Katrin Blixt
Permobil has demonstrated its commitment to its information technology processes.
In a Dec. 8 announcement, the complex seating and wheeled mobility manufacturer said Chief Information Officer Katrin Blixt had joined Permobil’s group management team. Blixt now reports directly to CIO Chuck Witkowski.
“This move reflects Permobil’s strategic decision to fast-track its digital evolution, encompassing upgrades to core infrastructure alongside cutting-edge innovations such as artificial intelligence,” the announcement said. “This acceleration is designed to enhance operational agility, deepen customer and end-user connections and propel our core mission of creating a future free from mobility limitations.”
Blixt, who joined Permobil in 2015, has been the company’s CIO for the last six years and is “an experienced technology and transformation leader with deep expertise in global IT, digital strategy and organizational change,” the announcement said. AS CIO, Blixt has led major digital transformations, “strengthening cybersecurity and resilience, and building a scalable IT foundation that enables innovation and business growth.”
“Katrin has been instrumental in driving our IT strategy over the last decade,” Witkoski said. “Her passion and grit have helped us unlock new capabilities across the company, from digital tools that support our customers to modernizing our digital infrastructure. As we now intensify our digital transformation, her leadership will be pivotal as a member of group management to ensure information technology and data is embedded in every strategic decision we make.”
“I’m excited to bring IT into the heart of our strategic decisions,” said Blixt, who is based in Stockholm. “Technology is not just an enabler — it’s a catalyst for innovation. Our focus will be on building smarter, more secure solutions, harnessing AI [artificial intelligence], and empowering teams to collaborate in new ways. This progress will redefine how we deliver value globally — and ultimately create even greater independence and possibilities for our users.”
