Dr. Joseph Soalheira

Shared Services and Risk Management Specialist QUT University

Main Conference - SSOW ANZ - Day One - Tuesday 13th May 2025

4:40 PM Transforming Shared Services Organisations (SSO) into a Global Business Powerhouse

  • Demonstrating how a share services organisation model can transcend cost reduction, becoming a strategic lever through operational optimisation and business alignment. 
  • Designing and implementing a practical framework for transforming existing Shared Service Organisations (SSC/GBS) into a value-generating GBS organisation that adds competitive advantage to your company. 
  • Looking at the competitive advantage factors in your SSC/GBS that can influence senior management. 
  • Exploring how a well-designed GBS model can drive innovation, improve service delivery, and enable business growth, challenging the misconception of SSCs as mere cost centres. 

Pre-Conference Focus Day - Generative AI in Shared Services - Monday 12th May 2025

9:00 AM From Hype to Reality – Where Generative AI is Being Applied Within Shared Services

  • Explore real-world use cases of Generative AI in shared services, including finance, HR, and customer operations.
  • Discuss the practical challenges and opportunities of AI adoption, including technology readiness and organizational alignment.
  • Gain insights from leaders who have moved beyond the hype to deliver tangible outcomes with AI in their operations.

10:30 AM Sharing Results and Insights on Generative AI Projects

  • Hear firsthand results from organizations that have implemented Generative AI initiatives in shared services.
  • Examine lessons learned, key challenges, and success factors from these projects.
  • Explore strategies to replicate success and avoid pitfalls when deploying AI-driven solutions.

1:00 PM How to Accelerate AI in Shared Services for Optimal Results

  • Hands-on exercises to identify high-impact areas for AI implementation in shared services.
  • Develop a roadmap for accelerating AI adoption, including setting priorities, allocating resources, and measuring ROI.
  • Collaborate with peers to brainstorm solutions to common AI deployment challenges.

3:30 PM Interactive Discussion Groups: Exploring Generative AI Applications in Shared Service Functions

Each group will present their findings, key takeaways, and actionable strategies to the broader audience at the end of the session.


Finance & Accounting:

  • Discuss how AI is transforming processes like accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and financial forecasting.
  • Share best practices for integrating AI into finance workflows while ensuring compliance and accuracy


HR:

  • Explore the role of AI in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce analytics.
  • Discuss how to leverage AI to enhance HR efficiency and improve employee experiences.


Customer Operations:

  • Dive into AI-driven enhancements in customer support, service delivery, and personalization.
  • Share ideas for integrating AI into customer operations to drive satisfaction and loyalty.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Dr. Joseph.

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