The top voices on Industry

23. February 2026 – Mandy Weinand

Industry 5.0 – How intelligent networking is shaping our future

The fourth industrial revolution has long been a reality. What once began as a technological vision is now becoming the basis for the transformation of the entire production and economic landscape.

The combination of artificial intelligence, IoT, automation and data analysis is not only changing industry, but also the way people work, think and make decisions.

Industry stands for more than just smart machines: it is about new business models, sustainable processes and networked thinking. Companies that want to remain competitive must not only understand this development, but also actively shape it. Our speakers are among the brightest minds in this movement – they not only provide technologies, but also visions, strategies and impetus for change.

These experts sum up Industry 4.0:

  • Marianne Heiss – Finance and management expert with a focus on digital transformation and sustainable corporate management. She shows how Industry 4.0 and 5.0 can be linked to a modern leadership culture – in a way that makes economic sense and is socially sustainable.
  • Ömer Atiker – Digitalisation strategist and transformation thought leader. With a practical approach and a sense of humour, he explains how companies can really use digital technologies – beyond buzzwords.
  • Hans Rusinek – Futurist and workplace researcher. He highlights the social, ethical and psychological dimensions of the digital industry – and asks the question: What role do humans play in an increasingly automated world?
  • Prof. Klisman Murati – Geopolitical strategist with a focus on technology and globalisation. He places the effects of Industry topics in a global context – between innovation, regulation and international competition.
  • Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Monika Schnitzer – Economist and renowned economist. She analyses the macroeconomic effects of industrial digitalisation and highlights the course set for Germany and Europe in international competition.
  • Carina Stöttner – Futurologist and future thinking expert. In her keynotes, she presents various future scenarios for the future of German industry and industrial work.
  • Henrik von Scheel – Architect of the term ‘Industry 4.0’ and globally sought-after strategy consultant. His lectures are precise, visionary and trend-setting – for decision-makers who want to understand where the journey is really headed.
  • Ranga Yogeshwar – Science journalist and technology explainer. With charisma and depth, he sums up the social impact of the digital revolution – in a way that is both understandable and inspiring.
  • David Woo – Economist and capital market expert. He highlights how Industry 4.0 is changing the financial world – from investment strategies to global supply chains.
  • Karl-Heinz Land – Digital thought leader and author. He impressively demonstrates that Industry 4.0 is not just a technical change, but a systemic shift – towards a sustainable, data-driven and human-centred economy.

Our speakers will answer these questions:

  • How is Industry 5.0 changing business models, leadership and production?
  • What role do AI, robotics and data analysis play in modern companies?
  • How can digitalisation and sustainability be successfully combined?
  • What skills will tomorrow’s industry leaders need?
  • How can we maintain the balance between humans and machines?
  • What do smart factories mean for value creation and employment?

Industry 4.0 and 5.0 is not a project – it is a new way of thinking

The path to a networked, intelligent and sustainable industry is a strategic challenge – but also a great opportunity. Our speakers help to understand, communicate and shape this change – in a fact-based, visionary and practical way.

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