Agenda & Stages

adesso digital day 2026

A day packed with insider insights from the IT industry

digital day | 18 June 2026 in Düsseldorf

20 keynote speeches, 6 stages, over 30 real-world case studies on cyber security, business optimisation, automation and modernisation.

Network with over 1,500 executives, board members and digital experts. Exchange ideas and learn from one another.

The adesso digital day is the conference for greater speed and clarity in digital transformation.

The Keynotes

Keynote #1

The transformation of AXA Switzerland into a data-driven company: insights based on example cases

This keynote offers insights into the transformation of AXA Switzerland into a data-driven company. In addition to challenges, lessons and successes, specific AI use cases will be presented. Furthermore, she will address the topic of Generative AI (GenAI) and show how AXA Switzerland is already using GenAI and what potential it has for the future. The playbook identifies the key success factors for achieving substantial success through targeted measures and for preparing for the upcoming evolutionary steps of technological transformations.

  • Kathrin Braunwarth I CIO AXA Switzerland I AXA Versicherungen AG

Keynote #2

Europe in a world in upheaval – crisis-ridden or driven by opportunity?

Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg will be examining Europe's current geopolitical and economic challenges and showing how crises can be transformed into opportunities. His lecture is always based on the current situation and offers a highly topical, incisive view of the developments shaping Europe – from global power shifts to economic and technological transformations.

  • Karl-Theodor zu Gutenberg I Chairman I Spitzberg Partners LLC

Keynote #3

Operational Excellence through Artificial Intelligence: Insight into Siemens Energy's AI Initiatives

The presentation offers a comprehensive insight into Siemens Energy's AI initiatives. It highlights the core technologies for process optimisation and efficiency improvement and presents specific application examples and their impact. It also highlights the challenges and success factors for integrating AI into existing corporate structures.

  • Kian Mossanen I CIO, CDO I Siemens Energy

The Agenda


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The brightest minds in the industry

Our speakers at digital day 2026

What happens when over 70 IT decision-makers share their best insights? Proven strategies, honest insights and ideas that will really drive your digital agenda forward.

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Areal Böhler | Düsseldorf

Our Location

Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf combines industrial charm with modern event facilities, creating an atmosphere that makes the day even more memorable.

Parking is available on site. And for those travelling from further afield, we have, of course, reserved an exclusive block of hotel rooms.

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