In September, the Fresenius Digital Technology Leadership Summit took place for the first time and promises to be a groundbreaking event for IT executives. The summit aims to establish a dynamic platform for global collaboration, providing leaders with the opportunity to gain new insights, develop innovative strategies, and draw inspiration for the future. This significant gathering of 50 top executives from around the world in Bad Homburg marks a promising beginning for future meetings.
The Leadership Summit at Fresenius Digital Technology kicked off with a bang as Sara Hennicken, Fresenius Group CFO, shared insights into the future of the global business. Ingo Elfering, Group CIO, and Dr. Sebastian Goebel, Managing Director Fresenius Digital Technology, emphasized the balance between what we "must do" and what we "can do." The highlight was the engaging talk by external speaker Nick Sohnemann, who brought "moonshot" ideas to the forefront. Partners from SAP and Capgemini also shed light on the exciting opportunities arising from these strategic partnerships.
In an era of globalization, networking and collaboration are of great importance. The Leadership Summit provides a unique opportunity for leaders and FDT partners from around the globe to exchange in-depth knowledge and collaboratively develop sustainable initiatives for the future. FDT is aware of the evolving challenges faced by executives and believes in the power of open dialogue. This new platform empowers leaders to provide feedback, express concerns, and contribute improvement suggestions.
Sara Hennicken emphasized the instrumental role of IT in achieving #FutureFresenius goals, driving initiatives for scalability, efficiency and digitalization. Group CIO Ingo Elfering and Dr. Sebastian Goebel discussed the transformation of IT management, successfully implementing innovation projects and introducing a new IT sourcing model. The focus was on the balance between cost efficiency and innovation, inspiring leaders to take this drive back to their teams.
Nick Sohnemann's talk delved into the concept of "moonshots" in healthcare, stressing the need for ambitious goals to drive change. The shift from "treating illnesses" to "wellcare" and collaborative innovations from various sectors highlighted a future where healthcare is more preventive. Inspiring examples included sensor-equipped car seats and 3D-printed hospitals. The key takeaway: embracing trends and the courage to turn ideas into reality.