Event
Join us for an invitation-only gathering at the prestigious Brasserie Lipp in Zurich on June 13, 2024, from 15:00 - 21:00 CEST.
This introduction to Thoughtworks will feature our CTO Emerita, Rebecca Parsons who will offer insights into the latest tech trends impacting the banking & financial and healthcare & life sciences sectors.
Alongside our Thoughtworks tech leadership, we are thrilled to welcome our partners and clients to listen to real-world examples of how our clients use AI and the strategies they are implementing to ensure a return on their investments.
Why attend?
Broaden your perspective. Alongside insights into the latest trends, innovations and developments within your industry, you'll also see how common challenges in other industries are tackled.
Engage with experts and industry peers to discuss your specific data challenges and gain valuable insights from their experiences.
Meet the pioneers of software engineering with a heritage in best-of-class delivery.
Agenda
15:00 - 15:20
15:20 - 15:30
Erik Doernenburg, CTO Europe, Thoughtworks
A brief overview of Thoughtworks' global presence, experience and why Switzerland.
How Thoughtworks can address the specific needs of Swiss companies in their transformation journey.
15:30 - 15:50
Rebecca Parsons, CTO Emerita, Thoughtworks
Thoughtworks heritage and what makes Thoughtworks technologically unique.
Exploring tech trends in the Looking Glass focussing on AI.
15:50 - 16:10
Paul Rankin, Data Strategy Consultant & Data Product Implementation Specialist
In his insightful talk, Paul Rankin, formerly head of data platforms at Roche, delves into the complexities faced by large, highly regulated organizations in adopting Data Mesh. Paul will cover:
- Domain Ownership
- Team Topology
- Conway's Law
- Data Platform as a Service
- Developer Experience
16:10 - 16:30
Jonas Muench, Head of Pharmacology & Safety IT, Bayer AG
- The critical role of data availability in preclinical development
- Leveraging large language models to enhance decision-making with better insights
- Current progress and future plans
16:30 - 16:50
Alessandro Confetti, Data & AI Lead, Thoughtworks
Practical approaches to ensure ROI in AI investments, with real-world examples that showcase successful AI implementations and their outcomes.
Common reasons for AI project failures — and how to avoid them.
The importance of data governance for maintaining AI integrity and reliability.
Actionable strategies for risk assessment and regulatory compliance in AI projects.
16:50 - 17:00
17:00 - 21:00
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