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MUNICH
 October 22, 2026 - RECAP

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  • Location: Siemens Technology Center, 85748 Garching/ Munich
  • Time: 09:30 - 15:15 CET

Innovation Management at the Speed of AI – a look back

On October 22, 2026, Siemens and ITONICS welcomed50+ innovation leaders to the Siemens Technology Center in Garching. Together, we explored what AI-driven speed means for the future of innovation management.

What we explored:

AI is changing more than the tools innovation teams use. It is changing how fast new technologies emerge, how quickly opportunities need to be assessed, and how soon decisions have to be made.

At the Innovation Brunch Munich, a curated group of innovation leaders from [Branchen, z. B. industrial technology, automotive, medtech and defense] discussed how organizations can adapt their innovation management to this new reality.

Through real-world perspectives, candid discussions and cross-industry exchange, we looked at how companies can spot opportunities earlier, make well-informed decisions faster and turn insights into action – without losing strategic focus or human judgment.

The day brought together:

  • Keynotes from Siemens and the BMW Group on how their innovation work is changing in the AI era

  • A panel with Siemens, LivaNova and HENSOLDT on how fast is fast enough

  • Open exchange with peers facing similar challenges across industries

  • An exclusive tour of the Siemens Technology Center

  • A shared business lunch with plenty of time for conversations and new connections

Key takeaways

The discussions went well beyond the AI hype. Participants left with:

  • A clearer view of how AI is reshaping innovation management and the role of innovation teams

  • Practical approaches for identifying opportunities and making decisions faster

  • Real-world perspectives from Siemens, BMW Group, LivaNova and HENSOLDT

  • Fresh ideas for balancing AI, human judgment, governance and strategic focus

  • New connections within a curated community of innovation professionals

Thank you to everyone who joined, shared their experience, and made the day so open and inspiring. 

Impressions from Munich

 A curated setting. Open conversations. Real-world perspectives. 

Agenda

09:30
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10:00

Arrival & Coffee

Relaxed arrival with a cup of coffee and a light breakfast

10:00
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10:15

Opening & Welcome

Siemens & ITONICS

10:15
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11:00

Keynote: Rethinking Innovation Management: How Siemens Is Adapting for the AI Era

Cosima Gulde, Wiebke Fröhner & Romana Engler from Siemens AG

11:00
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11:30

Keynote: Everyone Can Build Now - How AI Is Changing What Corporate Innovation Is For

Celine Perrot, BMW Group

11:30
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12:00

☕ Coffee Break

12:00
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12:45

Panel: How Fast Is Fast Enough? Navigating Innovation in the AI Era

With Cosima Gulde (Siemens), Bettina Westphal (LivaNova) & Alexander Bolkart (HENSOLDT)

12:45
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14:00

🍴 Lunch & Open Networking

Extend conversations and build connections in an informal setting

14:00
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15:00

Siemens Lab Tour

A behind-the-scenes look at the Siemens Technology Center and its work
Guided by Theo Papadopoulos

15:00
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15:15

Closing & Wrap-up

Siemens & ITONICS

Thank you to our speakers & hosts

And a special THANK YOU to our co-host Siemens for hosting this year's Innovation Brunch Munich at the Siemens Technology Center in Garching – and for opening the doors to its labs.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Siemens is a leading global technology company focused on transforming industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. By combining the real and digital worlds, Siemens helps organizations become more efficient, resilient, and sustainable. With a strong heritage of engineering and innovation, the company develops technologies that support digital transformation and address some of the most important challenges facing businesses and society today.

Missed our Munich event or want more?

          Our Innovation Brunches bring together innovation leaders in a small, curated setting several times a year. Find our upcoming dates on the events page.

Location: Siemens Technology Center Garching

Friedrich-Ludwig-Bauer-Straße 3, 85748 Garching bei München

Got more questions? We've got answers.

How do I get there?

Getting There

By Metro (U-Bahn)
Take the U6 from Munich city center and get off at Garching Forschungszentrum. The line stops at key stations including Marienplatz, Sendlinger Tor, and Münchner Freiheit.

By S-Bahn & Bus
The nearest S-Bahn station is Ismaning. From there, regular bus connections take you directly to the campus.

By Bus
Bus lines 230, 292, and 690 connect Garching with Munich and the surrounding area. Please check the MVV website for current schedules and connections.

By Car
Take the A9 and exit at Garching Nord. Follow signs for Campus TUM, then turn left onto Friedrich-Ludwig-Bauer-Straße after the first traffic light.

Are there parking spots near by?

Free parking is available in ample quantities either right next to the building (option 1) - or, if those are already full, you’ll find additional parking spaces at tanother his parking lot (option 2), just a few minutes’ walk away.


 

 

Are there any hotel recommendations?

Hotel Recommendations

Closest to the venue
Courtyard by Marriott Munich Garching
Stellaris Apartment Hotel

Hotels with convenient U6 connections
Dorint Hotel München/Garching
Motel One München-Garching
Hotel König Ludwig II.
ibis München Garching
B&B Hotel München-Garching

Additional option in Garching
SOULMADE

Please note:
Several major events are taking place in Munich and Garching around October 22, 2026. We therefore recommend booking your accommodation as early as possible.

What do I need to bring to attend the event?

You do not need to bring a ticket or a confirmation of registration. Once your registration has been officially confirmed via email, you will automatically be added to the participant list.

In which language will the event be held?

The presentations and official program will be conducted in English.

Who can I contact if I have further questions related to the event?

Please reach out to our Event Manager, Anica Spieler.

What should I do if I can no longer attend the event?

If you are unable to attend, please inform our Event Manager, Anica Spieler, in writing as soon as possible. This allows us to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.