Tech Track 2 Cloud Native

Overview

This Tech Track will explore the journey from Code to Cloud and beyond. How do you modernize existing applications in a meaningful way? Which cloud models have proven to be successful in the Swiss environment? And how do teams manage to anchor not only new technologies but also new ways of thinking? Leading Swiss companies will showcase how they implement cloud-native approaches into practice from the initial architecture decisions through to operations.

Session 1: Cloud-Native Software in Practice

This Session focuses on software development in a cloud-native world. Experts share how they're re-architecting legacy systems, building serverless solutions, and adapting development platforms to cloud-native standards.

Session 2: Cloud Infrastructure and Organizational Transformation

This session zooms out to infrastructure, sovereignty, and the people side of cloud transformation. Talks cover platform development, leadership, and the benefits of cloud operations that offer a viable swiss alternative.

Track Chair

VSHN, Aarno Aukia, Co-Founder & Partner

Track Committee

Karakun, Opacc, Xelon

Moderation

Thomas Brenzikofer, swiss made software

Session 1: Cloud-Native Software in Practice

11:00 to 12:30
Cloud Native in Switzerland 2025 - Definition, Benefits, and Outlook: Aarno Aukia - Co-Founder & Partner, VSHN
Business-critical applications in the cloud - experiences, surprises and practical tips: Corsin Decurtins - Chief Technology Officer, G+D Netcetera
My learnings from ten years of cloud-native and serverless: Lena Fuhrimann - Founder, bespinian, Member of Coalist
Application modernization - Re-architect and migrate legacy mainframe applications into the cloud: Andreas Ruppen - Senior Software Architect, Adnovum AG; together with: Daniel Hogg, Head of Architect, Adnovum AG

Session 2: Cloud Infrastructure and Organizational Transformation

14:00 to 15:30
Beyond the Tech: Leading the Organisational Shift to the Cloud: Mike Mannion - Senior Software Engineer, Karakun
How to build a cloud platform that meets the highest standards? And how do you make software cloud-enabled? Stephane Barbey - Bereichsleiter Produkt-Entwicklung, Partner, Geschäftsleitung, Opacc
Swiss Cloud Sovereignty: How Switzerland can own Its Tech infrastructure: Michael Dudli - CEO, Xelon & Board Member at Swiss Startup Association
AEM as a Cloud Service – ensure seamless upgrades at scale for a highly-customizable cloud solution: Ramon Bisswanger - Senior Software Engineer, Adobe Switzerland