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Agenda Outline

15/10

Day 1
Gear Up Day

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Gear-up Workshops
Paid additionally

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16/10

Day 2
Conference Day

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
2 Parallel Stages + Additional Tracks, including: Keynote Presentations, Case Studies, Panel Discussions, Lightning Talks, Case Study, Tools & Platforms Showcase

8:00 PM
Networking Party

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17/10

Conference Day

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2 Parallel Stages + Additional Tracks, including: Keynote Presentations, Case Studies, Panel Discussions, Lightning Talks, Case Study, Tools & Platforms Showcase

Check detailed agenda ➞
Take part in OPER8IT Conference ➞

Key Conference Values You Can Count On

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Selected attendees

Heads, Manager, Experts, Architects, Analysts from all over Poland, working in major international IT organizations. Connect with enterprise IT decision maker.

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Engaging networking

Connecting and building long-lasting relations with the best in IT business.

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Focus on content

Practical knowledge, case studies, success and failure stories. Gain insights from presentations by industry practitioners and thoughts leaders.

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Impact on IT industry

Create trends in the IT industry at the best conference for IT Managers in Poland.

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Brand exposure

Show your company among selected attendees accumulated in one space.

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Reach IT talent

Meet people with who you will create the future of IT.

Participate in Gear-up Day

Share your insights with other participants

Join inspiring Conference

What do we care the most?

Agenda and relevant program

50+% of the program is based on real-life case studies from modern and best-in-class organizations presented by IT Operations Managers and practitioners.

Networking and Learning from the best in class

You will have a chance to meet and spend 2 days with 300 IT operations community representing companies like 3M, Fujitsu, Formula1, Bosch, Amazon, ABB, BNP, and many, many more.

Dynamic and interactive format

Various formats including dynamic presentations, panel discussions, interviews, short workshops, and interactive roundtables.

Vendor-neutral and vendor open tracks

You will have a chance to choose if you want to learn from top IT Operations vendors or focus on gaining knowledge from other practitioners and IT Ops Managers.

 

 

 

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You can count on interesting and various program formats such as:

Keynote

Prepare to be inspired by some of the brightest minds in the industry with our Keynote sessions. These dynamic and engaging presentations provide a unique opportunity to learn from the best and brightest in the business. Featuring top industry leaders and experts, each Keynote session is designed to inspire and inform, offering valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices.

Gear-up workshops

To participate in the Gear-Up workshops, you must be the holder of an "All-in-One" ticket.

Gear-up workshops are all day programs, that focus on practical aspects of IT Manager role. You will have a unique opportunity to participate in professional workshops and develop skills you need to be ready for tomorrow. Workshops are conducted in small groups - thanks to this you will gain more knowledge and skills.

 

Find out more about this additional activity during the conference.

 

Workshops will be conducted in small groups with focus on practices and discussions – there will be one rule – minimum theory.

CASE STUDY

Learn from real-world solutions and best practices with our case study presentations, featuring examples from top global and Polish tech organizations. Led by practicing IT managers and experts in their fields, each presentation will provide an in-depth look at a specific challenge or opportunity and how it was successfully addressed. You'll gain valuable insights and practical tips that you can apply to your own work, as well as inspiration from the success stories of others.

POWERSKILLS PRESENTATION

Get ready for a high-energy, fast-paced learning experience with our dynamic 20-minute presentations, each one focused on a specific competency of the IT Manager of the future. Led by top experts in their fields, each presentation will deliver powerful insights and practical tips on a specific skill or topic.

PANEL DISCUSSION

Join our expert moderators and panelists as they share their knowledge and experience on the most pressing challenges facing IT managers today. Our dynamic panel discussions delve into a wide range of topics, providing attendees with valuable insights and practical strategies that can be applied to their own organizations. Engage in thought-provoking conversations, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the latest trends and innovations in the IT industry. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with leading experts and learn from their successes and failures.

SOLUTION STUDY

Discover cutting-edge technological and business solutions and get an inside look at how they work in our "Solution Study" presentations, led by our partners. These engaging and informative sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn about the latest tools and techniques being used in the IT industry. Each presentation focuses on a specific solution, providing valuable insights into its features, benefits, and practical applications. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional or simply interested in the latest trends and innovations, our "Solution Study" presentations are not to be missed. Led by experienced practitioners and experts in their field, each session offers a deep dive into the inner workings of some of the most advanced solutions on the market today.

CONLEA ZONE

Join engaging and interactive sessions, where you can connect with fellow attendees and dive deep into the most pressing challenges facing IT Managers and organizations today.

At each table, you'll join a group of 8-10 peers and a skilled moderator to discuss a specific topic related to the conference keytopics.

The World Cafe format allows for an intimate, conversational atmosphere where you can share your experiences, ideas, and insights, and learn from the diverse perspectives of others. You'll come away from these sessions with new connections, fresh perspectives, and practical solutions to help you tackle the complex issues you face as an IT leader.

We are talking about the most relevant topics

The main goal of OPER8IT conference is to show the need for transformation of IT Operations in the times where a fusion of technologies has blurred the lines between physical and digital realms and usage of technologies like robotics, Cloud, AI etc. The world economy is changing and IT plays a vital role in the success of the business in the XXI century being part of it.

Competence and Talent Management

Analyzing methods for managing competences, knowledge, and talents within IT teams, including recruitment strategies, skill development, and retention of key employees.

SRE and Observability

Examining the roles of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and observability techniques in ensuring high availability and performance of IT systems.



ITSM and DevOps Integration

Discussing IT service management and service-oriented approaches, including the integration of DevOps methodologies to enhance collaboration between development and operations teams.

Infrastructure, Automation and Cloud Management

Exploring cloud processes, including the implementation of automated processes to optimize resource management, enhance scalability, strengthen security, and ensure continuous service availability across cloud environments.

Security Operation Centers (SOC)

Analyzing the functions and tasks of Security Operation Centers (SOC), including threat monitoring, incident response, and strategies for protecting against cyberattacks.



RPA and Machine Learning

Exploring the applications of Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Machine learning in the context of IT operations and their impact on efficiency, innovation, and security.



Supplier and Partner Management

Managing suppliers and partners, including contract negotiations, risk assessment, and building effective business relationships.


AI in IT Operations

Investigating the role of artificial intelligence in IT operations, including process automation, anomaly detection, failure prediction, and resource optimization.


IT Operations Transformation

Examining the processes of IT operations transformation, including the implementation of modern technologies, new operational models, and change management in IT organizations.

Speakers of OPER8IT previous editions

Anna Streżyńska
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Anna Streżyńska

CEO @ MC2 Innovations, Former Minister of Digital Affairs

Andrzej
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Andrzej "Wodzu" Kruczyński

Former GROM officer, a participant in special operations and foreign missions.

Jarosław Klimentowski
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Jarosław Klimentowski

Air traffic controller

Miłka Raulin
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Miłka Raulin

Conqueror of the Crown of the Earth, 3rd and youngest Polish woman with the Greenland Traverse, traveler, author of books

Sander Hoogendoorn
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Sander Hoogendoorn

CTO @ ibood.com, Software Craftsman, Writer

Bartosz Pucek
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Bartosz Pucek

CEO @ Forward Operators AI Lab | Newsletter Author | Angel Investor | Host of Technologicznie Podcast

Monika Kryńska
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Monika Kryńska

Service Management Lead @ Formula 1

Stefan Brahmer
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Stefan Brahmer

Head of Sales / Senior Solution Architect for Troubleshooting Excellence implementation projects @ Sim4People ApS

Ewelina Brukszta
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Ewelina Brukszta

Director of IT Systems Development and Maintenance @ ERGO Hestia

Leszek Strańczyk
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Leszek Strańczyk

Lead Architect @ Żabka

Wojciech Wereszko
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Wojciech Wereszko

Creator and owner of True Leader, former officer of the GROM and Formoza Military Unit

Robert Pławiak
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Robert Pławiak

CDIO / CTO @ Polpharma

Maciej Chwiłoc
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Maciej Chwiłoc

Technology Director / CTO @ Grupa Pracuj S.A.

Michał Behan
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Michał Behan

Head of IT Operations @ Santander

Justyna Tyrka
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Justyna Tyrka

R&D Senior Manager @ Fujitsu Poland

Michał Godlewski
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Michał Godlewski

CTO @ Grupa Morizon-Gratka

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