Changwon Special City to Implement 'Paperless Meetings' Starting from April Executive Meetings

Starting with the first executive meeting in April, Changwon Special City in Gyeongnam has pilot-introduced a 'paperless meeting' system.

This initiative was implemented with the aim of improving inefficient meeting practices such as preparing supplementary materials and saving the time and resources spent on printing materials, thereby creating an efficient work environment.

On the 7th, executives who used to attend meetings with printed handouts prepared weekly brought meeting materials in advance on electronic devices such as laptops and tablet PCs. They showed high concentration by moving away from simply reading reports to familiarizing themselves with the content beforehand and presenting it.

Starting with the first executive meeting in April in Changwon Special City, Gyeongnam, a pilot program for 'paperless meetings' was introduced.

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The city expects that 'paperless meetings' will bring positive effects in various areas beyond simple meetings, including reducing carbon emissions, saving budgets, enhancing security, and improving work efficiency. The plan is to supplement any issues arising during the implementation of 'paperless meetings' and to advance the operation method, eventually expanding it to various tea-time meetings, reporting sessions, and the overall work environment.

Hong Nampyo, Mayor of Changwon Special City, said, “Once paperless meetings are established, administrative efforts required for printing and distributing meeting materials can be reduced, increasing work efficiency and even achieving budget savings. We will do our best to create an organizational atmosphere where employees can work efficiently.”

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