2023 Conference Participants

As ScanAgile23 approaches, here’s what you need to know

Where and when is it scheduled?

The two-day conference will take place on March 28 and 29, 2023 from 8:00 am.

Conference participants will gather in Siltasaari’s historic Helsinki Congress Paasitorni, close to Helsinki’s centre.

The stunning waterside Art Nouveau building once served as The Helsinki Worker’s House.

In what spaces will ScanAgile23 be held?

There are six forest animals in the ScanAgile23 brand visuals: fox, squirrel, bear, moose, rabbit, and raccoon. It may have surprised you to learn that the Program 2023 includes the following names:

Helsinki, Finland: How do I get there?

A sea separates Finland from most of Europe, making it somewhat like a “big island”. However, there are a few ways to get to Helsinki, Finland:

• You can take public transportation (buses, trains) within the country. Trips cost about tens of euros.

• Using a ferry (about 2 hours from Estonia) can be convenient if you come from Estonia or Sweden.

• From Germany, Finnlines offers ferries to Helsinki (about 29 hours). Particularly from Berlin to Helsinki, you can find affordable flights.

• From any other location, a detour (from any of the above locations) or a direct flight is available (usually). Because Helsinki is Finland’s capital and the best-connected part, it is easy to reach by plane.

Accommodation: Where can I stay?

• A night at the Scandic Paasi or Scandic Hakaniemi costs about 160 euros.

• A night at Hotel F6 costs approximately 160 euros.

• Hotel Arthur is around 80 euros per night

• Hotel Omena – Around 60-80 euros per night

• And plenty of more options

Paasitorni: How do I get to the venue?

You can take a direct train to Helsinki center from the airport. Public transportation in the area is operated by HSL. It is also possible to ride a city bike. From the city center, take the metro or tram to Hakaniemi.

Getting to the center from the airport is easy with trains, Finnair buses, or taxis. There might be fake taxis nowadays, so always use reliable taxi services like TaksiHelsinki and Lahitaksi. Uber and Bolt are also operating in Helsinki. Keep in mind that Helsinki taxis are very expensive.

All meals included: Do you have any dietary restrictions?

During long breaks, coffee and snacks will be available. At lunchtime, we use Restaurant Paasi. Buffet-style food awaits you, and we’ll take care of your special dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, glucose-free, etc.). The price of the conference ticket includes all meals.

What should you take with you?

So bring your best-self, because this is the perfect venue for connecting, exchanging ideas, learning and laughing together. Attending workshops might require a laptop, especially if you participate.

Where can I find the conference program?

Schedules can be found here. 

Workshop preparation: how should I prepare?

Choose a workshop from the program and find its room. Signup sheets will be hung near the entrance, where you can add your name if capacity allows. It is important to note that each workshop has a different capacity. In case someone drops out last-minute, you can still add your name to the waitlist if the spots are full. 

There are a limited number of seats for each workshop, so please choose accordingly. Moreover, we encourage you not to sign up for more than one or two workshops at a time, especially not two simultaneously, so everyone has an equal opportunity to attend. 

Conference Party

The conference party will take place at Restaurant Paasi located on the 2nd floor from 17:30 until 22:00. Be ready to have fun and connect with other agilists. There will be welcome greeting and drink, dj Hirzu playing your favorite songs and stand-up comedian.

Most importantly, when and how can I register?

Click here to register now. All conference days are available for registration. You will find the Info Desk near the venue entrance; however, all purchases must be made by clicking through the registration link.

To check-in to the event, make sure you have either the receipt or some kind of ID (for example if your ticket was invoiced) and you will get the event badge.

Finland: what do I need to know?

• In addition to Finnish and Swedish, we also speak English. We’ve put together a short guide to Finnish in case you want to surprise the local.

• Euros are our currency.
• We use 230 Volts (50 Hz) as our standard voltage in our electricity network. (Schuko) style sockets (symmetrical and shaped like pig snouts). It accepts plug types C and E as well.
• Generally, Finland is regarded as a safe country. Through the grill queue, don’t try to sneak past people, since it’s a common way to get into trouble 🙂
• Around 5.5 million people live in Finland. The population of Finland (roughly the size of Germany) equals about 1.5 times the size of Berlin spread across the whole country.
• When visiting a Finnish household, keep your shoes off in the anteroom. Apart from public spaces, we prefer not to wear shoes inside.
• More question? Visit FAQ. Having trouble finding the answer to your question? Please send us an email at scan@agile.fi