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The Workplace Performance Gap

A Roundtable Discussion with Workplace Leaders

Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 | Meta, London

Join us at a roundtable discussion as we discuss how to build an effective, modern workplace. Hosted on 20th October at Meta in London, SPS is joined by WORKTECH Academy to start a conversation about the factors that influence workplace performance and the impact of technology, supported by statistics from our recent State of the Workplace survey.

As an attendee, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a direct conversation with workplace sector peers and experts, offering the chance to gain an insight into their thinking and approach.

AGENDA

  • 10:30-11:00: Arrival and networking
  • 11:00-12:30: Moderated discussion

PLACES ARE LIMITED, SO FILL OUT OUR CONTACT FORM TODAY TO SECURE YOUR PLACE.

 

Discussion Topics

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Insights from the 2026 State of the Workplace Survey

What do employees in the legal sector think of their workplace?​
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The importance of employee engagement

What impact does engagement have retention and performance?
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Barriers to performance

How does workplace friction cause frustration?
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Understanding Performance

Do our current KPIs measure what actually matters?
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AI in the workplace

How can AI shape AI to enhance decision-making, creativity, and productivity?

Why Attend?

Valuable Benchmarking

Learn how similar businesses are tackling the same workplace challenges you’re facing. Identify where you’re ahead, behind, and what to change first.

Confidential, Candid Discussion

The roundtable will be held under Chatham House Rules, so senior leaders can share what didn’t work as well as what did – giving you shortcuts and pitfalls to avoid.

Industry Insight

Our State of the Workplace survey and WORKTECH Academy research will highlight industry trends that impact your employees and work environment.

Expand Your Network

Build relationships with peers facing the same challenges, and keep the conversation going after the event.

HOST & FACILITATOR

Claire Ward

Chief Innovation Officer, SPS

Claire joined SPS UKI as Head of Solution Design in 2021, now leading several functions including marketing, bid management and solution design. Before joining the UKI leadership team at SPS, Claire held several senior positions in start-ups, scale-ups, and large PLCs, including technology businesses, healthcare service providers, and international publishing. She specialises in creating value through transformational change and innovation, and she is passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace – including sponsoring the SPS Women’s network.

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Kasia Maynard

Head of Research and Editorial at Worktech Academy

Kasia leads global research on the future of work, workplace strategy, and emerging technologies. With a background in journalism and urban design, she brings a cross-disciplinary lens to workplace innovation. Kasia is also a Research Lead at Women in Innovation and was named in the Workplace Leaders Top 50 for 2024.

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