Digitalization is driving change everywhere you look. Yet for all its promise, digital transformation is complex. Deploying digital technologies and integrating them into the existing systems is not an easy process. That’s why we at Siemens have made a fundamental change in the way we do business by making the digital transformation as easy as possible and at scale. Siemens Xcelerator, you’ve likely heard about it. But what is it exactly? Discover the most straightforward breakdown of Siemens Xcelerator, Siemens open digital business platform on the newest episode of the "Accelerating the Future” podcast, available on both<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/accelerating-the-future/id1626202108" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Apple podcast</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/70RIuBzxVvz1HTKPxkvbVC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> and Spotify</a>! Immerse yourself in a captivating dialogue as we delve into the world of digital transformation, featuring two remarkable guests. Our host, Susan Park, Siemens Canada's VP of Communications, engages in enlightening conversation with our guest speaker, Bettina Rotermund, SVP and Global Head of Strategy for Siemens Xcelerator. In this episode, you will discover what exactly Siemens Xcelerator is, the importance and benefits of being a part of its Ecosystem, and how it will revolutionize the industrial world. You will also hear more about the platform's incorporation of financial options and consulting support, making this evolution accessible to a broader range of enterprises. In this episode, you will learn:<ul><li>Siemens Xcelerator's purpose (0:14)</li><li>The value of digital transformation (1:48)</li><li>Examples of Implementations (04:15)</li><li>Financing options for digital transformation (7:23)</li><li>Future vision and opportunities for Siemens Xcelerator (11:20)</li></ul> Connect with Bettina Rotermund<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettinarotermund/?originalSubdomain=de" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul> Connect with Susan Park<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanparkmarketing/?originalSubdomain=ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul> Learn more about Siemens Xcelerator:<ul><li><a href="http://www.siemens.com/xcelerator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.siemens.com/xcelerator</a></li></ul>

Siemens Xcelerator: The Future of Digital Transformation!

Buildings are a major contributor to global energy-related carbon emissions, accounting for approximately 30 to 40 percent of the total. Transforming the building sector and integrating technology for smart buildings offers an enormous opportunity to fight climate change.&nbsp;By harnessing the power of technology, smart buildings have the potential to significantly reduce energy consumption, with potential savings ranging from 5 to 35 percent depending on the specific systems and structures in place.&nbsp;This translates into significant financial savings, as well as a much more efficient and effective approach to meeting green goals.&nbsp;In today’s episode, the host&nbsp;Amy Geisberger,&nbsp;Head of Sustainability for Siemens Canada, is joined by Geoff Newman, General Manager for the Toronto branch of Siemens Smart Infrastructure in Canada. He will share with us the benefits of smart buildings in achieving sustainability goals. In this episode, you will learn how smart buildings and technology can help with decarbonization and air quality. You will also get to hear more about the importance of behavioral changes and embracing new technology to make buildings more efficient. In this episode, you will learn:<ul><li>The benefits of smart buildings (4:28)</li><li>The importance of behavioral changes and embracing new technology to make buildings more efficient&nbsp;(10:37)</li><li>The biggest challenges for sustainability managers (13:10)</li><li>Ways to get your organization to embrace this technology (16:39)</li></ul> Connect with Amy Geisberger:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amygeisberger/?trk=public_profile_browsemap&amp;originalSubdomain=ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul> Connect with Geoff Newman:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gjhnewman/?originalSubdomain=ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul>

Smart Buildings and Sustainability

Climate change is no longer a far-off problem that can be addressed later, we need to address it now. We have the facts, the technology, the skill, and the solution: all that is remaining is for us to execute at scale and reasonable cost. One of the biggest and most impactful steps that the world is taking is electrifying the transport system, a significant contributor to greenhouse emissions. In today’s episode, the host&nbsp;Lindsay Brown is joined by Theresa Cooke, the Smart Infrastructure Sales Lead for Siemens Canada. She also serves on several transportation electrification boards in Canada. She will share with us the current state of mobility electrification in Canada and what is needed to take it to the next level. In this episode, you’ll learn about the factors that have enabled the increase of mobility electrification in Canada. You’ll also learn about what needs to be done to make electric vehicles a viable option for more people. Additionally, you’ll hear about the challenges that the industry is facing and how collaboration between different stakeholders can help in overcoming them. In this episode, you will learn:<ul><li>The role of Siemens in the electrification of transport in Canada</li><li>Factors that have led to increased mobility electrification in Canada</li><li>The barriers to electric mobility</li><li>The pros and cons of owning an electric car</li></ul>

Electrifying Canada’s Mobility

Accelerating the Future presented by Siemens Canada This series will spotlight expert perspectives and insights on the innovations and technologies that are disrupting the era and shaping our future. The digital transformation landscape is creating a permanent paradigm shift in the way we live. Find out how!

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