9th Business Systems Laboratory International Symposium

TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY: Boon or Bane?

January 23-24, 2025 - UniversitY OF INSUBRIA - DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

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Via Monte Generoso 71 - 21100 - VARESE (ITALY)

TRACK TOPIC:

Transitioning to Industry 5.0 and Society 5.0:

Boon or Bane?

CHAIR:

Ivan De La Vega
Professor and Researcher at the Strategy and Leadership department at

CENTRUM Católica Graduate Business School (Perů)

Track description

Exploring the transformative journey towards Society 5.0, this track delves into the paradigm shift that blends technological advancements with societal needs, envisioning a future where digital and physical realms are seamlessly integrated. Society 5.0 represents an innovative era where diverse aspects of life are interconnected, leveraging the power of big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and comprehensive human services to forge a superintelligent society. The core ambition of Society 5.0 is to lay down a robust societal framework where individuals are empowered to create and add value universally, anytime and anywhere, within a secure and environmentally attuned setting. This track delves into the implications of transitioning to Industry 5.0 and Society 5.0, evaluating whether this evolution represents a significant boon for global development or poses unforeseen bane to societal fabric.

Key Themes include (but are not limited to):

Conceptual Foundation and Vision of Society 5.0 and Industry 5.0: Explore the foundations that define Society 5.0 and Industry 5.0, focusing on their potential or challenges to harmonize advanced technological capabilities with humanistic values and sustainable practices.

Technological Drivers and Innovations: Delve into the cutting-edge technologies fueling this transition, including AI, IoT, robotics, and advanced data analytics, and their role in enabling or disrupting society.

Technological transition in healthcare: healthcare revolution, and the implications for global inequality and accessibility.

Technological transition in Education: education, and the implications of new technologies on learning.

Global Trends and Comparative Analyses: Examine global case studies and comparative analyses of how different regions are approaching the transition to Society 5.0 and Industry 5.0, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned.