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Get the full agenda, confirmed speakers, and pricing for Australia's leading operational excellence and business transformation summit - 26–27 October 2026, Intercontinental Double Bay, Sydney. Now in its 22nd year, OPEX Week brings together 150 verified senior transformation leaders from ANZ's largest enterprises for two days of unfiltered, practitioner-led content built entirely around ANZ execution reality.

What's inside:

• Full two-day programme agenda across 10 topic streams
• 30+ confirmed speakers from BUPA, AGL, Coles Group, Virgin Australia, Telstra, NBN and more
  
• Sponsorship and partnership packages with tier availability
• Venue and logistics information

What the programme covers:

• In-year cost reduction and operating model redesign
• AI as an operational tool — from pilot to production
• Workforce productivity, change management, and execution at scale
• PMO governance, service delivery under pressure, and transformation ROI

Download the official Sponsorship Prospectus for OPEX Week: Business Transformation Summit ANZ, co-located with the AI Infrastructure and Enterprise Systems Summit, taking place 26-27 October 2026 in Sydney. Discover how to position your brand in front of Australia and New Zealand's most senior transformation and technology decision-makers through:

• Tailored sponsorship packages — from headline plenary slots and exclusive boardroom hosting to exhibition and branding opportunities built around your commercial goals.
• High-impact speaking opportunities — case studies, panels, tech talks, and spotlights across two dedicated streams: Business Transformation and AI & Automated Enterprise.
• Premium engagement formats — including the Chief Transformation Officer Boardroom, VIP Networking Lunches, Interactive Discussion Groups, and the Technology Demonstration Drive.
• Concierge 1:1 meetings — guaranteed face time with hand-picked, pre-qualified senior buyers actively shopping for transformation, AI, and automation solutions.
• Direct access to senior decision-makers — COOs, Chief Transformation Officers, CIOs, CTOs, and automation leaders driving enterprise change, AI adoption, and operational excellence across ANZ in 2026.

Two programs. Two audiences. One unmissable platform — request your prospectus today and secure your place at Australia's No.1 event for transformation leaders, 22 years running.

Download the OPEX Week Post Show Report! Discover the highlights and key takeaways from the OPEX Week: Business Transformation Summit ANZ 2024, the leading event for operational excellence and transformation leaders in Australia and New Zealand.

This comprehensive report showcases top sessions, exclusive insights from C-Suite executives, industry trends, and success stories from the event. Learn how the summit brought together thought leaders, innovative sponsors, and decision-makers to drive business transformation.

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Business transformation in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) covers a vast array of initiatives, often resulting in remarkable success stories. Yet, this journey is laden with challenges that are essential to the transformation process. Navigating these obstacles, learning from failures, and recovering from setbacks are vital for achieving lasting success.

For ANZ transformation leaders, understanding how peers, both locally and globally, handle these challenges is invaluable. Are they facing similar issues? More importantly, how are they leveraging their strategies to overcome these hurdles and drive meaningful change within their organizations? In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, characterized by digital transformation complexities, resistance to change, and data security concerns, effective leadership relies on collaboration and shared insights.

Our latest data report offers ANZ transformation leaders a unique opportunity to benchmark against global peers. This report, drawn from our Business Transformation portfolio, serves as a catalyst for discussions and relationship-building at our Business Transformation conferences.

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• A detailed overview of the top challenges faced by attendees of our Business Transformation events.
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Leverage these insights to enhance your strategies, benchmark against global leaders, and stay ahead in the transformation journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from your peers and refine your initiatives.

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The Co-Chief Operating Officer provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s role in delivering top-notch environmental and waste management solutions.

Highlighting the integration of GEN AI and data sources like Google Maps, the discussion explores how these technologies contribute to operational excellence by optimising route planning, resource allocation, and sustainability efforts.

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