On Friday, February 28th, Helmut Draxler will explore the transformative impact of digital innovation. With over 30 years of industry experience in automation and digitalization, Helmut will discuss how blending the physical and digital worlds has enhanced trust, safety, and efficiency in the manufacturing industry. His presentation will cover the full journey of digital innovation, from strategy to implementation, and examine the key factors in creating value and impact that drive change in business and work. The event will conclude with networking over snacks and drinks for those passionate about shaping the digital future.
KINTalks is a series of events designed to connect academics and practitioners. The concept of KINTalks is simple: sharing knowledge, firing up a debate, and fostering enduring connections. The event concludes with networking and discussions over drinks. The event is free, but registration is necessary.
Expert from the field
Helmut Draxler studied computer science and business administration and has over 30 years of industry practice in automation and digitalization. Helmut successfully guided companies such as Estee Lauder, Saurer, BOSCH Packaging, KION Group, Knorr-Bremse and Oerlikon. He was Chief Digital and Information Officer at Burckhardt Compression Group, leading the digital innovation unit and IT.
Since 2002, he has implemented condition-based and predictive maintenance models, digital twins, and machine learning concepts to enhance efficiency, reliability, sustainability, and safety of machinery. Helmut co-created a customer-centric spatial dataverse and AI environment with top technology leaders (Microsoft, PTC, Beekeeper and others). Helmut is well known for his visionary thinking and acting to bring companies to the forefront of digital and data services implementation. Helmut advises companies on digital transformation and is now guiding IT transformation and scalability in his new position as VP of Information Technology at a growing machinery and engineering group.
Program
16:30 - 16:35 Introduction KINTalk and KIN Center for Digital Innovation
16:35 - 17:25 Presentation by Helmut Draxler
17:25 - 17:40 Audience questions
17:40 - 18:30 Networking and drinks
Location
This KINTalk is held at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Main Building, Wing A, 5th Floor, Room 5A-99.
