On September 26, 2024, BOBST hosted an exceptional event, bringing together industry leaders to discuss Data security.
The day began with a warm welcome from Guillaume Noël and Joëlle Tosetti, setting the stage for a series of insightful presentations and discoveries.
The academic vision from
Jean-Pierre Hubaux from EPFL captivated the audience with his presentation on federated AI and privacy-preserving technologies. He demonstrated how AI can analyze sensitive data without sharing it, using advanced methods like secure multiparty computation and homomorphic encryption. He also discussed use cases in personalized healthcare and secure collaborative data analysis.
Sharing experience with BOBST
Next, Léonard Badet, CTO of BOBST, discussed the company’s strategic initiatives in digital transformation. He highlighted how BOBST integrates innovative solutions to enhance connectivity, sustainability, and agility in manufacturing.
Andrej Sobkowski, IoT Product Development Director at BOBST, introduced the BOBST Connect platform, a next-generation IoT solution offering advanced real-time data management and enhanced security. He explained how the platform revolutionizes industrial process management by connecting equipment to a secure cloud environment. A live demo showcased how the platform can help in achieving operational excellence and flexibility.
The take away of technical specialists
Damian Vizar, Data Security Expert at CSEM, focused on securing firmware and data in the IoT world. He illustrated the security challenges faced by connected devices and provided concrete solutions to ensure data integrity and confidentiality and emphasized the need for continuous security updates and monitoring to safeguard against emerging threats.
Antoine Jeanrichard, Co-founder of Digiinov, shared his experience in digitizing Swiss factories and the challenges of implementing secure digital solutions. He presented real-world examples of innovation and emphasized the importance of data integration and cybersecurity in transforming manufacturing processes. He also highlighted the importance of data ownership, encrypted communication, and strong authentication mechanisms.
And finally,
Mario Fürst from Siemens delivered the last presentation by discussing digital applications for the shop floor. He demonstrated how IT and OT integration can transform production lines, improving quality, safety, and productivity through AI and automation-based solutions.
How did the 50 participants concluded the day ?
They concluded it with a friendly networking apéro, where participants had the opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations. This event was a true celebration of innovation, showcasing the technological advancements shaping the industry of tomorrow.
We invite you to relive these highlights through the photo gallery below, capturing the essence of this inspiring day at BOBST.
