Digital transformation without illusions: experts to share successes and failures at Steps to Digital Transformation Excellence 2025
Continue readingDigital transformation is no longer a question of if, but how. In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, organizations must embrace digital change to remain competitive. But where can business and IT leaders find proven strategies, tools, and real-world lessons to drive meaningful transformation? The Steps to Digital Transformation Excellence 2025 conference, taking place on November 5 at DoubleTree by Hilton in Warsaw, offers clear direction for companies seeking to turn technology into measurable value.
With a carefully curated agenda, the conference brings together top business and technology experts to share insights on how to craft transformation strategies, choose the right tools, and avoid the common pitfalls of implementation. For decision-makers seeking practical, hands-on advice - not theory - this one-day intensive event is a must-attend.
“This is not a conversation about trends. It’s a manual for navigating real transformation,” - Stanisław Karpiński, CEO of ANEGIS, organizer of the event.
A lineup of experts offering real-world experience
The conference gathers top experts from Poland and abroad, representing key transformation domains such as ERP, AI, project delivery, cybersecurity, and enterprise communication.
The speaker lineup includes:
Stanisław Karpiński, CEO of ANEGIS, opening the day with a keynote on how to lead change and harness the human side of digital transformation.
Maria Parysz, internationally recognized AI entrepreneur and educator, addressing the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence in business.
Marian Owerko, founder of FoodWell (formerly Bakalland), on the evolving role of the CEO in driving transformation.
Janusz Pieklik, a systems and lean transformation expert, exposing the most common reasons why IT projects fail - and how to prevent it.
“Most project failures stem not from technology but from unclear ownership and poor communication. If you're leading a transformation team, join us and learn from real stories,” - Janusz Pieklik
Jarosław Żeliński, enterprise architect and project consultant, on selecting the right project delivery methodologies.
Eric Kimberling, special guest and CEO of Third Stage Consulting (USA), a globally recognized independent advisor on ERP and digital strategy with 20+ years of experience across Fortune 500 and public sector clients. For the first time in Poland, he will deliver a session on what really determines digital success at a global scale.
“I'll be talking about real world case studies and implementation lessons based on our client experience with hundreds of different organizations across Europe, Eastern Europe, and the rest of the world as well. So regardless of where in the world you might be joining from, there's a lot of good lessons here that you're gonna be learning from," – Eric Kimberling
Mateusz Chrobok, cybersecurity expert and popular tech commentator, will address digital safety and business continuity in the age of AI.
Dr. Maciej Kawecki, President of the Lem Institute, will forecast the key digital challenges of 2026 and explain how to prepare today.
“What happens over the next 12 months will shape the next two decades of business. I’ll explain how to prepare and what tools to deploy,” – Dr. Maciej Kawecki
Tomasz Kammel, renowned speaker and host, will close the conference with a session on bridging the communication gap between business and IT.
“I’ll talk about real, effective communication. Practical, honest, and full of examples from real life,” – Tomasz Kammel
The agenda also features a practical discussion panel with C-level executives from companies such as home&you, Maczfit, ANEGIS, Allegro, BPC Group, and Strix, moderated by journalist and media entrepreneur Jarosław Kuźniar.
“We'll talk openly about choosing the right IT partner, spotting hidden costs, and picking technologies that are scalable, secure, and tailored to your business,” – Jarosław Kuźniar
See the full speaker lineup: https://www.dxexcellence.com/#prezenterzy
Conference program: from strategy to execution
Participants will gain actionable frameworks to avoid common implementation pitfalls, select the right vendors, and build organizational resilience.
Key themes include:
Strategy: Building long-term roadmaps and measuring KPIs that matter.
Technology & Partners: Choosing scalable tools and IT partners that deliver ROI.
Project Management: Methodologies and tools for managing change across departments.
Risk & Security: Cybersecurity, compliance, and cost optimization in complex environments.
An evening session will feature Tomasz Michniewicz, journalist and expedition leader, with a thought-provoking talk titled "Abnormality", sharing insights from the world's most remote regions and how different cultures challenge our definitions of normal.
“As a reporter, I constantly adjust to wildly different versions of 'normal.' We'll explore what that teaches us about adapting to change,” – Tomasz Michniewicz
The event is held under the honorary patronage of the National Centre for Research and Development of Poland (NCBR): https://www.gov.pl/web/ncbr
The media partners of the event include XYZ, ITwiz, erp-view.pl, Production Manager, and Logistics Manager.
Register now
Full program and tickets: www.dxexcellence.com
