisory. His strength lies in identifying strategic opportunities, fostering collaborations, and navigating the complexities of technology-driven transformations. A passionate advocate for the role of technology in revolutionizing businesses, Nicholas is continuously exploring strategic partnerships to shape the future of innovation.
Session: Singapore Panel Discussion
Otaka Masato
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Kingdom of Thailand
https://www.th.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/embassy_otaka.html
Fujitsu is honoured to have Mr. Otaka Masato, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Kingdom of Thailand, as a distinguished guest speaker in Fujitsu ActivateNow Thailand.
For further information, please visit the Embassy of Japan website.
Session: Thailand special address
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2024 Fujitsu Sustainability Transformation Survey
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Driving Sustainable Transformation in Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations
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IDC Keynote in Singapore
How is Singapore leading APAC's sustainability charge? Explore government policies, corporate strategies, AI's impact, and the path to achieving ESG goals.

IDC Keynote in Thailand
Can sustainability solve business challenges and create new value? Examine the challenges and opportunities in Thailand, including the role of AI, policy, and overcoming ESG inertia.
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