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In this episode of the Stellar Work Podcast, Benjamin interviews Anja Hendel, a seasoned expert in digital transformation within the automotive industry. Anja shares her journey from studying computer science to leading digital initiatives at major companies like Porsche and Volkswagen. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by hardware-focused organizations in adapting to software-driven models, the importance of organizational structure in successful transformations, and the future of mobility in an era of autonomous driving. Anja emphasizes the need for a cultural shift in how companies evaluate success and adapt to changing market demands.Anja HendelAnja Hendel is the Managing Director at diconium, a digital services company, where she has been instrumental in guiding the digital transformation efforts at Volkswagen AG since 2020. As a mobility expert, she specializes in navigating the digital shifts within the automotive industry, particularly in translating traditional engineering into a software-centric business model. Before joining diconium, Anja led the Porsche Digital Lab in Berlin, where she managed an international team of deep-tech experts. Her previous experiences also include roles at the European pharmaceutical wholesaler Celesio AG and the IT consulting giant Capgemini.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-hendel/Stellar Work:Check out www.stellarwork.com for more information about how evolutionary agile transformations workMake sure to follow us on your podcast player 🔔 as well as on LinkedIn to never miss out on more content: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stellarwork/Sponsors:This podcast is 100% sponsored by me :)If you need help with you agile transformation and opting for an evolutionary approach seems like something you want to check out, click here and lets meet: https://calendly.com/benjamin-igna-dcs_/30minNote:Stellar Work Podcast hosts and guests may hold assets discussed in this episode. This podcast is not investment advice, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only.You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any financial transactions.🤘 Generated Music: https://suno.com/@stellarworkChapters
