Victor Gerdes is the Vice President of Global Software Product Strategy at Stratasys, a world leader in additive manufacturing solutions. With a distinguished career in product management and digital transformation, Victor specializes in developing innovative SAAS products and solutions for the rapidly evolving field of industrial 3D printing. Victor's expertise spans additive manufacturing, augmented reality, IoT, and agile development methodologies. He is renowned for his ability to bridge technology with business value, driving the creation of engaging product experiences from concept to market launch. His leadership in championing analytics-driven, connected platforms has been instrumental in advancing Stratasys' position at the forefront of secure, scalable additive manufacturing solutions. A thought leader in digital transformation and change management, Victor has successfully guided numerous organizations through the complexities of adopting and scaling advanced manufacturing technologies. His deep understanding of customer needs and industry trends enables him to develop strategies that not only address current challenges in AM security and scalability but also anticipate future requirements in this dynamic field.