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Often referred to as the originator of Industry 4.0, von Scheel has shaped global agendas for the World Economic Forum, McKinsey, and national governments. Recognised by CNBC as one of the most influential futurists of the century, his work has impacted 24 national economies and 23% of Fortune 500 high-growth companies.

Keynote Session
Megatrends that Shape the Next Decade of Manufacturing: Operate to Grow
Factories have always been subject to disruption. Today, manufacturers face a rare opportunity: to redesign operations for productivity, resilience, and growth while addressing sustainability and traditional priorities such as cost, quality, and service.
In this keynote, Prof. von Scheel will examine the megatrends shaping the next decade of manufacturing, from smart automation and robotics to workforce transformation and new business imperatives. Participants will gain not only strategic foresight but also practical frameworks to prepare for an uncertain, rapidly changing landscape.
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Why This Matters
Von Scheel’s thinking has influenced management practices worldwide, from SAP implementation standards to frameworks that underpin modern business architecture. His insights into AI, automation, and sustainable growth are shaping policies at the highest levels, including the EU AI Act and the European Green Deal.
For executives, strategists, and innovators, his keynote offers a direct line into the forces that will define the next era of manufacturing and how to respond with clarity and confidence.
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Be in the Room
The Selangor Techsphere Summit brings together decision-makers from across Asia and beyond. Prof. von Scheel’s keynote is set to be one of the defining sessions of the event, an unmissable opportunity to hear from the thinker who helped ignite Industry 4.0.

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