ASKx Conference Malmö 2026 | The Future of MES Transformation | David Bleackley

David Bleackley, Vice President and Head of Advanced Applications at AVEVA, explores how the MES industry is being reshaped by cloud adoption, AI integration, IT/OT convergence, and increasing regulatory demands. In this session from ASKx Conference Malmö 2026, David looks at the value manufacturers are realizing through real-time visibility, downtime reduction, quality improvements, and reduced IT burden. He also explains how reducing customization and complexity while improving scalability can help organizations accelerate MES transformation. Event: ASKx Conference Malmö 2026 Block: Block 2 – Maximise Productivity and Quality in Real-Time with a Modular and Low-Code MES Platform Approach Track: Track 1 Date: 17 March 2026 Time: 15:30–17:00 CET Speaker: David Bleackley Vice President - Head of Advanced Applications AVEVA This session is part of the Block 2 playlist focused on modular, scalable MES strategies for real-time manufacturing improvement. #ASKxConference #AVEVA #MES