Model-based financial optimisation: driving profitability in a volatile market
Aug 06, 2025
In the second episode of our four-part podcast series with Siemens, Chiranjib Sengupta sat down with John Nixon, Vice President of Global Strategy for Energy, Chemicals and Infrastructure and Mike Houghton, Global Head of Sales, both at Siemens Digital Industries Software, to unpack the secrets of how energy companies can maximise their returns on digital investment. John and Mike highlighted emerging digital technologies and data-driven solutions that can help Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) better understand the impact of a company’s financial pathway. They also explored the digital infrastructure that companies need to benefit from model-based financial optimisation, and addressed the skills and training component for CFOs and other stakeholders to start incorporating such optimisation in typical business plans and operations.
Meet our expert guest speakers

John Nixon
Vice President, Energy & Utilities, Siemens Digital Industries Software
Siemens Digital Industries Software

Mike Houghton
Global Head of Sales
Siemens Digital Industries Software

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