Updated Date: April 20th, 2025

AI Meets Innovation: The Future of Knowledge Management at KMDC Dinner 2025

The Knowledge Management Development Centre (KMDC) warmly invites you to the KMDC Dinner 2025, an inspiring evening dedicated to exploring the intersection of AI and Knowledge Management (KM). AI is reshaping the business landscape—driving innovation, smarter decisions, and transformative growth. Join us on May 14th, 2025, in Hong Kong SAR, China, to hear from industry leaders and MIKE Award winners who are turning this vision into reality.

KMDC Chairman Prof. Ir. Eric Chan will lead the evening, sharing insights on how KM and AI can drive innovation, alongside distinguished speakers like Dr. Charleston Sin, a leading figure in AI. This event is a unique opportunity to network with KM professionals, celebrate innovation, and enjoy a delightful Chinese cuisine dinner.
 

Event Highlights:

Keynote Address: "How KM & Ignorance Management Drive Innovation" by Prof. Ir. Eric Chan, KMDC Chairman and MIKE Awards Advisor.

AI and Innovation Insights: The role of AI in Innovation Management.

2024 MIKE Award Winners Showcase: Learn how MIKE Award Winners leverage KM and AI for corporate innovation.

Panel Discussion: "From Hurdles to Breakthroughs" with industry leaders.

Dinner: Exquisite Chinese cuisine dining experience.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, 14 May 2025

Time: Registration at 6:00 PM | Programme starts at 6:30 PM

Venue: Lingnan Club, 12-13/F, On Lok Yuen Building, 25-27A Des Voeux Road Central, Central, Hong Kong SAR, China

Fee: HK$500 per person (Payment: Bank transfer or cash at the door)

Join Us at KMDC Dinner 2025:

We encourage KMDC members, KM professionals, and innovation enthusiasts to attend this enriching event. Seats are limited, so secure your spot today via our RSVP form. For inquiries, contact us at +852 8101 5632 or email info@kmdc.org.

We look forward to welcoming you to an enlightening evening of innovation and knowledge-sharing at KMDC Dinner 2025!

Updated Date: February 25th, 2025

KMDC Supports the Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) 2025 亞洲知識及創新論壇

The Knowledge Management Development Centre (KMDC) is proud to support the Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) 2025, a premier professional conference held in Hong Kong SAR, China, between February 26th and 27th. This event brings together high-profile speakers and thought leaders from across the globe to explore the latest trends and challenges in AI enabled knowledge and innovation management.

KMDC Chairman Prof. Ir. Eric Chan served as one of the judges for the prestigious MIKE Award, which recognizes excellence in knowledge innovation and management. The winners of the MIKE Award were announced on February 27th, during the conference. This underscores KMDC’s commitment to advancing KM practices and fostering innovation in the region.
 

Event Highlights:

Pre-Conference Workshops: February 26th, 2025

Main Conference and MIKE Award Presentation: February 27th, 2025

Venue: Hong Kong SAR, China

KMDC’s Role in AKIF 2025:

• KMDC is a supporting organization for AKIF 2025, contributing to the forum’s mission of promoting knowledge and innovation management.
• KMDC Chairman Mr. Eric Chan served as a judge for the MIKE Award, highlighting KMDC’s dedication to recognizing excellence in KM.
• The forum provided a platform for KMDC members and KM professionals to network, share insights, and collaborate on future initiatives.

AKIF 2025 is a testament to the growing importance of knowledge and innovation management in driving organizational success and societal progress. KMDC is honored to play a pivotal role in this event, furthering its mission to advance KM practices and foster innovation in Hong Kong and beyond.

Join Us at AKIF 2025:

We encourage KMDC members and KM professionals to attend AKIF 2025 and participate in this enriching event. For more information and registration details, please visit the official AKIF website here.

We look forward to seeing you at AKIF 2025!

Updated Date:  July 30th, 2024

Event Success Announcement: KMDC and STEM-E Consortium Panel and Dinner Gathering on 29 July 2024

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our panel discussion and dinner gathering held on July 29th, 2024, at the Yau Yat Chuen City Garden Club. The event, themed "From Knowledge Management to Innovation Management and Implications to Future Education", brought together an esteemed panel of speakers, engaged professionals, and dedicated volunteers, creating an unforgettable evening of insightful discussions and networking.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our distinguished speakers:

• Dr. Samson Tam (Angel Investor/Ex Legco member)
• Prof. Joseph Koc (HKUST)
• Dr. Victor Leung (HKU Space/Vice Chair, KMDC)
• Mr. Eric Chan (CPMO of Cyberport/Chair, KMDC)

Your expertise and perspectives were invaluable, providing our attendees with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.

We are grateful to all the KM professionals, KMDC members, STEM-E Consortium members, educational professionals, and school principals who attended the event. Your active participation and engagement were crucial in making this gathering a success. We hope the evening was as enriching and enjoyable for you as it was for us.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the Tung Wah Group for their generous sponsorship of gifts for our guests. Your support added a special touch to the evening, making it even more memorable for all attendees.

Lastly, we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to our volunteers. Your hard work and dedication behind the scenes ensured the event ran smoothly and successfully. Thank you for your invaluable contributions and unwavering support.

We are excited about the future and look forward to organizing more events that foster knowledge sharing and innovation within our community. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements and opportunities to engage with KMDC.

Updated Date: Jul 14th, 2024

Panel Event: From Knowledge Management to Innovation Management and Implications to Future Education

The Knowledge Management Development Centre (KMDC) cordially invites you to an engaging panel discussion, complemented by a dinner, themed "From Knowledge Management to Innovation Management: Implications for Future Education". This event marks another milestone in our tradition of fostering dialogue and collaboration among professionals.

We are delighted to announce that the evening will be a collaborative with the STEM+E Consortium, hosted by our esteemed chairman, Mr. Eric Chan. This gathering is an exclusive opportunity for KMDC members, knowledge management and educational professionals, as well as school principals who are part of the STEM+E Consortium council, to engage in thought-provoking discussions.
 

Event Details:

Topic: From Knowledge Management to Innovation Management and Implications to Future Education

Date: Monday, July 29th, 2024

Venue: 又一村花園俱樂部3樓 Yau Yat Chuen City Garden Club, 香港九龍又一村高槐路七號, 7 Cassia Road, Yau Yat Chuen, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Time: 6:30 p.m. Registration, 7:00 p.m. Seated

Cost: HK$350 per head

Confirmed Speakers and Panelists:

• Dr. Samson Tam (Angel Investor/Ex Legco member)
• Prof. Joseph Koc (HKUST)
• Dr. Victor Leung (HKU Space/Vice Chair, KMDC)
• Mr. Eric Chan (CPMO of Cyberport/Chair, KMDC)

The panel will delve into the evolution from Knowledge Management to Innovation Management and its consequential impact on the educational landscape.

We value your participation, which is pivotal in making this event a memorable convergence of insights and networking. Kindly RSVP by the 22nd of July, 2024, to secure your attendance.

RSVP Protocol:

Reservations: Please send your name, contact details, company name, and mobile number to info@kmdc.org. We will reserve your booking.

Payment Process: Deposit payment to the KMDC bank account (HSBC: 404-161275-001) at your earliest convenience and send us the payment record with your name and company name.

Registration is on a first-come first-served basis due to limited seatings available for this event. The registration will be closed once all seats are filled.

Panelists’ Profiles:

	Dr. Samson Tam Wai-ho JP Dr. Samson Tam is a technology-oriented entrepreneur and the chairman and founder of Group Sense (International) Limited, known for the “Instant-Dict” Chinese-English electronic dictionary. With over 30 years of business management experience, he holds a BSc from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and a PhD from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Dr. Tam served as a Legislative Council member (Information Technology) from 2008 to 2012. He is actively involved in angel investment and startup nurturing, serving as Chairman of the Hong Kong Industry-University-Research Collaboration Association, a Director of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and a partner at INNO Angel Fund, Shenzhen Baytech Capital, and Shenzhen Zebras Technology Startup Acceleration. He is also a member of the Cyberport Investors Network.
	Professor Joseph Koc Professor Joseph Koc joined Jardine OneSolution (JOS) after earning his MBA from Indiana University in 1988. At JOS, he held key roles including Board Member and Group Director Strategic Marketing. Joseph has been active in Hong Kong’s start-up and social enterprise ecosystems, serving on the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Specialist Group of the Hong Kong Computer Society. As an Adjunct Associate Professor at HKUST, he designed courses for Global Business Programs. He founded the STEM+E Consortium aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in education, collaborating with top secondary schools and universities in Hong Kong.
	Dr. Victor Leung Dr. Victor Leung has been working in railway companies for more than 35 years. He is one of the founders and currently the Vice-Chairman of the Hong Kong Knowledge Management Development Centre and also a Fellow and Director of the HK Quality Management Association. His teaching experience includes acting as the Adjunct Lecturer of the Charles Sturt University of Australia and HKU SPACE in Hong Kong. He is also a part-time lecturer of HKU MLIM program.
	Ir. Eric Chan Mr. Eric Chan is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology of the UK. He is currently the Chief Public Mission Officer of Hong Kong Cyberport, responsible for building the ecosystem to nurture I&T start-ups and young entrepreneurs for Hong Kong. Mr. Chan is a veteran in the ICT industry and has held senior management positions at MNCs prior to joining Cyberport. Mr. Chan is active in public services, especially in the education industry, training professional bodies, and charitable organisations. He is currently the Chairman of the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework ICT Industry Training Advisory Committee, Member of the Advisory Committee on Gifted Education of the Education Bureau of the HKSAR Government, Chairman of Knowledge Management Development Centre in Hong Kong, member of university advisory committees, and IMC member of secondary schools.

For further details, please phone +852 8101 5632 or email us at info@kmdc.org. We looking forward to meeting you in the event.

Updated Date: Apr 18th, 2024

KMDC supporting Most Innovative Knowledge Enterprise (MIKE) Award

As a supporting organization for many years, KMDC continues to play our active role in promoting Knowledge Management and its applications.
The annual Most Innovative Knowledge Enterpise (MIKE) Award, which is a continuation from the Global MAKE Award jointly organized by ARUP and PolyU has announced earlier its award winners for 2023. KMDC Chairman, Eric Chan has been serving as one of the Panel Judges for the award for many years and was pleased to see increasing participation in the award in recent year.

A few government departments are included in the winner list indicating Hong Kong SAR government are very supportive in KM. Furthermore, we see various sectors including property developers, NGO's, public services companies are leveraging KM as an important tool to create value for their stakeholders.

Photos taken during the MIKE award ceremony:

Updated Date: Dec 22nd, 2022

KMDC Conferenec Dinner 2022 : Knowledge Monetization - from University Researches to Commercials

On November 2022, KMDC (Knowledge Management Development Center) organized a face to face gathering during a time when there was still a Covid restriction. However, we had major success with over 20 people gathered that night. We were delighted to have Mr. Paul Wang, Deputy Director – Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, as our guest speaker. He shared his experiences with real-life examples in various aspects of today’s approach on the monetization of university researches.

The event also offered a rare chance for the attendees to reconnect with their peers and network with new contacts in person after a prolonged period of social distancing due to the pandemic. Many members expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to exchange ideas and share experiences face to face, which they said was more engaging and satisfying than online meetings. Some members also said they felt more motivated and energized after the event, as they gained new insights and perspectives from the speaker and other participants.

• "It was a very informative and inspiring talk by Paul. He gave us a lot of insights into how universities can collaborate with industries and society to create value from their research outputs."
• "I really enjoyed the dinner event. It was great to see some familiar faces and make new connections. The venue was nice and the food was delicious."
• "Thank you KMDC for organizing this event. It was a rare opportunity to learn from an expert in knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship. I hope there will be more events like this in the future."

Here are some photos from the event:

Updated Date: Jul 1st, 2021

Webinar: The Critical Success Factors In The Smart City Era

Thank you for our KMDC Exco Member, Dr Carlos Tam, who would like to share with us his doctoral research on Smart City on 29 July 2021.

Dr Tam is experienced in leading Innovation & Technology I&T initiatives e.g. Smart City, Digital Innovation & Transformation on 5G, AI, VA, Big Data and managing many signature projects originated across different industries in Hong Kong and Macau, including banking and finance, hospitality, gaming, utilities, education and government sectors.

According to International Telecommunication Union provided that "A smart sustainable city is an innovative city that uses information and communication technologies and other means to improve quality of life, the efficiency of urban operation and services, and competitiveness, while ensuring that it meets the needs of present and future generations with respect to economic, social and environmental aspects." (ITU-T, 2015a p. 1).

Dr Tam will share with us the vision of smart city which is to make people happier, healthier, smarter and more prosperous, it is necessary to re-structure, re-configure and re-establish the status quo into more modern cities, not to say smart cities, to cope with existing and future challenges. In Hong Kong, there are around 1,500 technology startups and practitioners situated and operated in Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, which are engaging in smart services businesses. It is an urgent issue to examine the core elements that allow smart services providers to sustain and/or grow their business in response to the increasing and vast demand for smart products, services and solutions in the smart city era whereby one of the possible answers could be the development and identification of the critical success factors, which drive and motivate smart services providers to move and go faster, higher and farther aiming at attaining and achieving their business objectives on one hand and maintain their corporate sustainability and growth on the other.

About the Speaker:

Dr. Carlos Tam Assistant Vice President | Digital Business Development Director Emerging Technologies, Commercial Group, HKT Ltd. Dr Tam has more than 30 years of solid experience in Information and Communication Technology ICT and possesses diversified technical and management skills in various functions including engineering, technical support, consulting services, and Business Development. He is President of Rotary Club of Hong Kong North Point; the member of the Hong Kong Computer Society MHKCS, Member of Institute of Engineering and Technology MIET and Registered Six Sigma Champion, also Executive Committee member in Knowledge Management Development Center; the Director of Careers & Intellectual Development for the HK PolyU MBA Alumni Association Ltd and Social Angel 2008 in The HK Council of Social Service.

Details of the event:

Registration is on a first-come first-served basis due to limited connections available for this event. Please make your reservation by filling up the online REGISTRATION FORM, we will reserve your booking and we will confirm your registration by email. The registration will be closed once the seats are filled.

For further details, please phone +852 8101 5632 or email us at info@kmdc.org. We looking forward to meet you in the event.

Updated Date: May 3, 2021

(Update) Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum 亞洲知識及創新論壇

Arup and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University organized the annual Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum on 26 Mar 2021. This year the theme was on managing knowledge and driving innovation in the new normal amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our Chairman Ir. Eric Chan delivered a keynote speech on "The Hong Kong innovation & start-up ecosystem and how start-up adapt to the pandemic to thrive in the new normal". In his keynote, Eric shared insights on HK start-up ecosystem and the benefit of clustering effect. The Community of Practice help the development of clusters through knowledge sharing, project collaboration as well as solution integration to create more meaningful solutions to solve industry pain points.

Updated Date: March 11th, 2021

Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum 亞洲知識及創新論壇 (26 Mar 2021)

Arup and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Knowledge Management and Innovation Research Centre (KMIRC) will be organizing the annual Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) on 26 Mar 2021.

This year the theme focuses on managing knowledge and driving innovation in the new normal amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our Chairman Ir. Eric Chan, in his role of Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, will deliver a keynote speech on "The Hong Kong innovation & start-up ecosystem and how start-up adapt to the pandemic to thrive in the new normal".

Details of the forum and registration link can be found here https://www.arup.com.hk/greetings/2021/2021-03-26-AKIF/eDM.html.

Updated Date: August 2nd, 2020

Knowledge of Design Week (KODW) 2020: Designing Digital Futures for the New Normal (26-29 Aug 2020)

KMDC is supporting organization to KODW 2020
 

Covid-19 forces businesses and societies to Reset, Rethink and Re-invent. Good Design must be focused on human and user needs and what really matters. As we re-strategise in the new normal, Design Thinking matters more than ever.

Knowledge of Design Week (KODW) gathers over 40 forward-thinking leaders and innovators to share insights and inspirations on how best to prepare for the new normal. In the digital era, creation of new possibilities needs new visions, a creative mindset and new knowledge for impactful and meaningful outcomes.

Learning across disciplines is vital. Be part of the KODW community and join the programme with over 15 virtual thematic sessions and interactive workshop.

Registration Now: https://www.kodw.org/en/.

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今年的設計智識周邀請了逾40位高瞻遠矚的領袖及創新者，為大家分享具啟發性的見解，探討如何為新常態做好準備。在數碼時代，我們需要具備新視野、創意思維及新知識，以開拓新機遇，締造最具效益和有意義的成果。

設計智識周將帶來超過15個網上主題環節和互動工作坊。馬上登記參加，進行跨界別學習！

Updated Date: Jul 8th, 2020

Webinar: To Share or Not To Share - Sharing with information security

To follow up with our successful webinar held last month, KMDC is delighted to announce another KM Sharing Webinar to be held on Wednesday, 29th July 2020.

We are honored to have 2 renowned KM experts, Dr. Philip Fung and Dr. Trevor Lui to conduct a workshop style webinar on the aforementioned subject. Both Dr. Fung and Dr. Lui are founding members of KMDC and had served as EXCO for KMDC.

Companies want employees to share what they know for greater creativity, higher innovation, and better performance. People may ask the question Why do I need to share? What is in it for me? Pressuring people to share knowledge rather than making them see the value of sharing is not the solution. Besides, there are situations where there may be associated risks in sharing critical knowledge. Information sharing effectively and maintaining data IP protection have always been a dilemma for many companies. How does company strike a balance between these two seemingly opposing goals?

With this webinar, we will learn the key requirements of ISO 30401:2018 Knowledge management systems - Requirements, and ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security management; how the two standards can be adopted to build knowledge sharing systems and culture with consideration of information protection requirements.

Dr. Lui will lay out the rationale behind the development of ISO30401 and how one could use the implementation of the standard as a roadmap to launch their KM journey.

Dr. Fung will follow up by highlighting the importance aspects of ISO27001. Traditional 3rd party certification approach in achieving standard recognition, similar to ISO9001, may not have the motivation to adopt other management standards. Dr. Fung will show how one can leverage the standard as an alternative approach to develop their organizational learning and adoption of best practices. Companies can choose the best mix to achieve their business goals.

Before the Q&A session, Dr. Fung and Dr. Lui will discuss how to achieve the culture of sharing without compromising information security, discuss other available approaches and to answer questions from the participants.
 

About the Speaker:

Dr. Philip Fung is a specialist in knowledge management and has advised public and private companies to set up knowledge management system and build up knowledge sharing culture. He is also a management consultant, executive coach and trainer. In the last 15 years, Dr. Fung focused his effort on leadership development and organizational development for NGOs. He also taught strategic planning and retail management at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and City University of Hong Kong.

Dr. Trevor Lui is the managing director of Knowledge Associates Hong Kong and the founder of Wise Smart Consultants Ltd., a strategic process analyst, innovation & technology, and knowledge management (KM) consultant based in Hong Kong; specializing in knowledge and strategic management, project and change management, process innovation and IT management. His has been a strategic advisor / KM consultant for the World Bank, International Atomic Energy Agency, UN agencies and a few local companies. He is also teaching the knowledge management course of the Master degree programs for the Faculty of Education and Faculty of Business and Economic at the University of Hong Kong.

Details of the event:

Registration is on a first-come first-served basis due to limited connections available for this event. Please make your reservation by filling up the online REGISTRATION FORM, we will reserve your booking and confirm your registration by email. The registration will be closed once the seats are filled.

For further details, please phone +852 8101 5632 or email us at info@kmdc.org. We looking forward to meet you in the event.

Updated Date: Jun 14th, 2020

Webinar: How Artificial Intelligence is transforming education and corporate training

We, in Hong Kong, suffer the outbreak of COVID-19 and KMDC has stopped to organize face-to-face events during the past few months. As the software for online meeting becomes popular and easy to use, we would like to organize a webinar to meet our members and to share the up-dated knowledge from our key-note speaker.

We are pleased to announce the Webinar will be held on 24th June 2020 (Wednesday). Ms Viola Lam, CEO and Founder of Find Solution Ai Limited, will be our Key-Note speaker sharing with us the Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and learning. Her topic is: “How Artificial Intelligence is transforming education and corporate training”.

We all know that AI is coming and will continue to surprise, delight and scare us. Viola will share with us that AI is not just a buzzword but a trend for the future. How AI is transforming in different industries? AI will integrate into our daily lives, especially, in our education and learning activities. In this discussion, Viola will share with us the latest trend of AI in education and corporate training. How can executive in business and education/training front-run in this trend? How we can discover new knowledge and develop our talents with AI?

About the Speaker:

Ms. Viola Lam, the CEO and Founder of Find Solution Ai Limited (FSAI) who won the Entrepreneur Year 2015 of the Youth Business International. This is one of the world's most honorific award for young successful entrepreneurs who make positive contributions to both society and people in over 68 countries. In the past 12 years, Viola is fully understanding the importance of pedagogical approaches to the next generation and is determined to enhance the learning condition and performance of learners with the use of technology. FSAI was established in 2016 and developed an Ai-Driven Motivation Model – 4LittleTrees (4LTs) with over 30 patents, which is able to analyze the emotions and cognitive level of students during studies. 4LTs is also applicable to various industries, including corporate training, e-commerce and healthcare. FSAI has rewarded over 22 significant local and international awards these years, including Gold Award of Smart Living in ICT Award 2018, APICTA Education Award 2019, platinum award of IFTA FinTech Achievement Award 2018, Outstanding Customer Experience Artificial Intelligence (Ai) and Analytics Solution of etnet FinTech Awards 2018, The Best Potential Ai Facial Recognition Education Application Development Award of Xinhuanet and being the winner of Cyberport Incubator Pitch Day and Caring Company 2018-19.

Details of the event:

Registration is on a first-come first-served basis due to limited connections available for this event. Please make your reservation by filling up the online REGISTRATION FORM, we will reserve your booking and we will confirm your registration by email. The registration will be closed once the seats are filled.

For further details, please phone +852 8101 5632 or email us at info@kmdc.org. We looking forward to meet you in the event.

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