Giorgi is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience spanning both Development and Operations. His expertise covers a wide range from baremetal infrastructure to advanced automation of cloud, Agile transformations, container orchestration, Platform Engineering, SRE, Incident Management, and Cloud Native maturity.

Beside his professional work, Giorgi is a passionate community leader. He serves as an CNCF Ambassador, AWS Community Builder & User Group Leader in Tbilisi, CNCF Chapter Lead and Golden Kubestronaut, CDF Ambassador, IEEE Senior Member, and Ambassador for the Institute of DevOps. He actively organizes meetups and workshops to foster awareness and growth in DevOps, SRE and Platform Engineering across the Georgian tech community and beyond.

Giorgi is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience spanning both Development and Operations. His expertise covers a wide range from baremetal infrastructure to advanced automation of cloud, Agile transformations, container orchestr... Show more

Sou um profissional apaixonado pela busca contínua da melhoria e pela exploração de desafios em contextos multiculturais e multidisciplinares. Minha abordagem à liderança ultrapassa as equipes, visando à gestão assertiva dos fluxos de trabalho e ao equilíbrio entre demandas e capacidades para atingir a eficácia.

Com experiência generalista em desenvolvimento e manutenção de software, meu foco principal está nas necessidades dos clientes, especialmente no planejamento e na execução de projetos nacionais e internacionais. Tive a oportunidade de colaborar eficazmente com diversos países, incluindo Brasil, Argentina, Chile, Colômbia, Peru, México, França e Estados Unidos.

Atualmente, estou imerso na indústria de celulose e papel, desempenhando um papel ativo na criação de um novo ambiente digital. Aplico métodos como o Kanban e o F4P para direcionar nossa organização rumo à centralidade do cliente

Sou um profissional apaixonado pela busca contínua da melhoria e pela exploração de desafios em contextos multiculturais e multidisciplinares. Minha abordagem à liderança ultrapassa as equipes, visando à gestão assertiva dos fluxos de trabalho e ao e... Show more

Renato Ucha é empreendedor, mentor e palestrante. É apaixonado por agilidade, liderança e desenvolvimento humano. Formado em administração de empresas, certificado em gestão de projetos ágeis e waterfall, especializado em gestão da estratégia pelo Insper e com MBA em gestão de pessoas pela FGV. Foi Conselheiro de Segurança de Cidade Ademar, presidiu a Associação Perímetro Urbano e atuou nas áreas de tecnologia e inovação em empresas como Banco Itaú, Itaú BBA, Bank of America, Ambev e Ford. É autor de livros como ”As Chaves para Destravar sua Carreira após os 30 anos", "5 ações diárias para se destacar em times ágeis" e "5 crenças corporativas que colocam em xeque seu trabalho com agilidade".

Renato Ucha é empreendedor, mentor e palestrante. É apaixonado por agilidade, liderança e desenvolvimento humano. Formado em administração de empresas, certificado em gestão de projetos ágeis e waterfall, especializado em gestão da estratégia pelo In... Show more

Madushka Dias is a Technical Architect at Long View Systems, a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and an ex-Microsoft professional with over 16 years of experience. Designing solutions across the broader Microsoft 365 ecosystem, he specializes in enterprise voice, PSTN connectivity, and cloud communications. He guides organizations through complex voice migrations, Session Border Controller (SBC) architecture across platforms like Ribbon and AudioCodes, and Microsoft Teams Phone deployments, aligning legacy telephony requirements with modern cloud strategy.

Madushka Dias is a Technical Architect at Long View Systems, a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and an ex-Microsoft professional with over 16 years of experience. Designing solutions across the broader Microsoft 365 ecosystem, he specializes in ent... Show more

Mohit is a Sr SDE at Siemens, where he does research on multi-agent systems for Industrial and Physical AI — designing the agents and the evaluation stack (scorers and all) that measures whether they actually work. Before that he shipped production agentic AI at AWS — a tool-using agent for Amazon Ads and generative AI for HealthScribe in regulated clinical workflows. On his own time he's building Switchboard, born from a simple conviction: today's tooling treats agents as features you invoke, when they should be participants you address. He's here to argue that your agents need an @handle, not a toolbar slot.

Mohit is a Sr SDE at Siemens, where he does research on multi-agent systems for Industrial and Physical AI — designing the agents and the evaluation stack (scorers and all) that measures whether they actually work. Before that he shipped production a... Show more

Ryan McGee is the driving force behind Talos Software Solutions, specializing in assisting manufacturers in optimizing their businesses with the latest technologies and practices.

With almost two decades of experience in the ever changing software industry, Ryan has gained valuable insights into effective software development practices. By adopting a full lifecycle approach, Ryan is able to understand the total cost of building and maintaining software and is able to derive the highest value from software investments.

Throughout his career, he has remained steadfast in his dedication to deliver high value solutions that enhance people's daily work and cater to the needs of users.

Ryan McGee is the driving force behind Talos Software Solutions, specializing in assisting manufacturers in optimizing their businesses with the latest technologies and practices. With almost two decades of experience in the ever changing software... Show more

While earning her Master's degree in Computer Science, she and three fellow students founded their first company. She has been a software developer, project manager, consultant, leader and coach. Combining many years of practical experience with open-mindedness and up-to-date expertise, she is passionate about solving today's complex problems together with the people involved. She strives to make IT more diverse as a key to problem solving and good collaboration.

While earning her Master's degree in Computer Science, she and three fellow students founded their first company. She has been a software developer, project manager, consultant, leader and coach. Combining many years of practical experience with open... Show more

Over a decade of experience, Janae’s expertise lies in strategic account leadership and driving transformative change. She is dedicated to nurturing client relationships and ensuring that project deliverables align seamlessly with the client’s vision. As a DCE, she brings diverse perspectives to the team, guided by principles of integrity, transparency and collaboration. Her focus at Argano is leading pre-sales discovery sessions, crafting comprehensive roadmaps, and accountability for project delivery with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction and strategic alignment.

Over a decade of experience, Janae’s expertise lies in strategic account leadership and driving transformative change. She is dedicated to nurturing client relationships and ensuring that project deliverables align seamlessly with the client’s visi... Show more

Hardware security expert with 10+ years in RF hacking, drone security, and exploitation. Speaker at Seasides Goa. Formerly at Sony, now at Festo.

Hardware security expert with 10+ years in RF hacking, drone security, and exploitation. Speaker at Seasides Goa. Formerly at Sony, now at Festo. Show more

Louis Nguyen leads cybersecurity activities for FEV.io North America, supporting OEMs and Tier‑1+ suppliers across automotive, commercial vehicles, EV charging, and critical infrastructure. In this role, he is responsible for both technical delivery and the strategic growth of FEV.io’s cybersecurity offerings in the North American market.
Over the past years, Louis has built and led a multidisciplinary cybersecurity team at FEV.io delivering engineering services across both red‑team and blue‑team domains including regulatory compliance, requirement engineering, penetration testing, and supply‑chain software security assurance. His work spans the full cybersecurity V‑cycle, from design and concept to development and validation. In his role, Louis continuously seeks innovative ways to enhance the quality and efficiency of cybersecurity processes. He is committed to helping organizations navigate the growing convergence of IT, OT, and automotive cybersecurity.

Louis Nguyen leads cybersecurity activities for FEV.io North America, supporting OEMs and Tier‑1+ suppliers across automotive, commercial vehicles, EV charging, and critical infrastructure. In this role, he is responsible for both technical delivery ... Show more

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within the Cloud Pak for Integration. In a previous life, he was Technical Lead for the IBM Integration Bus Industry Team, delivering the Healthcare, Retail and Manufacturing Packs. He also worked within the MQSeries and Message Broker Development teams in IBM Hursley when starting at IBM in 1997, working on many core parts of these products, notably the Message Broker API, Pattern Authoring and Message Broker Explorer.

Contact details: domstorey @uk.ibm.com

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within th... Show more

Matthias Surovcik is an internationally active keynote speaker, consultant and multiple published author specializing in Electrical Compliance Leadership and Electrical Safety. He supports organizations worldwide in building legally sound, audit-proof and practical electrical responsibility structures. Drawing on more than 15 years of international experience, his keynotes bridge the gap between engineering, compliance and executive responsibility—delivering actionable insights with clarity, expertise and engaging real-world perspectives.

Matthias Surovcik is an internationally active keynote speaker, consultant and multiple published author specializing in Electrical Compliance Leadership and Electrical Safety. He supports organizations worldwide in building legally sound, audit-proo... Show more

Prathyusha Mondru is a results-driven Project Engineer and Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with experience in managing end-to-end power generation, infrastructure, and operational projects across various sectors, including construction, utilities, technology, and banking. She currently serves as a Project Engineer 2 at HOLT CAT, where she oversees project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution for city and county power generation initiatives, delivering Caterpillar generator systems for critical infrastructure, including hospitals, fire stations, and municipal facilities. Her role includes coordinating cross-functional teams, managing contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and leading installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
Previously, Prathyusha worked as a Project Consultant at Wipro, supporting business analysis, process improvement, stakeholder communication, and project reporting. She has also held roles as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Texas, where she supported graduate-level Project Management and Technology Innovation courses, and as an Operations Analyst at Genpact, driving KPI-based performance analysis and process optimization. Earlier in her career, she served as a Quality Assurance Officer at ICICI Bank, contributing to large-scale digital banking and compliance initiatives.
Prathyusha holds a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from the University of North Texas, an MBA from Osmania University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Malla Reddy Engineering College. She is an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the PMI Dallas Chapter, and she brings a strong combination of technical expertise, structured project management, and cross-functional collaboration to complex, high-impact projects.

Prathyusha Mondru is a results-driven Project Engineer and Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with experience in managing end-to-end power generation, infrastructure, and operational projects across various sectors, including constructio... Show more

Senior Solution Architect with 10 years of hands-on experience in Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, and Commerce. I've led implementations across retail, fashion, food and beverage, manufacturing, and logistics, delivering multi-country rollouts spanning the US, UK, Italy, and Brazil. My current focus is on agentic AI architecture in the Dynamics ecosystem, building composable agent patterns using MCP, Copilot Studio, and the Power Platform. I hold MB-300, PL-200, PL-900, and AI-900 certifications.

Day to day, I split my time between technical presales and active delivery. I work directly with users to uncover pain points, design solutions that hold up past go-live, and mentor consultants coming up in the ecosystem.

As a speaker, my goal is simple: share knowledge, provide practical tools, and spark a smile. Because if you're smiling, I know the first two have landed.

Senior Solution Architect with 10 years of hands-on experience in Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, and Commerce. I've led implementations across retail, fashion, food and beverage, manufacturing, and logistics, delivering multi-country rollouts sp... Show more

Aravindh Sadhanandham is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in mechanical design and development, including over a decade specializing in semiconductor capital equipment systems. He currently serves at Veeco Instruments Inc. in San Jose, California, where his work focuses on contamination-sensitive semiconductor systems, materials, and surface engineering, contamination-control engineering, and precision opto-mechanical integration for advanced manufacturing environments.
Throughout his career, Aravindh has contributed to engineering and product development initiatives at leading organizations, including Veeco Instruments, KLA, HCL Technologies, and Infosys Ltd. His experience spans the full product lifecycle, from concept development and new product introduction through system integration and product release. He brings strong expertise in particle contamination reduction, outgassing mitigation, root cause analysis, reliability improvement, large assembly development, and facility interface engineering.
Aravindh is also active in applied research and scholarly quality assurance. His research interests include semiconductor contamination control, materials reliability, outgassing behavior, and AI-assisted engineering decision-support frameworks. He has published technical work in the MDPI Coatings Journal and contributes to peer-review activities for engineering journals and conferences. His combined industry and research experience positions him as a strong technical contributor in advanced manufacturing, semiconductor equipment development, and contamination-controlled system design.

Aravindh Sadhanandham is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in mechanical design and development, including over a decade specializing in semiconductor capital equipment systems. He currently serves at Veeco Instrument... Show more

I've spent the better part of 25 years helping organizations figure out what to do with their data — long before "digital transformation" was a buzzword.

Today, that means connecting shop floors to the cloud, wiring up factories with real-time intelligence, and helping teams actually act on the data they've been collecting for years. My sweet spot is the messy middle: where OT meets IT, where legacy systems meet AI, and where strategy meets the floor.

At Deloitte, I work across industrial IoT, Unified Namespace architectures, AIOps, and edge-to-cloud design — usually for manufacturers who are serious about getting smarter. Before that: co-founded two startups, built IoT platforms at scale, led a 30-person dev team across three continents at IBM, and deployed solutions for everyone from railroads to water utilities to oil fields.

I've also written a few books along the way (8 so far — from portlets to industrial IoT), spoken at industry conferences across Europe, and hold a commercial drone pilot license in both the US and the EU, which frankly has nothing to do with my day job, but it's cool.

If you're wrestling with industrial data, smart manufacturing, AI adoption, or just trying to connect the shop floor to something useful — let's talk.

I've spent the better part of 25 years helping organizations figure out what to do with their data — long before "digital transformation" was a buzzword. Today, that means connecting shop floors to the cloud, wiring up factories with real-time int... Show more

Karan Singh Jain is a visionary engineering leader with over 14 years of experience driving innovation and excellence in product development, process optimization, and hardware engineering within world-class organizations, including Apple and Texas Instruments. His contributions have resulted in 19 active U.S. patents and more than 35 pending patents, underscoring his deep technical expertise and inventive approach.
At Apple, Karan has served in senior leadership roles, currently as Senior Hardware Engineering Manager, where he develops and executes global strategic visions for Human Interfaces, aligning them with organizational goals. His work has delivered groundbreaking technologies, including new camera control features for the iPhone 16, advanced sensor technologies for HomePods, and innovative interaction systems for AirPods and Siri Remote. Karan leads teams responsible for delivering multiple modules across Apple product lines. He has been instrumental in setting up state-of-the-art prototyping labs and automated testing setups that significantly reduced costs and development time.
Before his current role, Karan made impactful contributions as Hardware Engineering Manager and Senior Hardware Engineer at Apple, where he architected human interface sensors, developed proof-of-concept prototypes, and collaborated across diverse cross‑functional teams to bring cutting-edge features like the Touch + Force + Haptics system to life.
Before joining Apple, Karan worked as an Analog IC Design Engineer at Texas Instruments, where he designed Touch ICs for the iPhone 6 and 6s, USB‑C power delivery ICs, and Thunderbolt power delivery FETs. His innovations in analog front-end design led to multiple patents and accelerated product timelines.
Karan holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Communication from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology, Delhi. Known for his strong communication skills and passion for fostering a culture of continuous learning, Karan excels in leading high-performing teams to deliver transformative engineering solutions.

Karan Singh Jain is a visionary engineering leader with over 14 years of experience driving innovation and excellence in product development, process optimization, and hardware engineering within world-class organizations, including Apple and Texas I... Show more

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain professionals, guiding them through current industry trends and best practices. My academic foundation includes an M.Tech in Software Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur, which strengthens my ability to bridge research and practical applications. As an ASCM CSCP Fellow member, I actively contribute to industry discussions, staying at the forefront of AI-driven innovations in supply chain management. I am a dedicated researcher focused on optimizing supply chain operations using the latest AI and machine learning technologies. My work explores advanced predictive analytics, deep learning models, and AI-driven simulations to enhance efficiency, minimize disruptions, and drive intelligent decision-making in supply chain management.

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain prof... Show more

Robert B. Cohen is the CEO of a new startup, AI Economics. It analyzes the ROI of investments in AI models, especially AI agents. Cohen has previously served as economist and Senior Fellow at the Economic Strategy Institute (ESI), where he has led research on the impact of cloud computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI) on the U.S. economy. Most recently, he served as director of the TM Forum’s Enterprise Cloud Leadership Council.

Robert B. Cohen is the CEO of a new startup, AI Economics. It analyzes the ROI of investments in AI models, especially AI agents. Cohen has previously served as economist and Senior Fellow at the Economic Strategy Institute (ESI), where he has led re... Show more

Dr. Seema Sidhu is a transformative district leader and the 2026 AUHSD ACSA Central Office Administrator of the Year. Currently serving as the Director of Learning and Development for the Anaheim Union High School District, Dr. Sidhu oversees the strategic "braiding" of millions in state and federal programs to move the needle on equity and justice. A former English teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal, her career is defined by a refusal to accept the status quo of top-down governance. Dr. Sidhu is recognized for bringing innovation to compliance, dismantling administrative silos to institutionalize authentic democratic school governance. Her leadership in operationalizing the "Voice to Action" Equity Transformation Cycle has resulted in historic academic gains for English Learners and at-promise youth. A recipient of the Woman of Distinction Award from the California State Senate, Dr. Sidhu is a sought-after speaker on AI implementation, strategic planning, and the power of shared leadership. She holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of La Verne and is dedicated to equipping leaders with the tools to transform school systems and level up through student voice and agency.

Dr. Seema Sidhu is a transformative district leader and the 2026 AUHSD ACSA Central Office Administrator of the Year. Currently serving as the Director of Learning and Development for the Anaheim Union High School District, Dr. Sidhu oversees the str... Show more

Hi, I’m Syed Hussain. Working at Alpha Tiles - a foremost tile manufacturer and supplier in Dubai, UAE. We deal with all types of floor and wall tiles, Wholesaler, Distributors, Manufacturer, Importer, Exporter. Nothing is more fulfilling than being part of a team with similar interests, and an organization that values its employees.

Hi, I’m Syed Hussain. Working at Alpha Tiles - a foremost tile manufacturer and supplier in Dubai, UAE. We deal with all types of floor and wall tiles, Wholesaler, Distributors, Manufacturer, Importer, Exporter. Nothing is more fulfilling than being ... Show more

Dr. Bjoern E. Oleson is an accomplished IT professional with more than twenty years of experience in Application Life-Cycle Management (ALM). He currently serves as a Principal IT Consultant at Siemens Healthineers, where he possesses in-depth expertise in Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Code LLMS. Bjoern's qualifications include degrees in Computer Science and Biology, attesting to his extensive knowledge and versatility in the fields of science and technology. In addition, Bjoern is deeply interested in the Internet of Things and is a strong advocate of the transformative power of Generative AI. He is always enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge and experiences with others.

Dr. Bjoern E. Oleson is an accomplished IT professional with more than twenty years of experience in Application Life-Cycle Management (ALM). He currently serves as a Principal IT Consultant at Siemens Healthineers, where he possesses in-depth expert... Show more

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice.

During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module ever released. My ABAP code written in Walldorf is probably still used by many companies. I hired, trained and managed tens of great technical consultants. Then I spent 6 years in the IoT and Edge AI business, building technical team while taking care of business development and delivering custom hardware solutions to clients on 4 continents, using (again) many technologies and programming languages.

Today I am still not an expert in a narrow domain, but thanks to that I am proud to join my mother company as someone with commercial experience and expertise in SAP, IoT, AI and Software Development, to take care of the entire technology stack and serve over 130 professionals as a Chief Technology Officer.

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice. During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module eve... Show more

20 years of experience at the intersection of technology and business. Artur's career spans OEM product development with Asian manufacturers, SaaS solutions for enterprise clients, and hands-on experience at a Silicon Valley startup. Artur has deep expertise in implementing both hardware and software IT solutions in retail and trade environments, with a sharp focus on the musical instruments and professional live sound equipment markets. He holds an MBA in Marketing and is known for his rigorous approach to market research and go-to-market strategy development.

20 years of experience at the intersection of technology and business. Artur's career spans OEM product development with Asian manufacturers, SaaS solutions for enterprise clients, and hands-on experience at a Silicon Valley startup. Artur has deep e... Show more

Sumanto Kar is working as Assistant Project Manager at FOSSEE, IIT Bombay. He has worked extensively on eSim development, large-scale training, intern management, and technical projects related to simulation, PCB design, and optimization.

He is also currently pursuing his M. Tech. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at IIT Bombay. He did his B. E. in Electronics Engineering from Mumbai University.

Sumanto Kar is working as Assistant Project Manager at FOSSEE, IIT Bombay. He has worked extensively on eSim development, large-scale training, intern management, and technical projects related to simulation, PCB design, and optimization. He is al... Show more

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcare. A Columbia University graduate, Subbu co-innovated Project Green Sky with Microsoft's Energy team, demonstrating Real-Time Intelligence for environmental monitoring.

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcar... Show more

Ishan Kumar is the Founder of InTheBox, a startup reimagining packaging through technology. He is building a cloud-powered platform that enables businesses to design, visualize, and customize packaging with interactive 3D models, making the packaging process faster, more collaborative, and more accessible.

Currently pursuing Computer Science Engineering at Chitkara University, Ishan actively contributes to the developer and startup ecosystem through community leadership, mentoring, hackathons, and entrepreneurship initiatives. He has organized and supported numerous technical and innovation-focused events while working closely with students, founders, and developers.

Passionate about solving real-world problems with technology, Ishan enjoys sharing the engineering decisions, failures, and lessons learned while building products from the ground up. His talks focus on practical product development, cloud technologies, startup execution, and transforming traditional industries through modern software.

Ishan Kumar is the Founder of InTheBox, a startup reimagining packaging through technology. He is building a cloud-powered platform that enables businesses to design, visualize, and customize packaging with interactive 3D models, making the packaging... Show more

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor
Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefónica, BBVA, KMPG y Banco Santander. En su tiempo libre (y en sus horas de sueño) a fundado cuatro startups y co-organiza el MorcillaConf en Burgos.

Por otra parte, es Google Developer Expert en Cloud y cuenta con gran cantidad de certificaciones en diversas tecnologías.

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefó... Show more

Swami Venkatesh Mandepu is a seasoned PLM IT Architect with more than 19 years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management across the semiconductor, aerospace, and consumer packaged goods industries. His career spans extensive work in both the U.S. and India, delivering large-scale PLM initiatives involving upgrades, development, customisations, enhancements, and performance tuning for on-premises and Azure environments. Swami currently serves as a Teamcenter Systems Architect at Corning (via Four Colours Technology), where he leads enterprise-scale data export rules, multi-environment architecture design, secure data transfer implementation, SSO enablement, and roadmap planning for distributed Teamcenter environments. His work includes defining export rules for parts, BOMs, assemblies, and CAD models across NX, CATIA, and Pro-E, as well as managing file accessibility and certificate-based security controls. His prior roles include Teamcenter Solution Architect at PRORIGO and Deployment Architect at Four Colours Technology, where he focused on automation of enhancement deployments, environment roadmaps, technical specifications, disaster recovery, server deployment using open-source tools, and automating client installation through Chocolatey scripts. Previously, at Dart Container Corporation, Swami led major Teamcenter upgrade and enhancement activities, environment deployments, license management, DR planning, server architecture design, certificate rotations, and cross-functional collaboration with database, client engineering, user support, and security teams. He also executed smoke tests, SFB reviews, and environment provisioning via the Deployment Centre. His foundational PLM expertise was built through roles at Siemens, BE Aerospace, Prion, HAL, LMW, TCS, Applied Materials, Satyam, and Exultsoft, covering BMIDE template design, workflow development, handler coding, cloud-based PLM provisioning, PowerShell and Chef automation, CAD integration, licensing, dispatcher configuration, system troubleshooting, and custom script development across Windows, Linux, and UNIX environments

Swami Venkatesh Mandepu is a seasoned PLM IT Architect with more than 19 years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management across the semiconductor, aerospace, and consumer packaged goods industries. His career spans extensive work in both the U.S.... Show more

Akash Srivastava is a strategy and operations leader with extensive expertise in supply chain transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise value creation. He currently serves as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he leads high-impact engagements across the consumer and operations sectors. In this role, he advises senior executives on complex business challenges, develops transformation strategies, and drives sustainable performance improvements for global organizations. His work spans supply chain optimization, logistics redesign, and frontline productivity enhancement, combining data-driven insights with practical execution to improve operational efficiency and long-term organizational capabilities.
At McKinsey, Akash is also actively involved in mentoring teams, developing intellectual capital, and advancing innovative methodologies adopted across the firm’s global practice. Prior to McKinsey, he held consulting positions at Strategy& and KPMG, leading procurement transformations, digital operating model design, and cost optimization initiatives across industries including energy, metals, mining, and the public sector. Earlier, he worked at Tata Steel, where he managed mining operations and continuous improvement programs, building strong expertise in industrial systems and execution excellence. Akash holds an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from IIT.

Akash Srivastava is a strategy and operations leader with extensive expertise in supply chain transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise value creation. He currently serves as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he leads hig... Show more