GSE Conference 2024

GSE Conference 2024

11 - 15 March 2024
Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Germany

Agenda

GSE DACH Annual Conference 2024

11 March 2024

08:30 - 10:00
08:30 - 10:00
Registration / Coffee Buffet
8:30 - 16:30
8:30 - 16:30
Election of the GSE Region Manager of the German region for the period 2025/2026
08:30 – 09:30
08:30 – 09:30
Chair(wo)men Meeting – GSE Working Groups

10:00 - 10:15
10:00 - 10:15
Welcome, Organization, Introduction

Ruedi Brunner
Ruedi Brunner
European Project Manager, GSE
Hannes Proyer
Hannes Proyer
Region Manager Austria, GSE
10:15 – 11:00
10:15 – 11:00
Today's IBM and Technology Outlook

Christian Daser
Christian Daser
Vice President zStack, IBM Technology DACH
Foundation models are the basis of the new AI paradigm, generative AI, which has been on everyone's lips since "ChatGPT". Foundation models are pre-trained large AI models that can be easily used, e.g. to support text analysis or text generation. The trick is to adapt these AI models to your own needs, i.e. your own language, either through prompt tuning or through fine-tuning. Technologically, open source software, on-premise operation and a trustworthy AI "à la EU AI Act "represent important skills. How this is possible in practice and concrete examples from various industries will be shown in the lecture.
11:00 – 11:45
11:00 – 11:45
Foundation Models, Generative KI and Trustworthy AI. Where is the Best Trade-Off? Business Potential, Use Cases and several examples

Foundation models are the basis of the new AI paradigm, generative AI, which has been on everyone’s lips since „ChatGPT“. Foundation models are pre-trained large AI models that can be easily used, e.g. to support text analysis or text generation. The trick is to adapt these AI models to your own needs, i.e. your own language, either through prompt tuning or through fine-tuning. Technologically, open source software, on-premise operation and a trustworthy AI „à la EU AI Act „represent important skills. How this is possible in practice and concrete examples from various industries will be shown in the lecture.

Dr. Wolfgang Hildesheim
Dr. Wolfgang Hildesheim
Head of Watson, Data Science & Artifical Intelligence, AI Ambassador DACH, IBM Ecosystem and IBM Technology DACH
11:45 – 12:00
11:45 – 12:00
Short Break
The carbon footprint of hot-water cooled datacenters is reduced by waste heat re-use and conversion into cooling by rapid thermal swing adsorption using adsorption chillers. Cloud and edge energy efficiency is improved with innovative, dense compute platforms. Reduced thermal resistance and deep search enable leading solar systems and carbon capture processes.  AI. energy efficiency is improved by measurements for recognition efficiency of models on different platforms. Many companies claim net zero status by using financial offsets. IBM’s focus on physical efficiency, heat reuse, and carbon capture is 100 times more difficult and impactful especially since 2030 is targeted.
12:00 – 12:45
12:00 – 12:45
Sustainability and Energy Efficiency at IBM Research – How to Become Physically Net Zero by 2030

The carbon footprint of hot-water cooled datacenters is reduced by waste heat re-use and conversion into cooling by rapid thermal swing adsorption using adsorption chillers. Cloud and edge energy efficiency is improved with innovative, dense compute platforms. Reduced thermal resistance and deep search enable leading solar systems and carbon capture processes.  AI. energy efficiency is improved by measurements for recognition efficiency of models on different platforms. Many companies claim net zero status by using financial offsets. IBM’s focus on physical efficiency, heat reuse, and carbon capture is 100 times more difficult and impactful especially since 2030 is targeted.

Bruno Michel
Bruno Michel
Sustainability Expert Advisor, IBM Research Rüschlikon
12:45 – 13:45
12:45 – 13:45
Lunch
In my presentation, I will examine the transformation of the Scrum Master from a problem-solving role to a leadership role. I will highlight the parallels and differences between the role of the Scrum Master and that of a disciplinary leader based on literature studies and the statistical analysis of a survey I conducted. The aim is to show how personal development strategies can be used to develop Scrum Masters into potential leaders.
13:45 - 14:30
13:45 - 14:30
Quo Vadis Scrum Master - Progressing from a Troubleshooter to a Leader through the enhancement of leadership skills

In my presentation, I will examine the transformation of the Scrum Master from a problem-solving role to a leadership role. I will highlight the parallels and differences between the role of the Scrum Master and that of a disciplinary leader based on literature studies and the statistical analysis of a survey I conducted. The aim is to show how personal development strategies can be used to develop Scrum Masters into potential leaders.

Marc Oppermann
Marc Oppermann
IT Project Manager Scrum Master, Swiss Life
The presentation will discuss the genesis of the Mayflower Autonomous Ship Project that culminated in the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, from Plymouth UK to Plymouth MA in 2022.  Further an explanation of the process of automating ship functions and the development of sophisticated AI/ML based true autonomy, inclusive of computer vision, data fusion, dynamic route planning, strategic planning and other myriad aspects of the endeavor will be provided.  Additionally, we will discuss the ongoing development of the ‘AI Captain’ as a project for both commercial and military use, and the onset of complex ‘human-machine teaming’ undertakings at sea.
14:30 – 15:15
14:30 – 15:15
AI/ML Based Autonomy At Sea – Crossing the Atlantic with an Autonomous Research Vessel

The presentation will discuss the genesis of the Mayflower Autonomous Ship Project that culminated in the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, from Plymouth UK to Plymouth MA in 2022.  Further an explanation of the process of automating ship functions and the development of sophisticated AI/ML based true autonomy, inclusive of computer vision, data fusion, dynamic route planning, strategic planning and other myriad aspects of the endeavor will be provided.  Additionally, we will discuss the ongoing development of the ‘AI Captain’ as a project for both commercial and military use, and the onset of complex ‘human-machine teaming’ undertakings at sea.

Brett A Phaneuf
Brett A Phaneuf
Managing Director, Submergence Group LLC

Discover a paradigm shift in mainframe operations that empowers you to transition from reactive recovery to proactive avoidance. Unleashing the power of AIOps is just the beginning. Learn how to elevate the skills of your mainframe operations staff and achieve unparalleled efficiency by seamlessly integrating operational tools and workflows to gain deeper insights in context. See how you can further amplify mainframe visibility in enterprise APM tools using OpenTelemetry.  

15:15 - 15:45
15:15 - 15:45
Keynote Platinum Sponsor: Observability Revolutionized: A Blueprint for Operational Excellence

Discover a paradigm shift in mainframe operations that empowers you to transition from reactive recovery to proactive avoidance. Unleashing the power of AIOps is just the beginning. Learn how to elevate the skills of your mainframe operations staff and achieve unparalleled efficiency by seamlessly integrating operational tools and workflows to gain deeper insights in context. See how you can further amplify mainframe visibility in enterprise APM tools using OpenTelemetry.  

Matheus Milani
Matheus Milani
Product Manager, Broadcom Mainframe Software
Angelika Heinrich
Angelika Heinrich
Product Manager, Broadcom Mainframe Software
15:45 - 16:30
15:45 - 16:30
Coffee Break and Guided Tour in the Exhibition Area
A mainframe modernization initiative shouldn’t mean rebuilding from the ground up with all the inherent risk that that entails. In fact, as many industry leaders have shown, mainframe and cloud can co-exist, each having its own strengths. By ensuring the right workload on the right platform, organizations can have access to a robust, secure, and reliable IT infrastructure that keeps up with constantly evolving business demands. Join us for a review of essential infrastructure components which will enable you to modernize in place without disrupting your mission critical systems.  
16:30 - 17:00
16:30 - 17:00
Keynote Platinum Sponsor: Modernization. Without Disruption.

A mainframe modernization initiative shouldn’t mean rebuilding from the ground up with all the inherent risk that that entails. In fact, as many industry leaders have shown, mainframe and cloud can co-exist, each having its own strengths. By ensuring the right workload on the right platform, organizations can have access to a robust, secure, and reliable IT infrastructure that keeps up with constantly evolving business demands. Join us for a review of essential infrastructure components which will enable you to modernize in place without disrupting your mission critical systems.

 

Phil Buckellew
Phil Buckellew
President, Infrastructure Modernization Business Unit, Rocket Software
During this session you will learn the possibilities to find and attract new talent and the training availabilities for onboarding. Showcasing the possibilities to engage in Career events and technical sessions hosted by the Z Ecosystem you will have a better understanding of possibilities in your region, and the available learning content to skill and retain your new generation of employees.
17:00 – 17:45
17:00 – 17:45
IBM Skills program how to attract and retain talent

During this session you will learn the possibilities to find and attract new talent and the training availabilities for onboarding.

Showcasing the possibilities to engage in Career events and technical sessions hosted by the Z Ecosystem you will have a better understanding of possibilities in your region, and the available learning content to skill and retain your new generation of employees.

Joris Mertens
Joris Mertens
Developer Advocate IBM Z, IBM Netherlands
17:45 – 18:00
17:45 – 18:00
Closing Session

Ruedi Brunner
Ruedi Brunner
European Project Manager, GSE
18:00 - 19:30
18:00 - 19:30
Time for Networking
For Day 1 participants ONLY
19:30 - 21:30
19:30 - 21:30
Get Together in the Exhibition Area (Dinner incl.)
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