Morten Ørris
Title: Head of Software ＆ Analytics, Heat / Cooling
Education: Bachelor’s degree Production Engineering
What motivates you to work in Kamstrup?
I like working for a technology company. It is in the cross-section between technology and business that I thrive. That we are contributing to the green agenda is a plus.
Can you describe your career path so far?
It has been a somewhat bumpy road. I started out as a production engineer at YORK Refrigeration (now Johnson Controls) and built production lines, became Program Manager for a diverse team responsible for high tech components, worked as an IT Project Manager in the banking sector and was a Management Consultant before I spend 12 years working with data in all shapes and sizes at the LEGO Group before coming to Kamstrup, first as responsible for all analytics and now in my current role.
What has been the most challenging?
In general, it is finding out when to remove yourself from the equation and delegate to avoid becoming a bottleneck and when to get involved to avoid being too removed to know what's going on and contribute where sensible.
What has been the most rewarding?
It has always been the people I have worked with. I have enjoyed both major wins and major setbacks. But without someone to share them with, you become immune to the importance of both.
What drives you?
Impact, change and that weird magical energy that comes from combining the two while in great company.
What is the best thing about your job?
I get to work on interesting things with people who are both smart and great company.
Why did you become a leader?
It was part ambition and part coincidence. Before becoming a leader, I always ended up with the responsibility anyway, so it felt natural to formally become a leader. I got my first leadership position when my leader's seat suddenly became vacant, and I was asked to step up.
Can you describe your leadership style?
Openness and trust are the main components. I think that if given the opportunity, most people are smart enough to come up with better solutions than what we can offer as leaders. This is a leap of faith, but one that is very rewarding when you see it work – which it does most of the time.
What do you think are the most important qualities of a good leader?
Beyond what is described above, I think the ability to see things differently. Whether it is the ability to understand another person's viewpoint, the willingness to revisit past decisions or exploring different solutions to the same problem, they all require the that you do not get locked in your thinking too early.
Can you share a memorable moment or accomplishment in your career at Kamstrup?
When we chose to make RTO a service rather than a tool, we made a bold move and not without heated discussions. The results speak for themselves.
Can you share a fun fact about yourself?
I coach handball, like to draw and I speak Spanish. And then I have built an arcade machine.
What motivates you to work in Kamstrup?
I like working for a technology company. It is in the cross-section between technology and business that I thrive. That we are contributing to the green agenda is a plus.
Can you describe your career path so far?
It has been a somewhat bumpy road. I started out as a production engineer at YORK Refrigeration (now Johnson Controls) and built production lines, became Program Manager for a diverse team responsible for high tech components, worked as an IT Project Manager in the banking sector and was a Management Consultant before I spend 12 years working with data in all shapes and sizes at the LEGO Group before coming to Kamstrup, first as responsible for all analytics and now in my current role.
What has been the most challenging?
In general, it is finding out when to remove yourself from the equation and delegate to avoid becoming a bottleneck and when to get involved to avoid being too removed to know what's going on and contribute where sensible.
What has been the most rewarding?
It has always been the people I have worked with. I have enjoyed both major wins and major setbacks. But without someone to share them with, you become immune to the importance of both.
What drives you?
Impact, change and that weird magical energy that comes from combining the two while in great company.
What is the best thing about your job?
I get to work on interesting things with people who are both smart and great company.
Why did you become a leader?
It was part ambition and part coincidence. Before becoming a leader, I always ended up with the responsibility anyway, so it felt natural to formally become a leader. I got my first leadership position when my leader's seat suddenly became vacant, and I was asked to step up.
Can you describe your leadership style?
Openness and trust are the main components. I think that if given the opportunity, most people are smart enough to come up with better solutions than what we can offer as leaders. This is a leap of faith, but one that is very rewarding when you see it work – which it does most of the time.
What do you think are the most important qualities of a good leader?
Beyond what is described above, I think the ability to see things differently. Whether it is the ability to understand another person's viewpoint, the willingness to revisit past decisions or exploring different solutions to the same problem, they all require the that you do not get locked in your thinking too early.
Can you share a memorable moment or accomplishment in your career at Kamstrup?
When we chose to make RTO a service rather than a tool, we made a bold move and not without heated discussions. The results speak for themselves.
Can you share a fun fact about yourself?
I coach handball, like to draw and I speak Spanish. And then I have built an arcade machine.