Building an Agile, Resilient and Connected Workforce

March 23 - 25, 2026 | The Westin Galleria Houston, Texas

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Katelyn DuBois

Innovation Architect Dow Inc

Main Conference Day Two | Wednesday, March 25 2026

9:05 AM Panel: From Hype to Impact: Evaluating Emerging Tech for Real ROI in Frontline Operations

As connected worker technologies evolve, the challenge shifts from innovation to adoption and value realization. This session explores how to critically evaluate new tools, overcome cultural and operational barriers, and identify technologies that deliver ROI. Drawing from real-world experience, our panelists will highlight the nuances of adoption, the importance of security and data governance, and the need for pragmatic tech strategies.

Understanding the dual challenge of operational resistance and workforce demographics in scaling connected worker tools
How to assess emerging technologies and get beyond the hype for real business impact and measurable outcomes
Addressing mobile device management and security gaps in wearable and connected worker deployments
Exploring the potential of lightweight, voice-activated AI assistants for field operations and maintenance support

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