Cisco at HANNOVER MESSE 2024
April 22—26, 2024 | Hannover, Germany | Hall 15, Stand F18
Between industrial solutions for today and a sustainable foundation for tomorrow, there's a bridge.
Join Cisco at HANNOVER MESSE 2024, where we will showcase our industry-leading, secure solutions that enable manufacturers to focus on creating a sustainable supply chain. Experience our innovative technologies in IoT, security, and more, all aimed at facilitating digital transformation with large-scale impact. Book a meeting today with one of our subject matter experts to discuss your organization's priorities and technology needs.
Why Cisco for manufacturing?
From supply chain and advanced manufacturing operations to industrial security and workforce enablement solutions, Cisco’s manufacturing portfolio unites your operational technology and IT teams to build a secure, sustainable infrastructure foundation.
Six reasons why manufacturers love Cisco
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Speaking sessions
Date and time coming soon.
Hannover Messe Energy 4.0 Stage
Wednesday, April 24 | 4:30—5 p.m. CEST
Industrial Security Circus Stage
Thursday, April 25 | 1:15—1:35 p.m. CEST
5G & Wireless Stage | Hall 14, Stage H06
Friday, April 26 | 1:30—2 p.m. CEST
Hannover Messe Industrial Transformation Stage
Hall 3, Stand A76
The smart connected factory
Build the next-gen factory ready for
Industry 4.0
Explore how Cisco makes it easier for manufacturers to achieve their Industry 4.0 objectives by offering flexible and scalable unified OT security and networking solutions and partnerships, as well as no-compromise factory mobility solutions. Cisco's architecture also provides secure and reliable communication between machines, sensors, and cloud applications/services.
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Theater schedule
Monday, April 22
How IT-Security Transforms the Shop Floor
10—10:30 a.m. CEST
The shop floor becomes more and more Cloud connected and AI-enabled. The talk will explain how to design an extended shop floor and how to secure these extended communication needs using AI and the security platform.
Speaker:
- Dietmar Hilke, Leader Security Sales Global Accounts Germany, Cisco
Cisco Private 5G Benefits and Use Cases
10:30—11 a.m. CEST
Private 5G emerges as a crucial technology for industrial applications. Cisco P5G integrates the advantages of a Private 5G network with robust security measures and identity controls through the Identity Services Engine (ISE). This synergy ensures enhanced connectivity, reliability, and safety within industrial environments, fostering productivity and innovation.
Speaker:
- Filipe Rodrigues, Technical Solution Architect, Cisco
How Industrial Wireless Technology Improvements are Enhancing Manufacturing Use Cases
11—11:30 a.m. CEST
Industrial Wireless technology improvements make the technology a good fit for more and more manufacturing use cases. This session will provide you with a concrete test architecture, plan, and results from testing 3 wireless technologies: WiFi6, Cisco's Ultra Reliable Wireless Backhaul (Cisco URWB), and private 5G. The technologies were tested with a variety of manufacturing applications, protocols, and conditions, including fixed and mobile test cases. The testing was conducted by Cisco on real Industrial Automation and Control applications and devices.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Building Digital Resilience in Manufacturing
11:30 a.m.—12 p.m. CEST
It's especially hard for manufacturing organizations to be resilient today across IT and OT. So, how do you prepare for and recover from expected disruptions? Discover a clear path to improve digital resilience illustrated by manufacturing case studies, and make it easier to get going, with Splunk.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Cisco VR Experience
12—1 p.m. CEST
Explore factories outfitted with the latest solutions. From EV battery manufacturers to pharmaceutical developers, the Cisco VR demos for Manufacturing will help you see our solutions in action.
Sustainable Manufacturing, Partnership in Digital Water Solutions and Energy
1—1:30 p.m. CEST
Sustainable manufacturing is shaping Industry 4.0. Intelligent plants that minimize environmental impacts while conserving energy and natural resources are key to meeting sustainability and net zero goals. Learn how Cisco and Rockwell are helping develop sustainable facilities through performance monitoring to extend the life and optimize legacy equipment; monitoring inventory for consumables, packaging, and scrap; water/wastewater management systems; renewable energy integration; and smart IT/OT converged networks using AI and software applications.
Speaker:
- Carlos Rojas, Global Industry Lead, Manufacturing, Cisco
Building Resilience in Sustainability
1:30—2 p.m. CEST
Sustainability is top of mind for manufacturers. Learn how Splunk can help you harness the power of data to gain deep insights into your carbon footprint so you can take the necessary steps toward attaining your carbon neutrality goals.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Cloud Calling in the Manufacturing Sector to Enhance Hybrid Work
2—2:30 p.m. CEST
We have sold a Cloud calling solution to one of our manufacturing customers, Lohia Group, which has a large number of remote workers spread across several plants in India, it was looking for a single vendor, flexible and DoT (Department of Telecommunications) compliant Calling Solution that could support its entire infrastructure and be easily integrated with Microsoft. The Lohia Group, which consists of 50 companies spread throughout Northeast India, is the largest machinery manufacturer in the world. It offers services to 90 different countries and employs over 5000 people. The Lohia Group, which consists of 50 companies spread throughout Northeast India, is the largest machinery manufacturer in the world. It offers services to 90 different countries and employs over 5000 people. The Lohia Group, which consists of 50 companies spread throughout Northeast India, is the largest machinery manufacturer in the world. It offers services to 90 different countries and employs over 5000 people.
Speakers:
- Puja Agrawal, Virtual Sales Specialist, Collaboration, Cisco
- Nitin Sharma, Sales Manager, Proactive Data System, Lohia Group
- Manoj Kumar Lohia, IT Head, Lohia Group
De-Risking Customer Deployments Through Rigorous Validation
2:30—3 p.m. CEST
Solution Testing is a key element for any day-2 operational team. In this session, the audience will get to know how Cisco approaches validation from start to end. We will walk through a real validation scenario highlighting key aspects of determining test requirements, developing test cases, executing tests, and generating reports. This session provides a high-level overview of validation. Attendees with an interest in automated validation can join the second session that focuses on all aspects of running a fully automated test cycle.
Speaker:
- Sebastian Jeuk, Senior Technical Leader, Cisco
Fostering Digitization with Software Define Networking (SDN) in Industrial Environments
3—3:30 p.m. CEST
Explore the transformative benefits of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) by adapting proven IT concepts to meet the specific requirements of Operational Technology (OT) environments. This session delves into how SDN enhances operational efficiency, flexibility, and security in industrial networks, offering dynamic, centralized control. The discussion will also explore the integration of SDN with OT protocols and requirements. Explore the path to resilient and future-proof industrial infrastructures with SDN.
Speaker:
- Arun Siddeswaran, Director, IoT Solutions Engineering & GTM, Cisco
Security Through Network Segmentation in IT and OT
3:30—4 p.m. CEST
Nowadays, attacks on company networks are becoming increasingly frequent and aggressive. In this presentation, we would like to shed light on the possibilities of minimizing the effects as much as possible. An effective way to do this is to segment the networks in the campus, data center, and production in order to establish effective protection in the company.
Speaker:
- Sebastian Paulus-Rohmer, Business Architecture & Consulting, Bechtle AG
Grün vernetzt: Cisco Observability für Ihre Sustainability-Ziele
4—4:30 p.m. CEST
Cisco's Observability Lösung bietet nicht nur fortschrittliches Management für hybride Cloud-Workloads, sondern spielt auch eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Förderung von Nachhaltigkeit in Unternehmen. Durch die Optimierung von Cloud-Infrastrukturen trägt sie zur Steigerung der Ressourceneffizienz bei und unterstützt somit die Reduzierung des ökologischen Fußabdrucks. Die Lösung ist ein wesentliches Werkzeug für Unternehmen, die ihre Nachhaltigkeitsziele im Einklang mit ESG-Richtlinien (Environmental, Social, and Governance) definieren, überwachen und erreichen möchten. Durch gezielte Datenanalyse ermöglicht sie eine signifikante Reduzierung des Energieverbrauchs und nutzt IoT- sowie OT-Technologien zur Verbesserung umweltrelevanter Prozesse. Zudem erleichtert sie transparentes Reporting und Compliance, indem sie Nachhaltigkeitsmetriken effektiv erfasst und berichtet. Dieser Ansatz unterstreicht, wie Cisco's Observability Lösung Unternehmen dabei unterstützt, operative Exzellenz zu erreichen, während sie gleichzeitig ihre Umweltziele verfolgen und umsetzen.
Speaker:
- Tommy Ziegler, Leader, Solution Engineering, Observability, Cisco
Revolutionizing Industrial Operations: Unveiling the Power of AI in IIoT with Cisco Solutions and Emerging Industry Trends
4:30—5 p.m. CEST
A view into AI in the IoT World. This would range from AI in our IIoT portfolio, to AI IIoT trends, and finally think tank sessions to get feedback on ideas and needs.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Tuesday, April 23
Using AI + Security to Create a Secure IT/OT Bridge
10—10:30 a.m. CEST
Bridging IT and OT is becoming a complex exercise - on the shop floor and inside the products. We will show how AI can be used to enhance security and bridge IT and OT environments in a secure way.
Speaker:
- Dietmar Hilke, Leader, Security Sales, Global Accounts Germany, Cisco
Cisco Private 5G Benefits and Use Cases
10:30—11 a.m. CEST
Private 5G emerges as a crucial technology for industrial applications. Cisco P5G integrates the advantages of a Private 5G network with robust security measures and identity controls through the Identity Services Engine (ISE). This synergy ensures enhanced connectivity, reliability, and safety within industrial environments, fostering productivity and innovation.
Speaker:
- Filipe Rodrigues, Technical Solution Architect, Cisco
How Industrial Wireless Technology Improvements are Enhancing Manufacturing Use Cases
11—11:30 a.m. CEST
Industrial Wireless technology improvements make the technology a good fit for more and more manufacturing use cases. This session will provide you with a concrete test architecture, plan and results from testing of 3 wireless technologies: WiFi6, Cisco's Ultra Reliable Wireless Backhaul (Cisco URWB), and private 5G. The technologies were tested with a variety of manufacturing applications, protocols, and conditions, including fixed and mobile test cases. The testing was conducted by Cisco on real Industrial Automation and Control applications and devices.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Pervasive Wireless as a Service for Industrial Environment
11:30 a.m.—12 p.m. CEST
The session will talk about the Pervasive wireless service that HCL is launching with Cisco. Pervasive Wireless Mobility as-a-Service features wireless backhaul technology with low latency, high reliability, and high-bandwidth connections that can handle endpoints moving at high speeds with zero-delay handoffs. Combining advances in wireless technologies with improved efficiencies and productivity offered by the automation of industrial operations, such uninterrupted connectivity presents a variety of use cases, including vehicles operating in mines, refineries, and manufacturing plants. We will cover the solution/service offer with a case study for an automotive customer where this solution has been successfully demonstrated (POC ).
Speakers:
- Karan Capoor, Technical Solution Architect, HCL
- Naresh Pisharody, HCL
Cisco VR Experience
12—1 p.m. CEST
Explore factories outfitted with the latest solutions. From EV battery manufacturers to pharmaceutical developers, the Cisco VR demos for Manufacturing will help you see our solutions in action.
Top 5 Ways to Drive EV Adoption at Scale
1—1:30 p.m. CEST
The global EV market is forecast to reach USD 1 trillion by 2030. Vehicle electrification is transforming manufacturing production lines, supply chains, logistics, and the transportation industry. There is a race to keep up with charging infrastructure - powered by renewable sources to meet the green energy goals. Here are 5 big ideas to deliver EV charging at scale: 1. Accelerate deployment of renewable energy sources and V2G charging 2. Use AI and observability to improve real-time QA and improve the efficiency of EV batteries 3. Improve scheduling and availability of charging stations with AI and other innovations 4. Increase electrification of fleets and public transportation 5. Make cybersecurity foundational for EVs, battery systems, charging stations, and the factories that make them.
Speaker:
- Sean Caragata, Global Industry Director, Industrial and Critical Infrastructure, Cisco
Building Resilience in Sustainability
1:30—2 p.m. CEST
Sustainability is top of mind for manufacturers. Learn how Splunk can help you harness the power of data to gain deep insights into your carbon footprint so you can take the necessary steps toward attaining your carbon neutrality goals.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Audi Drives the Future of Manufacturing
2—2:30 p.m. CEST
Audi's new Böllinger Höfe plant is a marvel of efficiency, sustainability, and craftsmanship. With highly virtualized processes and AI-powered solutions, it showcases a new way forward for Audi, its parent company VW, and the auto industry as a whole. Join us as we discuss the innovative technologies that Audi has deployed with help from the Cisco industrial network.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
The Next Generation Factory Demands a Next Generation Network
2:30—3 p.m. CEST
This session describes Cisco's vision for the network for tomorrow's smart factories, and how it is delivering on its vision today. Cisco defines a unified industrial security and networking architecture and enables advanced services eliminating many “point solutions”, bringing seamless mobility, and providing real-time data for AI/ML-driven analytics and actionable insights. Cisco’s solution positions manufacturers to better achieve their Industry 4.0 objectives.
Speaker:
- Roland Wagner, Head of Marketing, CODSYS
Integrating IoT in Pharma: NTT's Journey with Cisco's LoRaWAN Solutions
3—3:30 p.m. CEST
This session delves into NTT's deployment of Cisco's LoRaWAN technology with a pharmaceutical manufacturing client. The talk will cover how IoT can enhance essential tasks like energy monitoring, fridge management, and production counting while emphasizing the importance of secure data management, standardization, and governance in IoT deployments. The session will not only reflect on the technical aspects but also the business impact, including the client's sustainability goals and IoT strategy.
Speaker:
- Sagi Elster, Sr Director, IoT Go-To-Market, NTT
Future-ready Shopfloor: Opportunities and Possibilities Through IT/OT Convergence
3:30—4 p.m. CEST
What are the major topics and elements of a future-ready shopfloor? Outside-In driven, what I hear from customers and German studies, business decision maker slot.
Speaker:
- Joerg Kunel, Digital Industry Lead, Country Plan Execution Germany, Cisco
Cisco, Nokia, Logicalis: A Team of Three Delivering Private 5G for Enterprises
4—4:30 p.m. CEST
Logicalis is showing that 1 + 1 equals 3: Cisco + Nokia + Logicalis for industrial 5G networks. How Cisco's 5G Core and Nokia RAN powers mission critical communication for industrial use-cases. In addition, we'll discuss AR-supported remote expert solutions for faster ROI.
Speaker:
- TBD
Augmenting Frontline Productivity: Empowering Frontline Healthcare Workers with Webex Expert on Demand
4:30—5 p.m. CEST
Imagine a factory where walls dissolve into digital data. This session explores how Augmented Reality (AR) and connected workers are tearing down physical barriers and reshaping industrial workplaces. We'll unveil real-world examples where information streams directly onto AR visors, guiding workers through complex tasks, providing real-time data insights, and fostering seamless collaboration across teams. Get ready to see how these connected walls break down silos, boost efficiency, and empower workers to become masters of their environment. Buckle up for a glimpse into the future of industrial production, where intelligence is woven into the fabric of the factory itself.
Speaker:
- Parthasarathi Kar, Leader Webex Solutions, Cisco
Wednesday, April 24
Axians NaaS Collaboration Solution
10—10:30 a.m. CEST
Presentation of a customer solution, concept creation, implementation, and operation of a complex collaboration infrastructure including connection to 3rd party solutions.
Speaker:
- Michael Goppelt, Account Manager Managed Services, Axians
- Christoph Buennemeyer, Leader Solution Line Managed Service, Axians
Mitigating Industry 4.0 Technology Challenges with Full-Stack Observability
10:30—11 a.m. CEST
Manufacturers accelerating Industry 4.0 face challenges associated with complex cloud-based systems and highly interconnected things. Developing full-stack observability to foster agility and reduce downtime early can enable manufacturing ecosystems to anticipate challenges and scale more easily as the need arises. FSO offers an opportunity for industrial organizations to: Cut downtime-related costs, increase revenue, and optimize resources. Contextualize every data point to facilitate better outcome-based business decisions. Monitor IT infrastructure, network, security, and technologies. Pinpoint roadblocks across owned and leased IT assets and subscription services from one central location to drive collaboration and accelerate mean-time-to-resolution. Observe the IIoT such as robotics, smart factory machinery, smart-metered devices, and autonomous robots. Enable a proactive vs. reactive solution to identify and mitigate glitches
Speaker:
- Mohd Aamir Ansari, Technical Solutions Architect, Cisco
NIS2 Compliance with Cisco Industrial Security
11—11:30 a.m. CEST
The NIS2 directive outlines cybersecurity requirements for organizations operating in the EU to ensure that there is a high, common level of protection across member states. It is designed to ensure cyber resilience across the region by requiring critical industries to adopt a set of cybersecurity best practices and procedures to drive governance, risk management, and reporting. For more than 20 years, Cisco has been helping industrial organizations around the globe securely digitize their operations, working with manufacturers, power and water utilities, energy companies, mines, ports, railways, roadways, and more. This session outlines how Cisco Industrial Security can help with compliance with the upcoming NIS2 directive.
Speaker:
- Andrew McPhee, Solution Manager, Cisco
Secure Industrial LAN: Managed Service Boosts Multi-Site Security and Performance
11:30 a.m.—12 p.m. CEST
Historically, industrial networks were isolated from the rest of the enterprise and cybersecurity was not a priority. However, with 3rd parties accessing physically or remotely, operational sites are more and more exposed to cyber attacks. Today, with the increasing use of IT technologies in industrial systems, cyber attacks are inevitable. It is no longer a case of ‘if’ but ‘when’ an attack will happen. Orange Business and Orange Cyberdefense, together with Cisco, have worked together with some of their customers to implement a robust solution that improves the performance and security of their network. Find out how they did it.
Speaker:
- Pier Giuseppe Dal Farra, Smart Industries Business Expert, Orange Business
Cisco VR Experience
12—1 p.m. CEST
Explore factories outfitted with the latest solutions. From EV battery manufacturers to pharmaceutical developers, the Cisco VR demos for Manufacturing will help you see our solutions in action.
Sustainable Manufacturing, Partnership in Digital Water Solutions and Energy
1—1:30 p.m. CEST
Sustainable manufacturing is shaping Industry 4.0. Intelligent plants that minimize environmental impacts while conserving energy and natural resources are key to meeting sustainability and net zero goals. Learn how Cisco and Rockwell are helping develop sustainable facilities through performance monitoring to extend the life and optimize legacy equipment; monitoring inventory for consumables, packaging, and scrap; water/wastewater management systems; renewable energy integration; smart IT/OT converged networks using AI and software applications.
Speaker:
- Carlos Rojas, Global Industry Lead, Manufacturing, Cisco
Building Resilience in Sustainability
1:30—2 p.m. CEST
Sustainability is top of mind for manufacturers. Learn how Splunk can help you harness the power of data to gain deep insights into your carbon footprint so you can take the necessary steps toward attaining your carbon neutrality goals.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Micro-Segmentation in an OT Network – Separating What is Obvious from What is Not
2—2:30 p.m. CEST
In this presentation, we will discuss the difference between macro and micro-segmentation and how to use these to complement each other. Why micro-segmentation in the OT environment is a critical piece in the OT security puzzle and how this is fundamentally different from micro-segmentation within the IT environment? We will discuss how defining the intent provides a path to enforcement utilizing a single source of truth, how this compares to industry standards, and a step-by-step approach to implementation. Finally, we will share some best practices and lessons learned.
Speaker:
- Brett Vanrensburg, Industry Advisor, Manufacturing & Distribution UK/EMEA, WTT
Revolutionizing Industrial Operations: Unveiling the Power of AI in IIoT with Cisco Solutions and Emerging Industry Trends
2:30—3 p.m. CEST
A view into AI in the IIoT World. This would range from AI in our IIoT portfolio, to AI IIoT trends, and finally think tank sessions to get feedback on ideas and needs.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Industrial Revolution 4.0, Driven by AI: Making Machine Intelligence Accessible with Cognitive Architectures
3—3:30 p.m. CEST
This session will delve into how we're harnessing the power of AI to drive efficiency and sustainability across enterprises in this new era of industrial revolution. He will showcase our network of intelligent agents built with Cognizant Cognitive Architectures, highlighting their role in transforming the entire industrial value chain, from R&D to customer service. The speaker will explain how these agents, aided by Cognizant Neuro AI, autonomously perform complex tasks, thus shaping the future of the industry with advanced, efficient, and eco-friendly technology.
Speaker:
- Aby Babu, Head of Data and AI, Central Europe, Cognizant
Unlocking Industry 4.0 with Meraki Cloud Networking
3:30—4 p.m. CEST
Meraki cloud networking plays a pivotal role, ensuring reliable wireless connections, streamlined device management, and robust security measures. Discover how it contributes to efficiency, sustainability targets, and advanced asset management. The session invites you to join the journey towards connected, secure, and sustainable manufacturing operations, embracing the future with Meraki cloud networking with interactive participation.
Speaker:
- Adriana Soto Ruiz, Audience Marketing Manager, Cisco
Building Digital Resilience in Manufacturing
4 p.m.—4:30 p.m. CEST
It's especially hard for manufacturing organizations to be resilient today across IT and OT. So, how do you prepare for and recover from expected disruptions? Discover a clear path to improve digital resilience illustrated by manufacturing case studies, and make it easier to get going, with Splunk.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Thursday, April 25
Mitigating Industry 4.0 Technology Challenges with Full-Stack Observability
10—10:30 a.m. CEST
Manufacturers accelerating Industry 4.0 face challenges associated with complex cloud-based systems and highly interconnected things. Developing full-stack observability to foster agility and reduce downtime early can enable manufacturing ecosystems to anticipate challenges and scale more easily as the need arises. FSO offers an opportunity for industrial organizations to: Cut downtime-related costs, increase revenue, and optimize resources. Contextualize every data point to facilitate better outcome-based business decisions. Monitor IT infrastructure, network, security, and technologies. Pinpoint roadblocks across owned and leased IT assets and subscription services from one central location to drive collaboration and accelerate mean-time-to-resolution. Observe the IIoT such as robotics, smart factory machinery, smart-metered devices, and autonomous robots. Enable a proactive vs. reactive solution to identifying and mitigating glitches.
Speaker:
- Mohd Aamir Ansari, Technical Solutions Architect, Cisco
Future Skills and AI Competence Through Cisco Networking Academy
10:30—11 a.m. CEST
The IT industry urgently needs qualified workers. Up to 90 percent of today's jobs in all sectors of the economy can no longer be filled without basic IT skills. Cisco Germany is taking responsibility for providing access to digital skills, opening doors to new career paths, and giving people the tools they need to successfully master the changes in the world of work.
Speakers:
- Anke Schuetze, Business Development Future IT Talents, Cisco
- Carsten Johnson, Business Development Manager, Cisco
NIS2 Compliance with Cisco Industrial Security
11—11:30 a.m. CEST
The NIS2 directive outlines cybersecurity requirements for organizations operating in the EU to ensure that there is a high, common level of protection across member states. It is designed to ensure cyber resilience across the region by requiring critical industries to adopt a set of cybersecurity best practices and procedures to drive governance, risk management, and reporting. For more than 20 years, Cisco has been helping industrial organizations around the globe securely digitize their operations, working with manufacturers, power and water utilities, energy companies, mines, ports, railways, roadways, and more. This session outlines how Cisco Industrial Security can help with compliance with the upcoming NIS2 directive.
Speaker:
- Andrew McPhee, Solution Manager, Cisco
Accelerating the Journey to Advanced Smart Manufacturing Operations
11:30 a.m.—12 p.m. CEST
Production enterprises can boost their manufacturing excellence with a joint and integrated IT/OT architecture; however, the transformation is complex and risk-prone. To accelerate the transition, Cisco and Deloitte combined Deloitte’s proven transformation methodology with Cisco’s IT and OT solutions. This joint approach is modular and starts with a risk assessment. The customer at any stage of their smart manufacturing journey can thus make an informed choice on the risks and source mitigating capabilities from the transformation offering. We will use examples for IT/OT convergence such as VR-prototyping, AI-based predictive maintenance, and digital twin IT/OT convergence as case examples.
Speaker:
- Uwe Lambrette, Germany Lead Cisco-Alliance, Germany Lead Client Cisco Service Partner, Partner Deloitte DE
Cisco VR Experience
12—1 p.m. CEST
Explore factories outfitted with the latest solutions. From EV battery manufacturers to pharmaceutical developers, the Cisco VR demos for Manufacturing will help you see our solutions in action.
Top 5 Ways to Drive EV Adoption at Scale
1—1:30 p.m. CEST
The global EV market is forecast to reach USD 1 trillion by 2030. Vehicle electrification is transforming manufacturing production lines, supply chains, logistics, and the transportation industry. There is a race to keep up with charging infrastructure - powered by renewable sources to meet the green energy goals. Here are 5 big ideas to deliver EV charging at scale: 1. Accelerate deployment of renewable energy sources and V2G charging 2. Use AI and observability to improve real-time QA and improve the efficiency of EV batteries 3. Improve scheduling and availability of charging stations with AI and other innovations 4. Increase electrification of fleets and public transportation 5. Make cybersecurity foundational for EVs, battery systems, charging stations, and the factories that make them.
Speaker:
- Sean Caragata, Global Industry Director, Industrial and Critical Infrastructure, Cisco
Building Resilience in Sustainability
1:30—2 p.m. CEST
Sustainability is top of mind for manufacturers. Learn how Splunk can help you harness the power of data to gain deep insights into your carbon footprint so you can take the necessary steps toward attaining your carbon neutrality goals.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Audi Drives the Future of Manufacturing
2—2:30 p.m. CEST
Audi's new Böllinger Höfe plant is a marvel of efficiency, sustainability, and craftsmanship. With highly virtualized processes and AI-powered solutions, it showcases a new way forward for Audi, its parent company VW, and the auto industry as a whole. Join us as we discuss the innovative technologies that Audi has deployed with help from the Cisco industrial network.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Fostering Digitization with Software Define Networking (SDN) in Industrial Environments
2:30—3 p.m. CEST
Explore the transformative benefits of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) by adapting proven IT concepts to meet the specific requirements of Operational Technology (OT) environments. This session delves into how SDN enhances operational efficiency, flexibility, and security in industrial networks, offering dynamic, centralized control. The discussion will also explore the integration of SDN with OT protocols and requirements. Explore the path to resilient and future-proof industrial infrastructures with SDN.
Speaker:
- Arun Siddeswaran, Director, IoT Solutions Engineering & GTM, Cisco
Enabling the Future of Industrial Operations with a Secure Connected Enterprise
3—3:30 p.m. CEST
Industrial security is paramount in an increasingly interconnected world where digitalization and automation dominate industrial processes. This presentation session delves into the intricate landscape of industrial security, focusing on use cases, best practices, and strategies for achieving impactful results. By embracing innovation and fostering collaboration, organizations can proactively address security challenges and pave the way for a secure and resilient industrial future.
Speakers:
- Meghna Subramani, Commercial Product Manager, Network & Cyber Security, Rockwell Automation
Unlocking Industry 4.0 with Meraki Cloud Networking
3:30—4 p.m. CEST
Meraki cloud networking plays a pivotal role, ensuring reliable wireless connections, streamlined device management, and robust security measures. Discover how it contributes to efficiency, sustainability targets, and advanced asset management. The session invites you to join the journey towards connected, secure, and sustainable manufacturing operations, embracing the future with Meraki cloud networking with interactive participation.
Speaker:
- Adriana Soto Ruiz, Audience Marketing Manager, Cisco
Building Digital Resilience in Manufacturing
4—4:30 p.m. CEST
It's especially hard for manufacturing organizations to be resilient today across IT and OT. So, how do you prepare for and recover from expected disruptions? Discover a clear path to improve digital resilience illustrated by manufacturing case studies, and make it easier to get going, with Splunk.
Speaker:
- Ewald Munz, Manufacturing Industry Strategist, Splunk
Future Skills and AI Competence Through Cisco Networking Academy
4:30—5 p.m. CEST
The IT industry urgently needs qualified workers. Up to 90 percent of today's jobs in all sectors of the economy can no longer be filled without basic IT skills. Cisco Germany is taking responsibility for providing access to digital skills, opening doors to new career paths, and giving people the tools they need to successfully master the changes in the world of work.
Speakers:
- Anke Schuetze, Business Development Future IT Talents, Cisco
- Carsten Johnson, Business Development Manager, Cisco
Friday, April 26
Delivering Secure Digital Services for Machine Builders
10—10:30 a.m. CEST
It's no longer sufficient to just build and ship the best machines and assets to manufacturing customers. Factory managers and operators expect their key machine builders to provide complete lifecycle services for critical machines and assets used in production systems. Remote monitoring, predictive maintenance and even providing Digital Twin capabilities. And once all these connectivity-driven use cases are in place, cybersecurity is a key concern of the customer and asset builder. This session will review the key connectivity, security, remote access, and data access tools; cloud and on-prem, required to operate modern fleets of machines and assets.
Speaker:
- Paul Didier, Solution Manager, Cisco
Automated Testing. A Match Made in Heaven.
10:30—11 a.m. CEST
Validation is no longer just a way to verify designs. In the world of Continuous Operation and Continuous Integration, testing becomes an integral part of everyday production changes. In this session, the audience will learn the concepts around continuous testing, the automation aspects behind it, and how Cisco supports customers in developing their individual test suites for various validation tasks. A practical demonstration showcases test cases based on a robot framework, some relevant keywords, and a methodology to make testing a crucial (and fun) part of everyday day-2 operations.
Speaker:
- Sebastian Jeuk, Senior Technical Leader, Cisco
Accenture Cisco Center of Excellence and Use-cases
11—11:30 a.m. CEST
Overview of the Cisco and Accenture partnership and Accenture services, our Cisco CoE in Rome, example use cases for manufacturing, and resulting business value.
Speaker:
- Adrian Koltermann, Technology Innovation Principal Director, Accenture
Securing Manufacturing Operations - A Look at ISA/IEC-62443 and How Cisco Can Help Secure Your Operations
11:30 a.m.—12 p.m. CEST
Industrial Networks and Critical Infrastructure are increasingly digitized and connected via networking infrastructure, which has exposed them to a new set of cybersecurity threats. The ISA/IEC-62443 set of standards provides IT and OT teams a framework and common ground to work together in securing Industrial Networks and Critical Infrastructure. You will leave this session with the following: A high-level understanding of the ISA/IEC-62433 set of standards, including the seven Foundational Requirements (FR) that form the basis for technical requirements. An understanding of the ISA/IEC-62443 3-3 standard and the more detailed Systems Requirements (SR) and Security Levels (SL) it provides to help secure Industrial Networks and Infrastructure, including the Zone and Conduit Model. An understanding of how different Cisco technologies and products can help satisfy the IEC-62443 Foundational and Systems Requirements thereby helping with both Compliance and Securing the Industrial Networks and Critical Infrastructure.
Speakers:
- Andrew McPhee, Solution Manager, Cisco
Revolution in der IT: Cisco's Weg mit AIOps
12—12:30 p.m. CEST
Die Implementierung von AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) innerhalb der IT-Struktur von Cisco dient als wegweisendes Beispiel für die Transformation der IT-Überwachung und -Verwaltung durch künstliche Intelligenz und maschinelles Lernen. Dieser Vortrag beleuchtet, wie die Integration von AIOps in die Cisco Observability Plattform nicht nur die Effizienz und Effektivität der IT-Systemüberwachung steigert, sondern auch eine proaktive und präventive Herangehensweise an das IT-Management ermöglicht. Durch intelligente Mustererkennung und Anomaliedetektion können komplexe Datenmuster erfasst und ungewöhnliche Aktivitäten frühzeitig identifiziert werden, was die IT-Performance und -Verfügbarkeit signifikant verbessert. Zudem wird die Fähigkeit von AIOps hervorgehoben, Daten aus diversen Quellen zu aggregieren und zu analysieren, um eine umfassende Sicht auf die IT-Landschaft zu bieten. Der Vortrag präsentiert konkrete Ergebnisse und Verbesserungen, die durch AIOps bei Cisco erzielt wurden, und zeigt auf, wie dieser Ansatz als Modell für effiziente und zukunftsorientierte IT-Operationen dient. Zielgruppe sind IT-Fachleute und Entscheidungsträger, die an der Einführung von AIOps in ihre Organisationen interessiert sind, um ähnliche Verbesserungen und Effizienzsteigerungen zu erzielen.
Speaker:
- Tommy Ziegler, Leader, Solution Engineering, Observability, Cisco
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