Panel - I: Global IT Sourcing for Mittelstand

(Moderator: Gunjan Bharadwaj (Ernst & Young), 14:30 - 15:00, 3rd March, 2008)

1. Successful global IT sourcing models for Mittelstand
2. Key Operative Problems in Global IT Sourcing -> context Germany + India
3. Will global sourcing have an impact on German IT/software innovation?
   1. How can global sourcing improve IT innovation in Germany?
4. Will global sourcing help increase IT export potential of Germany?
   1. Which are the areas where Germany is best positioned for IT/software exports?
   2. Which markets are potential targets for German IT exports?
5. What are the pitfalls that can be avoided in SOA transitions?
6. Which type of companies are benefiting most from SOA in Germany?
7. Is SOA a suitable architecture for small sized and mid-sized enterprises?  What are some feasible models for implementing SOA in smaller organizations?
   

Panel discussions will be held in English. 

Panelists

• Mr. Aloke Palsikar, Head of European Operations, Satyam Computer Systems Ltd
• Mr. Markus Heinen, Partner, Head of European Advisory Services, Germany & Central Europe, Ernst & Young LLP
• Mr. Guru Mohandass, Key Account Manager, Daimler AG, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
• Dr. Thomas Meintrup, Software Architect for Mittelstand Installations, IBM - Böblingen