The circular economy transition will not take place without a rising role of information. Since resources without identity become waste, we need to assign goods with appropriate information, track them as well as process and transfer this data. It is safe to say that the more value we want to get, the more information we need. Therefore, this webinar will discuss the opportunities to efficiently do so, using state-of-the-art technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, visual tracking systems, the Internet of Things, as well as common communication languages, e.g. GS1 standards.
The role of businesses is crucial in scaling up these innovations, with small and medium companies (SMEs) being the focal point for them to become mainstream. Since 99% of European companies are SMEs the increased role of information in the economy will only be truly successful with their participation. We will discuss how can the uptake of innovative information technologies and systems be facilitated among them.
From the very first day of a particular good lifecycle, it is crucial for the businesses to provide information essential to the optimal use of resources. It allows for the identification of available goods, methods of their use as well as stakeholders interested in these processes. Information on the performance of the activity supports the selection of the best methods of production and use, supports the design of new products, allows for product tracking and the creation of resource return systems, etc. In result the companies can increase their competitiveness and realise the previously untapped potential for reclaiming the economic value that would otherwise go to waste.
Event date: December 3rd, 2024
Time: 10:00-12:00 (CET)
Online Session (ZOOM – link will be provided after registering)
Meet our speakers
Hubert Bukowski – Research Director at the Institute of Innovation and Responsible Development, economist and an expert in circular transition tools and circular business models
Anna Walkowska – Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of Propergate. Anna is a serial entrepreneur and start-up activist who has been building innovations for the real estate industry since 2009. She’s CISSP certified and one of the founders of the Startup Poland Foundation.
Magdalena Fertsch-Ślęk – Senior expert in systems implementation at GS1. On a daily basis, she supports companies in the implementation and use of GS1 standards and conducts training in their application. She specialises in data collection and identification technologies.
Agenda
10:00-10:10 Welcome and introduction
10:10-10:30 The rising role of information and AI and its consequences for our economic system – Hubert Bukowski
10:30-10:40 Quick online survey among participants on the role of information in current and future economic systems
10:40-10-55 Survey results and discussion
10:55-11:15 Increasing effectiveness through digitalised logistics – real-world benefits – Anna Walkowska
11:15-11:20 Q&A
11:20-11:40 GS1 for the Planet: Standards that support circular transformation – Magdalena Fertsch-Ślęk
11:40-11:45 Q&A
11:45-12:00 Closing remarks