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. This will be followed by a welcome from the chairperson.

Gabor Harsanyi, Head of M&CR Data Office, Ericsson
Anca Iordanescu, VP Engineering, Stores of the Future, IKEA, Founder & Chair, Women in Tech Alliance

From Insight to Action: Crafting a Winning Data Strategy

• Understanding how to tailor data initiatives to achieve measurable business outcomes
• Considering how different strategic approaches might suit your organisation & drive growth
• Transforming raw data into clear, actionable insights that improve efficiency & decision-making

Sakari Sanaksenaho, Head of Data Management, Huhtamaki

Uniting Data & Business Strategy: The Key to Accelerated Growth

• Building strong cross—functional relationships between data teams & business leaders to foster alignment
• Ensure that data strategy accelerates growth & competitive advantage
• Translating data insights into actionable steps & securing buy-in from the board

Panel Discussion: The Transformational Power of Data Culture & Literacy

• Crafting an organisational mindset that values data as a core asset
• Empowering employees to efficiently interpret, analyse & leverage data for better business outcomes
• Fostering collaboration & accountability where everyone plays a role in data-driven success

Tobias Wagenknecht, Head of Department Data & Analytics, SBAB
Arek Mulinek, Head of Global Master Data Management, Hempel

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.