Programme
Times are in the Mumbai's Time Zone (IST)
This is an in-person event. However, if only possible for you to attend virtually, basic Zoom access is provided (not via a virtual platform as with Global Forum or the last GA). All participants must register.
Onsite GS1 Registration Desk hours:
- Sunday: 16:00-17:30
Monday: 16:00-17:30
Tuesday: 08:00-10:30 and 16:00-18:30
Wednesday: 08:00-17:30
Thursday: 09:00-17:15
Dress code:
For sessions and meetings: Business casual
Tuesday reception/dinner: Business casual
Wednesday Gala dinner: Traditional Indian formal wear examples - See example photos or Black tie, formal dress
Thursday optional networking dinner: Casual
Sightseeing tours: Casual with comfortable shoes
All times are in Indian Standard Time (IST)
10:00 - 17:00
Making sense of a world in transition–Optional MO CEO workshop
Join this optional workshop, led by Prof. Rohit Prasad (Professor and Area Chairperson – Economics & Public Policy, Management Development Institute, Gurgaon) and Deepak Sharma (Cofounder and Director – Kanic Consulting), to navigate a world in transition. These experts will guide us through six critical shifts—geopolitics, economics, technology, politics, society, and ecology—that impact today’s business leaders. This interactive session provides insights to adapt, innovate, and future-proof your organisation.
Learn more about this workshop
Limited to 40 participants. For MO CEOs and an option to bring 1 translator. Cost per person: 290 EUR. Monday, 19 May, 10:00–17:00 at the GA venue.
8:30 - 10:00
Vision 2030 Q&A for all
A description will be provided soon.
Who may attend: All in-person Board Chairs of GS1 MOs and their MO CEOs.
11:00 - 17:00
Reliance Retail industry tour (offsite)
See the social events & tours page for more details.
17:45 - 19:00
Chairperson networking
Chairpersons from industry and their accompanying GS1 MO CEO are invited to join an exclusive speed networking activity that promises valuable interactions and insights. Get ready to mingle, share ideas, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere!
Who may attend: All in-person Board Chairs of GS1 MOs and their GS1 MO CEOs.
19:00 - 20:00
Welcome reception
See the social events & tours page for more details.
20:00 - 22:00
Welcome dinner
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8:30 - 12:00
Welcome and GS1 India Industry plenary
Description to come.
Attendees: All GS1 GA delegates, board members and invited guests.
12:30 - 13:00
Management Board Private Lunch
12:45 - 13:45
Lunch
13:00 - 17:15
Management Board Meeting
Attendees: GS1 Management Board members or by invitation only
13:45 - 14:45
GS1 MO inspiration from the federation session
Discover new projects, innovative ways of working and industry perspectives from all regions of the globe. Representatives from various GS1 MOs will inspire us to new heights in this insightful session.
Speakers will be announced soon!
Attendees: Everyone may attend
14:45 - 15:45
Design thinking & growth mindset
Instilling a growth mindset - A global perspective will be the topic presented by Deepak Sharma, Co-founder & Director, Kanvic Consulting.
Attendees: Everyone may attend
16:00 - 17:00
Get to know the new GS1 Management Board Nominees
Join us for an insightful panel discussion of our new Management Board Nominees. Discover what GS1 means to them and the business transformation they envision GS1 will bring to industry.
Attendees: Everyone may attend
18:00 - 18:05
Meet for transport to Gala Dinner
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8:30 - 14:30
GS1 General Assembly official business meeting
The morning’s agenda will include voting topics for the General Assembly. After lunch, the agenda will be dedicated to informative topics.
Attendees: All GS1 GA delegates, board members and invited guests.
12:20 - 13:00
Lunch
15:00 - 16:30
Closing plenary
Together we’ll applaud our GS1 Member Organisations in a lively anniversary ceremony plus new MO recognition awards.
Get ready to be inspired! Mr. Parth Iyengar, previously Gartner Fellow, Country Manager Research India will join us!
Mr. Iyengar is a highly sought-after speaker and presenter at numerous external forums and various government organisations in India, China, and other countries. He has been extensively quoted in the local, national, and international press, and has appeared on prominent platforms such as the U.S. CBS News show "60 Minutes," a CNN International panel discussion on the future of IT, and a BBC panel discussion on IT in emerging markets. Additionally, he is the co-author of the book "IT and the East: How China and India Are Altering the Future of Technology and Innovation," published by Harvard Business School Press.
Closing remarks will summarise the week’s accomplishments with an exciting perspective on what’s next for GS1. And don’t miss a personal invitation to the next GS1 General Assembly!
Attendees: Everyone may attend
19:30 - 22:00
Farewell Dinner*
See the social events & tours page for more details.
9:00 - 17:00
Discover Mumbai’s heritage – A day’s journey to Elephanta Island and The Prince of Wales Museum
See the social events & tours page for more details.