Gino Hernandez

Gino Hernandez is the Global Digital Business Leader for ABB Energy Industries. Gino owns the full business responsibility of the digital business including vision, strategy, performance and investments. Prior to ABB, he founded and started two Digital Tech companies, Colexas Digital Inc (2018), digital IOT services company, and Lavoro Technologies Inc (2015), energy SaaS company. Prior to ABB, he ran Rockwell Automation’s Global Oil & Gas business as the Managing Director. In additional roles at Rockwell Automation, he ran business units in China and North America. Prior to Rockwell Automation, Gino worked for IBM for ten years where he held numerous roles of increasing responsibility in the global sales, software and global service businesses. Gino holds an Industrial Distribution degree from the Dwight Look College of Engineering School at Texas A&M University and a Masters in Business Administration with a focus on finance from the Jones School of Business at Rice University.

Session Overview

Wednesday, 5 November

16:05

Digitalisation & AI Conference Room A 16:05 - 16:45

Building blocks for a resilient energy future: the IoT in energy operations

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming energy operations globally through the incorporation of advanced technologies such as real-time monitoring, predictive analytics and automation. By optimising energy consumption, minimising waste and facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources, these modernising innovations are enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability while reducing costs. Hyperconnected infrastructure, which includes smart grids and smart metering, will prove pivotal in the ongoing transition from traditional energy management towards more efficient, data-driven systems. As these technologies continue to evolve, they will no doubt play a crucial role in shaping a resilient, low-carbon energy future.

Attendee insights:

Explore how industry trailblazers are seamlessly implementing IoT technologies to deliver tangible and trackable benefits for their business operations and end-users.

Monday, 4 November

14:00

Digitalisation & Technology Conference Digitalisation & Technology Theatre 14:00 - 15:00

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The future of digitalisation: how will it impact the future of energy?

Technology has the potential to accelerate the transition of the energy sector to a low-carbon and clean energy system and contribute to meeting ambitious climate targets in time and in a just and equitable manner. But what will this look like in practice? At its core, the digital transformation of the energy sector will require cooperation, data sharing, and investment at an unprecedented scale. With immense benefits, especially in energy efficiency, this cross-sector collaboration is key for industry development.

Attendee insights:

Hear from industry leaders on how they plan to navigate the digitalisation of energy and how they are setting up their businesses, in particular workforces, for success in the digital era.