Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, a leading authority on project management and strategy, was set to outline how organisations and professionals can adapt to the rise of artificial intelligence at a major UK industry conference.
Nieto-Rodriguez, known for developing the concept of the “Project Economy”, was scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the APM Project Management Conference, held at Manchester Central on 29 April.
Organised by the Association for Project Management, the conference brought together project professionals, business leaders and industry experts to examine the forces shaping the future of project delivery.
In his keynote, Nieto-Rodriguez was expected to explore how individuals and organisations could lead effectively in an environment defined by rapid technological change and increasing complexity. His remarks were also set to draw on themes from his recent book, Powered by Projects, which examines how project-led approaches can drive innovation and value creation across business and government.
Professor Adam Boddison, chief executive of APM, said the session would address a critical moment for the profession. “The pace of change facing organisations is unprecedented, and projects are increasingly central to how businesses operate,” he said. “Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez has helped shape global thinking on the Project Economy, and his insights will be highly valuable for professionals navigating this transformation.”
Nieto-Rodriguez, who serves as vice-president of APM and has previously held senior roles at the Project Management Institute, is widely recognised as one of the leading thinkers in the field. He has also been included in the Thinkers50 ranking of influential management thinkers.
The conference programme featured a range of speakers from across the project profession, sharing practical experience of delivering complex programmes and leading organisational change. Sessions explored topics including leadership development, innovation, and the growing strategic importance of project management.
Delegates also examined emerging trends such as the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, and how organisations can build cultures that support successful project delivery.
The two-day event ran at Manchester Central on 29 and 30 April, bringing together professionals from across sectors to exchange ideas and insights on the future of project management.
