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Jio Institute successfully hosted ViewPoint 2023, an HR conclave that explored the intersection of AI and HR, highlighting how these technologies are reshaping recruitment, management, and workforce development.
The conclave aimed to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration among HR professionals from diverse industries. It featured interactive sessions addressing contemporary business challenges and emerging HR trends.
Harjeet Khanduja, Senior VP – HR, Reliance Jio, set the tone with a special address, emphasizing the effective use of AI for data-driven decision-making. This was followed by two impactful panel discussions.
The first panel explored the theme “Navigating Megatrends: AI in HR”, offering insights from Ms Kokila Roy (Senior Director – Digital Transformation, GEP Worldwide), Ms Shweta Chandrashekar (Director – HR, Gupshup Technology), Mr Hemant Sethiya (Director – Talent and Recruiting, UBS) and Mr Subhanish Malhotra (Vice President, HR, Welspun Living). This panel delved into how AI in HR is driving automated recruitment, personalized learning, and predictive analytics, while also addressing diversity, equity, and well-being for a more efficient and inclusive workplace.
The second panel focused on “Emerging Trends in AI and Employment Opportunities”, featuring perspectives from Mr Amit Sawant (Associate Director – Human Capital, PwC India), Mr Satej Mehta (General Manager – HR, Wockhardt Ltd.), Ms Pradnya Sawant (CHRO, Vedanta Sesa Met Coke Division), and Ms Major Pratima Pinto Thomas (CHRO, Fino Payments Bank). This panel focused on emerging trends in AI that are creating new employment opportunities for professionals, shaping the workforce of the future.
Dr Raveendra Chittoor, Dean of Jio Institute, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to host ViewPoint 2023, a conclave that delves into the dynamic synergy between artificial intelligence and human resources. The insightful discussions and diverse perspectives underscore the pivotal role that AI plays in reshaping the landscape of HR. Jio Institute is proud to serve as a thought leadership platform, bringing new ideas and viewpoints to the table from industry and academia.”
Key takeaways from the conclave emphasized the growing impact of AI on HR and the evolving landscape of employment opportunities in the AI era. The event provided a platform for HR professionals, academicians, industry leaders, and the students and staff of Jio Institute to network and exchange ideas.
Mr Ashish Gakrey, Founder of HR Shapers, expressed his thoughts, stating, “The journey of co-hosting ViewPoint 2023 with the Jio Institute has been remarkable. The conclave not only showcased the evolving trends in AI and HR but also brought together an exceptional group of professionals to discuss the emerging opportunities in the era of AI led disruptions. HR Shapers is committed to providing a space for industry leaders to connect, share insights, and navigate the ongoing transformative landscape of HR.”
ViewPoint was attended by more than 50 HR professionals from various organisations such as Accenture, Ericsson India, Mastek, Gammon India, GO Airlines, Hindalco, Jio Platforms Ltd, Parle Agro, Reliance Retail, Samsung C&T, Strata Geosystems India, TAM Media, UBS, UPS, among others along with staff, students and alumni of Jio Institute. The success of Viewpoint 2023 reaffirms Jio Institute’s commitment to providing a prominent platform for thought leadership and knowledge-sharing. It hopes to curate many such platforms across various industries and functions in the coming years.
