AI Unplugged

AI Unplugged is a space for real conversations. No presentations. No scripted talks. No buzzwords.

Practitioners come together to share how AI is actually being used in Agile environments today. You hear what is working, what is failing, and what teams are learning as they experiment.

This is not about theory.

This is about real experiences.

What You Can Expect

• Open and honest panel conversation by experts.
• Real use cases from teams and organizations
• Multiple perspectives from practitioners
• Questions answered without filters
• Insights based on actual implementation

Who Should Attend

• Leaders and decision makers
• Scrum Masters
• Agile Coaches
• Product Owners
• Developers and Engineers
• Business Analysts
• Anyone exploring AI in Agile

Why Attend AI Unplugged?

1. Hear real experiences, not polished talks
Learn from what practitioners are actually doing.

2. Understand the impact of AI on your role
See how responsibilities are changing across Agile roles.

3. Ask direct questions
Get answers from people working in real environments.

4. Learn from different viewpoints
Compare approaches across teams and organizations.

5. Stay grounded in reality
Avoid hype. Focus on what works.

AI Unplugged

How It Works

• Attend the panel discussion on Day 2 as part of the conference
• Listen to insights shared by industry experts
• If you have a question for the panel, drop it at info@rsghyderabad.com
• Contribute your perspective, as needed
• Take away insights you can apply

No slides. No formal structure. Just conversation.

What You Will Walk Away With

• Clear understanding of real AI use cases
• Awareness of challenges and risks
• Practical insights from peers
• Better questions to explore in your organization
• A grounded view of AI in Agile

Registration Cost

Included in your conference ticket.
Surya Prabha Vadlamani

Surya Prabha Vadlamani

Vice President, Centific
An enterprise AI leader with a track record of building production-grade AI systems long before AI became mainstream in industry. Since 2018, she has designed and deployed AI solutions that solve real business problems, including deep reinforcement learning applications, mission-critical computer vision systems, and early enterprise NLP platforms. She pioneered enterprise MLOps pipelines for continuous model training and deployment, enabling scalable AI adoption. I have built and led high-performing AI teams delivering solutions that directly impact revenue and operational efficiency. My leadership focuses on building strong AI engineering teams, establishing enterprise AI governance frameworks, and aligning AI strategy with business value. I bridge cutting-edge AI innovation from machine learning to generative and agentic AI into reliable enterprise systems.
Shrikant Mishra

Shrikant Mishra

AI & Digital Transformation Leader, ISB Alumni
  1. AI and Digital Transformation Leader with 22 years of global experience driving enterprise modernization across the UK, US, APAC, and Australia.
  2. Proven expertise in leading large scale Agile and AI enabled transformation programs, managing large size portfolios, and building high-performing teams.
  3. Specialized in leveraging AI, data, cloud, and automation technologies to accelerate digital adoption, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experience.
  4. Strong background in Lean Portfolio Management, SAFe Agile, and strategic program execution.
  5. Trusted advisor to leadership and organizations with a consistent track record of delivering scalable digital solutions, faster time-to-market, and measurable business growth outcomes.
Dr. Rituraj Patil

 Dr. Rituraj Patil

Director / Head of TMT ISG at Zensar Technologies
  1. Product Engineering + Lean Agile Leadership, Culture, and Management Enthusiast
  2. Expertise in R&D, Consulting, Advisory, Mentoring, Coaching, Teaching, Training, and Facilitation
  3. Current engagements – AI-Native Agile IT / Software Products Development, Delivery, Management, and Leadership
  4. Currently working as Director / Head of Technology, Media, and Telecom Industry Solutions Group at Zensar Technologies in India, US, EU, and South Africa
  5. Worked as Product Coach for multiple IT Product Development Teams under multiple Portfolios at Hello Fresh in Germany
  6. Worked in various techno-functional roles at MOURI Tech, Rockwell Automation, Tetra Pak, Atos, ADP, and Cognizant in India, Sweden, and Italy
  7. Author of Books – “Mastering Advanced Scrum”, “Mastering AI Product Management”
  8. Doctorate in AI, Digital Transformation
  9. Holding 9 (3 Indian, 3 Australian, and 3 UK) Innovation R&D Patents
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Location

JRC Conventions & Trade Fairs,
Adjacent to Whisper Valley,
Jubilee Hills,4, Narne Road,
Film Nagar, Hyderabad,
Telangana 500104

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