Build vs. Buy will examine the factors that lead energy retailers to develop in-house software solutions or purchase third-party software.
Together, Gorilla and CGI will discuss the pros and cons of each approach and when a retailer should consider one of the other.
Agenda
Pros and cons of in-house development vs. pre-built solutions
Key capabilities that energy retailers need from modern software platforms
How to evaluate the total cost of ownership against ROI
How Gorilla helps energy retail leaders balance company-wide priorities with team-specific goals
Long-term financial implications of different software strategies in energy retail
Presenters
Tommy Mörtberg
Head of Sales EMEA, Gorilla
As a leading voice in the energy retail sector, Tommy specializes in leveraging data for pricing, forecasting, and reporting, helping clients automate processes and maximize data value through a SaaS platform.
Previously, as Head of Presales at ENSEK, Tommy led consulting engagements, improved sales strategies, and enhanced product demonstrations. His expertise spans from front-office operations to back-office management, with a focus on improving client engagement and operational efficiency in the energy industry.
Before joining Gorilla, Joris worked in various industries, leading product development and managing significant projects. Joris holds a Master's degree in Business Engineering from the University of Antwerp.
Joris van Genechten
VP Product and Engineering, Gorilla
Joris Van Genechten is one of the founders of Gorilla and currently leads the product development as VP Product & Engineering. Joris is committed to solving major issues in the energy sector through effective management of data, helping companies to be more efficient and easing the transition to net zero.
Before joining Gorilla, Joris worked in various industries, leading product development and managing significant projects. Joris holds a Master's degree in Business Engineering from the University of Antwerp.
Alan Griffiths
VP Consulting Expert, CGI
Alan is a seasoned expert in the UK energy supply market with 28 years of experience Alan Griffiths - CGI | LinkedIn. His career spans consulting and program delivery roles for major utility companies, giving him comprehensive industry knowledge.
At CGI, Alan specializes in Energy Retail, identifying opportunities for business transformation through innovative technology across the entire retail value chain. His engineering background, analytical skills, and industry expertise have been instrumental in numerous successful client transformations. Alan thrives on helping organizations improve processes and maximize investment benefits, embracing change and tackling challenges in the evolving energy sector.