OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit

?? How Agility & Principle Entrepreneurship Drive OPEX at Koch How can large enterprises remain agile while embracing transformation at scale? At OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit 2025, our editor, Amelia Brand, sat down with Jenny Strange, MBA, Six Sigma GreenBelt, Senior Director of Transformation Strategy and Design at Koch, to discuss how the company leverages agility and principle entrepreneurship to drive operational excellence. Strange's session shared insights on: ? Balancing top-down strategic direction with bottom-up empowerment ? Adapting to market shifts through agile transformation strategies ? Leveraging data-driven insights to fuel continuous improvement ?? Want to gain firsthand insights into their approach to transformation? Read the full interview here ?? https://lnkd.in/ed8mZ7mc #OPEX #BusinessTransformation #Agility #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #OperationalExcellence

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One week on from #OPEXWeek 2025 – and we’re missing the sun and energy onsite. ? Looking back, one thing is clear: the future of business transformation is happening now. The event brought together some of the most forward-thinking leaders and organisations, offering deep insights, real-world case studies, and cutting-edge innovations. ? ?? Themed tracks & in-depth workshops provided industry-specific transformation strategies ?? Meaningful connections were built, opening doors to new collaborations and partnerships ?? Keynotes from brands like Walmart, JP Morgan, and MIT showcased the boldest transformation stories ?? The AI Innovation Zone demonstrated how emerging technologies are reshaping enterprises ? What was your key learning from the event? Let’s keep the conversation going and turn insights into action!

What game are you playing, and how are you winning? What’s your unique edge in achieving company goals? How is your business transformation driving new business models, innovation, and customer experience? These were just a few of the thought-provoking questions tackled at OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit, where I was a speaker last week and where hundreds of leaders from around the world gathered to share insights, exchange ideas, and learn from one another. Here are some of my key takeaways: ? Transformation isn’t a one-time event—it’s a continuous process. Leaders must regularly assess complexity across business models, operations, and people, all while keeping an external lens. ? Momentum follows ownership. A clear North Star is critical; real change requires a growth mindset and discipline. The earlier leaders engage their teams, the higher the chances of success in transformation as people are making the difference. ? Innovation is about differentiation. The best breakthroughs solve customer pain points or introduce something truly new (e.g. like how robotic food delivery is scaling rapidly in the U.S.) ? AI is here to stay. Agentic AI is emerging, meaning AI systems will increasingly understand who we are and what we need, helping to create seamless experiences. But one thing is clear-we don’t want AI making all the decisions. ? Lessons from an Olympian. Regan Smith, 22-year-old — gold medalist and world record holder, reminded us that success comes from showing up for yourself every day, staying humble yet confident, and doing the work—not for validation from others, but for your own growth. And, of course, reconnecting with familiar faces like Carolyn Lum (great hosting of the event) and Cathy Gu (successfully leading the entire #OPEXWeek), along with meeting new leaders, was a highlight. Excited to continue these conversations! Here’s to more collaboration, best practice sharing and new adventures in business transformation. ?? #Leadership #Innovation #BusinessTransformation #operationalexcellence #continuousimprovement #eon

Excited to share insights from my recent fireside chat at OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit on "Leveraging the agile model to drive the transformation agenda," moderated by my peer, Andrea Giannotta, MBA. In today's rapidly evolving energy and utilities industry, building agility is crucial for staying ahead of market changes, technological advancements, and evolving customer needs. Our chat delved into the importance of adopting an agile model to navigate this transformation effectively. Key takeaways: ?? Agility in the energy sector: Emphasizing the need for energy companies to adapt quickly to the shift towards clean, affordable, and reliable energy. ?? Building blocks of an agile model: A four-step blueprint for successful transformation, focusing on setting goals, analyzing processes, matching technology to needs, and engaging employees. ???Impact of automation and digital technologies: Highlighting the importance of clear goals, understanding processes, and having a solid data ecosystem in place. ???Sustainable change management: Breaking down big projects into smaller, manageable parts and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Thanks to all attendees for an engaging and insightful discussion. Let's continue drive transformation in the energy sector! ??? #Energy #Utilities #Transformation #Opexweek

A week may have passed since OPEX Week: Business Transformation 2025, but the conversations, insights, and energy from the event are still top of mind. With so many powerful keynotes, real-world case studies, and deep-dive discussions, attendees walked away with more than just strategies—they left with fresh perspectives, new connections, and a renewed drive to push transformation forward. ? This event reinforced that real transformation isn’t just about bold strategies—it’s about people, collaboration, and the small, everyday changes that drive long-term impact.????

Day 3 (the final day) of OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit is officially in the books ?? After 3 days of inspiring presentations at #OpEx Week, participating in workshops and interactive discussion groups with like-minded individuals from multiple industries, I’m leaving with a renewed perspective on how operational excellence can drive meaningful transformation. Here are my top three takeaways: ???Execution is the Differentiator – Strategy alone isn’t enough. The real challenge lies in disciplined execution. Organizations that bridge the gap between vision and action through structured governance, clear accountability, and a relentless focus on outcomes are the ones that truly move the needle. ?? ???AI and Process Optimization Go Hand in Hand – The rise of AI isn’t just about automation; it’s about augmentation. The most effective transformations integrate AI-driven insights with well-designed processes, ensuring that technology enhances decision-making rather than creating additional complexity. And let’s just say, if you’re not on this bandwagon…. you’re at risk of getting left behind! ???? 3??Culture is the True Enabler of Change – Process improvement tools and methodologies are powerful, but lasting impact depends on people. Building a culture of continuous improvement, where employees are empowered to challenge the status quo and experiment, is what sustains long-term success. Fail Fast ?? Learn from it and revamp! ? and to share one of my favorite quotes “everything is not a nail because you’re a ?? “ -Charles Brandon, Director Army BPI Program Office OpEx Week reinforced that operational excellence isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about adaptability, resilience, and value creation. Looking forward to applying these insights in 2025! And I’m already looking forward to reconnecting with the talented network I made here this week ?…until next year’s OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit ??? #operationalexcellence #bms_employee #transformationalleader #businesstransformations #businessprocessmanagement #continuousimprovement

What happens when you mix blue skies, limitless imagination, and a bunch of passionate people talking about business transformation? You get OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit in Miami! ???? This week has been a whirlwind of insights, connections, and thought-provoking discussions. It was a real pleasure sharing the stage with Bob Nahmias at the Chief Transformation Officer Summit - a fantastic opportunity to tell our story! ?? And beyond the keynotes and sessions, the networking was top-notch! It was fantastic to connect with so many inspiring and insightful people. ?? Here are a few key takeaways swirling around my mind: 1?? Transformation needs a seat at the top table. ?? It can't be an afterthought or a side project. To truly succeed, transformation needs to be driven from the very top of the organization. 2?? Transformations are hard. ?? 70% fail! The ones that win require grit, determination, and resilience. Don't give up! 3?? Customer-centricity is key. ?? The most successful transformations put the customer at the heart of everything they do. 4?? Get everyone involved. ?? Transformation is a team sport. Everyone in the organization needs a stake in the game, something we have cracked with our #MakeItBetter programme and our partners Sideways 6 5?? Transform with abundance, not scarcity. ? Focus on the opportunities that transformation can bring, not just the risks. 6?? AI is coming. ?? How it will play out is still being written, but one thing is certain: it will change the way we work. Start thinking about how you can democratize the use of AI today and let your workforce shape how it will add value. Speaking of adding value, I'm thrilled to share that we won the award for Best Digital Initiative with Shibumi! ?? A huge shoutout to the amazing team at Vueling Airlines for their incredible work in executing Vueling Transform. Miami, you were a dream! ??? Thanks for the inspiration, the sunshine, and the reminder that anything is possible. #OpexWeek #BusinessTransformation #Miami #VuelingTransform #Shibumi #AI #CustomerCentricity #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #Leadership #McKinsey #CTOSummit #Networking

What happens when you mix blue skies, limitless imagination, and a bunch of passionate people talking about business transformation? You get OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit in Miami! ???? This week has been a whirlwind of insights, connections, and thought-provoking discussions. It was a real pleasure sharing the stage with Bob Nahmias at the Chief Transformation Officer Summit - a fantastic opportunity to tell our story! ?? And beyond the keynotes and sessions, the networking was top-notch! It was fantastic to connect with so many inspiring and insightful people. ?? Here are a few key takeaways swirling around my mind: 1?? Transformation needs a seat at the top table. ?? It can't be an afterthought or a side project. To truly succeed, transformation needs to be driven from the very top of the organization. 2?? Transformations are hard. ?? 70% fail! The ones that win require grit, determination, and resilience. Don't give up! 3?? Customer-centricity is key. ?? The most successful transformations put the customer at the heart of everything they do. 4?? Get everyone involved. ?? Transformation is a team sport. Everyone in the organization needs a stake in the game, something we have cracked with our #MakeItBetter programme and our partners Sideways 6 5?? Transform with abundance, not scarcity. ? Focus on the opportunities that transformation can bring, not just the risks. 6?? AI is coming. ?? How it will play out is still being written, but one thing is certain: it will change the way we work. Start thinking about how you can democratize the use of AI today and let your workforce shape how it will add value. Speaking of adding value, I'm thrilled to share that we won the award for Best Digital Initiative with Shibumi! ?? A huge shoutout to the amazing team at Vueling Airlines for their incredible work in executing Vueling Transform. Miami, you were a dream! ??? Thanks for the inspiration, the sunshine, and the reminder that anything is possible. #OpexWeek #BusinessTransformation #Miami #VuelingTransform #Shibumi #AI #CustomerCentricity #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #Leadership #McKinsey #CTOSummit #Networking