Rüdiger Spies
BARC Research Fellow
Rüdiger's work revolves around exploring data, information, and knowledge to unlock value for companies. His projects and trend analyses dive into how these elements come together to drive business success.
Profile
Rüdiger focuses on delivering value from data through a variety of initiatives, including projects, keynote speeches, and CxO coaching sessions. His work spans both short-term projects and long-term IT architecture challenges, with an emphasis on data usage in evolving environments.
With decades of experience as an industry analyst (since 1998) and management roles at both national and international companies (IBM in Germany, USA, England, France, EDS/ATKearney, Informix), along with his background as a patent attorney, Rüdiger brings a unique perspective on “What Comes after What Comes Next” for Global 2000 companies and startups alike.
Areas of expertise
Beyond classic business analytics and applications, Rüdiger’s expertise spans
- machine learning (AI, neural networks, autoML, XAI, reinforcement learning, AI analytics),
- quantum computing (including QC integration with traditional architectures),
- Q analytics, auto-analytics, cloud computing (including DevOps), and cryptography.
He also delves into future technologies like Homomorphic Computing, Neuromorphic Computing, Memristive Computing, Multi-Logic Computing, next-gen computing architectures, and advanced data organization and algorithms.
5 questions to Rüdiger Spies
What did you want to become growing up?
An inventor, rocket builder, and astronaut.
What’s the coolest thing about your job at BARC?
Being able to bridge the gap between the present and the future, and helping to create value from that connection.
What is your next destination?
A tea plantation in Sri Lanka – and who knows what else!
If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
To see the future.
How do you like to spend your free time?
Staying active with sports, dancing, tinkering, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and discovering new things.