THE SESS10N | Speaker | Florian Bankoley

Since May 2024, Florian Bankoley has been the Chief Digital Officer of Bosch Mobility Company. Prior to this, Florian was a member of the Board of Management at Bosch Digital, where he was responsible for Business Consulting & Solutions, Digital Industry 4.0, Software Development, Data Analytics, and SAP Delivery. Until December 2022, he held the position of Executive Vice President Business Interface in the Service Area Global Information Systems and Services at Robert Bosch GmbH. In his role as CDO at Bosch Mobility, Florian drives the company's digital transformation, fosters innovation projects, and develops strategic partnerships.

Florian's passion for digital transformation and his mission to connect the industrial world with digital opportunities define his professional career. Over the past two decades, he has worked in various disciplines, ranging from engineering and product management to strategic business development, marketing, and sales. He led the first digital corporate venture at Bosch, building it from the ground up by assembling a strong team based on openness and trust. These efforts led the team to be recognized as one of the industry leaders in technology and business innovation.

Leadership & Transformation in the Paradigm Shift

Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace. This development is changing how value is created and measured, forcing organizations to undergo a paradigm shift. To remain competitive, companies must transform their entire organization – from operating models to strategic frameworks.

In this keynote, Florian will share his recent experiences at Bosch Digital and explain what is crucial in Bosch’s transformative journey. Additionally, he will discuss the role of leadership in navigating these changes and fostering an environment conducive to transformation.

Join this keynote to gain insights into successfully mastering this paradigm shift a global, hardware-driven company.

Outsourcing vs. Insourcing: The Dilemma of 'Do It Yourself' and 'Done with Others’

The competitiveness of companies is under pressure. As budget discussions intensify, companies must strategically prioritize what generates the greatest value, considering long-term growth, innovation potential, and market positioning. This requires balancing between strategic benefits and cost, especially when it comes to their digital initiatives. Companies must decide: Insource or outsource digital capabilities?

In this panel discussion, the guests with their diverse perspectives will dive deeper into 'Do It Yourself' and 'Done with Others´ and highlight the opportunities and challenges. They will also examine why speed, resource availability, and internal capabilities are crucial factors in making this decision and how to effectively assess the make-or-buy dilemma.

Join this panel discussion to gain valuable insights into different strategies and find out how you can get the best out of it for your business.