Volker Rieger works as Managing Partner at Detecon International GmbH, the advisory arm of T-Systems. He is responsible for Detecon’s consulting business in the energy industry. For more than 20 years, he has been advising national and international clients from the telecommunications and energy sectors on digital business transformation. The specific topics he has been focusing on recently include data-centric business models, and the related agile transformation of organizations, cultures, and capabilities. Volker has authored numerous studies on data-centric business models, business ecosystems, and digital change. His clients include leading European generation and distribution companies. Several of his projects have been recognized with prestigious industry awards. Volker studied physics and holds a Ph.D. in quantum optics. Prior to joining Detecon, he served as Product Manager in the Bosch group, responsible for connected car devices.