Transforming energy through innovation
Marco Barra Caracciolo, CEO of Bludigit and CIO of Italgas, delves into the transformative impact of the Group’s tech company on the energy sector.
In this exclusive interview, Marco Barra Caracciolo, CEO of Bludigit and CIO of Italgas, delves into the transformative impact of the Group’s tech company on the energy sector.
From advanced network digitalisation to precise emission monitoring, Caracciolo highlights how Bludigit is pioneering solutions for a smarter, more sustainable energy future with cutting-edge technology and strategic innovation.
While the Company's innovation journey within the energy transition is clear, he also notes that people are the driving force behind these changes.
He emphasises the need for organisations to invest heavily in training and new leadership and management styles to address the challenge of organisational changes lagging behind technological advances.
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About Bludigit
Bludigit, a digital services company within Italgas Group, was established in July 2021 to drive digital transformation. Since 2017, the company has focused on five pillars: IoTisation, digitalisation, organisational agility, IT modernisation, and a digital factory for innovation. They have integrated IoT technology across 80 million smart meters and 80,000 km of network, streamlined operations, and transformed their organisational culture.
The acquisition of Italy's second-largest gas distributor marks a strategic move towards integration and optimization. Bluedigit also invests heavily in training, leadership, and generative AI to align with its organizational strategy and assess its AI maturity.
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