The Dark Revolution: Adapting Talent for the Automated Future
Automation is accelerating at a pace few could have imagined, and the rise of “dark factories,” running with minimal or no human presence, is transforming the manufacturing landscape. This shift isn’t just about technology. It’s rewriting the rules for talent, skill development, and workforce planning.
In our inaugural Talent Leadership in Action (TLIA) session in Penang, we’ll explore how these changes are reshaping the manufacturing workforce of the future. From the skills that will be in highest demand to strategies for reskilling and redeploying teams, you’ll gain practical insights to keep your talent pipeline strong in an era of automation.
Join us for a forward-looking conversation on how to turn disruption into opportunity and prepare your workforce to thrive in the dark factory age
- Date: 11 November 2025, Tuesday
- Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm MYT, followed by a networking lunch
- Location: Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang
Register today to secure your space for our November 2025 TLIA. More details will be shared closer to the event.
*NB: TLIA is open to Senior Procurement and HR/TA professionals. All registrations are subject to approval.
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About TLIA
Talent Leadership in Action (TLIA) is a KellyOCG event that brings together senior procurement, HR, talent acquisition, and operational leaders from across industries. It provides a space to talk all-things talent, share big ideas, and explore the trends that are changing work. We don’t do stuffy, we don’t do jargon, and we promise to never, ever, do dull. We’re committed to putting the human in talent strategy and creating content and events that challenge expectations. Each event is created around a key topic and powered by our community through interactive sessions.
TLIA is held in the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Australia, India, Malaysia and Singapore.