AVEVA Panel Discussion for the
Consumer Products industry

25 June 2025
London

From strategy to execution: Embracing Digital-First in Consumer Products

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive and interactive session focused on Digital-First Strategies for the Consumer Products Industry, taking place on the 25th of June at AVEVA's office in London.

This engaging event will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and peers for a dynamic panel discussion and open dialogue on how digital transformation is reshaping the consumer products landscape.

Key discussion topics will include:
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Unlocking insights to enable faster, smarter strategic choices at plant and enterprise level.
  • Data Platform Considerations for Data-Driven Decision Making: Who are the players, what do they contribute, which are necessary?
  • Agile and Resilient Supply Chain: Balancing efficiency vs. responsiveness through connected systems and real-time data analytics.
  • Smart Factory & Automation: Integrating AI, IoT, and cloud solutions to optimize performance, attract and retain talent and ensure quality at scale.
  • Sustainable Manufacturing and Operations: Leveraging digital tools to support ESG goals, reduce energy consumption and drive sustainable growth.
Whether you're leading digital initiatives or looking to explore how a strong digital strategy can benefit your business, you’ll gain practical insights to move your business forward.

Agenda

Time  Session
09:30 - 10:00
Registration and Coffee
10:00 - 10:45  Welcome and Intro 
Ted Combs, Industry Principal - Consumer Products, AVEVA
10:40 - 11:45  Coffee Break
11:15 - 11:45 Customer presentation
Speaker TBC
11:45 - 12:45
Panel discussion - 
Maximising plant productivity and efficiency: Strategies for scalable growth​​


Speakers: Ted Combs, Daniel Simkiss, Lukasz Waszczuk 
13:00 - 14:30 Closing
13:00 - 14:30 Lunch and Networking


The event will conclude with a networking lunch, providing an opportunity to connect with industry peers, AVEVA experts, and customers to share experiences, insights, and best practices.

Reserve your place now and be part of a transformative conversation on the future of the Consumer Products industry.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Please note: space is limited. Confirmation will be sent upon approval.

Register here

Speakers

Speaker:

Ted Combs

Industry Principal, Consumer Products, AVEVA

Ted has fifteen years of experience working directly in the Consumer Products industry and over twenty-five years’ experience in Information and operations Technology.  He was Global VP for Consumer Products Solutions at SAP and Global Managing Director of Consumer Goods industry at Microsoft.  He has worked with many companies both large and small helping them discover value and transform digitally.  Ted earned a BA from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Speaker:

Daniel Simkiss 

British Sugar


Speaker:

Lukasz Waszczuk 

Olam Food Ingredients


Speaker TBC:

Firstname Lastname

Job Title, Organisation


                                                              How to get to the venue:

Venue: AVEVA's office
Address:
30 Cannon Street,
                 London EC4M 6AH 
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