SMC Squared proudly sponsored and actively participated in this year’s MN Tech Connect 2024 event. This event brought together a dynamic community of technology professionals, industry veterans, and forward-thinking startups from across the region, creating a vibrant space for networking, knowledge-sharing, and exploring the latest trends in the tech world.
Our CEO, Patricia Connolly, joined an esteemed panel of industry leaders, including Ramesh Babu, CIO of DigiKey, Bill Sedoff, Advisor Partner of SMC2, and Heather Mickman, Chief Technology Officer of Lakeshore Learning Materials, in a discussion titled "Empowering Global Teams: The Role of GCCs in Transforming Challenges into Opportunities." This panel delved into the transformative power of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and their crucial role in driving innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage for multinational companies.
Panel Discussion Highlights:
Experienced Voices: Our esteemed panel, shared invaluable insights drawn from their extensive experience in establishing and leading successful GCCs worldwide.
Strategic Insights: The discussion covered the strategic motivations behind setting up GCCs, emphasizing the importance of global talent acquisition and operational efficiency.
Real-World Examples: The panelists provided firsthand accounts of the challenges and successes encountered in developing GCCs, highlighting the impact on innovation and cost reduction.
Collaborative Success: The conversation also touched on the collaborative frameworks that have been key to the successful implementation and ongoing operation of GCCs.