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.
14:30 - 15:00
Wed, March 25
Agentic AI in the Hands of Many: How Vibe Coding Breaks the Capacity Barrier
AI hype is everywhere, but big, regulated companies often get stuck—too few experts, too many requests. In this masterclass, I’ll show how we use Vibe Coding at Bayer: giving teams simple, approved tools so they can build small, useful apps themselves - within clear rules and support. The result is faster delivery in days, less pressure on central IT, and solutions that still meet enterprise standards.
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