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In this episode of HFS Unfiltered, Saurabh Gupta, President of HFS Research, is joined by Anuj Krishna, Cofounder and President - Technology & Growth of MathCo, to discuss one of the least understood reasons enterprise AI stalls: the absence of context. The pattern is everywhere. Enterprises have sky-high AI ambitions, yet pilots multiply and almost none reach production, what Saurabh calls “death by a thousand POCs.” In research HFS and MathCo ran together, roughly two-thirds of enterprises admitted they don't know where their knowledge lives; it's trapped in people's heads, undocumented processes, and scattered data. Anuj's argument: organizations obsess over models when the real advantage lies in context, who they are, how they work, and the knowledge behind their decisions. The conversation goes deep on what context actually is, why it can't be static, and who should own it, including the shift toward a federated model with “context stewards” by function. Anuj also lays out how MathCo differs from the platform owners and SIs racing to be “context kings”: rent the tech ecosystem, but own the intelligence, because you can't own your intelligence unless you own your knowledge, and an organization's context is its personality. Saurabh closes with a sharp thesis: models and agents will become a utility, and neither will differentiate you, but context is your identity, and owning it is the only sustainable advantage going forward. Read the associated Take 5 Report, titled "Fund the context layer and close the 2.5x AI ambition gap," here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/fund-layer-ai-ambition-gap/ #EnterpriseAI #ContextEngineering #AgenticAI #OwnYourIntelligence #MathCo #HFSResearch #AIStrategy #DataGovernance #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork

Ep 289 Apple Just Became a $5 Trillion Company Apple Reports 3Q 2026 Results: $29.8B Profit on $109.4B Revenue Apple Reports Q3 2026 Earnings - MacStories Tim Cook Thanks Shareholders on His Final Apple Earnings Call Team Ternus drags retired vice president of hardware engineering back into Apple Apple acquires Czech materials science firm PlasmaSolve - MacDailyNews OpenAI: Apple is getting this wrong — Apple's outside counsel emailed the wrong Chang, thanked OpenAI's GC for a call that never happened, and Apple's own employees were the ones asking for help finding files Prasad Pilla: Apple sued OpenAI claiming ex-Apple employees walked away with confidential information. OpenAI responded by saying, "Actually... your lawyer emailed the wrong Chang, thanked someone for a phone call that never happened, your own employees kept texting our engineer for help after… Eric Migicovsky: Apple kinda did this to Pebble in 2015 — We tried for weeks to get our app updated, zero response from Appstore review team. It turns out their GC had emailed me directly, but it went to spam and I never noticed. Instead of the appstore review person… Claude Cowork can escape its sandbox, rummage through all of your files Users' private Claude chats revealed with simple Google search Simon Willison: This is absolutely wild... Anthropic reviewed their logs and found out that their own supposedly-sandboxed cyber evals had hacked three separate companies back in April without them noticing! henk van ess — Tonight I typed just one sentence into Google Earth and put refugees near the Mexican border. Then I planted a nuclear plant in Iran. What on earth is Google doing? Aakash Gupta: Apple launched a 0% interest lease this week that makes them more money than charging interest would. The whole mechanism lives in one number. Lease a $2,999 MacBook Pro and you pay $58 a month for 36 months. That's $2,088. The buyout at the end is $911, so the two paths sum to… Vadim Yuryev: Update: Apple's lease deal is MUCH better than I expected. Since the automatic option is a buy-out if you take no action after your lease ends, it qualifies for the Section 179 asset deduction rule for businesses. This means you can lease a $2,999 MacBook Pro and pay $0 down,… Pavel Durov: Last night Apple briefly removed Telegram from the AppStore because a user had planted illegal porn in a public chat. Telegram was restored within hours. But I want to explain what happened — to warn other app developers and help protect online communities from similar attacks. iPhone to Windows clipboard sharing coming to iOS 28 in the EU What is happening to encrypted HFS+? - The Eclectic Light Company Pastebot 3 Doubles Down on Mac Clipboard Automation and Introduces Two New Business Models - MacStories Pocket Casts: Enjoy Podcasts on Your TV — sada i na Apple TV-u Fast Mac networking is too expensive. I fixed that. The Java Story | The Official Documentary Pojačalo podcast EP 380: Jovan Jovanović, senior test engineer Zahvalnice Snimano 7.8.2026. Uvodna muzika by Vladimir Tošić, stari sajt je ovde. Logotip by Aleksandra Ilić. Artwork epizode by Saša Montiljo, njegov kutak na Devianartu

Global in-house centers and Global Business Services are no longer just about efficiency and scale. In this conversation, Arvind Shankar from Reckitt shares how GCCs are being reshaped by human-centered transformation, enterprise orchestration, and AI-driven operating models. From talent redesign to governance and tacit knowledge, this episode explores what it takes to build future-ready organizations that create real business outcomes. What you'll hearHow GCCs and GBS are evolving from process efficiency to enterprise orchestrationWhy human-centric, outcome-based transformation models matterWhat the future of talent looks like in the GenAI eraHow organizations can move from AI pilots to enterprise-wide orchestrationThe role of trust, governance, and organizational context in AI adoptionPractical examples of AI in regulatory workflows and marketingWhy operating models need to shift from SLAs to value creationKey takeawaysThe future of GCCs is less about cost and more about enterprise outcomes.Human-centered transformation creates stronger alignment across business, talent, and technology.AI success depends on orchestration, governance, and contextual knowledge—not just tools.Organizations need AI fluency, but also new leadership and operating capabilities.Tacit knowledge and organizational context are becoming key competitive advantages.To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/ We recently launched our GCC Pulse Report, "Ownership is the next imperative for India's GCCs to become generative enterprises." Read more here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/indias-gcc-pulse-index/

Join us as Mani Ganesan, SVP and Head of APAC Engineering at Amadeus Labs India, shares how the India Center evolved from a cost center to a strategic hub driving product innovation, revenue, and global leadership in travel technology. Discovers how Amadeus leverages AI, builds global roles, and creates a unique employer brand in India to support the future of travel tech. What you'll hear:How Amadeus India evolved from a cost-focused operation into a global excellence hubHow the team uses thought leadership, campus engagement, and brand building to attract top engineering talentWhy AI fluency is becoming central to the future of travel technology and engineering in IndiaHow global roles are being built from India to support bi-directional leadershipWhat it takes to manage complex, high-volume travel platforms processing over 100,000 transactions per secondWhy the Indian travel ecosystem creates unique opportunities for localized innovation and scale Key takeaways:Why moving beyond cost-center thinking is essential for GCCs that want to create real business impactHow employer brand and campus presence help build a stronger talent pipeline in competitive marketsWhy AI fluency is not just a technical skill, but a strategic capability for future-ready engineering teamsHow GCCs can create global leadership roles from India instead of only supporting headquartersWhy a deep understanding of local market behavior can unlock better product design and innovationWhat separates a strong delivery center from a true global product and revenue engineWhy the future of GCCs depends on combining operational excellence with strategic ownership To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/ We recently launched our GCC Pulse Report, "Ownership is the next imperative for India's GCCs to become generative enterprises." Read more: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/indias-gcc-pulse-index/

In this episode of HFS Unfiltered, Saurabh Gupta, President of HFS Research, sits down with Amit Nagar, CEO of Everforth Quinnox, and Shiv Iyer, President of Everforth, to discuss how the services-as-software vision is becoming a reality. First introduced by HFS in 2024, services-as-software reflects a future where agentic and generative AI transform services into platform-led, outcome-based models that are no longer tied to traditional headcount. Quinnox was one of the first firms to put this vision into practice and is now scaling it through Everforth. Amit and Shiv explain what the acquisition means, why Everforth is "Quinnox at scale," and how the combined organization delivers value across the entire software development lifecycle. The conversation explores how clients are shifting their focus from team size to business outcomes delivered through AI and people. The leaders share real-world examples, including reducing delivery teams by up to 65% and cutting ticket resolution times from nearly 15 hours to just 16 seconds with 90% accuracy. They also discuss why success depends on redesigning delivery around client processes rather than relying on traditional service models. Amit and Shiv also examine the importance of trust, long-term partnerships, and proven outcomes when adopting AI, the significant opportunity in the mid-market, and the risk of creating new technical debt. They conclude with practical advice for CIOs looking to move beyond legacy services and accelerate AI-driven transformation. Read the report: An HFS Challengers' Code analysis distilling Everforth Quinnox's playbook strategy, operating model, and AI-native execution to help enterprise leaders pressure-test incumbents and make smarter sourcing decisions, here.To know more, follow us on LinkedIn:HFS ResearchQuinnox#ServicesAsSoftware #EnterpriseAI #AgenticAI #ITServices #Quinnox #Everforth #HFSResearch #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #ManagedServices

“It's the most readable death metal logo I've ever seen in my life…”   Dave and Joe Haley.   If you're trying to understand the importance of this particular drum & guitar team, just think of some of the other legendary “band of brothers” in the metal community that come to mind who have gone on to elevate and transform modern music as we know it…brothers such as Alex & Eddie Van Halen and Vinnie & Darrell Abbott.    Formed in 1999 (“the year of the Matrix”) and hailing from Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, technical death metal juggernauts PSYCROPTIC have swiftly evolved from the stereotypical “cookie monster” style of traditional death metal into an exponentially advanced, ultra precise, tech death riff machine of such complex artistry & surgical precision that the only proper response to have when listening to them is to laugh out loud in amazement and exclaim “WHOA!” with utter disbelief, shock, and awe at such incredible technical proficiency and prowess.   Hear one of the most complimentary voicemails we've ever received, never forget that “you've gotta use your teeth” whenever you are “schlebbin or schluppin”, and find out how snakes bang when you JOIN US as we go INSIDE THE METAL with the most technically gifted band of tech death Aussies we've ever had the pleasure of listening to with PSYCROPTIC. Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on your favorite Podcast app Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast Show Notes: (00:01): “Do-Da apparently is a term for…the entertainment center…man's best friend.../ “Whatever you preserve…” (Deserve + Prefer) / “There was some crazy…1986 thunder yesterday…”/ “You count between the flash and the boom…”/ #funnyfunmovie /  “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die…”/ “That applies literally to sex, drugs, and metal…”/ #RussellsReflectionsMovieEdition / ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised *** / ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST & THE BUNKERPOON CENTER FOR METAL EXCELLENCE!!!*** / “Remastered thunder…”   (04:37): “Let's use stats in the right way…”/ ***PATREON US at www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast *** /  “I've oversold The Hog Story so much, I'm sorry…”/ “We've got the dogs who aren't paying a dime into the Patreon…” / #Patreon #MembershipDrive / “I didn't cup, I didn't exacerbate it…”/ ***EMAIL US at metalnerdery@gmail.com *** ***SOCIAL MEDIA US at #metalnerderypodcast on #YouTube #Facebook #Instagram & #TikTok *** ***VOICEMAIL US at 980-666-8182!!!***  “I like my revenge best served cold…” / #Prong / “I'm about to run out of back episodes…”/ “He left another message…”/ #MissouriMoose / “It's gonna be a button, I know…”/ #BlacktoothGrin PLASTIC JESUS (Blossom & Decay – 2009) /  “It's doomy…that sounds like open road…trees on the side of the road…”/ “Chrisssssss…”/ “Let's save that…for the actual episode…”/   (13:38): “Big Thanks to Norvyn…and HAIL to our friends Down Under…” / #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS: PSYCROPTIC / #technicaldeathmetal /  “The Tasmanian Devil…to me, I think about #Cornholio but before Cornholio was Cornholio…”/ From Hobart, Tasmania, Australia / Psycroptic has been active since 1999 / ***New Album Alert: The Pulse of Annihilation (released 07/17/2026) *** /  “What do you think about their logo?” /  “It's the most readable death metal logo I've ever seen in my life…”/ #Sanguisugabogg /  “God Bless You…”   (17:30): #Psycroptic / The Isle of Disenchantment – 2001 / CARNIVAL OF VULGARITY / PSYCROPTIPATH / “I think it's cool that they incorporated their name into a song title…”/  #cookiemonster / “Is that Hulk Hogan?”/ “No band starts out, rarely…rarely does a band start out of the gate and they have awesome production…”   (20:46): The Scepter of the Ancients – 2003 /  “You can't read their album titles without talking like that…I feel like I need a robe, and a staff, and a longer beard, and longer hair…”/ THE COLOUR OF SLEEP / “That's weird, because their later stuff doesn't sound like this…I wonder if we'll find the turning point…”/ PSYCROLOGY / “So you're saying the 3rd album might be the turning point…or the TIPPING POINT…”   (25:00): Symbols of Failure – 2006 / “This came out on #BlackSabbathDay 36 years after the debut of #BlackSabbath …”/  “You're right…”/ “Wait…say that again…what did you just say?” / “It was a matter of time…”/  ALPHA BREED / “New singer…” (vs the first 2 albums…) / “How does he do that the entire show?”/ “They've got the coke lines…”/ MERCHANTS OF DECEIT / “Those riffs are sick…”/ “I can hear elements of #Death (the band) in there…”/ “It may not be a breakdown but it's something different…”/   (29:40): Ob(Servant) – 2008 / “There's still hope…”/ OB(SERVANT) / “Ohhh, this was released on my birthday…”/ “It's in 4/4…”/ “WHOA!”/  “Here's the different part…there's always a different part…”/ “I saw something the other day talking about that song… (Behind the Crooked Cross) /  BEHIND THE CROOKED CROSS (See Also: #Slayer – South of Heaven – 1988) / #TourEdition   (35:03): The Inherited Repression – 2012 / “That needs to be an episode…the best coke lines…”/ CARRIERS OF THE PLAGUE / “Way better production…more modern like what we've heard recently…”/ “That's the tipping point, right there…”/ “This is the first one that doesn't sound like traditional death metal…”/ NOTE: “(Ob(Servant)) was their first for Nuclear Blast…”/ THE THRONE OF KINGS / “That's got more of a thrashy vocal vibe…”/ “I can't even wrap my brain around that, dude…”/ Joe Haley – guitar /  “This dude should be in every guitar magazine…this dude IS a walking guitar magazine!”/  “They definitely grew out of the whole cookie monster, traditional death metal…”/  “Alright, the next one…it's their eponymous…that's the fancy word for ‘self-titled'…” “See, again, I didn't cup…guess what? I'm cupping next time…”   (40:56): Psycroptic – 2015 / “Notice that the logo is different…”/ Psycroptic Personnel /  “You know what that means? Brother combo…”/ #markthetime /  “I just wanna get to wherever my dick is…do snakes have dicks? Do they have vags? How do they fuck?”/ #IDontKnow / “Birds do it, bees do it…I know they've got rhinos…”/  ECHOES TO COME / “It's more thrashy, yeah…”/ “I don't know why that guy is not on every guitar magazine cover everywhere…” / “WHOA!”/ “Elements of black metal in there…”/ “I'll bet it's gonna be just like the #VanHalen thing…the drummer should be on every drum magazine everywhere…” (Dave Haley – drums) / “It's like that…going back to that record right there (pointing to Forbidden Evil) …”/ “Mr. Petrucci…I offer a challenge, sir…”/  “These guys are professionals…”/ “Schlebbin' or schluppin'?”/ COLD / “I'm just gonna sit here in amazement again…”/ “HFS! Not on an acoustic…are you shitting me!?”/ “That's kinda groove…”/ “I wanna see it live…I wanna believe it by seeing it live…”/  “You could do one…how are you gonna do the other one?”/ “Make that whole thing a button…”/ #guillotine / “You've gotta use your teeth…”   (51:00): As the Kingdom Drowns – 2018 / “New bass player…and HAIL to The Haleys”/  “Everything they do is badass!!!”/ “We just Rogan'd these guys…”/  “Look at the #cokelines …” / “I like when we branch off and try new stuff…”/ “It's like having a steak at The Waffle House vs Longhorn vs Bones…stepping up the game…”/  “(Psycroptic are) currently touring in Australia...in fairness, (Australia) is the size of the United States…”/ #outbackfest / “All of our Aussie folks, let us know your thoughts on the Psycroptic…”/ WE WERE THE KEEPERS / “In context, that's a thrash riff…”/ BEYOND THE BLACK / “That time I cupped…that was for you…”/ “Definitely NOT a Metal Church cover…”/ “That must be the guest vocalist…”/ “I almost feel overstimulated…”   (57:25): Divine Council – 2022 / REND ASUNDER / “That may be the simplest riff they've played so far…”/ The Pulse of Annihilation – available 07/17/2026 / NO BLADE OF GRASS (drum playthrough video) / “He's making it look easy…another day at the office…”/  “Is this an instrumental?”/ “A lot of times on playthroughs it'll be the song as it is…”/ “That was a learning experience…Oh My God, was that a humbling moment…”/  THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!!! / “Hail to The Haleys…strive to be like them…”/ #untilthenext #outroreel

Fresh off Macstock, you get the full debrief on this year’s gathering before diving into a stacked round of Quick Tips. You’ll learn how to disable Summarize Notification Previews to stop needless battery churn, clear every unread Apple Watch notification in one shot, and weigh whether it’s finally time to move to macOS Tahoe. There’s a heads-up that Mac minis and Mac Studios are back in Apple’s Refurbished Store, a slick Control-Tilde trick to reveal formulas in Excel, Google Sheets, and LibreOffice, the case for a USB-only cable when you’re heading into DFU recovery mode, and clever moves like stretching a Kindle book loan with an old iPad, building reusable packing-list templates, and scheduling an automatic weekly reboot to keep your Macs running clean. Then you tackle your questions: setting the default audio app on your iPhone, when prepaid mobile data might be the smarter play (and when it’s not!), and a big Don’t Get Caught warning that macOS 28 is dropping support for encrypted HFS+ drives, so decrypt or reformat those external volumes before you upgrade next year. You’ll also hear how Claude Code can become your new macOS troubleshooting partner, including some honest thoughts on leaning on AI to fix your machine. Cool Stuff Found rounds it out with UDM14 for Google results minus the AI summaries, Backdrop for live macOS wallpaper, Clock Rings for tracking time in decimal, and a cheap camera lens cover that works across your MacBook, iPad, and iPhone. As always, come learn at least five new things. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1151 for Monday, July 20th, 2026 July 20th: National Fortune Cookie Day MGG Monthly Giveaway – Win a license to Mole 00:02:00 Macstock Debrief Some new-for-the-first-time attendees David Pogue Ken Case Ken Ray Paul Conaway Quick Tips 00:00:01 DLH-QT-Disable Summarize Notification Previews to save battery churn 00:06:16 Pilot Pete-QT How to clear all your unread Apple Watch notifications 00:08:34 Is it time to update to Tahoe? 00:09:25 Mac minis and Mac Studios available again in Apple's Refurb Store 00:12:31 Companies safeguarding your data 00:16:46 Marina-QT-Control-Tilde shows the formulas in Excel (and Google Sheets, and LibreOffice, but not Numbers) 00:20:03 Tony-QT-Use a USB-only cable for DFU Recovery Mode 00:21:49 Harvey-QT-Use your old iPad to extend your Kindle Book loan period 00:24:40 Todd-QT-1150-Create Packing List Templates and Sections 00:27:50 Don-QT-Schedule a weekly reboot for your Macs sudo pmset repeat restart U 05:00:00 (“U” means sUnday) 00:33:40 Pilot Pete-QT-Green light Means the Camera is On Sponsors 00:36:56 SPONSOR: Coveron. One scam can cost you everything – use code “macgeekgab” for up to 76% off at https://coveron.com/macgeekgab to safeguard your identity. 00:38:10 SPONSOR: Shopify. If you're ready to stop putting off your business and start selling, sign up for your free trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/MGG Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:39:33 Dave-How can I set the default audio app on my iPhone? 00:45:30 Doug-Why go prepaid for mobile data? US Mobile (allows network flexibility) Get $25 to join America’s Super Carrier, plus get 30 days free when you transfer your number! 00:53:10 Gary-DGC-macOS 28 to drop support for encrypted HFS+ drives 00:58:10 Dave-QT-Use Claude Code for macOS troubleshooting 01:03:57 Some thoughts on Troubleshooting with AI Cool Stuff Found 01:05:35 Mike-CSF-UDM14 to get Google results sans AI summaries 01:09:34 Javier-CSF-1128–Backdrop – Live MacOS Wallpaper 01:11:34 -n-Eric-CSM-Clock Rings to track time in decimal 01:15:39 Pilot Pete-CSF-Camera Lens Cover Macbook, iPad, iPhone 01:18:48 MGG 1151 Outtro MGG Monthly Giveaway Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Pilot Pete's Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts) The Debut Film Podcast – Adam's new podcast! Dave's Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) Podcasts MGG Merch is Available! Mac Geek Gab iOS app Mac Geek Gab YouTube Page Mac Geek Gab Live Calendar This Week's MGG Premium Contributors MGG Apple Podcasts Reviews feedback@macgeekgab.com 224-888-GEEK Active MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes List BackBeat Media Podcast Network

Apple's lawsuit accusing OpenAI of obtaining trade secrets through former employees raises questions about corporate ethics, recruitment practices, confidentiality agreements, and OpenAI's hardware ambitions. The panel considers the potential legal and financial consequences before examining Apple's plan to end support for encrypted HFS+ volumes and what users should do with older drives. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tvplustalk. Show Notes: Chapters:00:00 Apple challenges OpenAI over alleged trade secrets01:00 Former Apple employees and recruitment allegations02:00 OpenAI's finances, AI skepticism, and IPO risks04:03 Evidence, corporate devices, and Apple's legal strategy05:00 Recruitment culture and ethical concerns06:13 How the case could reveal Apple's hardware plans07:06 Possible legal exposure and the discovery process08:00 AI talent wars and multimillion-dollar compensation09:33 Confidentiality agreements after leaving Apple11:14 Apple's shifting relationships with OpenAI and Google12:06 John Ternus and speculation about Apple leadership13:00 Apple silicon, neural engines, and possible M7 plans14:36 Contractors, confidentiality, and additional legal risks15:16 Jony Ive and potential collateral damage17:01 macOS 28 and encrypted HFS+ support18:00 Apple's long-term transition away from HFS+19:00 Preparing and transferring data from legacy drives20:04 Microsoft support policies and software subscriptions21:05 Clarifying Windows access to HFS+ drives Links: Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/10/apple-sues-openai/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site:https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:     http://macvoices.com      Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Apple's lawsuit accusing OpenAI of obtaining trade secrets through former employees raises questions about corporate ethics, recruitment practices, confidentiality agreements, and OpenAI's hardware ambitions. The panel considers the potential legal and financial consequences before examining Apple's plan to end support for encrypted HFS+ volumes and what users should do with older drives. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tvplustalk. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple challenges OpenAI over alleged trade secrets 01:00 Former Apple employees and recruitment allegations 02:00 OpenAI's finances, AI skepticism, and IPO risks 04:03 Evidence, corporate devices, and Apple's legal strategy 05:00 Recruitment culture and ethical concerns 06:13 How the case could reveal Apple's hardware plans 07:06 Possible legal exposure and the discovery process 08:00 AI talent wars and multimillion-dollar compensation 09:33 Confidentiality agreements after leaving Apple 11:14 Apple's shifting relationships with OpenAI and Google 12:06 John Ternus and speculation about Apple leadership 13:00 Apple silicon, neural engines, and possible M7 plans 14:36 Contractors, confidentiality, and additional legal risks 15:16 Jony Ive and potential collateral damage 17:01 macOS 28 and encrypted HFS+ support 18:00 Apple's long-term transition away from HFS+ 19:00 Preparing and transferring data from legacy drives 20:04 Microsoft support policies and software subscriptions 21:05 Clarifying Windows access to HFS+ drives Links: Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/10/apple-sues-openai/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Join Achyuta Ghosh and Steve Rudderham for a conversation on how GBS is being rebuilt as a true engine of enterprise value, not just a scaled shared services function. They discuss how Ecolab's “One Ecolab” strategy is reshaping GBS around nine end-to-end processes, why cost and SLAs are now table stakes rather than differentiators, and how data, AI, and talent are coming together to move the needle on customer experience, growth, and enterprise decision-making. What you'll hear: Why the traditional shared services playbook is running out of runway, and how Ecolab is positioning GBS as the connector across process, data, people, and technology. Steve draws on 15 years across Kellogg, AkzoNobel, Carrier, and his early BPO days at GECIS, and shares what he is doing three months into leading GBS at Ecolab.Key takeaways: Why cost per transaction and SLAs are table stakes, and what enterprise KPIs GBS should actually be moving. How Ecolab has organized the enterprise into nine end-to-end processes, with GBS acting as the connector between functions and geographies. How a lead-to-cash view, applied to the top 35 clients, is helping GBS improve customer experience and free up commercial time. The data-first agenda: moving customer, vendor, and financial master data from a byproduct into a true enterprise asset before scaling AI. A real example of how collecting data changed the team's prioritization of customer calls and freed capacity for higher-value work. Why running fast on AI without fixing data governance and process consistency is a common mistake, and how Ecolab is sequencing that work. The talent shift: reskilling every associate on AI and automation basics, while bringing in specialized talent in advanced analytics and AI. Why the gap between leading and lagging GBS organizations is going to widen, and what separates the two three years from now.To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/

Join Achyuta Ghosh and Mohit Bhatia for a candid conversation on what it takes to build a strategic GCC from an early stage, at a time when the old playbook no longer applies. They discuss why the answer is not to jump straight into AI, why fixing the basics still matters, how Rolls-Royce is thinking about data, talent, and enterprise outcomes, and what India means as a home market for a company known globally for jet engines, propulsion, and energy. What you'll hear: Why an early-stage GCC in 2026 does not need to follow the four-stage transformation curve that GCCs went through 20 years ago, and where it can leapfrog straight to modern platforms. Mohit draws on nearly four decades across Maersk, Mondelez, Genpact, and American Express, and shares how he is applying that experience at Rolls-Royce without falling back on the traditional playbook.Key takeaways: Why the first 12 to 18 months of a new GCC are still about execution excellence and fixing the basics, before piling on modern tech and AI. How to "jump the curve" and start at the top of someone else's S-curve, rather than repeating three decades of legacy build-outs. Why AI should sit in the fabric of processes, not as a set of pilots or point solutions bolted on the side.The data-first agenda: cleaning, safeguarding, and segregating data before expecting AI to produce ROI.How Mohit is thinking about services-as-software and why the shift will be gradual, not overnight, until the ecosystem catches up on data integrity and end-to-end processes. The build versus buy call: keeping core GCC execution internal while partnering with third parties on ERP, workflow tools, and system integration. Where AI actually pays off at Rolls-Royce, from predictive analytics on jet engine maintenance to three-way match, auto-reconciliations, and employee self-service. The talent shift: hiring for curiosity, learning agility, enterprise leader mindset, and tech comfort, without discounting people management, empathetic leadership, and domain expertise.Why Rolls-Royce is treating India as a home market, and what the ecosystem could look like at 10,000 people over the next five to seven years.To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/

Join Achyuta Ghosh and Arvind Vaishnav for a conversation on how a healthcare GCC creates real impact for patients and clinicians, and what it takes for a center to move from running functions to shaping enterprise outcomes. They discuss how the Philips Innovation Campus is building AI-led solutions that cut MRI scan times in half, the talent shifts behind end-to-end value creation, and how partnerships with clinicians, academia, and startups are reshaping healthcare innovation from Bangalore. What you'll hear: Why the Philips Innovation Campus, with around 4,000 people and more than 30 years in Bangalore, is one of the largest healthcare innovation hubs in India, and what makes its work different from a traditional GCC. Arvind walks through real examples of how the campus delivers functional, economic, and social value, including SmartSpeed MRI, a homegrown AI capability that cuts scan time by 50 percent. Key takeaways: How a healthcare GCC measures impact through three lenses: functional value, economic value, and social value. A real example of bringing MRI scan time down from an hour to thirty minutes, and what that means for patients, clinicians, and access to care. Why end-to-end ownership of the clinician and patient journey is the new bar for healthcare GCCs. The talent shifts driving this change: clinical and product roles, quality and safety expertise, and digital skills like AI and cloud.The role of ecosystem partnerships with clinicians, academia, and startups in accelerating healthcare innovation. How AI is helping clinicians spend more time with patients, and less time with the technology. What is changing in how healthcare GCCs are expected to deliver, from supporting functions to shaping outcomes.To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/

Join Achyuta Ghosh and Aparna Rao for a practical conversation on how AI is changing the actual work inside GCCs, and what that means for roles, skills, and leadership. They discuss how the GCC model is moving from processing tasks to making decisions, why AI cannot fix weak fundamentals, and what leaders need to do right now to stay relevant. What you'll hear: Why work in GCCs is no longer organized around steps and tasks. It is increasingly organized around decisions, and what humans should do versus what AI should do. Aparna draws on 25 years of building and scaling six GCCs across IT, retail, agriculture, pharma, and pharma logistics, and shares what is actually working on the ground at Cencora.Key takeaways: Why has work not reduced inside GCCs? It has elevated, and the bar for talent has risen with it. The three shifts reshaping GCC roles: from processing to judgment, from deep silos to T-shaped capability, and from doing the work to influencing how it gets done. Why does AI not fix weak fundamentals? It amplifies them, and what to do about that before you scale anything. Why is the right starting point not the tool, but the business problem, and how a recent hackathon at Cencora made that visible? How democratizing AI access, building AI governance into the capability framework, and investing in human learning together change what a GCC can deliver.Practical guidance for this quarter: redesign one or two high-impact workflows end-to-end rather than trying to transform everything at once. Why will the winners not be the GCCs that adopt AI the fastest, but the ones that use it most thoughtfully?To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/global-capability-centers-gccs/

Join Achyuta Ghosh and Arindam Mukhopadhyay for a candid conversation on how leadership in Global Capability Centers must change. They talk about how the GCC model is moving past the old scale game and the "landlord" style of leadership, as AI reshapes how work gets done, how value is delivered, and what GCC leaders need to focus on next.What you'll hear: Why the biggest threat to the GCC model isn't AI.It is leadership that has drifted away from domain expertise and process ownership, and what it takes to close that gap.Arindam draws on nearly two decades of building, scaling, transforming, and exiting GCCs across India, the Philippines, Malaysia, Poland, Hungary, Costa Rica, Ireland, and the US, and shares his view on what future-ready leadership looks like. Key takeaways:Why strong GCC growth numbers can mask real questions about long-term sustainability.The end of the "landlord" leadership role. • Managing facilities and headcount is no longer enough. Why the shift from scale-led to outcome-driven GCCs is a leadership problem first, and a technology problem second. The value of staying close to the process and demanding excellence from your team rather than just their time. How AI is reshaping the talent pyramid and the skills GCCs will need next. A practical test every leader can apply: start from the assumption that AI can do the work and rule it out only after kicking the tires hard. Why the next wave of GCC leaders will pivot from running large teams of people to leading a smaller core of rare, high-impact skills. The simple leadership mantra to carry forward: your job is to make your colleagues successful. To know more about HFS on Global Capability Centers (GCCs), visit us here.

"Procurement has to become an ecosystem builder for the enterprise, because no enterprise can do everything by itself in today's world." - Saurabh Gupta Procurement leaders are feeling the pressure to "be AI-first," yet most struggle to get past the hype and deliver real business value. With AI reshaping buying categories and challenging process norms, now is the time to rethink procurement's role. In this ProcureTech Insider episode, Saurabh Gupta, President of HFS, joins Jyothi Hartley to talk candidly about how AI is forcing procurement to confront old habits and rethink category strategy. Saurabh introduces practical frameworks for CPOs striving to become strategic partners, not just operational gatekeepers. He shares how blending services and software is creating a new buying challenge, and why procurement must finally forge closer ties to business outcomes and work across traditional silos. In this episode, Saurabh discusses how to: Pinpoint the "debts" holding procurement back from adopting AI Build a balanced 4P framework for tracking AI's value Prepare for the rise of "services as software" and what it means for category management Shift the procurement mindset from reactive support to enterprise ecosystem builder Links: Saurabh Gupta on LinkedIn The CPO mandate: Seize the AI moment and claim the strategy seat Subscribe to the AOP Newsletter Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube  

TCW Podcast Episode 258 - The Shenanigans of CUC Software   Walter Forbes built CUC International from Comp-U-Card, a phone-in discount shopping club that cut out the middleman with a small markup and annual fee, not unlike a proto-Amazon Prime. As computer networks like CompuServe, Prodigy, and GEnie rose, CUC pivoted online and Forbes set his sights on the games business, joining the Sierra On-Line board and buying out Ken Williams and Davidson and Associates for a combined 1.7 billion dollars in stock swaps. Despite promises to Williams that he would not be secondary to a competitor, Bob Davidson of Davidson and Associates ended up running the software division, and when Davidson discovered something troubling enough to dump his stock and left. The cracks were beginning to show. Williams tried to take over, was not given the time of day, and eventually left. Forbes meanwhile pursued a merger with Henry Silverman's HFS, a hospitality giant owning Days Inn, Ramada, Howard Johnson, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and Avis, forming the new conglomerate Cendant. The true depth of the shenanigans were only starting to show. How could a company consistently just barely beat analyst/market estimates?   Comp-U-Card News Brief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6H5mdSHyNQ Credit Card Impression Machines: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/S5c2mA1cnv4 New Innovations in Credit Cards (1985): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TBD8HTssRA The Simpsons - The Truth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Nc88_ZEfxg TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW039-on-line-systems TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW040-sierra-on-line Word Attack (PC-DOS 1983): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJf13H9Wbnk Math Blaster (PC-DOS 1983): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKi_g0g8EWQ TCW 162 - Spinnaker Software: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW162-spinnaker-software TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and Warcraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW054-blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft TCW 071 - A story of Brøderbund!: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW071-a-story-of-broderbund TCW 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund! - : https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW072-the-mysteries-of-broderbund   New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!   TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com  BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1   Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode -  Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode  Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love    Copyright: Attribution: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On this episode of the DCRTV Podcast, former HFS morning host Wes Johnson and Creative Director Bill Glasser take you inside what was really going on as the station evolved from its free-form roots into a modern rock powerhouse.They describe it as a civil war inside the building, with longtime free-form DJs clashing with a new wave of talent and a very different philosophy about what the station should be.They also talk about the risks they were willing to take. Even something like the HFStival, which now feels legendary, started as a massive gamble that could have easily backfired. Bill walks through how the idea came together and why it wasn't some obvious win at the time.At the same time, they talk about the signal at 99.1… and why limitations that would become a bigger issue later didn't seem to hold them back.A big part of the conversation centers on attitude. HFS wasn't just playing different music, it was positioning itself against everything else on the dial. That anti-establishment mindset didn't just define the station, it influenced the audience in a way that's hard to replicate today.Bill also shares the story behind one of the most memorable radio campaigns ever, WTOP's “Your favorite radio station doesn't play songs.”And then there's what happened after. Wes talks about his role today as the PA announcer for the Washington Capitals, while Bill gets into a completely different chapter… including how he helped bring Howard Stern to Richmond and Norfolk, the behind-the-scenes dealmaking with Stern's agent, and the controversy that followed, which ended with a grocery chain spending millions to keep Stern off the air.More from DCRTV:DCRTV.comNewsletter signup: https://dcrtv.com/newsletterFollow DCRTV on FacebookSupport DCRTV on PatreonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dcrtv-washington-radio-and-tv-podcast--6152954/support.

In the latest episode of Unfiltered Stories, Sam Duncan, Practice Leader at HFS, sat down with Paul Brody, Former Global Blockchain Leader at EY, and Clare Adelgren, Global Blockchain Leader at EY, to discuss the findings of the latest HFS Enterprise Blockchain Services Horizon. They concluded that enterprise blockchain is very much alive, but it's become all the right kinds of boring.Key discussed points include:Serious players never stopped investingThe core drivers of enterprise blockchain today (stablecoins, tokenization)How engagements can move to productionWhat differentiates leaders in the marketIf you think enterprise blockchain is dead, think again.Read the associated HFS Horizon Report here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/hfs-horizons-enterprise-blockchain-services-2025/

In this HFS and Genpact CX Videocast, Melissa Fersht and Genpact's Global Head of CX, Sachin Pai, explore how agentic AI is reshaping customer experience. CX is moving beyond chatbots and self-service to a future where AI doesn't just assist customers, it acts on their behalf. They examine the shift from handle-time metrics to P&L impact, the growing capability of AI in emotionally sensitive interactions, and the coming reversal of “press zero for a human” toward AI-first engagement. The conversation highlights how roles will evolve from frontline execution to designing, governing, and improving intelligent agentic systems, signaling a major inflection point for CX, operations, and workforce transformation that's coming well before 2030. Key points discussed include:Self-service is dead. The future is served by AI, and this signals a paradigm shift from deflection to delegation.Emotional labor is no longer a sticking point. Generative pre-trained transformers are at a point where the emotional connection they can draw is exceeding what people can do.CX measurements are no longer about productivity, it's about metrics that directly impact a P&L statement. Humans at the helm: our role moves from operators to supervisors, designers, and ethicists. We will be the ones who fix those agentic systems, improve the algorithms, and feed them with the right data.

In this HFS interview, Genpact's Yasir Andrabi and Macdonald Okolie discuss why AI has so far fallen short of expectations in insurance—and what needs to change. The conversation explores how agentic AI, data-driven underwriting, dynamic risk prioritization, and the Genpact Insurance Policy Suite are helping insurers move beyond basic workflow automation to fundamentally rethink underwriting judgment, capacity management, and underwriting economics. In the discussion, Yasir Andrabi, Agentic AI Leader for Insurance, and Macdonald Okolie, Global Head of Insurance Underwriting Practice at Genpact, outline a clear reason insurance AI hasn't moved the needle: most insurers have digitized underwriting workflows without addressing deeper issues around data quality and decision-making. Reviewing the Genpact Insurance Policy Suite, the conversation focuses on shifting underwriting from speed to judgment—using agentic, data-driven prioritization to direct limited underwriting capacity toward the risks that matter most, based on profitability, risk-adjusted returns, and likelihood of binding. By embedding third-party and exposure data while maintaining clear human-in-the-loop controls for accountability and regulatory compliance, Yasir and Don frame underwriting AI not as another layer of automation, but as a structural lever for changing the economics of underwriting.

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Weasel spent 33 years behind the mic at the legendary WHFS, and in this episode of the DCRTV Podcast, he takes us inside one of the most influential radio stations in DC history. We talk about how Weasel got his start in radio and landed at HFS, then dig into the station's two very different eras: the early freeform rock days and the later alternative rock years.Weasel explains what freeform really meant, including whether DJs truly had the freedom to play whatever they wanted. The conversation also covers the backstory of the station starting on 102.3, Jake Einstein eventually selling that frequency and moving the station to 99.1.We also dive into the origins of the HFStival, how it started as a small event, and how it eventually grew to a large event selling out RFK Stadium multiple years.Weasel explains that the HFStival became a huge money-maker for the radio station and unintentionally contributed to HFS's eventual downfall.Finally, Weasel shares what it was like being moved from full-time to part-time at HFS and his transition to 94.7 WARW.More from DCRTV:DCRTV.comNewsletter signup: https://dcrtv.com/newsletterFollow DCRTV on FacebookSupport DCRTV on PatreonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dcrtv-washington-radio-and-tv-podcast--6152954/support.

In this Unfiltered Stories episode, Hansa Iyengar sits down with NewRocket CEO Harsha Kumar to dismantle the AI hype and get real about how enterprises can drive outcomes, not just experiments. The conversation zeroes in on building AI you can trust, redefining services as software, and what enterprise leaders must do now to avoid becoming irrelevant in the AI-first era. The key takeaway from the discussion includes:AI is disrupting both low-end and high-end IT services models. Intelligent agents are transforming workflows, but you must design them right. Trust is the new differentiator for AI. Leaders must treat AI as a new operating model, not a side experiment. The ROI conversation must shift from cost savings to value realization.Enterprise leaders who treat AI as a science experiment will lose to those treating it as a new business operating model. The pilot phase is over—budget for AI, train for AI, and build for scale—or prepare to be disrupted. Also, check the HFS market impact report: “Reinvent your ServiceNow service model with agentic AI”, here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/servicenow-services-model/

In this episode of HFS Unfiltered, Saurabh Gupta, President at HFS Research, sat with Hiral Chandrana, CEO and Board member of Veltris, to explore how verticalized AI is transforming digital product engineering, reshaping pricing and delivery models, and redefining what true customer-centricity looks like in an AI-native world.Hiral shares real-world insights on AI readiness, micro-industry innovation, leadership transformation, and why the next generation's mindset will shape the next few decades of technological progress.The key discussion points include:Understanding Verticalized AIShifting from Traditional Models to Agile PracticesThe Role of Leadership in a Changing LandscapeDelivering Value through Domain Expertise and Product MindsetRead the recently published HFS Challengers Code Report titled “Vertical AI is a real win as Veltris lifts growth for micro-industries” on the HFS website here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/veltris-lifts-growth-micro-industries/

GBS is moving from a cost-center to a growth-engine.AI-first models and platforms are rewiring enterprise operations. In this Unfiltered Stories episode, Ashwin Venkatesan, Executive Research Leader at HFS Research, sits down with Saurabh Gupta, President at HFS Research, and Shashidhar N, VP & Global Head of Platforms at EdgeVerve, to discuss what next-gen GBS really looks like—beyond slideware. What you'll learn:From “shared services” to “Generative Business Services” — AI-led, data-driven, value-obsessed.AI-first delivery = beyond productivity — shift from cost saves to revenue, speed, and innovation.What's blocking progress — silos plus technical, data, and cultural debt (and how leaders break them).Why platforms matter — unifying people, process, data, and tech for scalable, AI-powered ops.The GBS of tomorrow — AI-first by design, built for agility, collaboration, and continuous value.Also, check the companion HFS report: “Your GBS model is outdated: Fix it, or risk falling behind in the AI economy”, here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/your-gbs-model-is-outdated-fix-it-or-risk-falling-behind-in-the-ai-economy/

On this episode, Kevin chats with Mark Roppolo of HFS Capital Partners about operating in the space between family office and traditional fund. Mark explains how this structure allows HFS to maintain unusual discipline—sometimes doing just two deals a year when market conditions don't warrant more. The conversation covers their approach to sourcing deals exclusively through operating partners rather than marketed opportunities, why they underwrite the sponsor as much as the asset itself, and how they've deployed $280MM across over 70 deals without a single failed capitalization. Mark shares his philosophy that success in real estate comes from tenacity and deal flow rather than being the smartest investor, discusses the accountability framework he learned at the Naval Academy, and explains why staying closely connected to operating partners through daily conversations drives better investment decisions than spreadsheet analysis alone.

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Thought leadership has become a game-changer in the tech services industry for standing out amongst competitors. In the 49th episode of “Everything Thought Leadership," we will be joined by Euan Davis, who has studied the global IT services industry for 14 years at IDC, Yankee Group, Forrester and HfS. And since 2013, he has headed thought leadership research programs at two IT services firms: first Cognizant and now Virtusa, where he is VP of growth markets. Euan has joined Bob Buday to discuss his career path and Virtusa's thought leadership strategy. And he offers advice to thought leadership professionals on how to grow in this dynamic profession. Everything Thought Leadership is a video and podcast series from Buday TLP for thought leaders and thought leadership professionals; the people who help experts get recognized as thought leaders. Episodes release monthly, preceded by trailers and followed with short snippets of wisdom from the interviews. Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

HFS Chief Research Officer Tony Filippone speaks with Stephanie Ayoub, Chief Growth Officer at ICG, about their work together in Saudi Arabia and across MENA. The discussion focuses on how research-led strategy and on-the-ground execution help enterprises and governments deliver real transformation at scale. They explain how HFS and ICG are moving clients from plans to results: modernizing technology, improving procurement, scaling AI and automation, and building lasting capabilities. With Vision 2030 reshaping the region, Tony and Stephanie cover why investment flows into Saudi Arabia, how organizations move from pilots to production, and what AI adoption and sovereignty look like in practice. You will hear about:Why MENA, especially Saudi Arabia, is becoming a global digital and AI-driven transformation hub.How the HFS and ICG partnership blends research, strategy, and execution to accelerate outcomes.The key challenges for leaders: talent gaps, procurement friction, vendor lock-in, and legacy estates.The shift from efficiency to effectiveness and how to pursue outcome-based transformation.AI sovereignty, data residency, and hybrid models, and how these shape the region's next phase.To know more about our strategic alliance with ICG, visit here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/strategic-alliances/

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This conversation between HFS and EY explores the digital acceleration of commercial banking, the impact of AI, and how EY supports banks in modernizing legacy systems, navigating geopolitical uncertainty, and building scalable, future-ready platforms. Key discussion points included:The discussion highlighted why commercial banking has historically lagged behind retail in digital transformation—and how that's rapidly changing due to evolving customer expectations and the demand for streamlined, data-driven treasury experiences.EY assists commercial banks in their modernization efforts by integrating digital strategy, UX redesign, and core system upgrades with deep risk and regulatory expertise.The conversation also examined how geopolitical volatility is increasing the need for strategic banking support, with commercial banks uniquely positioned to guide clients through uncertain times.AI emerged as a central theme—viewed as transformational but still in its early stages—with EY advising clients to focus on connected, high-impact use cases rather than isolated pilot initiatives.The session concluded with a forward-looking perspective on embedded finance, digital assets, and the evolving role of commercial banks as key enablers of client growth and agility. Commercial banks must accelerate their digital and AI transformation efforts—starting with pragmatic, high-value use cases—while leveraging their unique position to support clients through economic and geopolitical uncertainty. Rather than waiting for perfect data or systems, banks should prioritize building scalable platforms that integrate automation, AI, and user-centric design. Partnering with firms like EY can help bridge the gap between strategy, technology, and compliance to stay competitive and future ready. Learn more about this Horizons report to see how service providers help commercial banks across the globe embrace innovation and realize value across three distinct Horizons: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/hfs-horizons-the-best-service-providers-for-commercial-banks-2025/

What happens when engineering collides with AI, robotics, and software-defined everything? LTTS's Abhishek Sinha joins HFS's Hansa Iyengar to explore how the firm is doubling down on deep tech, cross-industry innovation, and outcome-led models to deliver scalable value—and whether that's enough to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Key Points Discussed:LTTS is charting its path forward through engineering-led innovation, placing strategic bets on AI, robotics, and software-defined technologies to navigate an increasingly complex enterprise landscape.Abhishek Sinha shares how a culture of purposeful agility, cross-industry IP reuse, and outcome-based engagement models are creating tangible customer impact. With over 190 AI patents, a mature innovation framework, and deep digital engineering capabilities, LTTS is positioning itself as a leader in an era of disruptive change.Learn more about this Horizons report to see how service providers are powering the next wave of engineering-led growth: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/hfs-horizons-the-best-of-engineering-research-and-development-service-providers-2025/

In this videocast, Joel Martin, Executive Research Leader at HFS Research, sits down with Cedric Foray, Global and EMEIA Telecommunications Sector Leader at EY, for an insightful conversation on the evolving telecom landscape. Together, they explore how accelerating transformation in the telecom industry demands a strategic realignment of AI and operations, driven by outcomes, not just activity. Cedric shares EY's perspective on sector-oriented transformation and the importance of integrating AI into the core of telecom strategy. Key themes discussed include:EY's sector-specific approach to telecom transformationThe critical role of speed in driving innovationStrategic alignment of AI and operationsEmbedding corporate strategy into service executionShifting from effort-based to outcome-focused delivery models Read more in HFS's Telecom Services Horizon 2025 report here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research-category/horizons-report/

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Ann Marie Prim, Director of Human Resources at HFS and 2025 President at Hill Country HR Association.How did Anna Marie get started in her career? Whatled her to HR and Leadership? What does Anna Marie share about her nickname ”Grace”? What does Anna Marie share about her mentors?When did Anna Marie “find her lane” in her career?What does Anna Marie share about learning the business? What does Anna Marie share about volunteerleadership? What does Anna Marie share about visionaryleadership? What does Anna Marie share the upcoming HR + SafetyCongress? What advice does Anna Marie share to help others inthe workplace? …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions. Interview resources:Favorite quote from Anna Marie:“We are in an unknown season – there's a lot of changes happening on the horizon. Saty focused on preparing as-if, but moving forward.”Connect with Anna Marie on LinkedInVisit website to learn more HFSVisit Hill Country HRMA to learn more.Register for 2025 HR + Safety Congress in SeptemberLearn more about the podcast host Bruce WallerCheck out Bruce's books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the WorkplaceFind Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track. Subscribe to Bruce's Blog “Move to Inspire” Connect with Bruce on LinkTreeGet relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company.

David Cushman, HFS Executive Research Leader, sits down with Paul Roehrig, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Ascendion, to discuss how to time your move on enterprise AI, why software development is the ideal starting point, and how AI is freeing us to rethink work after decades of production-line thinking. Key discussion highlights include:When and how to time your move on enterprise AIWhy software is the pivot point to start accelerating AI adoptionHow AI creates the opportunity to break free from outdated ways of thinking and workingSee why HFS named Ascendion a Horizon 3 Market Leader in our Generative Enterprise Services Horizons Report: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/

In this edition of Unfiltered Stories, HFS's Don Ryan speaks with KPMG leaders Ron Walker and Thomas Davies about the essential components for successfully deploying managed services at scale. They discuss the differences between traditional outsourcing and managed services, highlighting the importance of technology, expertise, and collaboration. The conversation emphasizes the transformative potential of managed services, particularly in sectors such as finance and cybersecurity, and the crucial role of AI in enhancing service delivery. They also examine the distinctive aspects of KPMG's approach, which include their advisory capabilities and a focus on stakeholder alignment and change management.The key points discussed include:Managed services are gaining traction across most enterprise functions and applications.Managed services provide a pathway to automation and widespread AI usage.Managed services are foundational to many transformational initiatives.Read detailed research on managed services deployment at HFS Research here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/accelerating-business-transformation/

Join HFS Practice Leader Ashish Chaturvedi and C TWO CEO Erik Lien as they unpack the critical business imperatives behind intelligent automation orchestration. Discover how effective orchestration can significantly boost bot utilization, simplify governance, and drive measurable ROI. Explore insights on transitioning from siloed RPA to unified AI-driven automation, managing autonomous AI agents, ensuring compliance, and leveraging advanced analytics to optimize automation strategies. The key points discussed include:Maximizing automation ROI: Intelligent orchestration increases bot utilization by over 50%, reduces manual overhead by 75%, and resolves up to 90% of support issues.Breaking automation silos: Effective orchestration integrates fragmented automation initiatives, moving enterprises beyond isolated RPA deployments to comprehensive intelligent automation platforms.Governance and compliance: Orchestration provides essential governance, auditability, and error handling, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks like the EU AI Act. Managing autonomous AI agents: Advanced orchestration manages deterministic bots and autonomous AI agents seamlessly, ensuring control, prioritization, and efficiency at an item level. Future automation landscape: The convergence of automation, AI, analytics, and optimization through orchestration platforms is key to achieving higher efficiency, governance, and business-driven insights. Dive deeper into the future of intelligent automation orchestration. Visit the HFS website to access the full report titled “RPA supervisor to IA orchestrator—C TWO advances up the Generative Enterprise S-curve” here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/rpa-ia-orchestrator-ctwo-enterprise-s-curve/

Explore the key insights from the HFS Horizons AADA Quadfecta study with WNS, a Horizon 3 leader. In this videocast, industry experts discuss how AI, Automation, Data Platforms, and Analytics are transforming enterprises and driving smarter, more agile operations. Discover how WNS is leveraging AI-powered innovations, hyper-automation, and data-driven strategies to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving space. Tune in to learn about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of digital transformation. The key takeaway from the discussion includes:WNS's Recognition as a Leader in AADA Quadfecta WNS emerged as a Horizon 3 leader in the HFS AADA Quadfecta study, which assessed 27 providers across AI, Automation, Data Platforms, and Analytics. This recognition underscores WNS's strong capabilities in delivering transformative solutions for enterprises. The Rising Importance of AI in Enterprise Investments AI spending is rapidly increasing, projected to grow from less than 20% to nearly one-third of total AADA investments in the next two years. WNS is strategically responding with initiatives such as its AI Utilities Hub and AI Labs, which focus on integrating AI across automation, analytics, and data platforms. Building a Strong Data Foundation for AI Success A robust "data spine" is critical for leveraging AI and automation effectively.WNS helps clients build unified data architectures and real-time data fabrics to improve governance, quality, and orchestration, delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiency. Convergence of AI, Automation, and Human Intelligence Automation has evolved from RPA to intelligent automation, driven by AI capabilities such as NLP and machine learning. WNS's AI + HI (Human Intelligence) model ensures AI handles routine tasks while humans focus on strategic decision-making, optimizing both cost and effectiveness. The Future of Digital Transformation with Agentic AI Agentic AI is redefining process automation by enabling self-learning AI agents to break down complex workflows and enhance decision-making. WNS is leveraging this approach in industries like logistics to drive business transformation and align with HFS's Services Vision 2030 for outcome-driven, productized service delivery.Want to dive deeper into the transformative potential of AI, Automation, Data Platforms, and Analytics? Watch the full discussion to explore key insights from the HFS AADA Quadfecta study and discover how WNS is approaching this exciting space.Read HFS Horizons: AADA Quadfecta Services for the Generative Enterprise, 2024 report - https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/hfs-horizons-aada-quadfecta-services-for-the-generative-enterprise-2024/

Tesla's Vice President of Engineering Lars Moravy joins me for a candid conversation spanning a wide-ranging number of topics, from the new Model Y to his memories of pivotal moments in Tesla history to the next-gen Roadster and even the upcoming more-affordable cars. Enjoy! Timecodes: 6:39 Interview begins 7:36 Lars on when he first got into cars 9:42 Remembering his first job in the auto industry, at Honda, and what led him to Tesla 14:01 Early days at Tesla 15:19 He knew the Model S was going to be a special car 17:22 Engineering the falcon-wing doors of the Model X 19:34 The charger snake prototype and its “hubris” 20:21 The Cybercab will be road trip capable 23:26 The most satisfying vehicle project he's worked on 26:07 Why Tesla doesn't have any plans to build any more HFS vehicles 26:43 The Cybercab isn't “painted” in the traditional sense 28:44 Remembering Model 3's “production hell” 31:20 Tesla fully expected the Model Y to become the world's best-selling vehicle 33:50 Building the next-gen Roadster prototype 35:36 Status update on the next-gen Roadster 40:55 Learnings from the Model 3 refresh that have been applied to the new Model Y 43:25 Balancing between pushing the envelope and playing it safe on the new Model Y 45:42 The reason the new Model Y doesn't have steer by wire 47:25 Why the new Model Y doesn't have a 48v architecture 48:54 The status of the Model S and Model X 50:45 What Lars daily drives 51:50 Why the new Model 3 doesn't use gigacastings 52:38 Lars's favorite piece of engineering on any of the cars 54:58 Will the front bumper camera come to the S, X, and 3? 55:09 Will the turn signal stalk return to any of the other vehicles besides Model Y? 55:38 A teaser for the upcoming more-affordable vehicles If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every tier! FOR FIRST-TIME TESLA BUYERS: The referral program is back and it's the best one in a while! You can get $2500 off of your Model 3 or $500 off your classic Model Y purchase (or $1000 off of Cybertruck, Model S, or Model X) by ordering through my referral link. Clicking this will take you to the Tesla website where you can order with the discount applied: https://ts.la/ryan73014  And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. LAST CALL: Win the custom-configured Tesla of your dreams in the 9th annual Climate XChange raffle! The taxes are paid if you win, and either way, the money goes to a great nonprofit cause. To get your tickets, go to https://carbonraffle.org/RTL  Engineering innovation doesn't just build great electric cars. It builds the foundation for an entire automotive ecosystem. And being a part of that means ensuring your Tesla is protected long after its original warranty expires. Get XCare, the first extended warranty built exclusively for EVs. Last chance to use our special anniversary code RTLOVE for $200 off our “One-time Payment” option! Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla. P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). 

HFS dives into why Softtek's model for nearshore IT services is an advantage for it and its clients. In this episode of HFS Unfiltered Stories, Joel Martin, Executive Research Leader at HFS Research, talks with Stephanie Moore, SVP US Marketing at Softtek. Companies embracing technology-led change and IT services that can deliver change quickly while sharing time zones and engaging in cultural and business-savvy collaboration should consider a nearshore provider like Softtek as a potential partner. Also, read the associated Point of View titled “The nearshore advantage in the age of technology arbitrage” here: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/nearshore-technology-arbitrage/

Phil Fersht is the CEO and Principal Analyst at HFS Research. He is based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He recently posted this 'AI continuum' on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/pfersht_rpa-genai-agentic-activity-7282865406917115904-5lrX Mark Hillary called Phil to talk about this and how AI is offering the opportunity for genuine innovation in CX and BPO. https://www.hfsresearch.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pfersht/ --- March 2010 - Mark Hillary with Phil Fersht podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-fersht-horses-for-sources/id216384010?i=1000404472875

In this edition, HFS Elena Christopher and Cognizant's Nageswar Cherukupalli, Meena Athinathan, and Manan Gauba discuss the findings of HFS' Horizons report "The Best Service Providers for Commercial Banks, 2025." They discuss the top trends in commercial banking, including macroeconomic impacts, the unique nature of CX in commercial banking, the trends toward build AND buy, and how Cognizant is approaching these challenges with its clients. You will learn: The nuances of how commercial banks can cater to the needs of a range of commercial customers, from SMBs to corporates. How personalization, connectivity, security, and trust are essential to successful CX in the commercial banking domain. The essential role of ecosystem partners and the rise of service providers as ecosystem orchestrators. For more insights on commercial banking, HFS Horizons: The Best Service Providers for Commercial Banks, 2025 is a must-read - https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/hfs-horizons-the-best-service-providers-for-commercial-banks-2025/

Discover Hyundai Mobis's growth journey in the automotive industry through its Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad, India. In this episode of HFS Unfiltered, we explore how Mobis started its journey and expanded its capabilities. We discuss how this GCC attracts talent and supports its parent company, Hyundai. Tune in to hear unfiltered stories from HFS, featuring Saurabh Gupta, President of Research and Advisory at HFS Research, in conversation with Pradeep Kumar Kondabattini, Head of R&D Strategy at Hyundai Mobis. In this episode, you will learn about: How Mobis is supporting its parent company in the R&D automotive industry. The strategies used to attract and support talent. How the GCC is leveraging Indian talent for AI adoption. Enterprises can benefit from the Indian talent pool and automotive ecosystem for their R&D and manufacturing needs.

In this episode we hear from Elaina Elzinga, Principal and Head of Active Manager Selection at Wellcome Trust. Elaina runs through portfolio construction when spanning investments from HFs to LOs to real assets, how use of data and AI in the investment space influences allocation decisions, and how these longer term investment goals interplay with Wellcome Trust's mission and purpose.  Elaina is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group at J.P. Morgan.     To learn more about Wellcome Trust: www.wellcome.org To learn more about the Data Assets & Alpha Group: https://www.jpmorgan.com/markets/market-data-intelligence   Related podcasts:   Asset Allocation amid Climate risks, with Fidelity International Macroeconomist – January 2024   A Macroeconomic Approach to Investing, with Fulcrum's Chief Risk Officer – February 2024   Recording date: 17 October 2024   The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan”), they are not the product of J.P. Morgan's Research Department and do not constitute a recommendation, advice, or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument.  This podcast is intended for institutional and professional investors only and is not intended for retail investor use, it is provided for information purposes only. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you and may not be available in all jurisdictions.  J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed.  For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit: www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer. For the avoidance of doubt, opinions expressed by any external speakers are the personal views of those speakers and do not represent the views of J.P. Morgan. © 2024 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

[SEGMENT 1-1] Harris campaign unraveling   The Kamala Harris campaign is derailing and on multiple levels. First, Harris herself is suffering from what happened when she ran for president in 2020 and ultimately got one percent of the Democrat vote. Harris Fatigued Syndrome (HFS). It doesn't take long for HFS to set in. In fact, only ten minutes listening to Harris causes the listener to spontaneously develop the condition. I've talked about and written about the "sugar high" of dumping Biden. Many Democrats mistook this for exuberance for Harris. Believe whatever you want, but one thing is for sure: the party's over. According to this source, Major drama within the Kamala Harris campaign this morning. A source reveals that Harris screamed at and angrily berated her campaign manager Julie Chavez for over 30 minutes on the phone this morning. The source shares that Chavez advised Kamala not to attend the Al Smith dinner because it could send the wrong message and risk alienating LGBTQ and pro-abortion voters if she was seen cozying up to Catholics. Instead Chavez suggested a compromise of sending in the poorly-received video in lieu of an in-person appearance. Chavez was in tears during the phone call as Kamala shred her to pieces, called her an idiot, inept, horrible at your f-ing job, and told her that her stupid advice is going to be the reason she loses. Who says Harris doesn't know how to lead? If Chavez made the call on the Alfred E Smith Dinner, then she deserved a good tongue-lashing.  [SEGMENT 1-2] Kamala Harris has no shot at winning Kamala Harris can't beat Trump. Already Democrats are cheating, so do your part and verify your vote. Democrats are so desperate we could make a sitcom out of there actions. And I want to tell you how I view things this year, I refuse to believe that the cabal can cheat Trump out of his rightful second term, and I WILL NOT ABIDE. I want these people to know that America WILL NOT STAND for another cheat. This time Black people will revolt, and Democrats have seen how Black people can be when we revolt over stupid stuff like George Floyd. Well it would be MUCH worse if they cheat Trump. The cabal has a real decision to make here. Because the WORLD is watching. Nobody on the PLANET believes Harris can beat Trump.    [SEGMENT 1-3] Imagine being a Democrat right now 1   Imagine being a Democrat right now. You have a horrible candidate, [X] SB – Dr Drew on Harris   [X] SB – Latino man supports Trump [X] SB – Mark Cuban on Harris flip-flops [X] SB – Bernie Sanders on Harris flip-flops  [SEGMENT 1-4] Imagine being a Democrat right now 2 [X] SB- CNN Daniel Dale fact-check Walz on manufacturing jobs   [X] SB – Jim Messina Time, money and volunteers What do you do with her time, surrogate's time Press team wants her, They look exhausted. Difficult decisions    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

"In the absence of trust, people will disengage. No amount of technology or process can replace the human need for belief and belonging."-Julian StoddThis episode is a must listen for those looking to expand their ideas about leadership, technology, and the psychology of work!In this episode of "Psych Tech @ Work," I welcome Julian Stodd, founder of Sea Salt Learning and prolific author whose work challenges conventional views on leadership, work, and technology, by looking at them through new paradigms.  Our conversation was refreshing because Julian offered thoughtful reframing of my ideas about psychology in the workplace that are worth noting.    In our conversation Julian reframes the way we think about the evolving workplace, focusing on the shift from traditional hierarchical structures to social leadership and distributed power. His perspectives offer a compelling critique of the conventional social contract between organizations and employees, arguing that this contract has been fundamentally broken by modern work dynamics.Julian highlights the role of technology, particularly AI, as a tool that both amplifies and disrupts traditional power dynamics within organizations. He also emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt, not just by automating tasks but by fostering trust, belief, and a sense of belonging to truly engage employees. This conversation is a powerful reminder that organizations must evolve beyond transactional relationships and embrace the social elements that drive real engagement and productivity. Throughout the episode, Julian emphasized the critical balance between formal organizational structures and the informal, social dynamics that truly drive engagement and innovation. He suggested that many organizations over-rely on formal systems—hierarchies, policies, and processes—while underestimating the power of social structures, such as networks of trust, influence, and collaboration.Julian repeatedly showed me a new way to look at my ideas about the psychology of the workplace.  For instance:The Traditional Leadership Model:* I Mention: I spoke about the role of leaders in providing clear direction and overseeing teams to ensure productivity.* Julian's Reframe: Julian challenged this conventional view, arguing that leadership in the modern era should be about social authority rather than formal hierarchy. He explained that leadership is increasingly granted by the community based on trust and belief, not just a title or position, and that successful leaders must earn this trust by engaging meaningfully with their teams.The Psychological Contract Between Employers and Employees:* I Mention: The importance of the traditional idea of the psychological contract as a way to understand the employer-employee relationship, where employees trade their time and skills for compensation and job security.* Julian's Reframe: Julian reframed this concept by stating that the traditional social contract has been broken. He argued that organizations need to move beyond seeing employees as resources or commodities. Instead, they should recognize that people are investing their belief and engagement in return for trust, growth, and belonging. Julian emphasized that organizations must rethink this relationship to thrive in the modern, social age.The Importance of Individual Differences:* I mention: The importance of the concept of individual differences, focusing on the traditional scientific approach that measures and assesses traits like personality, intelligence, and abilities to predict workplace behaviors and outcomes.* Julian's Reframe: Julian suggested a shift away from solely focusing on the science of individual differences as fixed traits to considering individuals as dynamic and adaptable within social systems. He argued that while the science of individual differences is important, it often overlooks the relational and contextual factors that influence behavior. Julian emphasized that people are shaped by their environment, relationships, and the social dynamics they are part of. He proposed that instead of just measuring traits in isolation, organizations should focus on understanding how individuals interact with the system around them and how they can grow and evolve within that system."Take it or Leave it":  Julian and I give our opinions on articles that suggest a declining need for human workers in the workplace of the future.* "AI-Powered Companies with No Employees Coming Soon"* Summary: This article from Sifted discusses the rise of fully autonomous companies that leverage AI agents to run without employees. While the article presents a futuristic view of e-commerce and automation, Julian and Charles critique its narrow focus and overhyped narrative, emphasizing that while AI may automate some functions, people will remain central to innovation and decision-making.* "The Rise of Autonomous Enterprises"Summary: This article from HFS explores how data-driven decision-making and automation are shaping the future of organizations. Julian and Charles discuss the potential for organizations to become more efficient through data governance and AI, but caution that organizations still need human judgment and emotional engagement to make meaningful decisions. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charleshandler.substack.com

Lizette shares her recent diagnosis and recovery from surgery. She was recently diagnosed with left hemifacial spasms (HFS) and underwent a microvascular decompression surgery (MVD) to help correct/alleviate the spasms. Hemifacial spasm is a rare neuromuscular disease characterized by irregular, involuntary muscle contractions on one side of the face. The facial muscles are controlled by the facial nerve. The cause of hemifacial spasm is most often a blood vessel touching or pulsing against a facial nerve. A facial nerve injury or a tumor also can cause it. She shares her story to shed light on the minor symptoms or ailments that often go unnoticed. We encourage everyone to make sure they are connected to a caring, thorough provider who is going to listen to your concerns. Remember - we can all do hard things. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heartrx/support

In this episode, the hosts of Command Control Power discuss a range of topics from VPN configuration issues with the Unifi system, to the advanced security features of iCloud. They dive into real-world tech troubleshooting experiences, including a detailed examination of the 'perfect data' scam through Microsoft 365 and the pros and cons of Apple's new support AI. The team finishes by sharing practical and actionable tips, such as enabling advanced data protection in iCloud and dealing with HFS-formatted CDs on modern Macs. Along the way, they share personal anecdotes and experiences, making the technical discussion both informative and entertaining.

It's safe to say that 1990 represented the absolute zenith of thrash metal greatness. All you have to do is thumb through everything released that year and you'll have irrefutable proof. Thrash was at its peak when SUICIDAL TENDENCIES unleashed their 5th studio album, LIGHTS…CAMERA…REVOLUTION! their first to feature “future Metallica bassist” Robert Trujillo and also their first album to be sonically dominated more so by pure thrash than their earlier punk based, crossover sound.  Even with all of the other epic albums released back in 1990, THIS one has the perfect guitar tone. With crystal clear cleans, precise crunch, brutal riffing, and face melting shreddery (not to mention Mike Muir's undeniable lyrical message), this is quite literally THE perfect thrash album, an unmatched, hall of fame, stone cold classic. It literally has “all the balls”. We were “a little more twanglified than normal” because “we kinda went hard last night”. It's time to discover some of the greatest “misheard lyrics” in metal and “chop out a line of Folgers” as we do our best to “bring smiles to faces” and lift others spirits during times of trouble. Get ready for some “tingling” (down there), grab yourself a to-go order of Ron's “Rib Lounge Riblets”, break out your “laserdisc” players and JOIN US as we dive into “the perfect thrash album” known as LIGHTS…CAMERA…REVOLUTION! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code METAL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182   Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts - Spotify or your favorite Podcast app Listen on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your Podcasts. Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - Twitter   Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast https://www.youtube.com/@metalnerderypodcast   SUICIDAL on the InterWebs:  https://suicidaltendenciesofficial.com/    Show Notes: (00:01): “Ohhh, geez…” / #wehadsomefun #flavorcrystals / “Who wants #MrBlack …”/ ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised ***/ ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** / “A little more #twanglified than normal…”/ “I'm so glad y'all came…”/ #DamageInc #MetallicaTributeBand / “They sounded just like ‘em…”/ “There we go…”/ “Turn the bass all the way down…”/ “No…it was…the other #Loverboy song…”/ “I'm sorry…”/ #nostalgia / “Don't need nothin' but a #blowjob …”/ “If you like #Metallica …”   (05:55): “These guys sent us product…”/ #Manscaped / #MacGyverBox (“That's where your balls are, too…”) / #WeedWacker / #justkidding #allegedly #designerpubes / “It's so much better…”/ #floorboard / “That's for your face…” / #Lawnmower / “You don't wanna get pubes everywhere…”/ “It's like a 10 year old down there…”/ “When I pulled it out of the box…it was charged up!”/ #YourBallsWillThankYou #Manscaped / “That's no way to treat your balls…”/ ***GO CHECK OUT MANSCAPED.COM AND USE THE PROMO CODE METAL FOR 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING!!!***/ #ballaftershave #balldeodorant / “Love your balls…”/ “It works for ALL the balls…”   (11:50): “It's been like 3 weeks…”/ #EdgarAllanPoe #PopUpSpeakEasy / “Foreplay?”/ “Sounds very color centric…”/ “Let me guess…was her name Raven?”/ “I feel like I still look kinda Asian from last night…”/ ***Check us out at #metalnerderypodcast on #Instagram and #Facebook and #YouTube and email us at metalnerdery@gmail.com or GIVE US A CALL AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL AT 980-666-8182!!!*** / #whoareyou #voicemailsegment #pissingpost / “If you guys could put a band back together, who would it be?” / “They have to be alive…”/ #CelebrationDay / #LedZeppelin (#ScottIan and #ACDC) / #StormtroopersOfDeath #SOD / “If S.O.D. would just tour…”/ “Speaking of that… #DOWN is recording…” / #onemore #BobFromOhio (“Puts things into perspective…”) / #uhhhkay / “Everytime I listen to you guys…I just forget about…everything.”/ #PlayMistyForMe    (21:15): “Do we got any #shittah ?” / #Daath (“They're from Georgia, aren't they?”) / ASCENSION / #HFS #badass / “It's very tight…”/ “all the good stuff…”/ #Onomatopoeia / “Is that one of his kids?”/ “Maybe it's nothing…I might have just made the whole thing up.” / #tangentionalality / “Some #Midol would be nice…and sometimes a little bit of validation…” / #RussellsReflectionsASMR #BrunchEdition / “I've never had scrambled eggs that were so perfect…” / #heartnightmare / #friedchickenboobie / #gravy / #bacon / “You had to get your vitamins…and vegetables…”   (27:03): #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  SUICIDAL TENDENCIES – LIGHTS…CAMERA…REVOLUTION! / “Everybody was talking about THIS, Cowboys From Hell, and Rust In Peace…”/ “This was a #HFS album…”/ “I don't know what it is about the cover…it's so that time…”/ “#SuicidalTendencies #ST lost their #Grammy to #Metallica that year…”/ #OneLoad / #wifebeater (“If you wear a full dress shirt…is that not a wife beater?”) / #differenttopic (“Things that are NOW offensive…”) / “Okay, well I'm out…”/ “Words are an action of war now…” / #wordsarefacefarts #wordsarewind / #softintro / #misheardlyrics #FightFireWithFire (“What does he say there?”) / “Who's Bart?” / #WeAllShallDie / “For a while, I thought he said JUICY…”/ YOU CAN'T BRING ME DOWN / #perfectcleanguitarsound #guitarshred “What the hell is going on around here!?” / “You wouldn't know what crazy was if Charles Manson was eating Fruit Loops on your front porch…”   (36:58): LOST AGAIN (“That tone…”) / “Yeah…the remix…I didn't know #ST was a progressive band…”/ “Kinda Slayerish…”/ #usethoseheadphones / “This NEXT song…this was my teen…song.”/ “I didn't do anal until I was in my 40's…”/ ALONE (“It's like a radio song…”) / “I feel like #Offspring used this riff somewhere…” / “They got a lotta hooks…” / “This might be my favorite album by them…” / LOVELY / “I love that tone, though…”/ GIVE IT REVOLUTION (“I really like the riffs on this one…”) / “Almost has that #IronMaiden feel…the riff.”/ “We'll bow down to no other one, except The Father and His Son, they can't deny what He's created…” / “You had to do that back in the day…you'd by the tape, and then you'd buy it on CD too…and then you'd buy it on #laserdisc …”/ “Fucking LASERDISCS!!!” / “Put some #flavorcrystals on it, it'll be fine…” / “they got black boogers…” / GET WHACKED (“I like it when Rocky George plays them nasty riffs…”) / “I like that riff…”/ “Very #JamesBrownish …”   (48:48): “The next song is the video…” / #televangelists (“I think this song was the birth of #InfectiousGrooves …” / SEND ME YOUR MONEY (“Now give me some bass…now let's have some silence…for all you sinners…now give me more bass…”) / #heyday (“What did they have before heyday?  Was it #wheatday or #barleyday ?”) / “Which emotion is that?” / EMOTION NO. 13 / “When I think of the #perfectthrashtone, that's it.” / “But it's not like #Staind …”/ “This next one goes back to old school Suicidal…” / DISCO'S OUT, MURDER'S IN (“Almost sounds like #Anthrax …or #SOD …”) / “We got one more…” / GO'N BREAKDOWN (NOTE:  sounds kinda like Ten Seconds to Love by #MotleyCrue ) / “Off the hook or off the chain?  Which is worse?” / #offthehook #offthechain / #TheRibLounge down off #COTLODBlvd (“We're gonna do some weed infused #RibLoungeRiblets …”) / “Has there ever been a barber that only does sacks?” / THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!!! / THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS!!! / AND THANK YOU TO #MANSCAPED!!! and be sure to go to manscaped.com and use #promocode METAL for 20% off AND FREE SHIPPING on your entire order!!! / “Don't put it back in my head…” / “There's this dude…” / “Your dad's gotta be 90…” / #untilthenext