The Future of Work is Both AI & Human Fit: Designing New Workplaces That Align with Human Psychology

As AI, hybrid models, and new management systems redefine the world of work, organisations face a pivotal challenge: How do we ensure that work truly fits the people doing it? This keynote explores how aligning work design with human psychology – cognition, emotion, motivation – can unlock engagement, performance, and wellbeing. When organisations design for human fit, they build not just better systems, but more resilient, fulfilled workforces.

Key Takeaways:

• Psychological “fit” as a foundation for future-ready work
• Designing AI-enabled roles that elevate human strengths
• Supporting autonomy, connection, and well-being in hybrid models
• Moving beyond ratings: performance systems built around growth
• Understanding and reducing friction between people and process
• Why designing for human needs prevents resistance and failure
• A new blueprint for building workplaces that work for people