Feb

17

Life's Rhythm: Reclaiming Operational Sovereignty

Keynote
  • Topic: Defense
  • Time: 17.02.2026, 13:30 to 14:15
  • Location: Tech Stage
  • Language: German French English
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Systems function as long as they remain in sync. But what happens when a (cyber)attack disrupts this rhythm? Beatrice Smit (COO) and Manuel Dietrich (CTO) use the metaphor of rhythm to show how critical infrastructures can become unbalanced and how organizations can find a new, more resilient rhythm by building sovereign security competencies. A presentation on digital sovereignty, operational capacity, and the question of how we can not only protect systems, but also find our rhythm again after a disruption.

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Speaker

Beatrice Smit

Beatrice Smit

COO, Axpo Systems and Expert in critical infrastructure operations and cybersecurity

Beatrice Smit is COO of Axpo Systems and combines cybersecurity with operational experience in mission-critical environments. With the Operations Control Center, she brings together operational expertise and technology. She strengthens digital resilience in energy, transportation, government, and healthcare, setting new standards in the OT world. Her background includes software development, aviation, and incident management for operators of critical infrastructure.

Manuel Dietrich

Manuel Dietrich

CTO Axpo Systems
the Swiss Cyber Security Days
23 - 24 February 2027

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