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Intelligent Manufacturing Award - 2027
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October 27, 2026

Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award

The winners of the Intelligent Manufacturing Award will be chosen by an Advisory Board consisting of top-class decision makers from industry, technology companies, and consulting firms.

The top-class jury will evaluate each case and select a total of six winners who set benchmarks in the implementation of digitalization and Industry 4.0 with their exceptional use cases.

Jury members
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Dr. Christof Bosbach
Dr. Christof Bosbach
President of the Division Board, DIEHL Metering GmbH
In addition to his role at DIEHL, Dr. Christof Bosbach is a member of the Advisory Board of the MIOTY Alliance and a member of the Industry Advisory Board at Microsoft Germany. His work focuses on digital transformation in the corporate environment and the shift away from pure play manufacturing companies towards service and solutions providers.
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Jochen Gleisberg
Jochen Gleisberg
Senior Partner Operations, Roland Berger
 Jochen Gleisberg is a member of the Industry Advisory Board at Microsoft Germany and Senior Partner in the Operations Practice Group at Roland Berger in the DACH region. In this role he is a trusted advisor to the automotive and industrial sector. He has extensive project experience in this field, particularly in engineering, procurement and production.
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Muntaser Kalahji
Muntaser Kalahji
Muntaser Kalahji, Chairman, ARAK Group & Deputy CEO of the Syrian-Saudi Business Council
 Muntaser Kalahji is the Chairman of ARAK Group and Deputy CEO of the Syrian-Saudi Business Council. ARAK is active in engineering and contracting, with a focus on industrial and construction projects, while the Syrian-Saudi Business Council fosters investment and economic cooperation between Syria and Saudi Arabia. Muntaser brings extensive experience in industry and investment, combining an entrepreneurial perspective with cross-border economic expertise.
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Tobias Jerschke
Tobias Jerschke
Managing Director at Kuehne+Nagel Germany
 Tobias Jerschke is the Managing Director of Kuehne+Nagel Germany. In this role, he drives the strategic and operational development of the organization, focusing on resilient end-to-end supply chains, customer-centric logistics solutions and sustainable growth.
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Timo Kistner
Timo Kistner
EMEA Industry Lead - AI for Manufacturing and Industrial, NVIDIA
 Timo Kistner drives NVIDIA’s business with companies in the Manufacturing and Industrial sectors, including semiconductor, electronics, machine building and aerospace as well as chemicals and transportation & logistics. In his role and beyond, Timo Kistner is a trusted partner and thought leader on key technology and business trends for the industry.
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Michael Sicker
Michael Sicker
Head of Product Center, AUMOVIO
 Michael Sicker is Head of Product Center at AUMOVIO, with end-to-end responsibility for the business performance of the product line and full profit and loss accountability. His responsibilities span the entire value chain, from technology development and product strategy to industrialization, supply chain, sales and quality. This comprehensive perspective combines technological innovation with operational excellence and business performance.
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Dr. Stephen Travers
Dr. Stephen Travers
Head of Digitalization, Production System and Automation Technology, Mercedes-Benz Dr. Stephen Travers is responsible for the digitalization of the Mercedes-Benz production and supply chain, Mercedes-Benz Production System (MPS), and Global Automation Technology. As the head of the “MO360” digital production ecosystem, Dr. Travers is driving holistic and sustainable digitalization throughout Mercedes operations.
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Matt Walsh
Matt Walsh
Senior Managing Director, Microsoft Matt Walsh leads Microsoft’s Manufacturing business in EMEA. He guides customers through digital transformation, driving competitiveness, strategic growth, and innovation across their value chains.
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Riccardo Picca
Riccardo Picca
Executive Director of Global Digital Transformation, Thermo Fisher Pharma Services Group Riccardo Picca is the Executive Director of Global Digital Transformation at Thermo Fisher Pharma Services Group, where he leads the development and execution of the division's digital and industrial excellence strategy. His focus is on transforming manufacturing operations by enhancing operational efficiency, unlocking revenue opportunities, and improving product quality.
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Award
Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2027

Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2027

Organized by Microsoft and Roland Berger, the 2027 Intelligent Manufacturing Award celebrates thought leaders who are driving innovative industry solutions.
Award
Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2026

Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2026

Organized by Microsoft and Roland Berger, the 2025 Intelligent Manufacturing Award celebrates thought leaders who are driving innovative industry solutions.