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.
Martin Spindler, Professor of Data Science, Statistics & Econometrics, University of Hamburg
09:15 - 09:45
Utilising Available Resources to Deliver Data Strategies
- Evaluating the availability of data budgets and workforces as part of prioritising data projects
- Developing contingency measures to maintain data strategies during periods of economic instability
- Guidance on outsourcing projects to external partners in order to deliver data strategies
09:45 - 10:15
Incorporating AI to Improve Efficiency in Data Working Processes
- Key tips on negotiating with AI providers to secure tools that meet specific organisational needs
- Determining areas for increasing efficiency to deliver cost-effective value for AI software
- Resources to enable data staff to integrate AI tools into working processes
Gareth Farr, Head of Data Science & AI, Unicredit
10:15 - 10:45
Adapting Organisation-Wide Data Policies to Ensure Compliance with Regional Regulations
- Evaluating data strategies to adhere to EU data regulatory standards: key advice
- Implementing automated data handling processes to reduce non-compliance with regulatory standards
- Tools & resources for submitting company data and demonstrating regulatory compliance
Michael Taylor, Chief Data Scientist, Siemens
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee Break & Networking
11.00 - 11:25
Workshop 1
MDM as a Catalyst for Digital Transformation
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 2
Hosted by Veezoo
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 3
Hosted by Cloudera
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- IOT
- Digital Transformation
- Enterprise Information Management
- AI / Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Privacy / Security
- Cloud
- Data Management
- Data Integration
- Risk, Compliance & Regulation
- Data Visualisation
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Data & AI
14:00 - 14:35
AI-Driven Self-Service Analytics in a Regulated Environment
- Guidance on monitoring analytics systems to ensure compliance with regulations
- Key advice on selecting AI tools to widen the capabilities of analytics systems
- Designing analytics systems to improve user access and increase self-service
Torsten Grünewald, Senior Associate Director – Data Governance Manager, Boehringer Ingelheim
Stream 2 - Business & Data
14:00 - 14:35
Integrating Behavioural Data into Working Systems & Processes to Increase Operational Efficiency
- Aligning data science policies across all departments to create joined-up operational processes
- Developing data-informed approaches to decision-making processes to reduce risk in working practices
- Tools to maintain behavioural data quality and strengthen working systems
Jochen Baumeister, Head of Behavioural Science & Data Science, Sandoz
Stream 1 - Data & AI
14:35 - 15:10
AI at Scale: Orchestrating a Smart Shift for Enterprise-Wide Excellence
- Establishing timelines for scaling up AI frameworks to notify stakeholders of all implementation stages
- Evaluating data team capabilities to ensure staff are prepared for new AI systems
- Tips and advice on maintaining data standards during AI system transitions
Amal Jose Vallavanthara, Head of Programmes, Bosch
Stream 2 - Business & Data
14:35 - 15:10
Building Analytics Platforms to Widen Staff Access to Company Data
- Integrating data silos to increase efficiency in business analytics functions
- Key tips on categorisation processes to improve access to company data
- Utilising centralised data monitoring and auditing services to strengthen data security measures
Goran Rukavina, Head of Data Platform Department, Trade Republic
15:10 - 15:25
Coffee Break & Networking
15:25 - 15:50
Workshop 4
Business-driven AI: Preparing for responsible innovation
Gaston Hummel, EMEA Lead Strategic Data Services, Precisely
15:50 - 16:15
Networking
16:15 - 16:40
Workshop 5
Hosted by Quest
16:40 - 17:05
Networking
15:25 – 17:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- IOT
- Digital Transformation
- Enterprise Information Management
- AI / Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Privacy / Security
- Cloud
- Data Management
- Data Integration
- Risk, Compliance & Regulation
- Data Visualisation
17:05 - 17:55
Panel Discussion: Embedding Organisation-Wide AI Governance Polices to Broaden Data Strategies
- Developing risk-based approaches to selecting AI tools to suit organisational circumstances
- Designing internal frameworks to integrate AI into working processes and drive value from AI applications
- Evaluating the ethics of incorporating AI into data teams without replacing staff roles
Martin Spindler, Professor of Data Science, Statistics & Econometrics, University of Hamburg (moderator)
Jithindas Ramadas, Director, Data Strategy & Management, Aviva Investors
Stefanie Babka, Group Head of Data Culture, Merck
19:00
Networking Drinks Reception & 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 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.
Roundtable 1: Data Governance
Roundtable 2: Data Access
Martin Thaler, Head of Business Development, Emerson
Roundtable 3: Digital Identities
Roundtable 4: Legacy Systems
Ryan Grenier, Managing Director, Product Management Big Data & Advanced Analytics, Commerzbank
Roundtable 5: Cloud Systems
Roundtable 6: Generative AI
Jithindas Ramadas, Director, Data Strategy & Management, Aviva Investors
10:10 - 10:45
Roundtable Wrap-Up session
Each host gives a short overview of key findings from their discussion & creates an ideas board to be distributed post event with the presentations.
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee Break & Networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 6
Hosted by Actian
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 7
Navigating Data Privacy and Regulatory Change
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 8
Accelerating Business Through Data Transformation
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Advanced Analytics
- IOT
- Digital Transformation
- Enterprise Information Management
- AI / Machine Learning
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence
- Data Privacy / Security
- Cloud
- Data Management
- Data Integration
- Risk, Compliance & Regulation
- Data Visualisation
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Data & AI
14:00 - 14:35
Using Agentic AI To Develop Data-Informed Working Policies
- Key tips on using agentic AI that address data team requirements
- Staff resources to incorporate agentic AI into working practices
- Utilising dashboards to prepare data for use with agentic AI tools
Andrew Missingham, Chief Data Insights Officer, AKQA
Stream 2 - Data Ownership
14:00 - 14:35
Creating Data Governance Frameworks to Uphold Data Stewardship Standards
- Implementing governance structures to establish roles for all staff in improving organisational data quality
- Standardising data collection processes to ensure compliance with data quality rulings
- Aligning data transparency guidelines to define staff accountability when managing company data
Maks Kiamos Shah, Head of Data Design Authority, Syngenta
Stream 1 - Data & AI
14:35 - 15:10
Data as the New Moat: Turning AI Hype into Enterprise Value
- Building unassailable data advantages that create lasting competitive moats
- Transforming data assets into strategic weapons to strengthen AI applications
- Engaging with senior leaders to demonstrate the business benefits of utilising AI as part of working processes
Prashanth Halady, Chief Expert & Chief Product Owner for AI & Data, Bosch
Stream 2 - Data Ownership
14:35 - 15:10
Implementing Data Quality Management to Support Business Operations & Growth
- Standardising data collection processes to establish a base level of data quality
- Adapting quality standards to ensure data can be utilised to support business growth
- Developing sampling processes to monitor data quality
Stephanie Grunewald, Head of Data & Analytics. MB Energy
15:10 - 15:55
Panel Discussion: Developing Data Security Defences to Protect Company Assets
- Training schemes to support staff recognise and appropriately raise concerns over data security threats
- Testing incident response plans to manage data security breaches and recover stolen and damaged assets
- Utilising encryption software as part of security measures to further protect data assets
Martin Spindler, Professor of Data Science, Statistics & Econometrics, University of Hamburg (moderator)
15:55
Chairperson's Closing Remarks