Presents
WHAT WE DISCUSSED
Manufacturing in 2025 is not for the faint-hearted. Supply chains are fragile, energy shocks are rising, and sustainability mandates are non-negotiable. Cybersecurity risks grow with IT/OT convergence, while workforce skill gaps—particularly in AI—remain a key challenge. At the same time, AI is redefining forecasting, risk modeling, and operational decision-making.
This roundtable brought together leaders from DACH’s top industrial innovators to explore how AI is reshaping what’s possible. Expect an honest, peer-level exchange on what’s working, what’s stalling, and what’s next—no sales pitch, just candid insights from those transforming operations from reactive to predictive.
We Discussed:
- AI for Resilience & Agile Supply Chains – Predict disruptions, optimize carbon footprint, nearshoring, multi-sourcing, risk modeling, and AI-driven scenario planning.
- Scaling AI Across Operations – Overcoming data silos, modernizing legacy systems, and moving from pilots to enterprise-wide adoption.
- Cyber-Physical Security & Compliance – Securing digital supply chains and leveraging AI for anomaly detection and regulatory compliance.
- Workforce & Future Outlook – Reskilling, change management, balancing human expertise with automation, and envisioning AI-powered factories of 2030.
The dinner was hosted by L&T Technology Services (LTTS), a global leader in engineering and digital manufacturing.
AGENDA
18:00 – 18:15
Welcome
18:15 – 19:00
Roundtable Discussion
19:00 – 20:00
Dinner
20:00 – 20:20
Networking
20:20 – 20:30
Closing
SOLUTION EXPERTS
Shankar Subramanian
Area Senior Director – Europe, Consulting | Digital Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 & IIoT
Shankar is the Practice Head for Digital Manufacturing Services at L&T Technology Services, bringing over 26 years of expertise in PLM consulting, manufacturing IT, and business strategy.
A proven leader, he has consistently driven corporate growth through strategic planning, innovative service offerings, and the seamless integration of technology with domain-specific solutions. With extensive experience in Digital Manufacturing, Shankar specializes in areas such as PLM, Manufacturing Engineering, MES/MOM, and Integrated Asset Management, delivering impactful results across these key business lines.
Being part of the global manufacturing team, Shankar has extensive experience in working with Fortune 500 companies across Europe, Australia, Singapore, US and the Middle East
Dr. Oliver Moron
Vice President & Region Head DACH at L&T Technology Services
Oliver, a seasoned business leader, comes with over 30 years of experience in global sales of IT, Engineering and Services Industry. He has worked across various industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Manufacturing & Hi-tech. In his current role, he is the Vice President & Region Head for DACH and based out of Munich center.
In his past role, he was the Managing Director for Capgemini’s Digital Engineering and Manufacturing Services Germany. With nearly 10 years at Capgemini Oliver has played various roles ranging from Global Large Deals leader to Head of Market Unit Manufacturing. Prior to Capgemini, he was associated with Wipro & Siemens.
Oliver has completed his Mechanical Engineering from Aachen University and accomplished his doctoral studies in Production Engineering from the same University.
