On February 27-28, 2025, the #DIZisITDays event brought together students, industry experts, researchers, and professionals to exchange knowledge and insights in manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Organized in collaboration with Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Universitatea Tehnica Gheorghe Asachi din Iași, and Expertware, the event provided a dynamic platform for discussions, networking, and hands-on learning in these critical domains.
Day 1: Exploring the Future of Work and Manufacturing Analytics
The first day of #DIZisITDays was an invitation-based event focusing on the evolving landscape of work and the significance of AI-driven manufacturing analytics. With 39 participants in attendance, the sessions were engaging and informative.
During these training sessions Muhammad Imran (FBK) shared with the participants valuable insights into AI-powered solutions and the importance of analytics in operational excellence in manufacturing. The sessions concluded with networking opportunities, allowing students to interact with business & academic environments and fostering collaborations between professionals from academia and industry. The training presentation is attached here.
Day 2: Innovation Breakfast on Cybersecurity
The second day welcomed 57 participants for an interactive Innovation Breakfast dedicated to cybersecurity. The discussions emphasized the pressing challenges and solutions in the field, with contributions from Romanian experts and insights into the digital skills gap at both EU and regional levels.
- Tiberiu Baraboi (Expertware) presented the importance of a proactive cybersecurity approach and the SIEMBIOT platform. Presentation here.
- Ioan Constantin (Orange) presented the importance of transfer from innovation to product and the tech transfer from research to capabilities. Presentation here.
- Marius Hărătău (INFOSEC) presented the NIS2 directive and the impact on the private and public sector. Presentation here.
- Umberto Morelli & Muhammad Imran (FBK) trends on the skills & technologies (AI, IoT & cybersecurity) identified in the MERIT project with some specific details from the AI domain. Presentation here.
#DIZisITDays event offered insightful discussions, knowledge sharing, and fostering new professional connections. Attendees actively participated in all sessions, reinforcing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in AI, cybersecurity, and manufacturing.
As we look ahead, the key takeaways from these sessions will help shape future industry trends and training initiatives. Thank you to all the participants, speakers, and organizers for making this event a success! Stay connected with us for more upcoming events and opportunities in the digital innovation space.
