CIO Speaker’s Café: Data architecture and AI/Cloud Infrastructure

AGENDA

16.00 Welcome & Registration CIO Speaker’s Café

16.15 Introduction by Peter Vermeylen, Chairman CIOforum

16.30 Data quality as an enabler for smooth business operations at NMBS, by Johan De Waele, Head of Supply Chain at NMBS (supported by Amista)

Digital transformation and AI ambitions can only succeed when built on reliable data foundations. At NMBS, high data quality is seen as a business enabler. Johan shares insights on embedding master data governance within supply chain operations to unlock smarter decision-making, automation, and effective operations.

17.15 Data, Trust, and Veterinarians: How PharmaPets Built a European Leader in Pet Pharmacy by Sven De Waele, Chief Digital Officer at PharmaPets,Vetostore and Tom&Co, E-commerce & Omnichannel expert and founder of PharmaPets (supported by Gumption)

Sven tells the story of how data and veterinary expertise combine to create a new model for animal health. In just six years, PharmaPets grew to become the largest online pet pharmacy in Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. In this case , you’ll discover how data-driven insights help drive better decisions and how veterinarian trust is crucial for building credibility with pet parents. The story demonstrates how technology, data, AI and professional expertise reinforce each other in a rapidly growing digital healthcare environment. With one clear ambition: making animal health accessible to everyone.

18.00 Closing keynote: The Sliding Window: Why AI Slides Move, but Impact Doesn’t, by Jan Meskens, independent expert (supported by Juvo)

Jan helps organizations turn AI and data strategies into real, executable change. With over a decade of experience across multiple industries as an independent data and AI expert, he works at the intersection of data strategy, AI, architecture, and execution, focusing on what truly moves organizations from pilots and roadmaps to measurable impact.

Jan also teaches AI and data strategy in both academic programs (including UCLL, PXL, and UHasselt) and professional training programs. He is passionate about making complex ideas clear and actionable, often using simple stick-figure drawings to explain complex concepts.

18.45 Closing of the event by Peter Vermeylen, Chairman CIOforum

19.00 Networking opportunity accompanied by food and drinks

21.00 End of Event

ABOUT THE EVENT PARTNERS

Amista is a growing IT services company and software provider. Our portfolio encompasses market-leading business solutions, with a focus on SAP ERP platforms, Technology & Integrations and Intelligent Document Processing. As a strategic IT expert, we don’t just talk transformation – we make it happen. From optimizing operations to enabling innovation, we drive businesses forward with cutting-edge SAP expertise and game-changing solutions. With a team of 250 specialists in consultancy and development, we have a strong presence across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, with additional hubs in the USA, India and Hungary. https://www.amista.com   Dynapps is the largest Odoo implementation partner in the world. With 260+ experts across Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, and France, Dynapps digitalises business processes for companies ready to move beyond complexity. Through a hands-on, partnership-driven approach, Dynapps doesn’t just implement software – it helps businesses work smarter, scale faster, and stay ahead. www.dynapps.eu   Flexso has been co-innovating with its customers since 2004. As a leading SAP Gold partner, we provide businesses with end-to-end solutions that help them maximize the value of their SAP investments. That’s how we support them on their road to digital transformation, guaranteeing the ultimate peace of mind. By combining the best solutions with the best people, Flexso has built a solid reputation in the market, which is reflected by the many valuable long-term partnerships we cultivate with customers, partners as well as employees. https://www.flexso.com/nl   Gumption supports driven entrepreneurs and starters who offer innovative solutions and services for digital transformation and process improvement. Through financial, strategic and operational support, Gumption gives them space to focus on essential matters: people, customers, services and business development. As a business group, Gumption wants to be the sparring partner and source of inspiration for business and IT executives. https://www.gumption.eu/nl   JUVO is your trusted partner in turning data into business value across Belgium and the Netherlands. From strategy to implementation, we empower organizations to unlock the full potential of their data through cutting-edge Application Development, Data & AI services, and Intelligent Operations. With a strong focus on results, governance, and innovation, JUVO helps you stay ahead in a fast changing digital world. We make data profitable! https://juvo.be/   Plainsight accelerates data and AI roadmaps by guiding organizations from strategy to implementation of high-value analytics and AI use cases. Backed by a multidisciplinary team of data strategists, data engineers, analytics engineers, and AI engineers, they combine strategic clarity with hands-on delivery to build scalable data platforms, modern analytics capabilities, and AI solutions that create measurable business impact. www.plainsight.pro