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Success factors for complex IT projects

Every 7th company in Styria still sees digitalization as a threat in 2025.
No typo! This positions Styria as the digital laggard in Austria. And regarding AI? Over 82% of companies are (still) steering clear of it – treating artificial intelligence just like a hype and not like a game-changer.

Digitalization and AI are no longer "nice-to-haves" – they’ve become the new foundation for securing the future in a dynamic economic environment. Especially in industries that haven’t traditionally been seen as digital pioneers, enormous opportunities are emerging. And yet, Austria – and particularly Styria – is failing to tap into its vast potential.

But why?

Together with the KWB Energiesysteme GmbH, we will dive into this at our meetup on May 14th!

Register now!

Type

On-site

Date

May 14, 2025

Time

4:30 - 7:00

Host

Unicorn Innovation Hub (Graz)

Why does skepticism toward new technologies persist so strongly in Styria? What holds traditional companies back from embracing digital innovation? And most importantly: Where can they find the necessary know-how and expertise?

Together with our partner, KWB Energiesysteme GmbH, we’re diving deep into these questions. True to their motto: “New paths are created by walking them!”

You can look forward to inspiring keynotes with David Oblak (Head of Digitalization @KWB Energiesysteme GmbH), Michael Moser (Delivery Manager @Cloudflight) and Prof. Hans Lercher (Entrepreneur & Department Head Innovation Management @Campus02), as well as time for networking while enjoying delicious food and drinks!

Program

from 4.30 pm

Doors open & interactive project stations

5.00 - 5.10 pm

Welcoming by Cloudflight

5.10 - 5.40 pm

“Sacred cows make the best steaks” 

 

Prof. Hans Lercher dives into the reasons why existing business models in today’s economy need to be challenged and developed further. But what options are there and what is the most successful way to handle the process? What obstacles have to be mastered? And what do sacred cows have to do with it?

5.40 - 6.00 pm

“Success factors for complex IT projects”

 

David Oblak (KWB Energiesysteme GmbH) and Michael Moser (Cloudflight) provide first-hand insights into how the successful development from an innovative heating system manufacturer to a data-driven, smart service provider works in practice. What factors led to success? And what were the key learnings?

6.00 - 6.25 pm

Open Panel Discussion: “Are Styrian companies afraid of innovation?” 

from 6.25 pm

Buffet & Networking

 

We end the evening with delicious food, drinks and networking.

Limited seats available

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