Sponsor Showcase: The New Operating Model for Workforce Readiness


Industrial operations are changing faster than ever, and so is what qualifies people to do the work. In this session, Rick van Echtelt, co-founder and CEO of AG5, argues that skills data can no longer stay in HR as a record. He proposes how manufacturers can move from skills records to operational readiness. The aim is to answer one question: can we perform the work with the workforce we have?

Rick van Echtelt is the Co-Founder and CEO of AG5, where he leverages over two decades of experience in entrepreneurship and developing skills management software. Passionate about innovation and creating new business models, Rick thrives on empowering his team to achieve their full potential. He played a pivotal role in establishing the first skills matrix software for the Dutch safety regions, demonstrating his ability to merge technology with critical public services while ensuring seamless and impactful implementation.
