IDC Cloud Summit - Sweden

Harnessing AI: Transforming Business Strategies in the Cloud

Stockholm, Sweden

57% of European IT decision makers are either already using the cloud for building their AI applications or plan to do so in 2025

In 2025, AI projects will move from hype to reality and need to demonstrate practical business use cases and return on investment. Scaling AI projects successfully will require a strong application modernization, hybrid cloud infrastructure and cloud operations strategy.

Overview

57% of European IT decision makers are either already using the cloud for building their AI applications or plan to do so in 2025. Deciding on the right hybrid cloud architecture for AI will be critical for AI success and 56% of European IT decision makers found that their cloud strategy has had a positive impact on their AI strategy. Where is the best place to run AI workloads, in the public cloud, at the edge, in a private cloud? There are many options and IT decision makers need to take a hard look at AI workload placement. The most important decision criteria will be the availability of security and compliance offerings from the IT partner.

AI-centric environments are spurring the adoption of new workloads across cloud platforms. Public cloud services are increasingly utilized as edge locations, allowing organizations to scale services closer to their business needs efficiently. As businesses consider integrating more data-intensive workloads, factors such as network costs and storage limitations play pivotal roles in application placement decisions.

A hybrid cloud approach to application modernization is the key to developing a modern application landscape that is fit for the AI era. Deciding on the right modernization path for each application class is one of the main decisions that IT decision makers need to take. Approaches range from lift and shift to public cloud with minimal modifications to developing cloud-native applications.  


Cloud operations is an area where many European IT decision makers are challenged. The expectations of cost savings from a move to cloud are hard to realize if CloudOps and Cloud FinOps are not properly implemented. Security and governance continue to be a challenge.

Finally, a strong connection between sustainability efforts and cloud cost efficiencies is emerging. More organizations are committing to Net Zero goals while diligently tracking sustainability metrics related to cloud usage.

Demonstrating the business value of the cloud strategy will ensure close alignment between the business and IT strategy in the AI era.

Cloud Strategy fundamentals:

  • Hybrid Cloud infrastructure strategy
  • Cloud security and compliance
  • Cloud-native application development
  • Cloud operations practices: DevSecOps & CloudFinOps 
Why Attend?

Attending this event will offer invaluable insights into how cloud technology will shape the future of business and drive innovation. As organizations transition from traditional IT models to cloud-centric strategies, understanding how to leverage cloud capabilities effectively is crucial. This event will highlight how integrating advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and automation into cloud strategies can unlock new revenue streams and enhance productivity.

Attendees will gain a deep understanding of the pivotal role executives will play in leading successful cloud transformations and aligning technology with strategic business goals. The discussion will also address common challenges in cloud adoption, such as incomplete integration and budget constraints, providing practical solutions and strategies for overcoming these barriers.

Additionally, the event will focus on the importance of governance and a cloud-native approach in maximizing the potential of cloud technologies and future innovations like Generative AI. By attending, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of cloud adoption and position your organization for long-term success in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Event Information

Time

8:30 - 16:00

Date

Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Location

7A Posthuset

Speakers

Carla Arend

Associate Vice President, Research, Cloud in Europe, IDC

Dmitry Panenkov

Founder & CEO, emma

Matthias Lübken

Chief Product Officer, emma

Jeroen Storm Show full profile linkedin

Jeroen Storm

Director Sales Specialist - Cloud Native, SUSE

Robert Boardman Show full profile linkedin

Robert Boardman

Consulting Engineer & Technical Lead Mist AI, Juniper Networks

Mi Irveland Show full profile linkedin

Mi Irveland

CIO, Camfil

Shahzeb Iqbal

Head of Technology | Director of Software Engineering, Azets

Sandra Viedersone Show full profile linkedin

Sandra Viedersone

Cloud FinOps Lead, Fortum

Sofia Edvardsen

VD/Grundare, Affärsjurist, Sharp Cookie Advisors AB

Filippo Vanara

Senior Research Analyst, European CloudOps, IDC UK

Agenda

Export Complete Agenda
Tuesday April 8, 2025
8:30

Registration and breakfast
9:00

Welcome by IDC
9:05

IDC Keynote: How to Build the Future on Cloud
9:30

emma Keynote: Unleashing the full potential of AI with a true multi-cloud strategy
9:50

SUSE Keynote: How to Tame the Cloud-Native Beast
10:05

Coffee & Networking Break
10:35

Juniper Networks Keynote: Unpacking AI and what it means for your Business
10:55

Camfil Case: Mastering cloud governance. Efficient cloud management strategy and practice
11:20

Azets Case: Cloud-First Revolution: How Azets Unlocked the Full Potential of Cloud-Native
11:45

Networking Lunch
12:45

IDC Connect Roundtable Discussions: Cloud Unplugged: Navigating the Future of Innovation and Strategy
13:35

Coffee & Networking Break
14:05

Fortum Case: From Cost Cutting Taskforces to FinOps Practise
14:30

Legal update: What you need to keep in mind in your Cloud Journey
14:55

IDC Keynote: Cloud optimization: How to successfully deliver business value with FinOps and GreenOps
15:15

Summary & Key Takeaways
15:25

Final Networking
16:00

Thank you for today!

Venue

7A Posthuset

Vasagatan 28, 111 20 Stockholm

Cloud Advisory Board

Rasmus Hald

Head of Cloud & Developer Experience, LEGO

Jinhong Brejnholt Show full profile linkedin

Jinhong Brejnholt

Chief Cloud Architect, Global Head of Cloud and Container Platforms, Saxo Bank

Anders Svejgård Show full profile linkedin

Anders Svejgård

Infrastructure Architect - Data Center and Azure, Novonesis

Bruno Amaro Almeida

VP, IT Operations, Fortum

Ole Conradsen Show full profile linkedin

Ole Conradsen

Virtualization Platform Owner, Nordea

Casper Jensen Show full profile linkedin

Casper Jensen

Engineering Director, Enterprise Architecture, Pandora

Mika Vatanen Show full profile linkedin

Mika Vatanen

IT Technology Lead at Aalto University

Theis Hagemann Linnet Show full profile linkedin

Theis Hagemann Linnet

Director of Cloud Center of Excellence, Demant

Ulrik Uhre Brink Show full profile linkedin

Ulrik Uhre Brink

Head of Core Cloud, GN

Torkil Pedersen Show full profile linkedin

Torkil Pedersen

Senior Solution Architect, MAN Energy Solutions

Morten Vinther

CEO & Partner, Omnigaze

Partners

Diamond Partner
Platinum Partner
Gold Partner

Key Topics

Leveraging Cloud for Innovation

Exploring how cloud technology will drive new business processes, products, and revenue streams by integrating Artificial Intelligence and automation.

Business-Led Cloud Transformation

Understanding the role of executives (CEOs, COOs, CFOs) in leading cloud initiatives and aligning cloud strategies with business goals for successful digital transformation.

Overcoming Cloud Adoption Challenges

Addressing obstacles such as incomplete cloud integration, budget constraints, and the shortage of skilled cloud engineers in achieving comprehensive cloud adoption.

IDC Analysts

Carla Arend

Associate Vice President, Infrastructure Software, European Region, IDC

Archana Venkatraman

Senior Director Research, Cloud Data Management, IDC

Rahiel Nasir

Research Director, European Cloud & Lead Analyst, Worldwide Digital Sovereignty

Francesca Ciarletta

Research Manager, European Managed Cloud Services, IDC

David Clemente

Research Director, C Suite Tech Agenda

Filippo Vanara

Senior Research Analyst, European CloudOps, IDC UK

Knowledge Hub

What Do Customers in Europe Look for in a Cloud Provider?

If you’re a cloud provider that can offer high-caliber solutions for security and compliance, then cloud users in Europe need you. This is the most important factor organizations on the continent consider when selecting a cloud platform for migrating and modernizing applications, according to our research (IDC’s EMEA Cloud Survey 2023, August 2023, n = 1,610).

Learn More

Mastering Hybrid Cloud in Europe: Selecting the Right Managed Service Partner

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the hybrid cloud has become an indispensable strategy for organizations aiming to maximize their IT investments. Our insights reveal that hybrid cloud is not just a trend but a critical component of modern IT infrastructure, blending the strengths of private and public clouds to foster efficiency, performance, and agility.

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The New Era of FinOps and GreenOps: From Cloud Cost to Sustainability to Business Value

Welcome to the era of xOps where the focus is on sharpening operations capabilities – ranging from visibility to governance to optimization and efficiency for maximizing the business value.

Cloud investments continue to be critical for most organizations, but many are shifting focus to a holistic approach of migration, operations, and optimization under the strategy of CloudOps and governance that also extends to FinOps and GreenOps.

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