Agenda

18th Annual Conference itSMF Czech Republic

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Please note. This agenda is subject to change. Changes can occur up until the start of the event.

Main stage

Warm Welcome
13:00 - 13:15
CS
Rob Akershoek
Leveraging AI in IT Service Management
Rob Akershoek
13:15 - 13:55
EN
Detail

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of how Artificial Intelligence (and Generative AI) can be used in enhance your IT service management processes and DevOps practices. A complete overview is provided of all use cases, trends and developments related to AI for ITSM. 

Key topics discussed in his presentation:

  • Trends and opportunities of using AI in IT Service Management and DevOps.
  • How can AI be used in ITSM? What are the possible use cases?
  • How does AI impact ITSM people, processes, and tools? 
  • How can you benefit from AI in ITSM?
  • Where to start the AI journey in your IT organization?
  • What will come next? What are future developments? 
Roman Zhuravlev
AiTSM: state of AI in ITSM
Roman Zhuravlev
14:00 - 14:25
EN
Detail

AI was probably the hottest topic of 2023 for everyone working in IT, and ITSM is not an exception. Everyone (including this conference) is talking about AI.  
At PeopleCert,  we are often asked: how does ITIL address AI? Will there be a guidance on application of AI in service management?  
In this talk, Roman will share what we know so far about AI in ITSM, what we expect to see in 2024, and what are we doing about it when developing ITIL.

Coffee break
14:30 - 15:00
Jindřich Kasal
Application observability in age of AI
Jindřich Kasal
15:00 - 15:25
EN
Detail
Juraj Tlstý
Real experience with implementing AI in SlSp
Juraj Tlstý
15:30 - 15:55
EN
Detail

There are a couple of successful ML and AI implementation use cases in the largest Slovak bank - from a ‘simple’ model to generative AI. All of them are real money-saving activities that increase the efficiency of the whole organization. And they show a great level of cooperation between IT and business, something usually not really present in large business-driven organisations

Dean Clayton
Intelligent Service Management – the future is already here
Dean Clayton
16:00 - 16:25
EN
Detail

So far, technology has enabled some level of self-service but hasn’t delivered the best experience. In this presentation, we will explore how organizations can revolutionize Tier 1 and live agent support with generative AI, which uses a private large language model (LLM) to engage users with a conversational approach and contextually relevant responses without compromising security.

We will not look at theoretical future of AI in ITSM, but will discuss the real technology that is already here today to enable unseen levels of productivity and user experience.

Coffee break
16:30 - 17:00
Rob AkershoekIvor MacfarlaneRoman ZhuravlevMartin Vitouš
Really useful application of AI
Rob Akershoek, Ivor Macfarlane, Roman Zhuravlev, Martin Vitouš
17:00 - 17:40
EN
Wrap up of the first day
17:40 - 17:50
CS
Networking
18:00 - 22:00

Multilingual stage

Andrey Koshcheev
Sorry, I did not understand your question
Andrey Koshcheev
14:00 - 14:25
EN
Detail

After all big bubbles in IT here comes another one - AI. However neural networks have been used in ITSM for many years and already became a standard part of most of the products. Some of the features are of terrific help to save labor costs, while some are just annoying our customers. Shall ITSM tools be replaced by AI, extended by AI or appear as additional level of control over the AI? Let’s have a pragmatic balanced look at realistic examples of features that proved to work well in real implementations and try to separate ideas that would probably become junk when the hype is over.

Coffee break
14:30 - 15:00
Jakub Novotný
Model Factory – MLOps framework
Jakub Novotný
15:00 - 15:25
CS
Detail
  • How did we in Telekom get through the domains of AI and ML to MLOps?
  • Why did we decide to build our own MLOps framework - Model Factory?
  • What does it provide us with and what is its architecture?
  • Why was it worthwhile for us to go into it and what benefits does it bring?
  • What are we planning next and what is our future in the MLOps domain?

So my lecture on the topic of Model Factory will be about all that.

Martin Kasík
How to practically use (and develop) AI in ITSM (CS)
Martin Kasík
15:30 - 15:55
EN
Detail

We hear about AI at every turn today. We will show how AI can be used in ITSM to improve service quality and customer satisfaction, and we will also reveal how to create a new product based on AI.

Jan Strakoš
Entrepreneurship portal as a challenge for AI
Jan Strakoš
16:00 - 16:25
CS
Detail

Visions or dreams of AI involvement: especially when it comes to public services

  • use of NPL AI - voice search
  • chatbot
  • automatic generation of statistical data and analysis from the public part of the register
  • setting up processes to automatically correct e-filing assistance
  • Business Guide - providing relevant and accurate information based on specific
    user request, navigation
  • search for a business entity incl. subsequent listing and printing, or of export in e. form
    designated communication channel
  • handling complaints about the correctness of data entered in the commercial register, etc.

Regarding services for trade offices:

  • faster processing of applications, management of records, reduction of errors and reduction of administrative burden
  • automatic reports to superior authorities
  • automation of most of the processes
  • searching for methodologies, opinions, electronic management and archiving of documents
Coffee break
16:30 - 17:00
Networking
18:00 - 22:00

Main stage

Opening of the second day of the conference
08:50 - 09:00
CS
Ivor Macfarlane
To look to the future, take note of the past
Ivor Macfarlane
09:00 - 09:40
EN
Detail

Our future will feature AI, that is surely true. But what that future will actually be like is hard to know and expectations and predictions are often influenced by our own current ideas and opinions. This talk will be a personal perspective based on over 40 years of service management, and observing how common sense and learning from other experiences has not always been among ITSM's major strengths.

Jaro Tomik
AIOps – “Why are organisations not using Machine Learning to significantly reduce their MTTR yet?”
Jaro Tomik
09:45 - 10:10
EN

AIOps – “Why are organisations not using Machine Learning to significantly reduce their MTTR yet?” 

Automation and AI can be a cost-effective way to manage IT incidents, allowing employees to focus on more high-value work. In this talk, we will cover what AIOps is, its business value, the current state of AIOps, vendor vs real market view, what are the blockers to adoption, and the journey customers typically take to achieve it successful adoption.

Coffee break
10:15 - 10:45
Roman Zhuravlev
Connecting DevOps and ITSM with Value Stream Management
Roman Zhuravlev
10:45 - 11:10
EN
Detail

For years, DevOps and ITSM have been promoting an end-to-end approach to value creation. Despite
these efforts, the two worlds remain disconnected.
Join Roman and Sven to fnd out how value stream management may become a bridge connecting IT
management practices from ideation to product delivery, and further to service consumption and
value realisation.

David Skowronek
ServiceNow: The AI in IT Service Management and Beyond
David Skowronek
11:15 - 11:40
EN
Detail

The presentation focuses on the ServiceNow platform and the implementation of AI solutions. Throughout the presentation, we will navigate through various phases of IT Service Management, using practical examples to explain how different AI implementations can enhance end-user satisfaction, efficiency (not only) for the Service Desk, and overall effectiveness of IT Service Management processes. While the primary focus is on IT Service Management, the presentation will also showcase the application of AI beyond IT Service Management, such as in coding.

Lucie Nová
Teamwork in the AI age
Lucie Nová
11:45 - 12:10
EN
Detail

Join our talk 'AI and Teamwork' to learn how AI impacts teams in an IT environment. We'll cover how AI takes over simple tasks, changes team roles, and leads to new ideas. Find out if AI can make teamwork better or worse.

Lunch Break
12:15 - 13:15
Lucie NováJán UrigaDean ClaytonAndrey KoshcheevJindřich Kasal
AI Devil’s advocates panel discussion
Lucie Nová, Ján Uriga, Dean Clayton, Andrey Koshcheev, Jindřich Kasal
13:15 - 13:55
EN
Stephan Brendel
BRM – the next logical step for IT Service Managers
Stephan Brendel
14:00 - 14:25
EN
Detail

Managing customers through a limited number of interfaces is unfortunately too short of a jump. Customer satisfaction and fulfilling SLA’s don’t align, Service Managers are perceived as order takers and not consultants for strategic business decisions. The role of the BRM has a stronger standing, is not based on IT (and not on ITIL at all) and will make a real difference. I will show examples and career paths how to get there.

Martin Vitouš
AI – Enemy or Buddy
Martin Vitouš
14:30 - 14:55
EN
Detail

Artificial intelligence is a recent phenomenon. Every now and then we can read in the media what
professions will disappear and who will lose their jobs. Is it really as simple as some journalists and,
unfortunately, managers think? Can a computer really replace a human being completely, or will it
rather complement and help them? Depending on which side we lean, AI will become an enemy or a
friend. Let's think together about our future…

Coffee break
15:00 - 15:30
Ján Uriga
Should we use AI in change management?
Ján Uriga
15:30 - 15:55
EN
Detail

I'll walk you through 5 reasons why YES and 5 reasons why better NO.
Let's evaluate the weight of each reason together on the spot and measure the sentiment of (non)
confidence toward AI.

Gabriela Dostálová
Navigating Change Management In The Era Of AI
Gabriela Dostálová
16:00 - 16:25
EN
Detail

The presentation will provide insight into successful change management not only in the field of
information technology & AI. It will focus on strategies for implementing new systems, processes and
technologies with an emphasis on minimizing resistance, frustration and optimizing employee adoption
of change. Speakers will focus on the key drivers of successful change management. Attendees will
be inspired by specific examples and best practices.

Wrap up of the second day
16:25 - 16:45
CS

Multilingual stage

Aleš Špidla
Nirvana in IT, is it possible? (when those security guards keep grounding us?) and Nirvana in cyber and information security? (When everyone else is grounding us?)
Aleš Špidla
09:45 - 10:10
CS
Detail

The situation does not improve and it is easy to become a soothsayer… Just say "and it will get worse" and it always comes true.

And on top of that, the specter of NIS-2 is roaming around Europe. Well, we got it.

You can already see the prayers … “God let us not fall there” materialized … if you look against the light.

Now what? Well, let's try to think and look for a solution (within ourselves)

Coffee break
10:15 - 10:45
Pavel Rabenseifner
Change Enablement and Human Factor
Pavel Rabenseifner
10:45 - 11:10
CS
Detail

AI will not drive big changes or projects! If so, then there is still a very long way to go to this reality. But how to ensure the successful implementation of increasingly complex changes? This lecture will provide an overview of the experience gained when working with people who are going through personal or work changes. The success of a project or change management in an organization would not be possible without proper communication. We will explore the reasons why people sometimes resist change, despite its clear benefits. We will focus on how to increase the chance of success in implementing the change.

Zdeněk Valut
AI automation in the age of low-code / no-code platforms
Zdeněk Valut
11:15 - 11:40
CS
Detail

Artificial intelligence has significantly changed the attitude towards automation and is transforming traditional approaches to development. The rapid development of low-code / no-code platforms in practice relieves IT of the previous "gatekeeping" function and enables rapid development with the help of AI. The democratization of AI tools is erasing barriers and opening up the possibilities of automating cognitive work for almost everyone. But this also brings risks that may not be apparent at first glance. We will show examples of the use of AI automation and the adaptation of artificial intelligence in organizations not only from a technical point of view, but above all from the point of view of change management.

Jiří Pilný
The impact of AI on IT projects
Jiří Pilný
11:45 - 12:10
CS
Detail

Using artificial intelligence (AI) in projects can bring benefits as well as challenges. On the plus side, AI enables the automation of routine tasks, increases process efficiency and enables better use of data for decision-making. This leads to improved productivity, faster response to changes and greater ability to predict trends. However, the integration of AI brings several challenges such as ethical and legal issues regarding privacy and data protection, the lack of quality data for the proper functioning of AI, and the potential impact on the labor market and jobs due to the automation of certain activities.

Lunch Break
12:15 - 13:15
Jiří Skála
How will AI transform the ITSM profession?
Jiří Skála
14:00 - 14:25
CS

There are opinions that the introduction of new AI applications will lead to the demise of some professions, the IT field and IT Service Management without exception. It is therefore appropriate to ask the question how AI will affect applications existing and many years of experience chiseled methods and procedures of design, planning, implementation and operating IT management systems? Is AI able to provide ITSM to consultants and managers effective help? Is, for example, AI capable of designing an ITSM process or value based on input data stream for a specific environment? Or perhaps no ITSM consultant or ITSM manager will be needed, because AI will manage the IT environment much better and more efficiently than humans? See area for example AIOps.
In this post, we will briefly summarize what AI is and summarize the articles that have already been on topic of the influence of AI on the future of the ITSM profession published. We will also ask the chatbot this question GPT-4. First of all, we will examine whether existing AI applications really show signs of being genuine intelligence, using several concrete examples in several AI tools. The goal of these demos will be provide some evidence for the claim that ITSM professions will not disappear, but will transform into one in such a way that they will require higher and more detailed professional knowledge than before. But only until before artificial general intelligence (AGI) becomes available.

David Alimov
When will AI and DevOps shake hands?
David Alimov
14:30 - 14:55
CS
Detail

We will focus on the places in the lying eight where AI has its representative. We will discuss topics that are very closely related to AI and DevOps. We randomly select, for example, the use of resources, people, sustainability, collaboration, speed and other interesting areas. Theory is needed, but live outputs from AI in practical examples can answer the question "Does it make sense?"

Coffee break
15:00 - 15:30
Peter Svoboda
How to lose Time, Money & Quality in AI-hype wave
Peter Svoboda
15:30 - 15:55
EN
Detail

Peter's speech is about journey through major technological waves in the past, present time and future.

What they looked like? What they brought? What we as both Companies and Society lost with them? And what we as Managers could learn from them to make our decisions where to direct our focus, effort and assets more sound and future-proof?

Speech is based in "IT Project World Reality", but will bring also lessons learnt and surprising parallels from areas you may not find related from distant view. 

Target audience covers both people responsible for IT Projects planning & delivery as well as people responsible for Companies IT Strategic vision(s), your open mind and critical thinking would be triggered.

WARNING: You may leave with more bugging questions in your head than you had before the presentation, so please attend on your own risk.

Vlastimil Poláček
Future of Project Management
Vlastimil Poláček
16:00 - 16:25
EN
Detail

In the lecture, we will focus on the role and importance of project management in the context of dynamic changes that contemporary society is going through. We will consider what influences and challenges modern trends and technological innovations bring to the field of project management. Special emphasis will be placed on the transformation of the role of the project manager and its adaptation to new requirements. We will discuss how new technologies will change the work of not only project managers, but also entire teams. We will introduce current trends, visions and practical examples. You will get inspiration and an overview of how project management adapts to current challenges.