Modeling Business Systems and Processes with SysML v2
Gerd Wagner, Brandenburg University of Technology
 | Gerd Wagner is a Professor Emeritus at Brandenburg University of Technology, Cottbus, Germany. After studying Mathematics, Philosophy and Informatics in Heidelberg, San Francisco and Berlin, he (1) investigated the semantics of negation in knowledge representation formalisms, (2) developed concepts and techniques for agent-oriented modeling and simulation, (3) participated in the development of a foundational ontology for conceptual modeling, the Unified Foundational Ontology (UFO), and (4) created a new Discrete Event Simulation paradigm: Object Event Modeling and Simulation (OEM&S), together with a new process modeling language: the Discrete Event Process Modeling Notation (DPMN), and (5) is now writing the book "Understanding KerML and SysML v2" (sim4edu.com/reading/kerml-sysml). |
Why post-merger IS integration often fails and how to fix it
Ksenija Lāce, Evolution and Riga Technical University
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are among the most widely used strategies for organizational growth and transformation. However, the success of an M&A deal does not end with the transaction itself, a critical phase which begins after is post-merger integration. Within this phase, the integration of information systems (IS) plays a central role in aligning operations, realizing synergies, and supporting unified business processes.
But many post-merger IS integration projects fail to deliver the expected results. While technical plans are often well-structured, implementation frequently faces challenges. These issues are commonly caused by a lack of real-world experience among IT professionals, weak alignment between business and technical teams, and resistance from key stakeholders.
This presentation explores how to design effective IS integration strategies that address these obstacles. It will focus on practical methods to compensate for limited experience, strengthen alignment with business objectives, and increase motivation and collaboration across all involved parties - from IT teams to business leaders
Ksenija Lace has over 20 years of experience in the field of information technology. She is currently working as Head of Product Execution at Evolution, a global technology company. In the past five years, the company has acquired six other companies. Each of these acquisitions brought different challenges for information system (IS) integration. Ksenija Lace was responsible for building the overall architecture and integration approach to support the company’s long-term growth through further acquisitions. She holds a PhD. focused on post-merger IS integration. In her doctoral research, she developed a methodology to help organizations identify which systems should be integrated and how to choose the best integration option. Her goal was to support a complete, structured approach that also helps IT professionals who have little or no experience with mergers and acquisitions. Ksenija Lace continues her research in this area. Her main topics include making the integration process faster and more efficient by optimizing the use of resources. She also studies the human side of integration, including how gamification and motivational tools can improve stakeholder engagement and support better collaboration across different teams. |