Tom Bangemann

Head of Data Development & Research SSON Research & Analytics

Tom Bangemann has decades of experience in services delivery models, specifically with GBS, benchmarking, and KPI models, and today advises SSON Research & Analytics’ Data Development & Research. In his role, he advises on the strategic direction of SSON R&A's surveys, analyses, and reports, and assists with the interpretation of data for SSON R&A subscribers, providing unmatched insights to the international shared services and GBS community.

Pre-Conference Workshops, Focus Stages & Main Conference Day One: May 20th, 2025

5:50 PM SHARED SERVICES & GBS STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: UNLOCKING THE NEXT FRONTIER OF VALUE

As GBS models expand beyond finance, HR, and IT into supply chain, commercial, and innovation functions, understanding where the industry truly stands has never been more crucial. 

In this high-impact session, SSON Research & Analytics unveils brand-new insights from our 2025 Global State of the IndustryGBS, and Location Strategy surveys—offering the most comprehensive, data-driven view of today’s Shared Services and GBS landscape.

We’ll reveal:

  • How GBS is rapidly evolving into a strategic talent hub
  • What’s working (and what’s not) in the cost vs. value equation
  • How leading organizations are leveraging automation and analytics to accelerate maturity
  • The latest location strategy trends, backed by real investment patterns and talent dynamics
  • And what these shifts mean for your next strategic move

Whether you’re building foundational capabilities or leading next-gen operations, this session delivers exclusive benchmarking and fresh market intelligence to help you seize the next wave of GBS value creation.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Tom.

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