AI on the Workfloor
Hands-on Workshop
Context
Voka approached us with a bold ambition: help teams from across different organisations unlock the power of AI in their everyday work.
We created AI on the Workfloor, a fast-paced, gamified simulation set inside a fictional candy factory. With just “48 hours” on the clock, participants were challenged to lead the business through a new AI-powered era — using real tools to complete real tasks and unlock smarter ways of working.
Objectives
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Build Practical AI Capability: Equip participants with expert prompting strategies, hacks, and best practices for immediate use.
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Broaden Functional Awareness: Introduce participants to the full range of AI capabilities — from content creation to data analysis — through hands-on tasks.
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Develop Strategic AI Thinking: Help participants identify where AI can add the most value in their specific role using a personalised framework.
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Support All Skill Levels: Design challenges that ensure meaningful learning and engagement for both beginners and experienced users.
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Encourage Confident Adoption: Create space for hands-on practice, real-time iteration, and sustainable AI habits that stick.
Format
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In-person, gamified simulation
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3-hour training experience
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Participants from 6-7 different organisations
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Hands-on tasks paired with live demos
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Featured tools included ChatGPT, Gemini, Firefly, Canva, Lovable, Gamma, NotebookLM, and more
Activity description
Stepping into
the Factory
Participants arrived to find themselves cast as the new leadership team of a fictional candy factory. With only “48 hours” to prove they could lead the business into an AI-powered future, teams from across 6-7 different organisations were tasked with tackling real workplace challenges using AI tools.
The immersive narrative gave the session momentum and purpose, turning the training into a shared story that connected participants from diverse sectors and backgrounds.
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Real Tasks, Real Tools
Each team worked through a series of challenges grounded in the realities of everyday work. Every task demonstrated a specific functional use of AI.
Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Firefly, Canva, and Lovable were introduced through practical use — not theory — so participants could test, compare, and refine their approaches in real time. Live demos and tailored handouts supported deeper understanding and stronger outcomes.
A Personal Value Framework
To move beyond one-off experimentation, participants built a personalised Value Framework—a tool that helped them pinpoint exactly where AI could save time, reduce effort, and increase impact in their own roles.
This framework shifted the conversation from “how do I use this tool?” to “where does AI fit in my workflow?” Whether they were new to AI or experienced users, everyone walked away with a clear, role-specific strategy for turning AI into a lasting advantage at work.
