Navigating the Future: WorldCC 2024 APAC Summit Launches in Sydney

In the ever-evolving landscape of contract management, legal, procurement, and commercial management, professionals are constantly seeking innovative ways to navigate the complexities of the global business environment. Our WorldCC 2024 APAC Summit, set to take place in the vibrant city of Sydney, promises to be a beacon of inspiration and empowerment for industry leaders, innovators, and professionals across the Asia-Pacific region.

Sydney: A setting for innovation

Sydney, known for its iconic landmarks, diverse culture, and thriving business, serves as an ideal backdrop for the WorldCC 2024 APAC Summit. Renowned for its blend of tradition and modernity, the city is a melting pot of ideas and innovation. The Shangri-La Sydney Hotel, the venue for the summit, set overlooking the Harbour, is the perfect environment for sparking creativity, collaborative learning, and networking.

Transactions: Uniting process, technology, and skills

The WorldCC 2024 APAC Summit aims to guide professionals beyond mere transactions, urging them to focus on outcomes by harmonizing process, technology, and skills. With a comprehensive agenda covering keynote presentations, industry insights, speed tech demos, panel discussions, case studies, and interactive workshops, the summit promises to be a rich source of knowledge and inspiration.

The experience: In-person and virtual

Whether attending in person or virtually, participants can expect a transformative experience. In-person attendees will have the privilege of two-day entry to the summit at the Shangri-La Sydney Hotel, access to all interactive and non-interactive sessions, and face-to-face networking. The package also includes all meals and drinks, culminating in a spectacular gala dinner event — a perfect opportunity for chatting with peers in a relaxed and elegant setting.

Virtual attendees will have access to live-streamed, non-interactive, keynote sessions and will earn 3 CPD points. The hybrid nature of the summit ensures that professionals from diverse locations can connect and engage, broadening the reach of knowledge sharing.

Key Themes: navigating the contract management landscape

The summit will explore key themes crucial to the current contract management landscape, including:

  1. AI Adoption and Challenges: Delve into the world of artificial intelligence and its implications for contract management, understanding both the opportunities and challenges it presents.

  2. Career Advancement and Skills Development: Gain insights into strategies for career growth and skill enhancement, equipping professionals to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.

  3. ROI of Contract Economics and Commercial Acumen: Understand the financial implications of contracts and the importance of commercial acumen in driving business success.

  4. Contract Simplification and Collaboration: Explore methods for simplifying complex contracts and fostering collaboration between stakeholders.

  5. Supply Chain Resilience, Diversity, and Procurement: Tackle the critical issues of supply chain resilience, diversity, and best practices in procurement.

  6. Sustainable Contracting Practices: Examine the role of sustainability in contract management, exploring practices that align with environmental and social responsibility.

  7. Technology and Its Social Impact: Evaluate the social implications of technological advancements in contract management and explore ethical considerations.

  8. Agile and Relational Contracting: Embrace agile methodologies and relational contracting approaches to enhance flexibility and foster stronger business relationships.

  9. Negotiation Skills and AI Tools: Hone negotiation skills and explore the integration of AI tools for more effective and efficient contract negotiations.

Call for speakers: Share your insights

The summit invites professionals to contribute to the wealth of knowledge by participating as speakers. If you have expertise in any of the aforementioned themes or other relevant areas, the WorldCC events team encourages you to reach out to events@worldcc.com.


Register Now

The WorldCC 2024 APAC Summit promises to be an unforgettable experience for professionals in the CCM, legal, and procurement fields. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired, informed, and empowered. Register now to secure your place at this transformative event.

As the summit approaches, anticipation is building for an event that will undoubtedly shape the future of contract management in the Asia-Pacific region. Sydney, with its unique blend of innovation and tradition, stands ready to host a gathering that will set the stage for the next chapter in the evolution of contract and commercial management.

About the author

Kate Hodgins

Kate is an accomplished marketing and communications professional with over 10 years of experience attracting, engaging, and converting audiences. She is a natural communicator skilled in building brand awareness and generating leads through content creation and digital marketing campaigns. As Head of Marketing at WorldCC, Kate leads integrated strategies to engage the association's global community of contracting professionals. Her passion lies in understanding stakeholders and nurturing meaningful relationships that drive business success. With her extensive background in audience growth and digital marketing, Kate delivers innovative solutions to elevate brand visibility and performance.