Arrival, registration & breakfast networking
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.
Leveraging your Data as CDO to Improve your Competitive Advantage
- What is the role of the modern CDO?
- Leveraging your data to get ahead and stay ahead
- What are the top challenges the CDO will face in 2024, and how can they best be overcome?
Case Study: Unlocking Business Potential—The Data & AI Transformation Journey at Telenet
At Telenet, Data & AI serve as the driving force, igniting significant improvements in our business. Through our experience, we’ve identified three pivotal steps for success. But we’re not just stopping at success; we’re striving for continuous value creation and maximum adoption. That’s why we’re implementing a systematic approach called “Data Product Management”, elevating our efforts to the highest level where it truly counts
Kim Smets, VP Data & AI, Telenet
Panel: Navigating the Data Landscape in 2024: Insights from Chief Data Officers
- What are the primary responsibilities and challenges faced in the current data landscape?
- How are CDOs leveraging emerging technologies to derive insights from data?
- What strategies are effective in ensuring data compliance within organisations?
Coffee break & networking
Workshop 1
What is the Best Data Mesh Setup?
Workshop 3
Minimising the Barrier of Entry for New Technology without Compromising Data Privacy
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- AI/Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Integration
- Data Management
- Data Mesh
- Data Observability
- Data Privacy/Security
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data Visualisation
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
- DataOps
- Digital Transformation
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- IOT
Networking Lunch
A Dive into the Data Quality Journey Undertaken by Orbia: How we Started and Where we are
- How we started developing our data quality strategy
- New technology implementation
- A look at the key data quality metrics to define standards, and establish processes for data quality assurance
Alexander Steegers, Director Global Data & Analytics, Orbia
Incorporating Responsible AI into your Data Strategy
- A focus on the upcoming AI Act, what this means for you
- Aligning AI with your business strategy and goals
- Staying informed about emerging AI technologies, trends, and best practices
Cassandra Moons, Head of Compliance & Data Protection Officer, TomTom
THE ROLE THE CDO PLAYS IN CHAMPIONING DATA GOVERNANCE INITIATIVES TO ENSURE THAT THEY ARE INTEGRATED SEAMLESSLY INTO THE ORGANISATION’S OVERALL STRATEGY
- Ensuring that your data governance policies align with overall business objectives and regulatory requirements
- Establishing processes for the entire data lifecycle, including creation, storage, usage, sharing, archiving, and disposal
- Staying adaptable to changes in technology, regulations, and business requirements
Joanna Huang, Global Head of Data Governance, Eurofins
Case Study: Elevating HR Services with the Power of Gen AI
- Using AI as a tool for Identifying patterns and predicting the best candidates for job roles
- Managing compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies
- Improving efficiency and enhancing employee experiences
Khagesh Batra, Head of Data Science, Adecco Group
Coffee break & networking
Workshop 4
Bringing AI and Data Quality Together – Best Practice and use Cases
Workshop 5
Hosted by Informatica
15:25 – 17:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- AI/Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Integration
- Data Management
- Data Mesh
- Data Observability
- Data Privacy/Security
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data Visualisation
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
- DataOps
- Digital Transformation
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- IOT
Panel: Tips on How to Create a Data-Driven Culture Within your Organisation
- Discussing the strategies & tactics that can be introduced to shift existing mindset to a data– driven one
- Understanding how to get stakeholders on-board with the idea of data-driven culture across the business
- Exploring the main concerns & challenges surrounding this transition & ways of overcoming these
- Evaluating ways of changing other C level members mindset to introduce a data-driven culture from the top down
- Enabling all business users to create value from data
Morning registration & breakfast
Chairperson’s opening remarks
Roundtable discussions
Join group discussions with your peers on some of the most challenging & significant data topics—please confirm attendance prior to the session. Each host will facilitate the discussion & give a short presentation of key findings in the wrap up session.
Marcel Krouweel, Global IT Director, Medtronic
Alexander Compernol, Director of Data Governance Americas, EMEA, Bridgestone
Dirk Struyf, Senior Director, Business Intelligence & Data Management, Radisson Hotel Group
Cassandra Moons, Head of Compliance & Data Protection Officer, TomTom
Roundtable Wrap-up
Each host gives a short overview of key findings from their discussion & creates an ideas board to be distributed post event with the presentations.
Coffee break & networking
Workshop 8
Better Insights with your Existing Data
11:00-13.05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- AI/Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Integration
- Data Management
- Data Mesh
- Data Observability
- Data Privacy/Security
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data Visualisation
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
- DataOps
- Digital Transformation
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- IOT
Networking Lunch
How to Create a Robust Data Quality Framework to Accurately Assess, Monitor and Improve your Data Quality
- Tips on developing and implementing effective data governance policies
- Conducting regular data audits and assessments to identify weaknesses
- Establishing a continuous improvement process to evolve data quality
Maximo Alves, Head Of Data Engineering & Governance, Just Eat Takeaway.com
CRAFTING A CLEAR NARRATIVE THAT CONNECTS YOUR DATA INSIGHTS WITH YOUR BUSINESS OUTCOMES
- Fostering a culture where data is a powerful tool for informed action
- Demonstrating the importance of data-driven decision-making through compelling data stories
Data Quality as a Key Building Block for Supply Chain Compliance
- How to best collect data from smallholder farmers
- Incentive structures for high data quality
- Innovations to increase the efficiency and accuracy of data collection
Iris van der Velden, Head of AtSource Insights & Data, Olam Food Ingredients
Technical Considerations when using AI and the Impact of LLMs
- Importance of Data – How good data practices can go a long way
- Disruption of LLMs – How LLMs have impacted some of these practices
- Building Business Value – How to use Data and AI to generate business value
Erbin Lim, Director of Engineering & Development, Pfizer
Panel: Driving Value as a Senior Data Leader
- Constructing value propositions to all CXO’s & effectively engaging the board
- Using Technology & Data for good
- Effectively managing your team & expectations to the business