Computer vision
Visual inspection, recognition, monitoring and automated analysis of images and video.
International business mission
Business in the age of AIAdvanced technologies of China
See how Chinese companies turn artificial intelligence into practical tools for operations, customer service, analytics and decision-making.
October 11–17, 2026Shanghai · Shenzhen · Hong KongApplied AI
Technology focus
AI areas in the programme
The mission focuses on technologies that can be assessed through real business use cases — not AI as an abstract trend.
Natural language processing
Business assistants, document processing, search, translation and customer communications.
Forecasting and analytics
Demand forecasting, data-driven planning, anomaly detection and operational intelligence.
Decision support
AI systems that help teams compare options, identify risks and act on complex data.
Business mission goals
What you will investigate in China
Use the trip to compare solutions, understand implementation economics and identify approaches relevant to your own company.
Corporate AI implementation
Learn how companies introduce AI into existing processes and organise adoption internally.
Return on investment
Analyse where AI creates measurable value and which costs determine the real business case.
Digital transformation tools
Collect practical approaches that can be tested or adapted after the mission.
Marketing and customer service
Explore AI solutions for communication, personalisation, sales and service operations.
Modern AI stack
Computer vision, NLP, speech synthesis, data analytics and connected enterprise systems.
Chinese generative AI
Study Chinese alternatives to ChatGPT and their integration into business workflows.
Route and business ecosystem
Three technology centres. One concentrated week.
The programme combines corporate practice in Shanghai, the technology ecosystem of Shenzhen and the international business gateway of Hong Kong.
October 11–17, 2026
ShanghaiBusiness, innovation and corporate AI practice
ShenzhenTechnology companies and applied AI ecosystem
Hong KongInternational business, investment and market access
Hong Kong focus
A regional gateway for business and technology
Hong Kong adds an international perspective to the mission: access to regional headquarters, investment expertise, cross-border partnerships and the wider Asia-Pacific market.
International partnershipsInvestment ecosystemMarket accessCross-border innovation
Practical outcome
Return with a clearer AI agenda
The value of the trip is not simply seeing new technology, but understanding what deserves a closer look in your own organisation.
Priority use cases
Identify business processes where AI may deliver meaningful operational or commercial value.
Solution landscape
Compare Chinese platforms, providers and approaches across several applied AI categories.
Implementation questions
Clarify data, integration, skills, governance and change-management requirements.
ROI framework
Assess expected benefits against implementation, adaptation and operating costs.
Potential partners
Build a shortlist of companies and contacts for follow-up after the mission.
Next-step plan
Translate observations into pilots, vendor discussions or a deeper internal assessment.
Participation cost
Participation fee
International airfare is not included.
€2,900
Participation in the complete business mission programme.
Included
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels with breakfast
- Four lunches and two dinners
- Transfers for company visits
- Intercity travel specified in the final programme
- Business programme in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong
Not included
- International airfare to and from China
- Transfers to and from arrival and departure airports
- Meals not listed in the programme and alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities during free time
FAQ
Before you register
Key information about participation, the audience and travel arrangements.
Who is this business mission for?
Executives, business owners, digital transformation leaders, innovation teams, IT and data leaders, operations specialists, marketing and customer-service managers, and professionals evaluating AI solutions for their organisations. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
How many participants will join?
Places are limited. Contact the Trend & Training team early if you are planning to send several participants or have specific participation requirements.
Is the itinerary final?
The detailed sequence of meetings and visits will be confirmed by the organiser. Registered participants will receive the current travel and programme information before departure.
When should I buy flights?
Please wait for travel instructions from the tour leader before purchasing international tickets.
Can you organise an individual programme?
Yes. Trend & Training can prepare an individual business trip around your company’s interests. Select the individual programme option in the registration form or email contact@fr-conferences.com.
Registration
Join the business mission
Send your details and the organiser will contact you to confirm availability, payment and travel arrangements.
October 11–17, 2026
Shanghai · Shenzhen · Hong Kong