techBytes #10 Outsmarting problems with data

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Hello everyone,
We’re excited to invite you to our next techBytes meetup @Ocado Technology. This time, we’ll explore two sides of the same coin: how to make better decisions when dealing with complex data challenges.

First, Tomasz Stradomski takes us behind the scenes of our Data Intelligence Platform (DIP), showing how a handful of smart optimisations in BigQuery and workflow orchestration led to major cost savings and performance gains. You’ll discover how small changes like table partitioning, clustering, or Table Valued Functions translated into big impact across our analytics ecosystem.

Next, Robert Backhouse will explore how simulation fills the gaps where typical analytics is not enough. Drawing on Ocado’s journey with On-Grid Robotic Pick (OGRP), our robotic arm system for grocery fulfilment, he highlights the many ways simulation can support decision-making - from proof-of-concepts and product strategy, to optimisation and sales - and shares what it takes to run a successful simulation project.

If you’re into data engineering, large-scale analytics or just love hearing how small tweaks and creative tools unlock massive value, this edition of techBytes is for you.

Key event details - Wrocław

• Date: Thursday, October 16th, starting at 18:00 (6:00 P.M.). Please arrive a bit earlier to grab your seat (around 5:50 P.M.)
• Location: Ocado office, Szewska 8, Wrocław Old Town. The entrance is next to Green Caffè Nero. Find us on Google Maps.
• Venue: Dedicated event space, 4th floor.