ESMT Insight Hour with Matthias Geselle: Lessons from Merck KGaA’s IT transformation

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When the biggest unit in Group IT wasn’t meeting expectations on compliance, transparency, or business orientation, the leadership at Merck KGaA called for sweeping change. But just as the transformation kicked off, a company-wide restructuring significantly raised the stakes. The core challenge? Rebuild the system without interrupting operations.

In this ESMT Insight Hour, Matthias Geselle, senior vice president and global head of IT at Merck KGaA, shares how his team pulled off a bold IT reboot while keeping operations stable and secure. You'll learn how he led a three-phase transformation that delivered real savings, improved performance, and kept people engaged, all while supporting company-wide change.

You’ll gain insight into:
- Balancing legacy systems with the need for innovation
- Meeting compliance requirements without slowing down
- Leading change while keeping your team motivated and aligned

Join us to find out what it really takes to transform IT without breaking the system. Moderated by Nan Guo, Chief Digital Officer, ESMT Berlin.