Podcasts about cloud transformation

In dieser Episode sprechen wir mit zwei AWS Heroes über den AWS Summit Hamburg am 5. Juni 2025. Markus Ostertag und Thorsten Höger geben als langjährige Summit-Veteranen einen exklusiven Einblick in das, was Besucher erwartet und teilen ihre persönlichen Highlights und Networking-Tipps. Kernthemen der Episode: - Warum der Summit 2025 in Hamburg stattfindet - Content-Highlights: Über 100 Sessions zu Gen AI, Cloud Transformation und mehr - Die AWS Community Lounge als wichtiger Treffpunkt - Das neue AWS for Software and Technology Loft - Women of the Cloud Stage mit erweitertem Programm - AWS HouseWarming am Vortag mit über 60 Hands-on Workshops - Networking-Möglichkeiten und Festival-Atmosphäre Summit-Tipps für Neulinge: - Vorab die Agenda durchgehen und interessante Sessions markieren - Flexibel bleiben und nicht zu strikt planen - auch spontane Entdeckungen zulassen - Die Community Lounge als erste Anlaufstelle nutzen - hier gibt es praxisnahe Erfahrungsberichte - Aktiv das Gespräch suchen, z.B. beim Mittagessen oder an den Expo-Ständen - AWS Announcements der letzten Wochen als Gesprächseinstieg nutzen - "Walk the Summit" Format für Frauen in Tech nutzen, um gemeinsam die Veranstaltung zu erkunden - Balance zwischen Sessions, Expo und Networking finden - Genug Zeit für spontane Gespräche einplanen Die AWS Community Lounge - Highlights: - Eigene Stage mit Community-kuratiertem Programm "von der Community für die Community" - Praxisnahe Sessions mit ehrlichen Einblicken in Herausforderungen und Lösungen  - Hands-on Erfahrungsberichte von AWS-Anwendern - Offener Networking-Bereich zum Austausch mit erfahrenen Community-Mitgliedern - Tiefgehende technische Diskussionen im "Maschinenraum" - Idealer Startpunkt für Summit-Neulinge zum Kontakte knüpfen - Direkte Gespräche mit Vortragenden und Community-Experten - 7 Slots mit ausgewählten Community-Speakern Besondere Highlights: - Keynote mit Stefan Höchbauer (AWS), Dr. Steffen Merkel (DFL) und Donja Florence-Aimer (Hapag Lloyd) - Kundenvorträge von BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Trade Republic, E.ON u.v.v.v.m. - Interaktive Bereiche wie AI Escape Room und SaaS Builders' Showdown - Riesenrad, DJs und Networking Reception mit Live-Musik Links: - ‼️ AWS Summit Hamburg Registrierung ‼️ - AWS Summit Hamburg Agenda - AWS Housewarming Anmeldung - AWS for Software and Technology Stage Programm - AWS x OMR Reviews SaaS Leaders Breakfast - AWS Community DACH Über die Gäste: - Markus Ostertag ist Chief AWS Technologist bei ADESO und seit 2016 AWS Hero - Thorsten Höger ist selbstständiger Cloud-Berater für regulierte Kunden und seit 2017 AWS Hero Hosts: - Jana Kupfer (AWS) - Michelle Mei-Li Pfister (AWS) AWS Cloud Horizonte ist der offizielle deutschsprachige AWS Podcast.

TechnoVision 2025 by Capgemini helps business leaders and technologists understand and prioritize emerging technologies. It provides a clear view of tech trends, guiding decision-makers to enhance organizational effectiveness. TechnoVision acts as a beacon in the evolving technology landscape.In this very special episode, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk in detail with the Capgemini Data-Powered Innovation Jam podcast team, featuring Ron Tolido, CTO and CIO Insight & Data Global; Weiwei Feng, Global Tech Lead AI & Generative AI; and Robert Engels, Head Global AI Lab. They explore the seven containers in TechnoVision 2025, which organizes current trends into distinct areas that shape how businesses will innovate, operate, and expand.TLDR00:50 Teaming between the Cloud Realties hosts and the Data-Powered Innovation Jam podcast team05:52 Introduction by Ron Tolido, what's new in TechnoVision 2025 and the 7 main containers 12:25 Invisible Infostructure by Rob Kernahan21:32 Applications Unleashed by Ron Tolido37:30 Thriving on Data by Robert "Dr. Bob" Engels47:36 Process on the Fly by Weiwei Feng1:02:40 We Collaborate by Dave Chapman1:13:27 You Experience by Esmee van de Giessen1:26:39 Balance by Design by Ron Tolido1:28:06 Overall conclusionGuestsRon Tolido: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rtolido/Robert (Dr. Bob) Engels: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertengels/Weiwei Feng: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weiwei-feng-a2417795/Data-Powered Innovation Jam podcast https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/data-powered-innovation-jam-podcast/TechnoVision 2025https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/technovision-2025/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

This year is the year that AI moves from the individual assistant to the collective and autonomous - from co-pilots to agent to agent integration.  But what do we know of its collective impact and how does humanity fit in?This week's Easter Special, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Anders Indset, about his work (Ex Machina and the Singularity Paradox), capability of infinite progress, humane capitalism, where might the human find themselves in an AGI world and does the intersection of quantum and AI make the chance of us living in a simulation more likely…TLDR01:34 Introduction of Anders Indset03:50 Rob is confused about hackers starting to create saleable products08:12 Conversation with Anders Indset49:50 Who do we see as future leaders in our team?59:15 Conference in Austria about values in Europe and the future of Europe

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the last day, we have two separate episodes lined up to explore how AI is affecting the macro scale and impacting leadership transformation.In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Gina Fratarcangeli, Managing Director, NA GSI Leader at Google Cloud about The shifting landscape of Digital and AI technologies among Fortune 500 companies.TLDR00:20 Introduction of Gina Fratarcangeli03:20 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote05:56 Main conversation with Gina Fratarcangeli about Fortune 500 companies and their journey towards digital transformation and AI22:01 Who's your favorite magician?GuestGina Fratarcangeli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-fratarcangeli/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the last day, we have two separate episodes lined up to explore how AI is affecting the macro scale and impacting leadership transformation.In the last conversation of the event, Dave, Andy, and Rob talk with  Lee Moore, VP Global Google Cloud Consulting at Google Cloud about Leading Cloud Transformation with Strategic Vision.TLDR00:50 Introduction of Lee Moore07:00 Final key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote11:05 Main conversation with Lee Moore about cloud and AI-driven transformation and Intentional leadership 36:31 Who's your favorite magician and tying all the magic together of a fantastic week!!GuestLee Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-t-moore/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Andy Appleby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyapplebycapgeminiglobalinfrastructureservices/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to AI, data, and innovation.In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Meg Tucker, Director of Insurance at Google Cloud about Fueling Insurance Evolution with AI.TLDR00:26 Introduction of Meg Tucker02:36 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote07:26 Main conversation with Meg Tucker about the Insurance Evolution based on AI29:30 Who's your favorite magician?GuestMeg Tucker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megtuckerla/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to GenAI, data, and innovation.In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Kapil Dabi, America's Director & Market Lead, Retail at Google Cloud about Unlocking Retail Potential with AI and Data. TLDR00:24 Introduction of Kapil Dabi03:00 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote and Retail market strategies09:50 Main conversation with Kapil Dabi about how to unlock retail potential with AI and Data26:10 Who's your favorite magician?GuestKapil Dabi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kapildabi/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to GenAI, data, and innovation.In this conversation, Dave, Andy, and Rob talk with Jen Hawes-Hewitt, Head of Global Solution Partner Programs, Global Telecom Industry at Google Cloud about Accelerating Innovation in Telecom with AI and GenAI.TLDR01:04 Introduction of Jen Hawes-Hewitt and guest host Andy Appleby04:06 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote09:39 Main conversation with Jen Hawes-Hewitt31:58 Who's your favorite magician?GuestJen Hawes-Hewitt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenhaweshewitt/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Andy Appleby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyapplebycapgeminiglobalinfrastructureservices/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.In the third conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Jim Anderson, VP, NA Partner Ecosystem & Channels at Google, on how customers are using Cloud, AI/ML, and Data Analytics to power digital transformation. From real-world success stories to the trends shaping the year ahead—this one's packed with actionable insights.TLDR00:23 Introduction of Jim Anderson04:17 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote06:44 Main conversation with Jim Anderson about Driving Digital Transformation with Customers 24:50 Who's your favorite magician?GuestJim Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmya/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.Dave, Esmee, and Rob kick off with Saurabh Tiwary, VP, General Manager, Cloud AI at Google Cloud, about Leading AI Innovation for Enterprise Solutions, to solve complex enterprise challenges and deliver true business value.TLDR00:22 We're back in Vegas, here's what to expect in the coming days01:43 Introduction of Saurabh Tiwary and the David Copperfield show05:14 Discussion on Google Cloud Next themes this week with special guest James Goeders, Head of Product, Google Quantum AI12:10 Main conversation on Cloud AI with Saurabh Tiwary37:28 Who's your favorite magician?GuestSaurabh Tiwary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saurabh-tiwary/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The Cloud Realities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring Google guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.In the second conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob, talk with Charlotte Gistelinck, Machine Learning / AI Partner Engineer at Google, on how strategic thinking and visioning in AI/ML are key to driving innovation and long-term success.TLDR00:24 Introduction of Charlotte Gistelinck 04:12 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote 07:17 Main conversation with Charlotte about Strategic Thinking and Visioning in AI  37:14 Who's your favorite magician?GuestCharlotte Gistelinck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlottegistelinck/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

What is Google Agentspace? Find out on this Cloud and Clear episode with SADA's Kelly Wright. Director of Workspace, and Veronica Raulin, Senior Director, Advisory! We're discussing how Google Agentspace uses AI and Google Search to simplify complex tasks and connect your data. Plus, get a Google Cloud Next 2025 preview and learn about SADA's Proof of Value. Join us for more content by liking, sharing, and subscribing!

As organizations increasingly integrate Gen AI into their operations, it's crucial to consider the technology's environmental impact. However, only 12% of executives report that their organizations measure Gen AI's footprint, and just 20% prioritize its environmental footprint among the top five factors when choosing or developing models. Despite this, Gen AI's ability to rapidly process large volumes of data helps organizations improve customer experience, optimize operations, drive growth, and foster innovation.This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Lewis Richards, Microsoft Chief Sustainability Officer, UK about the pivotal shift in global sustainability perspectives, the challenges of fostering meaningful conversations in the digital world and strategies to enhance human understanding of technology and its impacts. TLDR04:10 Rob is confused about shaky user interface design 07:26 Sustainability conversation with Lewis Richards43:15 What would a digital waste constellation look like? 49:50 Training for a High Rock fitness race GuestLewis Richards: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewisrichardscso/Developing sustainable Gen AI, Report from the Capgemini Research Institute: https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/sustainable-gen-ai/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this Cloud and Clear episode, explore Equifax's approach to building a secure cloud-native infrastructure with Google Cloud. JK Krug, VP of Digital Employee Experience at Equifax, shares how Equifax is leveraging Gemini AI to enhance collaboration and productivity while maintaining top-tier security. Hosted by John Veltri, Managing Director, Acquisition Sales at SADA, this episode offers valuable lessons for any organization considering AI solutions. Join us for more content by liking, sharing, and subscribing!

Aus Sicht von Tobias Regenfuß, Leitender Geschäftsführer Technology bei Accenture DACH, gibt es zwar deutsche Champions in Sachen KI-Einsatz – etwa Unternehmen wie Mercedes-Benz oder KION. Doch diese Leuchttürme können nicht darüber hinwegtäuschen, dass es besonders Im Mittelstand Defizite gibt. Der Accenture-Experte empfiehlt für die KI-Zukunft eine beschleunigte Cloud-Transformation, den Aufbau zentraler Datenplattformen und agile Organisationsstrukturen. Nur durch ein ernsthaftes Angehen der Thematik, so warnt Regenfuß, könne Deutschland im internationalen Wettbewerb bestehen.

AI and Generative AI are transforming cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection and response. These technologies offer unmatched accuracy and efficiency, making them crucial for protecting sensitive data. As cyber threats evolve, integrating AI into security strategies is essential. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Corence Klop, CISO at the Rabobank, about the expanding role of AI and Generative AI in cybersecurity, and how to begin integrating these technologies into your organization. TLDR04:45 Rob is confused about wrong AI information for a hotel booking 08:20 Conversation with Corence33:40 How can you identify the state of flow for your end-user in agile practices?40:50 Going to the swimming pool and disco with your daughter  GuestCorence Klop: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corenceklop/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI, and Regulation, uncovering lessons and insights relevant to telecom organizations and beyond. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Osman Peermamode, Director, Data & Analytics at Vodafone Group about data and how can it act as a differentiator and does regulation both help or hinder that progress?TLDR01:50 Update on Reimagining Telecoms mini-series03:30  Main conversation with Osman Peermamode34:00 AI in other industries and owns the intelligence?  43:55 May dashboard rest in peace GuestOsman Peermamode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/osmanpeermamode/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/with Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

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In the complex technology landscape, getting the people right is crucial for success. When the right team is in place, the technology will naturally follow, leading to impactful outcomes. Building a strong team ensures that the organization can navigate challenges and leverage technological advancements effectively.This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Amy Williams, Managing Director, Cloud Services Product Lead at Barclays about the importance of good leadership and why is it important in today's Cloud landscape.TLDR 04:43 Rob is confused about train information at stations08:30 Conversation with Amy Williams43:32 Polarity Management and The Leadership Perspective Shift51:15 Running the 10K faster and continuing with great work within the teamGuest:Amy Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-williams-618bb612/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

We are live from #MWC25 (Mobile World Congress 2025), direct from the Expo floor, with a limited series of episodes talking to leaders from across the industry on themes of the conference, as well as filling in on all of the news and gossip.On the conference's final day, Dave, Esmee, and Rob will deep dive into the near future, concluding the event with discussions on a moon landing and global (space) connectivity between partners and vendors.Oliver Buschmann, VP, Head of Strategy at EricssonRound table discussion with Heather Tulk, President Commercial and Public Sector from Telus, Thierry Klein President, Bell Labs Solutions Research, and Ashish Surti Chief Digital & Information Officer at Colt Technology ServicesTLDR00:33 Evaluation of day 2 and expectations of day 3 - it's all about collaboration08:47 Conversation with Oliver Buschmann about the future and strategy of Telcom's37:56 C-level round table discussion about grow beyond connectivity, data and AI and the importance of cybersecurity vs new trends1:22:50 Overall MWC reflections by the team including the Tapas and Sapas framework®GuestsOliver Buschmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-buschmann-4751a8/Heather Tulk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathertulk/ Thierry Klein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thierry-klein/ Ashish Surti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishsurti/Guest host: Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

We are live from #MWC25 (Mobile World Congress 2025), direct from the Expo floor, with a limited series of episodes talking to leaders from across the industry on themes of the conference, as well as filling in on all of the news and gossip.On the second day of the conference, Dave, Esmee, and Rob had very exciting conversations about AI trends with:Chris Penrose, Global VP for Business Development for Telcos at NVIDIAKaaren Hilsen, Head of AI Factory at TelenorTLDR:00:37: Evaluation of day 1 and expectations of day 2 - it's all about AI and the future6:03: Conversation with Chris Penrose about NVIDIA partnerships and trends42:25: Conversation with Kaaren Hilsen about setting up the AI factory1:11:20 Reflections on day 2 by the teamGuestChris Penrose: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-penrose-7742441/Kaaren Hilsen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaarenhilsen/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

We are live from #MWC25 (Mobile World Congress 2025), direct from the Expo floor, with a limited series of episodes talking to leaders from across the industry on themes of the conference, as well as filling in on all of the news and gossip.Dave, Esmee and Rob set out the main themes of the Conference and have an exciting conversation with:Ahmad Latif Ali, Associate VP EMEA Telecommunicationa at Insights, Analyst at IDCTobias Larsson, B2B Head of TeliaTLDR00:35 Welcome back at MWC in Barcelona!08:35 Conversation with Ahmad Latif Ali about the 5 trends49:00 Coversation with Tobias Larssson1:10:12 Conclusion Day 1GuestAhmad Latif Ali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmadlali/Tobias Larsson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-larsson-82b39a4/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Sovereign AI is to become a cornerstone of national strategies, enabling countries to develop their own AI infrastructure and capabilities, thereby enhancing strategic resilience and fostering innovation, it will also play a crucial role in sectors such as healthcare and finance, driving advancements and improving security in an increasingly interconnected world. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Chris Stokel-Walker, Journalist, author and communicator specializing in tech, AI, and digital culture (including YouTube and TikTok) about the notion of sovereign AI and how that might develop as part of the AI world going forward.TLDR04:50 Rob is confused about Net Neutrality 08:40 Cloud conversation with Chris Stokel-Walker45:42 Superintelligence and how the public and policymakers understand and react to technology  54:50 Going to an art exhibition opening and e-textiles  Guest:Chris Stokel-Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stokel/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Every organization is built on people, structures, and culture. But culture isn't static—it evolves with every interaction, ambition, and shift in circumstance. As IT drives business transformation, new technologies reshape how people connect and collaborate. In this ever-changing landscape, a strong, adaptive culture is the key to lasting success.  This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Jitske Kramer, Corporate Anthropologist about what is a culture, where does it come from, what does change mean and what we go through when transformation happens to people.TLDR 02:00 Rob is confused about AI models and DeepSeek 09:42 Cloud conversation with Jitske Kramer 48:15 Are we creating a digital environment where ‘free will' gradually fades away? 56:30 Finally we found a great restaurant and Patterns of Life documentary Guest: Jitske Kramer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jitskekramer/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this episode of Inside SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Yannick Peterschmitt explores the early stages of Connect44's journey from SAP Business ByDesign to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. The podcast features Xenopol Oprea, Product Manager at telecoms infrastructure provider Connect44, and Raphael Finck, CEO of SAP partner Snap. They discuss the challenges, best practices, and experiences of the initial phases of this major project. Learn about the key considerations in selecting the right partner, the importance of a cloud mindset, and the role of SAP Digital Discovery Assessment in optimizing business processes. Tune in to hear how Connect44 is navigating this significant transition and the insights gained so far. And stay tuned for more episodes with Connect 44 and Snap in the future. What topic would you like us to discuss next? Send an email to insides4@sap.com.

The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI, and Regulation, uncovering lessons and insights relevant to telecom organizations and beyond.This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Mallikarjuna Rao, Chief Technology & Enterprise Business Office at Telefonica about the backbone of the industry—the network—and its transformation. What challenges lie ahead and what does the future hold? 'Reimagining Telecoms' Episodes 4 and 5 will be available in the week of February 24.TLDR 02:31 Update on Reimagining Telecoms mini-series05:00 Main conversation with Mallik Rao39:04 Esmee sets up her own mesh network at home45:39 New job and running the business GuestMallikarjuna Rao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallikarjun/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/ ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Digital transformation isn't just about technology—it's about people. Culture shapes how teams adapt, collaborate, and drive change, but it also determines whether transformation efforts truly take root. Mindset, leadership, and shared values are the real catalysts for lasting success.  This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Alex Alves Global IT director Business Architecture at Unilever, about the hidden role of culture in driving transformation success.  TLDR: 02:00 Rob is confused about Techno Platform Feudalism 06:40 Cloud conversation with Alex Alves 48:35 Research about raising AI as a child   58:10 Starting an applied research PhD (UCL, the AI Lead department in Europe with two Nobel Prizes) and that this is an example of "intrapreneurship" in Unilever. Science as an Innovation lever.  Guest:Alexandre Alves: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandre-alves-b5315646/Hosts:Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Production:Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Sound:Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

[AAA] In 'Access All Areas' shows we go behind the scenes with the crew and their friends as they dive into complex challenges that organizations face—sometimes getting a little messy along the way.This week, we address the ‘big rocks' that can obstruct or delay successful outcomes in organizational transformations. Dave, Esmee, and Rob are joined by Jez Back, Cloud Leader, and Chris Dudgeon, VP Commercial Finance, to discuss these challenges—focusing on why cloud transformation programs sometimes fail to deliver their value and the economic realities surrounding them. TLDR01:09 Access All Areas 03:29 The financial boulders that can block your path for success05:52 Conversation with Jez and Chris29:30 Cloud operational and the next steps50:25 End of dry January and diner with Rob HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/with Jez Back: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jezback/and Chris Dudgeon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-dudgeon-12151a2/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI, and Regulation, uncovering lessons and insights relevant to telecom organizations and beyond. This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob speak with Ashish Surti, EVP and Chief Digital & Information Officer at Colt Technology Services, about whether regulations can provide a strategic advantage in cybersecurity and sustainability. 'Reimagining Telecoms' Episodes 3 - 5 will be available in the coming weeks.TLDR00:58 Update on 'Reimaging Telecoms' mini-series05:38 Main conversation with Ashish Surti31:40 Is Europe lagging behind in Cybersecurity? 42:25 Creating car models and investing in technology stack GuestAshish Surti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishsurti/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host: Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Organizational ‘purpose' can set out a North Star that can create directional alignment, which is especially important in organizations with deep empowerment.  But are purpose statements merely platitudes on a flip chart, or should the focus shift to genuine stories, meaningful patterns, and tangible actions?  Returning from their festive slumber, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Dave Snowden, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, The Cynefin Centre about purpose, why it may not help, what the alternatives might be and how to have a listening for the ‘micro-narratives' in your organization. TLDR:00:50 Back from the Christmas break!05:42 Exploring organizational purpose with Dave Snowden1:00:20 Discovering personal purpose through Ikigai1:07:55 Celebrating a 21st anniversary and the Children of the World Project Guest:Dave Snowden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-snowden-2a93b/Hosts:Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Sandeep Kumar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeepkumar99/Production:Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Sound:Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

CTO Series: How Open Strategy and Agile Practices Drive Success at NorthCode With Ismo Aro   In this BONUS episode, we sit down with Ismo Aro, CTO and partner at NorthCode, to delve into the transformative power of Open Strategy in the tech world. Ismo shares his journey from corporate roles at Nokia and Ericsson to becoming a full-time entrepreneur, and he unpacks how his approach to leadership evolved with the rise of agile methodologies, test automation, and cloud transformation. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to modernize their company's strategy and foster a culture of transparency and co-ownership. Pivotal Career Moments: From Waterfall to Agile Mindset   “When I joined the agile pilot team, it felt like discovering the way software development should always be done—release early, get feedback fast, and improve continuously.”   Ismo reflects on his early days at Nokia, where he began as a test engineer in a traditional waterfall environment. He describes how the shift to agile methodologies transformed the way teams communicated and collaborated. When he joined a pilot project for Scrum, he realized the value of fast feedback loops and early releases. This experience laid the foundation for his future focus on continuous integration and test automation.   Key Takeaway: Adopting agile frameworks can improve workflows by shortening feedback loops and promoting direct communication. The Essence of Open Strategy “Open Strategy means involving everyone in shaping the direction of the company—not just receiving updates but truly co-creating the future.”   At NorthCode, Open Strategy is a cornerstone of their operations. Ismo explains how they empower employees by making strategy-building a transparent and collaborative process. The company's structure includes a parent company and subsidiaries where employees are also co-owners. Revenue-sharing ensures that when the business succeeds, everyone benefits directly.   Key Elements of Open Strategy: Transparency: Strategy is made visible through a kanban board and KPIs accessible to all. Ownership: Subsidiary team members can own up to 80% of their company. Profit-sharing: 80% of client revenue goes to the subsidiary, and dividends are shared annually.   “By aligning incentives and opening up the strategy process, you create a culture where employees don't just work for you—they work with you.” How Open Strategy Unfolds Annually “We make ideas visible and let them evolve until they're ready for execution.”   Ismo outlines the company's approach to strategy using a high-level roadmap and clear metrics to track progress. The focus is on organic growth through subsidiaries, with a benchmark of starting a new subsidiary once a team reaches 20 people. The company also uses “business spikes”—short, low-cost experiments to test new ideas.   Practical Tip: A business spike allows you to explore an idea quickly without committing significant resources, making it easier to pivot when necessary. Navigating Challenges in Open Strategy “Some people want to co-create, while others prefer to focus on their work—and both are valid.”   Ismo acknowledges that not everyone in the organization is equally interested in strategic discussions, and that's okay. Open Strategy doesn't require everyone to participate equally—it provides opportunities for involvement at different levels. The key is fostering an environment where insights and information flow freely from the ground up, rather than top-down mandates.   Key Insight: Open Strategy thrives when participation is voluntary and inclusive, rather than forced. Measuring Success: KPIs and Transparency “We believe in showing our utilization rates openly because our people have a stake in the results.”   To measure success, NorthCode tracks KPIs such as revenue, profit, and utilization rates. Unlike traditional consulting companies that keep these metrics private, NorthCode shares them openly to build trust and foster a sense of ownership. Monthly meetings focus on tactical updates, while strategic sessions aim to inspire employees to contribute ideas for the company's future.   Fun Practice: The “nightmare competitor” exercise encourages the team to imagine an ideal competitor and then adopt some of their hypothetical best practices into NorthCode's strategy.   “When people can see the metrics that matter, they're more motivated to take ownership of their impact.” Inspiration from Open Strategy and Business Agility “We take concepts from corporate books and tailor them to fit our context as a growing, agile company.” Ismo cites two key books that shaped his thinking: Open Strategy and The 6 Enablers of Business Agility. However, he emphasizes the importance of adapting corporate-level concepts to suit smaller, more agile organizations. He believes that while agile is mainstream in software development, many companies remain rigid in their overall strategy.   Recommended Reads: Open Strategy: Mastering Disruption from Outside the C-Suite by Stadler et al. The 6 Enablers of Business Agility by Harbott   Key Reflection: Ismo's approach underscores the importance of agility not just in software but in company operations and strategy-making.   Final Tip: Embrace modern tools like Large Language Models (LLMs) to streamline workflows—but remember, they enhance your work, not replace it.   About Ismo Aro Ismo Aro is the CTO and partner at NorthCode, specializing in software development and workflow modernization. With experience at Nokia and Ericsson, he has held various roles, from test engineer to entrepreneur. Ismo co-founded NorthCode after selling a previous company and also served as Chairman of the Robot Framework Foundation, contributing to the growth of the widely used open-source test automation framework.   You can link with Ismo Aro on LinkedIn.

In der heutigen Folge nehmen wir euch mit auf eine Reise in die dynamische Welt des Cloud Computings, speziell zugeschnitten auf die Versicherungsindustrie. Eure Hosts Dominik Badarne und Herbert Jansky freuen sich, heute gleich zwei hochkarätige Experten begrüßen zu dürfen: Christian Richter und Fabian Lober.Christian Richter betont die Flexibilität und Skalierbarkeit von AWS, das keine Lizenzen oder Produkte verkauft, sondern per-Use-Services anbietet. Seit 2006 wurden die Preise bereits über 130 Mal gesenkt, um diese Vorteile an die Kunden weiterzugeben. Fabian Lober hebt die Bedeutung der Zusammenarbeit zwischen verschiedenen Anbietern hervor und spricht über die einzigartigen Services und Konferenzen von AWS, wie die innovative re:Invent.In dieser Episode diskutieren wir die Herausforderungen und Chancen der Cloud-Transformation, die in der Versicherungsindustrie besonders relevant sind. Christian und Fabian teilen ihre Expertise über die Rolle der Künstlichen Intelligenz und wie AWS eigene Chips entwickelt, um kosteneffiziente Trainings für große Sprachmodelle zu ermöglichen. Wir erfahren, warum rund 61% der Versicherungsunternehmen die Cloud nutzen und wie dies die Branche transformiert.Außerdem werfen wir einen Blick auf die neueste Entwicklung bei Amazon: die Amazon Nova Familie von Large Language Models und wie diese Modelle die Effizienz und Genauigkeit von KI-Anwendungen verbessern. Wir werden auch die Performance von Matt Garman, einem AWS-Manager, erörtern und die Keynote-Highlights der AWS re:Invent-Konferenz sowie deren Bedeutung für die Cloud-Community analysieren.Freut euch auf spannende Einblicke, technische Tiefe und die neuesten Entwicklungen im Cloud-Bereich. Bleibt dran, es lohnt sich!Schreibt uns gerne eine Nachricht!Folge uns auf unserer LinkedIn Unternehmensseite für weitere spannende Updates.Unsere Website: https://www.insurancemondaypodcast.de/Du möchtest Gast beim Insurance Monday Podcast sein? Schreibe uns unter info@insurancemondaypodcast.de und wir melden uns umgehend bei Dir.Dieser Podcast wird von dean productions produziert.Vielen Dank, dass Du unseren Podcast hörst!

IT'S CHRIIIIIISTMAAAASSSSSSS!!!!!The last couple of years we have seen an increasing cadence of tech innovation, but scaled adoption held back by economic headwinds and incomplete technology suites - at the end of the year, it seems like a good time to reflect and cast forward a bit… In this weeks festive episode of the show, Dave, Esmee and Rob along with friend of the show, Gene Kim, author of the Phoenix Project and Wiring the Winning Organization, have a relaxed mull over the trends in AI and Cloud for 2025, what they are excited about for the coming year, sunny Christmastime and cooking the perfect turkey.Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a very Happy and Healthy New Year to all our guests and listeners! Thank you for sharing your time with us this year—we look forward to seeing you at the end of January! TLDR 00:53 Cruising and why don't people use meat probes? 11:00 Cloud conversation with Gene Kim 1:15:08 Excited about 2025! Guest Gene Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realgenekim/ Hosts Dave Chapmanger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Glühwein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Snowmanahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Production Dr Mike van der Baubles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapmanger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ SoundBeneath-the-Mistletoe Corbett : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Jinglebells Corbett" : https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

There is huge potential for the leverage of data (and AI) to provide the most modern Citizen digital experiences, but that has to be balanced with managing deep legacy challenges and, of course, security risk.  In a special episode this week, Dave and Rob talk to Craig Suckling, UK Government Chief Data Officer about modern public services, the challenges and opportunities in unleashing data in a safe and secure way, how AI fits into all of this and how Governments can lead the way in secure and ethical AI implementation. TLDR:01:56 The Chief Software Officer?!05:40 Cloud conversation with Craig Suckling57:55 Christmas with the kids and Lego! Guest:Craig Suckling: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsuckling/Hosts:Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Sandeep Kumar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeepkumar99/Production:Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Sound:Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Google Cloud's Innovation and GrowthThe Big Themes:Google Cloud's record growth and market positioning: In 2024, Google Cloud experienced five consecutive quarters of accelerating growth, including a remarkable 35% growth in Q3, up from 29% in Q2. Kurian attributes this success to the company's ability to listen to customers, innovate with products that meet their evolving needs, and strategically invest in a strong go-to-market organization.AI cost reduction and efficiency: Kurian comments on Google Cloud's efforts to significantly reduce the cost of AI models. Through improved software stack capabilities and optimizations, Google has decreased the cost of AI by more than 10x in just six months. Reducing latency, improving response accuracy, and utilizing distillation (e.g., making models run on smaller devices like phones) have contributed to lowering operational costs while increasing model efficiency. This approach has resulted in a 15-17x growth in model usage in just five months.The evolving role of cloud in business transformation: Kurian notes a fundamental shift in how businesses view cloud computing. Initially seen as a way to reduce costs, cloud is now seen as a tool for driving business transformation. AI, analytics, and security capabilities are helping organizations speed up decision-making, optimize logistics, and gain competitive advantages. Kurian believes that the next wave of cloud adoption will focus more on enabling new business models, products, and markets rather than just reducing IT costs.The Big Quote: “We tend to look ahead by listening to customers and understanding their needs, and create in a disciplined way, new product offerings. If you look a the last five years, we've introduced enough steady cadence. First, we started with infrastructure, then we added databases to it. We used our strength with BigQuery to build out an analytics portfolio. We were one of the earliest to say . . . we should not only provide [customers] a secure cloud, but we should also build a security product portfolio. Every one of those has driven diversification of our revenue stream."

Live from the Expo floor in Las Vegas, we're bringing you a special limited series of episodes on AWS re:Invent 2025. Join us as we check in with AWS and take an industry temperature check.  Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip from the Strip.On day three of the conference Dave and Rob talk to:Max Peterson, VP Sovereign Cloud about Innovation in Sovereign CloudErik Farr, MD Solution Architecture about Cloud Maturityalso Rob Easton from AWS, drops in to help us round up the show - what were our big takeaways and which Casino Bar triumphed in Rob's rigorous exploration?!TLDR00:30 Main announcements at AWS re:Invent 2024 by the team07:25 Sovereign Cloud with Max Peterson32:19 Cloud Maturity with Erik Farr54:23 Final conclusion and goodbye to Las Vegas and AWS re:Invent 2024 GuestMax Peterson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxrpeterson/Erik Farr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikfarr/Rob Easton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-easton-94a983/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Live from the Yardbird in Las Vegas, we're bringing you a special limited series of episodes from AWS re:Invent 2025. Join us as we check in with AWS and take an industry temperature check.  Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip from the Strip. On the second packed day of the conference Dave and Rob talk about vertical adoption of Cloud, and how it is being adopted to drive industry innovation, with:Ozgur Tohumcu, GM Automotive & Manufacturing about Innovation in the Automotive IndustryRachel Skaff, MD North America Partner & Channel Sales all Industries, about Transforming the Industriesplus Databricks drop by to talk about Data Swamps in Public Sector!TLDR01:11  Setting the scene for Day 2 by the team08:48 Transforming the Industries with Rachel Skaff38:24  Innovation in the Automotive Industry with Ozgur Tohumcu1:03:56 Data Swamps with Databricks1:17:40 Reflections on Day 2 by the teamGuestsOzgur Tohumcu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozgur-tohumcu-321a87/Rachel Skaff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelskaff/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Live from the Yardbird in Las Vegas, we're bringing you a special limited series of episodes on AWS re:Invent 2025. Join us as we check in with AWS and take an industry temperature check.  Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip from the Strip. In a packed show on day one of the conference, Dave and Rob first chat about expectations for re:Invent this year and the main Keynote announcements.Then they talk to:Rahul Sareen, Global Head Cross Industry about state of sustainable techMelissa Dougherty, MD Global Partner Sales, Financial Services about the future of FSalso Matt Gillard, 'Cloud Dialogues' and Paul Mukherjee and Liam Walsh, UK Gov Defra, drop in to say hello.TLDR00:38 Setting the scene and emerging themes AWS re:Invent 2024 by the team and Matt Gillard14:38 State of sustainable tech with Rahul Sareen33:35 The future of FS with Melissa Dougherty 1:01:44 Drop In with Liam Walsh and Paul Mukherjee GuestsRahul Sareen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-sareen-1b2bb86/ Melissa Dougherty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaadougherty/Matt Gillard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgillard/ Paul Mukerjee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmukherjee/Liam Walsh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liamjameswalsh/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Agentic intelligence will enable unprecedented levels of automation, it is a next step on from what has been possible for a number of years.  Is it now possible to automate 80% of IT tasks?This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk to Johan Sporre Lennberg, Vice President Cloud Service at Ericsson about how Hyper Automation is possible, to what extent and the best way to go after it in IT.TLDR:01:35 Confusion about AI Ethos06:28 Cloud Conversation with Johan Sporre46:00 Showcasing value 54:40 Riding in the season's first snowfall! Guest:Johan Sporre Lennberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johan-sporre/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Live from the heart of Microsoft Ignite 2024 in Chicago, right from the Expo floor, we're bringing you a special limited series of episodes. Join us as we make connections between Microsoft, Azure AI and Data, Security, Industry, Development Community and customer experience. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip.   On day three of the conference Dave and Rob talk to:Kathleen Mitford, CVP Global Industry Marketing about Industry AI TransformationIrina Nechaeva, GM Identity & Access about the State of the Nation on IaM managementMarco Casalaina, VP Azure AI about Democratization of AITLDR00:40 The four main themes from Microsoft Ignite'2409:59 Industry meets AI Transformation with Kathleen Mitford40:47 IaM management meets AI with Irina Nechaeva1:07:47 The future meets AI with Marco Casalaina1:35:08 Final conclusion and goodbye to Chicago and Microsoft Ignite'24 Guest- Kathleen Mitford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmitford/- Irina Nechaeva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinanechaeva/- Marco Casalaina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcocasalaina/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Live from the heart of Microsoft Ignite 2024 in Chicago, we're bringing you three daily episodes. Join us as we make connections between Microsoft, Azure AI and Data, Security, Industry, Development Community and customer experience. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip.   On day two of the conference Dave and Rob talk to:Rudra Mitra, CVP Purview about Data Security in the Age of AISarah Bird, CPO for Responsible AI and Yina Arenas, VP, AI Foundry about Embedding Ethics in AI Innovation & the newly announced FoundryScott Hanselman, VP Developer Community about Empowering Developers with AI TLDR00:32 Bar in the Clouds and observation from Microsoft Ignite08:44 Data Security meets AI with Rudra Mitra33:30 Ethics and Foundry meets AI with Dr. Sarah Bird and Yina Arenas1:04:28 Developers meets AI with Scott Hanselman 1:34:13 Conclusion of Day 2 and what will Day 3 bring?GuestRudra Mitra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudramitra/Dr. Sarah Bird: https://www.linkedin.com/in/slbird/Yina Arenas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yinaa/Scott Hanselman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanselman/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Live from the heart of Microsoft Ignite 2024 in Chicago, we're bringing you three daily episodes. Join us as we make connections between Microsoft, Azure AI and Data, Security, Industry, Development Community and customer experience. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip.  On day one of the conference Dave and Rob first chat with friend of the show Steve Webb about the main Keynote announcements by Satya Nadella, Ignite itself and the critical topic of Chicago pizza.Then they talk to:Arun Ulag, CVP Azure Data, Microsoft, about the importance of Data in the AI landscapeTLDR00:40 Main announcements at Microsoft Ignite 2024 by the team 19:40 Azure Data meets AI with Arun Ulag  Guest Arun Ulag: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arunulag/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/With Steve Webb https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpwebb/Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, understanding your organisations legal position on AI is critical. As it continues to advance, so do the complexities around data protection, intellectual property, and ethical use and regulation is struggling to keep up.  This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Jagvinder Singh Kang, Partner at International & UK Head of IT Law at Mills& Reeve about how businesses and individuals are navigating leveraging AI's potential while staying within legal and ethical boundaries, including the current state of GenAI regulation, the relevance of the EU AI Act and the evolving legal landscape. TLDR 02:25 Should we just give up and embrace the algorithm? 07:43 Cloud conversation with Jagvinder 41:03 The overwhelming pace of technological change for elders 48:17 Great movies and preparing for a major GenAI event! Guest Jagvinder Singh Kang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jagvindersinghkang/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Join us in the latest episode of "Altitude," where host Jason Gervickas sits down with Sarmed Faraj, Security Consultant Manager at Accenture and Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE), to delve into the dynamic realm of network security and the significant impact of AI on cloud security. With a robust background in both civil engineering and computer science, Sarmed has transitioned seamlessly into IT, establishing himself as a leader in security and consulting.Together, Jason and Sarmed tackle the complex challenges enterprises face today in multicloud and hybrid environments, including the limitations of traditional firewalls, lack of visibility and control, challenges with hybrid connectivity, and the growing demand for real-time data processing. Additionally, Sarmed discusses the instrumental role of Aviatrix in streamlining network management, bolstering security, and driving cost efficiency.Sarmed also discusses the role of AI in networking and security, addressing common skepticism and drawing parallels between its evolutionary path and that of the internet. Emphasizing the critical need for AI investments, Sarmed states that companies hesitant to adopt these technologies will struggle to remain competitive in the coming years.This episode is essential for professionals looking to understand the current and future landscapes of network security and how AI continues to shape this industry.Learn More: Discover how Aviatrix Secure High-Performance Datacenter Edge can help you securely connect your data centers to the cloud with optimal performance and simplicity here. Get Multicloud Certified: Advance in your career and get multicloud certified through the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program here. Connect with Sarmed: Learn more about Sarmed's background and connect with him on LinkedIn here. Timestamped Overview:00:00 Intro01:36 Majored in computer science after preferring coding.05:14 Accenture's impressive leadership and consulting support.06:48 On-site training and supportive, engaging leadership.10:42 Replacing NAT gateways for cost savings.14:34 Issue with AVN threads causing connectivity problems.17:58 Firewalls struggle with cloud security dynamics.19:07 Troubleshooting firewall issues with AI assistance.25:31 Secure egress traffic and reduce NAT costs.27:11 Accenture uses AI for security threat detection.31:58 AI needs regulation to prevent misuse and hacking.

As more people are displaced by war, economic instability, and a warming planet, more countries are turning to AI-driven technology to “manage” the influx. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Petra Molnar, Harvard Faculty Associate and Author of 'The Walls Have Eyes'' about how tech is being deployed at borders, how it is impacting communities and how innovation could be used for good.TLDR02:01  Confused about whether we learn from disasters06:00 Cloud conversation with Petra Molnar36:05 Research about the state of AI narratives and the perceived "story crisis"41:35 Walking with a real dog in the park!ResourcesThe Walls Have Eyes:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Walls-Have-Eyes-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/1620978369/ref=asc_df_1620978369/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7943747214225498341&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007014&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&mcid=ca0e0fa0fbd43a82883655a1dea4ea58&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=7943747214225498341-1620978369-&hvexpln=74&gad_source=1 Guest Petra Molnar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petra-molnar/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

[AAA] In 'Access All Areas' shows we go behind the scenes with the crew and their friends as they try to unpick some issue or other.  It might get a bit messy.This week, sometimes ‘big rocks' exist in organizations and transformations that prevent or slow down getting to successful outcomes.  Dave, Esmee and Rob are joined by, Georgia Smith, Cloud Transformation Leader, to talk about the ‘big rocks' visible in Cloud transformations, focusing on culture and governance, including the glorious messiness of cultural change, the ineffectiveness of bottom up change management, how to create effective adaptive governance during transformation and the importance of spa days.Please get in touch with us, via LinkedIn or cloudrealities@capgemini.com, if you have questions or challenges for us, we'd love to hear from you!   TLDR 00:38 Its a new show variant! 01:12 Cloud conversation  49:02 What are the crew excited about doing next? Useful linksPodcast Cloud Dialogues: https://www.youtube.com/@CloudDialogues Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/with Georgia Smith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-l-smith/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Telecoms is an industry undergoing a fundamental change. This is creating new business opportunities and services, but also brings with it substantial transformation and modernization challenges.  In a new 5 part mini-series, 'Reimagining Telecoms', we are going to look at the challenge through five different lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI and Regulation to draw lessons and insights that are applicable in Telecoms organizations and beyond.This week, Dave and Rob talk to Rainer Deutschmann, Global Telecom Leader, ex. McKinsey, Deutsche Telekom, Reliance Jio, Axiata, and Telia Company, about Simplification: the state of the Telco industry, the '3S' and '5P' transformation framework to unlock its true value, differences between brownfield and greenfield scenarios, the challenges and outcomes that can be driven by structured, intentional leadership and the ongoing importance of the learning mindset. 'Reimagining Telecoms' Episodes 2 - 5 will be available monthly across the next four months. TLDR 01:13  Introduction to 'Reimaging Telecoms' mini-series 05:30 Cloud conversation with Rainer Deutschmann06:42 Physics, quantum computation, and corporate life09:57 State of the Telco industry, legacy, complexity, and locked value 14:55 Greenfield vs brownfield transformation18:51 The perfect Telco model and transformation from within23:13 Simplification, Standardization, and Scaling to unlock value29:18 Product portfolio simplification, and the business case34:25 People, leadership and culture change for simplification39:12 The role of partners and joint incentives45:15 Key challenges in a transformation and dealing with uncertainty 47:42 min curiosity, and empowering people to leverage technology50:31 Neuron-silicon connectivity and the role of Telecoms57:25 Learning from our kids adopting technology! Guest Rainer Deutschmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rainer-deutschmann/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/with Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ 'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this episode, we explore AJE Group's journey to the cloud, discussing the business challenges that led them to seek a scalable, global IT infrastructure. We delve into their decision-making process in choosing AWS and CloudHesive as partners, and examine the specific AWS services implemented and their impact on operations. The conversation highlights how CloudHesive's expertise in security, and scalability benefited AJE Group throughout their migration. We also address the challenges faced during the migration process and how they were overcome. Resources: https://www.ajegroup.com/ https://www.cloudhesivelatam.com/ https://aws.amazon.com/es/solutions/case-studies/aje/"

As AI scales and layered agents become more integrated, businesses face questions about just how automated they can become and what this means for efficiency, cost, and innovation.   This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Nicole Onuta, AI business transformation expert about the growing impact of generative AI on the software development lifecycle (SDLC), diving into both the opportunities and challenges that arise, how AI scales in an organisation and how hyper-automation is fast becoming a practical reality. TLDR 04:40 Confused about whether frictionless CX can be too frictionless 07:54 Cloud conversation with Nicole Onuta 34:57 The Eliza bot in 1966 43:08 AI execution! Guest Nicole Onuta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleonuta/Resources Turbocharging Software with Gen AI: https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/gen-ai-in-software/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this engaging episode of Altitude, Jason Gervickas sits down with Alex Sahadak, a seasoned infrastructure architect at Covetrus and an Air Force veteran, to dive into the evolving world of cloud networking and infrastructure.Alex shares his journey from his early days in the Air Force, where he honed his skills as a network engineer, to his current role at Covetrus. With rich experiences from the Maine Medical Center and Systems Engineering, Alex brings invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in cloud infrastructure.The episode touches on a variety of topics, including the challenges with visibility, resiliency, and connectivity in multicloud environments, the impact of VMware's acquisition, and how companies are navigating these transitions. Alex emphasizes the importance of embracing cloud-first strategies and the critical need for robust security measures, particularly in IoT environments.Connect with Alex Sahadak on LinkedInJoin the next Aviatrix 101 webinar to learn how Aviatrix creates the visibility, security, and control your business needs to adapt with ease and move ahead at speed.Timestamped Overview00:00 Jason introduces guest Alex Sahadak.04:11 Unifying past systems into one solution.06:26 Companies moving away from VMware's new subscription model.10:23 Multicloud connectivity and security are major challenges.14:27 Air National Guard: training, staff augmentation, deployments.18:10 Flexibility in cloud can increase enterprise costs.21:47 Technology creates jobs; embracing change is essential.23:10 AI creates opportunities, evolves job landscape.