Main sponsor
We're excited to announce PRODYNA as the Platinum sponsor for the UK Digital Transformation Summit.
PRODYNA is an innovative software company creating software solutions with cross-industry knowledge along all digital touchpoints for small and large enterprises by using a customer-centric design approach.
They are a Platinum Magnolia Partner and together we've completed projects for the likes of British Car Auction, SEAT and Union Investment.
About the event
Digital Transformation projects are challenging, can carry potential risks with consequences and are iterative - they don't stop after step one.
In all our discussions, common topics arise and so we want to put them on the table for many to hear and discuss - the key theme being expert speakers who have addressed these problems many times and so have key insights and lessons learned to articulate.
Join us at our Digital Transformation Summit 2023 on November 15th at the prestigious British Library theatre with the ambition you return to work wiser, with a broader view and network to boot.
Key topics include optimisation before and after change, data readiness for all things AI/p13n, approaches that care for staff as well as technology, being sustainable as well as constantly ready for change.
Companies registered:
Keynote by Monty Halls
About
Monty Halls is a broadcaster, speaker, naturalist, former Royal Marine, marine biologist, travel writer and leadership specialist. His experience covers over two decades of leading teams in some of the most remote environments on earth, presenting wildlife and adventure documentaries, and working with blue chip companies both in the UK and overseas.
Why join?
To see Monty Halls
If you don’t know him, you do, you just didn’t know it. He is the most incredible person who has been a Royal Marine Officer, working with Nelson Mandela, he has a masters in Marine biology, he is a broadcaster, flag bearer of all things nature and now an inspirational speaker - on topics such as Leadership and Team Building.
To level-up
We rely heavily on others who have trodden before us to guide us. This Summit is packed full of those people who will enlighten you with insight from their experience and leave you with more value to take back to your businesses and direct introductions to common allies that you didn’t know you had.
To be inspired
Consider new innovative technology, new approaches, and new modes of operandi. Plus absorb life-changing quotes and be humbled by the impactful work Good Things Foundation is doing for those less advantaged to help them with digital adoption. Thought-provoking and actionable outcomes.
Session sponsors
We help large companies in their digital transformation process, developing and executing the most innovative and scalable projects, from strategy to operations.
We specialise in the design and engineering of mission-critical digital solutions that accelerate performance and drive successful business outcomes.
We focus on system integration, process automation and information management, we optimise operations, enhance customer experiences and drive growth.
Real-time personalization and optimization platform to analyze customer data and use it to personalize and optimize the experience with recommendations.
Agenda*
Magnolia welcome
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Darren Hitchcock General Manager for UKI @Magnolia
Session 1 - A proven approach to digital transformation
An overview of a proven approach on designing and implementing enterprise software including Magnolia projects. Topics covered will be: T&M vs fixed price, the importance of requirements engineering, technical architecture and POCs, iterative and agile methodology and DevOps.
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Alvin Blewitt Senior Architect @Prodyna
Keynote - Lessons from beyond the horizon
With humour and a light touch, Monty navigates the highs and lows of teamwork, adversity and leadership. His thought-provoking speeches compel audiences to reflect on themselves, whether as individuals, teams, leaders, or organisations.
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Monty Halls Broadcaster, speaker, naturalist, former Royal Marine, marine biologist, travel writer & leadership specialist
Session 2 - Pragmatic Applications of Generative AI
Discover how artificial intelligence is being integrated into various business situations and explore real-world use cases demonstrating the power of AI. From the cutting-edge tools available to transformative real-world applications, the talk will unveil some no-nonsense utilisation scenarios for AI that can be implemented with low cost, but provide a quick return on investment.
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Peter Zentai CTO @One Beyond
Session 3 - 5 KEY lessons learned in 25 years of Digital Transformation
A journey of getting customer loyalty right - through Trust, Insights, Culture, Innovation and leveraging API's and ontology in getting it right. Through use cases and real examples, take away lessons learned and innovative concepts to your transformation programs.
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Vikram Setia CEO @Infomentum
Session 4 - The rise and fall of Wilko - how did their SEO gaps play a part?
Undoubtedly, many businesses are closely observing the decline of Wilko. Luke has conducted an in-depth analysis to understand the role played by their SEO strategies and on-site decisions in this downfall. He will shed light on Wilko's mistakes and guide you in ensuring that the solutions he suggests are applicable to your own brand.
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Luke Carthy eCommerce SEO & Conversion Consultant @LukeCarthy.com
Session 5 - Get YOUR data ready for scalable AI
Magnolia has just released their AI accelerator that lets you generate, classify, and personalise new content. That’s fantastic, but what if you want to go a step further and let AI services use your existing private company and maybe even customer specific data to drive the user experience to new heights? This presentation will discuss what is needed to bring existing data into a form that can be used efficiently and safely to implement services such as AI driven enterprise search and process automation.
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David Wainwright Principal Consultant Data & AI @Prodyna
Session 6 - How Parkdean Resorts drive relevance through cross-channel marketing
Join us as we analyse Parkdean Resorts' award-winning big sales campaign that leveraged a unified approach across multiple marketing channels to drive engagement, conversions, and revenue growth. We'll discuss the strategies employed, key metrics and learnings along the way on their journey to provide a seamless customer experience that increases bookings and reduces costs.
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Frank Brooks Head of EMEA Marketing @dotdigital -
Gaby Orlich Business Development Manager @freshrelevance
Session 7 - Improving LIVES through digital
Our vision is a world where everyone benefits from digital. We want people to be digitally able, equal and safe, so they can be happier, healthier and better off.
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Chad Chandramohan CTO @Good Things Foundation
Session 8 - Strategies, speed & success: Insights from VASS & a CIO's perspective
VASS is excited to share the stage with seasoned CIO and, most recently, the Senior Vice President of Technology at LIV Golf, Pat Colombo. Pat brings a wealth of knowledge from his two decades of experience in digital leadership roles, and he’ll be sharing invaluable insights from his lessons in world of digital transformation.
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Pat Colombo SVP Technology @Liv Golf -
James Lees Director of Key Accounts @VASS
Customer panel - lessons learned - ask the experts
Let's ask our very own Customers for their views on what they worried about and how they navigated around it BUT also on what they wouldn't do next time.
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Luke Trueman Director of Customer Success @Magnolia -
Joanna Montgomery Head of Digital @Butlin's -
Peter Myers Head of Content (International) @Avis Budget Group -
Basheer Shahul Founder and CTO @IRB Aurtarky -
Guy Hipwell Experienced C Suite Board Level Director @Harrods @Liberty
Wrap-up & competiton
Use #MagsDTS when you post about the event to enter our draw to win a ReMarkable 2. Stay tuned for more details...
- Darren Hitchcock General Manager for UKI @Magnolia
Exhibitor sponsors
Algolia empowers Builders with the Search and Recommendation services they need to build world-class experiences.
Priocept helps organisations to create digital products and services – we design, build and run web platforms for some of Europe’s leading companies.
Bynder’s DAM helps teams collaborate in the cloud, get content to market faster, and maximize the impact of marketing assets.
Location
Venue
Knowledge Centre, The British Library
Date & Time
Wednesday 15th November 2023
09:30-late
Nearest stations:
Kings Cross, St. Pancras & Euston
About us
Magnolia is a leading digital experience software company. We help brands outsmart their competition through better customer experiences and faster DX projects.
Get full headless flexibility and seamless workflows across best-of-breed digital experience stacks.
Global leaders such as Tesco, Avis, American Express, and the New York Times all rely on Magnolia for maximum reliability, high-speed project implementation, and exceptional omnichannel experiences.