Adapting to Change, Accelerating with AI, Excelling with Resilience
November 18 - 19, 2025
| Free PEX Network Webinar Series
Cristina Duta
Senior Director Operations & Intelligent Automation Fortrea
Cristina Duta is a Senior Director of DevOps & Intelligent Automation at Fortrea, recognized for her ability to bridge strategy, technology, and innovation to drive meaningful transformation. With over a decade of global experience spanning automotive, life sciences, banking, and manufacturing, Cristina combines deep technical expertise with sharp business acumen. She holds an MSc and PhD in Computer Science and is a sought-after thought leader, known for delivering actionable insights at premier industry and tech events. Cristina is passionate about empowering organizations to embrace a digital-first mindset, scale intelligently, and build the foundations for the future of work.
Day One
9:30 AM DISCUSSION PANEL: Evolving Continuous Improvement for a Changing, Technology-Enabled World
According to PEX Network annual report, 47 % of respondents said operational excellence and business transformation strategies are mission critical in helping to drive growth, manage turnaround and deliver strategic objectives within organizations.
Over the past few years, technological advancements in AI have been revolutionizing operations and processes. With more than half of businesses (58 %) exploring potential AI projects to drive OPEX and transformation objectives.
In this opening panel, we will gather industry leaders to discuss how operational excellence must continually evolve in response to technological advancements and shifting business landscapes. Together with our expert speakers, we will redefine what 'OPEX' means in present and future.
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