A Four-Stage Journey Through Innovation and Technology where companies share the future of business by showcasing their experience with the technologies driving change
VEM sistemi announces the second edition of the “Roads to Innovation” roadshow—a journey through stories of innovation that, from February to May, will visit several cities across Italy. Each stop will explore a different theme, illustrating how technology can be a driver of transformation and business enabler. The real protagonists of this journey, alongside the Forlì-based system integrator, will be leading companies from the Italian business landscape, sharing their stories, unique qualities, and real-life innovation experiences. The first stop, titled “Brewing a Robust IT Transformation”, kicks off on Tuesday, February 25, with Essse Caffè—a prestigious Bologna-based coffee roaster specializing in out-of-home consumption—at Hotel I Portici in Bologna, starting at 9:30 AM.
Founded in 1979 and defined by the three “S”s—Science, Knowledge, and Specialization—Essse Caffè is now a successful brand in Italy and abroad, known for authenticity and excellence.During the event, Essse Caffè will explain how it has made its IT infrastructure more secure and resilient through technological investments, advanced monitoring, and managed services, relying on VEM sistemi’s expertise to handle its IT operations. The day will also feature: Fortinet, presenting strategies for secure and efficient SD-WAN network management, with a focus on OT environment protection, enhanced by SD-Factorii—VEM’s proprietary SaaS solution for monitoring network and security infrastructure in production facilities. NetApp, exploring the topic of data protection, with insights into advanced backup and managed disaster recovery solutions—essential for ensuring operational continuity and integrity. The day will conclude with a true Coffee Experience by Essse Caffè—a sensory journey into the world of coffee—hosted at their historic headquarters in Via Galliera, Bologna.
“We are very pleased to participate in the first stop of this edition of Roads to Innovation,” says Andrea Giovanardi, IT Manager at Essse Caffè.
“We were looking for a reliable partner to manage our infrastructure and cybersecurity—both crucial for business resilience. In VEM sistemi, we found the partner we needed, fully aligned with the quality of Essse Caffè. We’re happy to share this important step forward in enhancing our IT ecosystem’s efficiency, resilience, and security.”
Four Stops, Four Stories, One Common Goal
Each of the four stops on Roads to Innovation will offer a unique opportunity to explore different technology topics, highlighting the latest innovations in IT services—a sector where VEM sistemi has operated for over 20 years. This journey is part of VEM’s mission to facilitate integration across heterogeneous systems, providing cutting-edge, customized solutions tailored to each company’s specific needs. During the roadshow, key updates will also be unveiled regarding: The evolution of IT and OT infrastructure management New solutions for data storage and protection Advanced tools for cybersecurity and IT governance enhancement The paths to innovation are many—sometimes parallel, sometimes divergent or intertwined—but always unique. Each one tells a business story, with its own requirements and timing, united by the goal of leveraging technological progress to evolve business models. For this reason, VEM sistemi has chosen to give a platform to the most innovative companies, allowing them to share their experiences and real-life technology applications—to inspire others and demonstrate the value and opportunities that emerging technologies can offer. The “Roads to Innovation” roadshow will continue with three more stops, each focusing on a different theme, running through to May.
