Ms. Katharina WESTRICH
Global VP of Electronics, Semiconductors & Simulation, Siemens
Katharina heads Siemens’ global activities for Electronics & Semiconductor and Simulation, leading a team dedicated to unlocking the potential of resilient, smart, and sustainable semiconductor manufacturing across the entire value chain. As an elected member of the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC) Governing Council, Katharina reinforces her commitment to drive positive change within the semiconductor ecosystem. Her dynamic leadership places her at the forefront of digitalization and sustainability solutions – transforming the everyday through innovative technologies.
Previously, Katharina held various strategic positions within Siemens, including heading the Research & Pre-Development department. She championed sustainable practices and contributed to the development of next-generation Siemens products.
She holds a Master of Science degree from the Catholic University Eichstaett-Ingolstadt.
Presentation Title
Beyond Simulation Bridging the Real & Digital World
Abstract
The semiconductor industry is under growing pressure to reduce environmental impact while scaling rapidly to meet global demand and push the boundaries of engineering and physics further. Fabs are among the most energy- and resource-intensive manufacturing facilities, making sustainability a critical—and complex—challenge.
Imagine a world where the real and digital seamlessly merge to form a sustainable digital enterprise. At Siemens, this vision is becoming reality as we utilize data transparency and IT/OT convergence to enable manufacturers to make smarter, quicker decisions. AI-driven analytics and live digital twins are at the core of our strategy, optimizing energy use, reducing waste, and eliminating downtime. With digital twins integrated throughout the entire lifecycle—from conceptual planning to design, construction, and operation—we offer a unique opportunity for sustainability-focused planning and simulation, ensuring continuous efficiency at every stage.
Being part of the SCC and closely with semiconductor partners and ecosystems across the whole value chain to drive collective impact, Siemens is committed to carbon neutrality and sustainable innovation.