Sumeet Puri is Chief Technology Solutions Officer at Solace, where he helps the world's most complex enterprises modernize mission-critical operations through event-driven architecture. With deep expertise in real-time systems, IoT, mobility, machine-to-machine track and trace, and large-scale supply chain integration, Sumeet brings directly applicable insight to the challenges facing modern airports and airlines — from intelligent baggage tracking and connected ground operations to passenger experiences and real-time data distribution. A sought-after speaker and published thought leader, Sumeet is the author of Solace's Architect's Guide to Event-Driven Architecture. He has advised organizations across transportation, telecommunications, and logistics on how to design systems that are responsive, resilient, and ready for the demands of today's digital operations.