Future-proof your business and accelerate growth with the right strategy and the latest technology

October 14 - 15, 2025 | Free PEX Network Webinar Series

DAY ONE


9:30 am - 10:00 am EST Panel discussion: AI-driven transformation: unlocking the future of business operations

Mark Ghibril - Global CIO, Siemens Gamesa

AI is a powerful catalyst for driving business transformation, enabling organizations to enhance their operational capabilities and achieve growth. According to PEX Network’s annual industry report, around 50% of respondents rely on OPEX and business transformation for maintaining a competitive edge. As we see a rapid acceleration in AI adoption, more than half of businesses (58 %) have discussed potential AI projects to drive OPEX and transformation objectives, according to PEX report.

In this session we will discuss ways how AI can facilitate this transformation and also, how to identify use cases, where AI can make a significant difference to quality, accuracy and efficiency.

Key take-aways include:

  • Find out how to minimize manual effort and error rates with AI automation, which helps organizations operate more efficiently and allocate resources effectively.
  • Learn how to reduce operational costs and improve profit margins by optimizing processes.
  • Understand how to prevent faults in processes or products by AI-driven insights, enabling to act even before failure occurs for a better customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Get expert tips on identifying the right use cases for maximum impact from AI initiatives
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Mark Ghibril

Global CIO
Siemens Gamesa

10:00 am - 10:30 am EST Gain data insights and accelerate process analysis for enhanced decision-making

AI-powered analytics can provide valuable insights for informed decision-making. Organizations are adopting AI to improve their process analysis capabilities and gain valuable insights into operational performance. In this session, we will discuss how AI can help improve process intelligence in the enterprise for more informed outcomes.

Key take-aways include:

  • Learn how to combine generative AI with process mining to allow for a granular examination of workflows, uncovering inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
  • Understand how AI facilitates data-driven decisions by revealing patterns and trends within operational data that may not be immediately visible.
  • Hear how AI's insights can streamline the entire value chain, enhancing productivity and maximizing organizational effectiveness.

10:30 am - 11:00 am EST Navigating digital friction and employee resistance as key barriers for success

As AI reshapes the business landscape, organizations must confront the challenges of digital friction and employee readiness. A recent Nexthink report reveals that while 95% of IT leaders anticipate profound impacts from AI digital transformation, significant barriers exist due to inadequate digital dexterity among employees. This session will explore strategies for overcoming these challenges, ensuring that investments in AI do not go to waste.

Key takeaways:

  • Understand the concepts of digital friction and digital dexterity.
  • Discuss the critical role of employee training and digital adoption support.
  • Identify barriers to successful AI integration and how to address them.

11:00 am - 11:30 am EST Fire-side chat. How to implement AI on a budget for cost-effective transformation initiatives

Rahul Zende - Data Scientist Enterprise AI Strategy, Navy Federal Credit Union

Although organizations can clearly see the benefits of using AI, not all companies can adopt AI in their transformation initiatives. Implementing AI can be challenging due to costs and varying organizational budgets. Companies must carefully consider their approach to maximize benefits without overspending. In this session we will discuss the strategies of how you can start with AI on a budget.

Key take-aways include:

  • Learn how instead of aiming for complete transformation, you can focus on AI augmentation and enhance existing processes with AI tools that can improve operational efficiency without significant investment.
  • Understand how to identify high-impact use cases and prioritize AI applications with proven ROI and relevance to your specific industry, ensuring that initial projects lead to measurable improvements.
  • Discover how to leverage existing tools and resources, utilize affordable AI platforms and open-source tools, and invest in training employees to effectively integrate AI into their workflows
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Rahul Zende

Data Scientist Enterprise AI Strategy
Navy Federal Credit Union