Workday Elevate 2025—The Future of Work With AI

The world of work is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by rapid advances in artificial intelligence. This year's Workday Elevate, taking place May 27-28, 2025, at the Heidelberg Congress Center, will explore opportunities and how companies can actively shape this change. The event brings together decision makers from HR, Finance, and IT to experience the future of work together.

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology trend. Today, it permeates nearly every aspect of business, from automating repetitive tasks to creating new products and services. At Workday Elevate, leading companies will demonstrate how to put this potential to work. And they will be supported by Workday, whose solutions help organizations be agile to change and strategic to the future.

Illuminate AI Platform

This year's event will focus on Workday Illuminate, a new generation of powerful AI capabilities deeply integrated into the Workday platform. Together with the Agent System of Record, Illuminate opens up new possibilities for agent-based AI applications that go beyond traditional automation.

The event offers a varied program with a strong practical focus and intensive networking opportunities. Visitors can expect an exciting mix of inspiring keynotes, hands-on breakout sessions, one-on-one meetings, live demonstrations and a comprehensive partner expo. The Customer Experience Center will showcase real-world scenarios that demonstrate the power of Workday solutions.

Workday Elevate is all about transformation and innovation. Attendees will learn about the latest trends in HR and finance, including how modern technology can make work processes more efficient. Organizations that have already successfully embraced digital transformation will share their experiences and provide valuable insights into their transformation processes. At the same time, solutions to regulatory challenges and internal hurdles will be highlighted, strategies for the successful use of AI will be developed, and options for switching providers and new digital services such as payroll and recruiting will be presented.

Rob Enslin meets Bernd Leukert

A special highlight of the event is a fireside chat with Rob Enslin, President and Chief Commercial Officer at Workday, and Bernd Leukert, Member of the Management Board and Chief Technology, Data and Innovation Officer at Deutsche Bank.Together, they will discuss how AI is revolutionizing finance and creating new opportunities for businesses. Also on stage will be renowned personalities such as Kristina Vogel, two-time Olympic track cycling champion, Jennifer Knapp, HR expert at Melitta, Christopher Korduan, CFO at Forvis Mazars, and Friederike Reichenberger, President People & Culture at Sixt. Each brings a different perspective on the future of work and how innovation is being put into practice. More than just a conference, Workday Elevate is a place for sharing, inspiring, and networking. Attendees will see first-hand how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of work today and make valuable connections with business, technology, and consulting leaders.

For more information and to register, please visit the official event website. Attendance is free, but space is limited.

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