Bayer AG, headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, is a renowned multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company. Founded in 1863, Bayer began with synthetic dyes and expanded into pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and high-tech materials. Notable for products like Aspirin, Bayer develops groundbreaking medications, advances agricultural solutions, and prioritizes research for human health and sustainability. Committed to innovation and integrity, Bayer strives to make a positive global impact.
Dr. Lukas Winkel
Digital Lead AI Solutions SCM, Bayer
With a PhD in Algorithmic Optimization from Trier University, Lukas has established a prominent career at Bayer Pharmaceuticals. Initially serving as an IT Product Manager for supply chain planning and inventory optimization software, hew now leads the AI transformation efforts in Supply Chain Management as the Digital Lead. Their current focus is on holistically rethinking business domains, encompassing a reimagined approach to technology, processes, organization, and culture. Lukas' strategic vision and expertise in AI positions him as a key influencer in the future of supply chain management at Bayer Pharmaceuticals.
12:45 - 13:30
Wed, March 25
Agentic AI in the Hands of Many: How Vibe Coding Breaks the Capacity Barrier
AI hype is pushing expectations through the roof, yet most organizations struggle with limited expert capacity and slow traditional delivery paths. This masterclass shows how Vibe Coding - our approach to empowering employees to build their own small, agentic applications—bridges that gap. By combining Agentic AI patterns with lightweight development, teams can solve medium‑complexity challenges themselves, boost velocity, and reduce pressure on scarce IT resources. We’ll explore the guardrails, trainings, and hackathon formats that make vibe coders successful, and how this middle pillar accelerates real business impact while keeping governance intact. If you want to move beyond AI buzzwords and unlock a scalable, practical way to deliver solutions fast, this session is for you.
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