On July 25, 2024, the APEC Center for Technology Foresight (CTF) organized a workshop at Kasetsart University, Bangkhen Campus, specifically targeting the Faculty of Engineering. The workshop, titled “Developing Strategic Recommendations for the Next 10 Years,” aimed to set a clear vision and introduce methods for developing programs and projects for the next decade.

The event brought together stakeholders from the engineering faculty at KU Bangkhen.

Led by Dr. Sujin Poonboon – Policy Developer – APEC CTF, the project manager of this initiative introduced tools to prioritize projects within the portfolio, ensuring practical application and alignment with the overall goals set during the workshop. These tools were demonstrated through pilot projects, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of aligning projects with strategic goals and drivers to achieve high-value prioritization.

The workshop concluded successfully, building on the initial ten-year planning and offering insights on how to put these plans into practice for the future development of the Faculty of Engineering at KU Bangkhen.

Dr. Surachai Sathitkunarat, Executive Director of APEC CTF and Senior Strategist of NXPO emphasized the importance of foresight tools in strategic planning, particularly in today’s dynamic environment characterized by evolving trends and drivers. He expressed hope that the workshop would assist KU in maintaining its momentum toward future growth.