08:30 - 09:00
Arrival, registration & breakfast networking
09:00 - 09:15
Introduction from The Network Group & chairperson
A brief introduction to the event software, SNS – this software, unique to the industry, empowers our attendees to make the most effective use of their time at the event by maximising networking opportunities. The software designs a personalised agenda & enables attendees to arrange one-to-one meetings with each other. This will be followed by a welcome from the chairperson.
Johan Huijgen, Global IT Director, VEON
09:15 - 09:45
Aligning Product Development Strategies with Business Goals to Improve Company Growth
- Collaborating with other departments to create common product development strategies that meet the needs of all teams
- Guidance on setting team goals for incorporating product development policies into working processes
- Working with all staff to understand their role in upholding product development policies
Edward Arunraj, Director – Agile Product Development Capability Lead, Philips
09:45 - 10:15
Embedding Organisation-wide Digital Transformation Strategies to Increase Operational Efficiency
- Engaging with senior leaders to secure buy-in for digital transformation strategies
- Tips & advice on prioritising digital transformation projects within available resources
- Utilising digital transformation achievements as a competitive advantage to attract new customers
Carlos Sandoval, Global Chief Technology Officer, Heineken
10:15 - 10:45
Designing IT Strategies to Ensure Compliance with National Regulations
- Regular reviews of information management processes and systems to ensure compliance
- Tools & resources for increasing efficiency in IT storage systems
- Key advice to support staff appropriately raise concerns about non-compliant IT processes
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 1
Hosted by Nexthink
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 2
Hosted by TeamViewer
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 3
11:00-13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Cyber/information security
- Business intelligence/data analytics
- Customer Experience
- IoT
- DevOps
- Generative AI
- Cloud platforms
- Digital Transformation Strategy
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning
- Legacy and Application modernization
- Infrastructure and Data Centre
- Talent upskilling and reskilling
- Digital Workplace
- Workflow Automation
- Integration technologies/application programming interfaces
- Total experience solutions
- Intelligent Automation
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Operational Efficiency
14:00 - 14:35
Strengthening IT Infrastructure as Part of Organisational Restructuring Strategies
- Implementing new software to improve efficiency in accessing company systems
- Key tips on widening IT storage facilities to develop data-informed working processes
- Resources for training staff to make the best use of IT infrastructure as part of day-to-day activities
Michael Payne, Director of Information Security, Landal
Stream 2 - Digital Transformation
14:00 - 14:35
Implementing Value Driven Agile Frameworks to Enhance Customer Journeys
- Guidance on evaluating end-to-end customer journeys
- Working with employees to integrate value driven agile frameworks into working processes
- Utilising customer experiences to inform and expand capabilities of agile frameworks
Mike Rawson, CIO, CitizenM
Stream 1 - Operational Efficiency
14:35 - 15:10
Crafting a Robust Cloud Strategy in Order to Enhance Agility, Scalability and Cost-Efficiency
- An overview of cloud deployment models
- Aligning strategy with your digital transformation goals
- Integrating security and compliance into your strategy
Ivan Branco, Head of Information Management, BI & Analytics, Volvo Trucks
Stream 2 - Digital Transformation
14:35 - 15:10
Utilising Data Democratisation Policies to Support Innovation in Teams
- Evaluating working processes to identify opportunities to incorporate data platforms
- Streamlining working systems to widen staff access to data
- Key tips on allocating newly freed up resources to incorporate AI into teams
Noud Donders, Director, Technology Strategy, Maersk
15:10 - 15:25
Coffee break & networking
15:25 - 15:50
Workshop 4
15:50 - 16:15
Networking
16:15 - 16:40
Workshop 5
16:40 - 17:05
Networking
15:25 – 17:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Cyber/information security
- Business intelligence/data analytics
- Customer Experience
- IoT
- DevOps
- Generative AI
- Cloud platforms
- Digital Transformation Strategy
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning
- Legacy and Application modernization
- Infrastructure and Data Centre
- Talent upskilling and reskilling
- Digital Workplace
- Workflow Automation
- Integration technologies/application programming interfaces
- Total experience solutions
- Intelligent Automation
17:05 - 17:55
Panel Discussion: Embedding Information Security Strategies to Build Cyber Resilience & Protect Company Assets
- Regular reviews of information security measures to identify and address gaps in cyber defences
- Engaging with all staff to recognise and appropriately report potential cyber threats
- Creating and testing emergency response plans to control the damage of cyber attacks on company assets
Johan Huijgen, Global IT Director, VEON (moderator)
Richard Vervest, Global Head of IT Infrastructure, Ravago
19:00
Networking Dinner
08:30 - 09:00
Morning registration & breakfast
09:00 - 10:10
Roundtable discussions
Join group discussions with your peers on some of the most challenging & significant topics of today —please confirm attendance prior to the session beginning. Each host will facilitate the discussion & give a short roundup of key findings during the wrap up session.
Roundtable 1: Supply Chain Management
Ali Khawaja, Chief Digital Officer, Albatha Group
Roundtable 2: Operational Efficiency
Giampaolo Lupi, Group Head Strategy & Architecture, SHV Holdings
Roundtable 3: Aligning Business & IT
Roundtable 4: Generative AI
Izabela Simiciuc, Head of Product Technology & President, Women in Tech Europe, CH Robinson
Roundtable 5: Talent Development
Paul van Renselaar, Head of IT Engineering, NN Group
Roundtable 6: Cloud Strategies
Nilamadhab Mishra, Head of Cloud Architecture, ABN AMRO Bank
10:10 - 10:45
Roundtable wrap-up
Each host provides a short overview of key findings from their discussion to the room. This is an opportunity for everyone to take notes from each roundtable summary.
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 6
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 7
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 8
11:00-13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Cyber/information security
- Business intelligence/data analytics
- Customer Experience
- IoT
- DevOps
- Generative AI
- Cloud platforms
- Digital Transformation Strategy
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning
- Legacy and Application modernization
- Infrastructure and Data Centre
- Talent upskilling and reskilling
- Digital Workplace
- Workflow Automation
- Integration technologies/application programming interfaces
- Total experience solutions
- Intelligent Automation
13:05-14:00
Networking lunch
Stream 1 - IT Software
14:00 - 14:35
Harmonising & Simplifying the Digital Core
- Establishing core platforms to integrate organisation-wide IT systems
- Developing business cases for developing new platforms
- Securing buy-in from senior leaders to invest in additional resources
Bert Schoofs, Global Head of IT Applications, Etex
Stream 2 - IT Workforces
14:00 - 14:35
Implementing Goal-Setting Models to Increase Staff Engagement & Development
- Collaborating with employees to set out professional goals and plans for achieving them
- Establishing skills development schemes to support internal progression opportunities for all staff
- Adapting hybrid working structures to suit individual staff circumstances and increase team performance
Ahmed Shafik, Head of IT Group Service, NN Group
Stream 1 - IT Software
14:35 - 15:10
Integrating New Software Systems to Increase Efficiency in Business Operations
- Harnessing the power of data and analytics in software transition processes
- Modernising your organisation’s technology stack including legacy system upgrades and integration of new technologies
- Ensuring new IT initiatives contribute towards business objectives as part of digital transformation strategies
Samir Barucija, Head of Cloud Center of Excellence, Signify
Stream 2 - IT Workforces
14:35 - 15:10
From Miles to Milestones: Endurance Strategies for IT Leadership
- The Power of Resilience: Overcoming the Toughest Climbs
- Milestones, Not Just the Finish Line: Measuring Success Along the Way
- Building a High-Performance Team: The Peloton Effect
Kemal Arslan, Global IT Audit Director, Arcadis
15:10 - 15:55
Panel Discussion: Incorporating Recruitment Initiatives to Improve IT Team Performance
- Tailoring job specifications to address skills gaps in team capabilities
- Developing entry points at different levels of seniority to attract more applicants for roles in IT teams
- Key tips on establishing diverse interview panels to tackle unconscious bias in recruitment processes
Johan Huijgen, Global IT Director, VEON (moderator)
Kay Jaiswal, Global Head of Data Management & Analytics, ING
Ozana Popescu, Senior Digital Leader, Maxeda DIY Group
15:55 - 16:00
Closing remarks from the Chairperson