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Today we're diving into the latest findings from the AXA Mind Health Report, with a special focus on what they mean for Irish workplaces. The report, drawing on the experiences of 17,000 participants across 16 countries, reveals that Ireland now ranks at the bottom of the EU for overall mental health-an alarming statistic, with nearly half of Irish adults reporting they are struggling or languishing. For HR managers and organisational leaders, the findings are particularly relevant too – so let's explore them! To take us through the findings and what this all means for you and your organisation, we're delighted to be joined by Nicole Paulie, Chartered Psychologist and Clinical Lead at laya healthcare's 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme.    In this episode we cover... 00:00 Understanding the AXA Mind Health Report 03:46 The Gap Between Employer Perception and Employee Reality 07:50 Impact of Mental Health on Workplace Performance 15:10 Trends in Mental Health and Future Outlook 19:54 Practical Steps for Organisations to Support Mental Health   Explore the findings and the full report at www.layahealthcare.ie/mind-health/   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we'd really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we're also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions

The ability to effectively manage and optimise data is key in an organisation today. But with the sheer volume and complexity of enterprise data, traditional methods are struggling to keep up with the change. This is where the agentic AI approach has swooped in to transform how organisations handle their most valuable resource. "The promise of AI and agentic AI is that we're now building very meaningful automation into the platform such that these teams of 10 are now able to basically actually capture all of the metadata about all of the data cataloged across their entire company," stated Corey Keyser, the head of artificial intelligence (AI) at Ataccama.In this episode of the Tech Transformed podcast, Shubhangi Dua, a B2B tech journalist and Podcast host at EM360Tech speaks with Keyser from Ataccama, about agentic AI, data quality, and data governance. They explore how intelligent automation is shaping enterprise data management, the role of AI in improving data quality, and the importance of trust in AI systems. Additionally, Keyser shares significant insights on Ataccama's unique approach to data governance, practical applications of their AI agent, and how they are keeping pace with the constantly changing AI regulations. While the speed and efficiency of AI are undeniable, the question of trust remains. Keyser addressed this directly: "The short answer is you can never fully trust these automations, right? “That's why it's really critical to always have data stewards that we will serve. We will always have data engineers that we will serve. We're just looking to improve their productivity. We always assume that there will be humans in the loop who are verifying the tasks orchestrated by AI agents."Ataccama's One AI Agent exemplifies the practical application of these principles. Keyser added that the AI agent can go and create data quality rules in bulk. “Go through the evaluation and testing of those quality rules in bulk, and then also assign the rules in bulk. Something that would take potentially weeks, can now actually kind of take hours depending on the person."TakeawaysAgentic AI is about dynamic planning and semi-autonomous task execution.Data governance involves cataloging and managing organisational data.Data quality assessment is crucial for ensuring high trust in data.AI can significantly speed up the creation of data quality rules.Human oversight is essential in AI-driven automation processes.Atacama's AI agent improves productivity for data management teams.Regulatory compliance is a growing concern for AI applications.User experience is key to successful AI integration in organisations.The relationship between data and AI is symbiotic and essential.Organisations must adapt to evolving AI regulations and standards.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Agentic AI and Data Governance02:41 Understanding Data Quality

Mehrere Minister der neuen schwarz-roten Regierung haben von der Wirtschaft in die Politik gewechselt. Statt eines Unternehmens werden Katharina Reiche, Karsten Wildberger, Wolfram Weimer oder Verena Hubertz jetzt jeweils ein Ministerium leiten. Kann das gutgehen? Sind Manager*innen ein „Glücksgriff“ für die neue Regierung, weil sie frischen Wind bringen und die geforderte „Wirtschaftswende“ mit Experten aus der Praxis leichter gelingen kann? Oder drohen Interessenskonflikte, wie der Verein Lobbbycontrol fürchtet? Und wie kommt ein politischer Neuling wie der Ex-Ceconomy-Chef Wildberger im politischen Alltag zurecht? Geli Hensolt diskutiert mit Dirk Baecker – Seniorprofessur für Organisations- und Gesellschaftstheorie, Zeppelin Universität; Anja Krüger – Parlamentskorrespondentin für Wirtschaft und Umwelt, taz; Julia Löhr – Wirtschaftskorrespondentin, FAZ

À la Une de la presse ce jeudi 15 mai, les projets d'atteinte à la presse indépendante dans la Hongrie de Viktor Orban, l'audition de François Bayrou devant la Commission d'enquête parlementaire sur le scandale Bétharram passée au crible, "l'inconfortable cohabitation" à la tête du Rassemblement national, et enfin, une étude très sérieuse sur la transformation des pieds des poupées Barbie depuis les années 1960, preuve de l'évolution de la société. 

The commitments that public organisations are subject to under treaty settlements are being treated like transactions, not relationships, says Auditor-General John Ryan, who briefed the Māori Affairs Committee on the issue this week. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Wie entsteht echte Verbindung in großen Organisationen? Christoph Drebes zeigt, wie professionelle Blind Dates helfen, Silos abzubauen, Vertrauen zu schaffen und die Unternehmenskultur nachhaltig zu verändern.Sein Ansatz:

What happens when access to advanced AI models is no longer the real differentiator, and the true advantage lies in how businesses leverage their own data? At the AWS Summit in London, I sat down with Rahul Pathak, Vice President of Data and AI Go-to-Market at AWS, to unpack this question and explore how organisations are moving beyond experimentation and into large-scale generative AI adoption. Recorded live on the show floor, this conversation explores how AWS is supporting customers at every layer of their AI journey. From custom silicon innovations like Trainium and Inferentia to scalable services like Bedrock, Q Developer, and SageMaker, AWS is giving businesses the infrastructure, tools, and flexibility to innovate with confidence. Rahul shared how leading organisations such as BT Group, SAP, and Lonely Planet are already applying these tools to reduce costs, speed up development cycles, and deliver tailored experiences that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. A key theme that emerged in our discussion is that data, not just models, is the true foundation of effective AI. Rahul explained why unifying data across silos is critical and how AWS is helping companies create more intelligent applications by connecting what they uniquely know about their business to powerful AI capabilities. We also addressed the operational realities of AI deployment. From moving proof-of-concept projects into production to meeting the growing demand for responsible AI, the challenges are shifting. Organisations are now focused on trust, security, transparency, and measurable value. If you're leading digital transformation and wondering how to scale AI solutions that deliver on business outcomes, this episode provides practical insight from someone at the center of the industry. How will your business stand out in a world where every company has access to AI models, but only a few know how to apply them with purpose?

Les militaires au pouvoir au Mali a annoncé la dissolution "des partis politiques et des organisations à caractère politique" dans un décret présidentiel lu à la télévision nationale, une décision redoutée depuis plusieurs semaines par les partis d'opposition. Kadida Fofana, ancienne conseillère municipale et militante est notre invitée.

Cybersecurity doesn’t have to read like a manual. On Industry Insight, we unpack real insights from Cisco’s 2025 Cybersecurity Readiness Index with Koo Juan Huat, Director of Cybersecurity for Cisco ASEAN. Discover why only 8% of Southeast Asian organisations measure up—and what practical steps the rest can take across five key areas: Identity, Machine, Network, Cloud, and AI. The Afternoon Update's Lynlee Foo also finds out how AI is reshaping both attacks and defenses, and the strategies for working within tight budgets and talent gaps. Tune in for straightforward guidance that makes cybersecurity both understandable and actionable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why would someone want a 3D digital twin? This week Technology Now dives into the topic of digital twins, what they are and why they're used. What are the challenges faced when trying to build and use a SD digital twin, and what are the benefits these twins bring to companies which use them? Sebastian Schwarz, General Manager at NetAllied, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.Sources:Today I Learned:James Fong et al., Novel color via stimulation of individual photoreceptors at population scale.Sci. Adv.11,eadu1052(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adu1052 https://www.cis.rit.edu/people/faculty/montag/vandplite/pages/chap_9/ch9p1.html#:~:text=Rods%20are%20responsible%20for%20vision,responsible%20for%20high%20spatial%20acuity.This Week In History:https://www.postalmuseum.org/collections/highlights/the-first-ever-stamp-the-penny-black/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48844278

Why would someone want a 3D digital twin? This week Technology Now dives into the topic of digital twins, what they are and why they're used. What are the challenges faced when trying to build and use a SD digital twin, and what are the benefits these twins bring to companies which use them? Sebastian Schwarz, General Manager at NetAllied, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.Sources:Today I Learned:James Fong et al., Novel color via stimulation of individual photoreceptors at population scale.Sci. Adv.11,eadu1052(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adu1052 https://www.cis.rit.edu/people/faculty/montag/vandplite/pages/chap_9/ch9p1.html#:~:text=Rods%20are%20responsible%20for%20vision,responsible%20for%20high%20spatial%20acuity.This Week In History:https://www.postalmuseum.org/collections/highlights/the-first-ever-stamp-the-penny-black/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48844278

Why would someone want a 3D digital twin? This week Technology Now dives into the topic of digital twins, what they are and why they're used. What are the challenges faced when trying to build and use a SD digital twin, and what are the benefits these twins bring to companies which use them? Sebastian Schwarz, General Manager at NetAllied, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.Sources:Today I Learned:James Fong et al., Novel color via stimulation of individual photoreceptors at population scale.Sci. Adv.11,eadu1052(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adu1052 https://www.cis.rit.edu/people/faculty/montag/vandplite/pages/chap_9/ch9p1.html#:~:text=Rods%20are%20responsible%20for%20vision,responsible%20for%20high%20spatial%20acuity.This Week In History:https://www.postalmuseum.org/collections/highlights/the-first-ever-stamp-the-penny-black/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48844278

  On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Louise Southam of Beyond Belief Couching shares her journey from a successful career in recruitment to becoming a leadership and business coach.  She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to pursue her passion for coaching, the challenges she faced as a single mother and the personal growth she experienced during her journey.  Louise emphasises the importance of resilience, manifestation and the power of positive thinking, as well as practical tools like journaling to facilitate self-discovery and empowerment.  Her story is one of courage, determination, and the belief that we can shape our own destinies.   This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…   Transitioning from recruitment to coaching. Balancing motherhood and career aspirations. Taking leaps of faith. How personal challenges can shape resilience and determination. The importance of manifestation in creating a desired life. Journaling. Overcoming fears of public speaking. The importance of networking and asking for help. Balancing masculine and feminine energies in leadership. Values in organisations. One-on-one coaching. Creating a supportive work environment.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:07 From Recruitment to Coaching 06:07 Motherhood and Career Aspirations 08:49 The Leap of Faith 11:59 Divorce and Self-Discovery 15:11 Manifestation and the Power of Positive Thinking 18:05 Journaling 21:05 Finding Confidence Through Public Speaking 24:01 Building a Coaching Business 26:17 The Power of Helping Others 28:50 Leadership Challenges 30:36 Heart-Centered Leadership and Generational Shifts 32:08 Creating a Supportive Work Environment 35:51 Masculine and Feminine Energy in Leadership 36:43 The Importance of Values in Organisations 40:45 One-on-One Coaching 45:54 Personal Growth and Inner Happiness 49:19 Quickfire Questions  

Neil Smyth (LinkedIn) founder of Alkemio and I spoke about collective action problems, agency and ownership. Neil is a veteran in the steward ownership space and is also active building the platform Alkemio towards collective action . We speak of the simple but profound transformations that hold the possibility to upend the world we live in. Neil speaks of the start up as a tool for effecting change, we speak of agency as a coordination problem, the principles for how to coordinate and what happens when we center around a problem, not an organisation. Here's the link to Alkemios legal structure. Enjoy!

Tourism organisations from across the North Island are teaming up to shine a light on its tourism offerings. Fifteen operators including Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Rotorua NZ and Northland Inc have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. It aims to generate interest from key tourism markets particularly Australia, North America and China. Northland Inc Head of Destination Tania Burt told Ryan Bridge tourists fly into Auckland and then head straight to the South Island. She says only 20-30% of their region's visitors are international, hence the need to work together. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 What's the current state of the cybersecurity world? This week, Technology Now explores the biggest threats we currently face, the way companies and businesses are securing themselves, and the future of cybersecurity. Our reporter, Jaye Tillson, is at the RSA Conference in San Francisco where he is joined by Jon Green, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Security Officer at HPE Networking, John Spiegel, CTO of Security and HPE Distinguished Technologist, and Gram Ludlow, a Security Product Line Manager at HPE, to tell us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.About our contributorsJaye Tillson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaye-tillson/Jon Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongreen4John Spiegel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-spiegel-2011543/Gram Ludlow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gramludlow/Sources:Statista report: https://www.statista.com/statistics/305027/revenue-global-security-technology-and-services-market/RSA Conference: https://www.rsaconference.com/about/Today I Learned: Stretchable batteries Mohsen Mohammadi et al., Make it flow from solid to liquid: Redox-active electrofluids for intrinsically stretchable batteries.Sci. Adv.11,eadr9010(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adr9010This week in history: https://www.pbs.org/transistor/background1/events/icinv.html https://www.americanscientist.org/article/intel-insider3 

 What's the current state of the cybersecurity world? This week, Technology Now explores the biggest threats we currently face, the way companies and businesses are securing themselves, and the future of cybersecurity. Our reporter, Jaye Tillson, is at the RSA Conference in San Francisco where he is joined by Jon Green, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Security Officer at HPE Networking, John Spiegel, CTO of Security and HPE Distinguished Technologist, and Gram Ludlow, a Security Product Line Manager at HPE, to tell us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.About our contributorsJaye Tillson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaye-tillson/Jon Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongreen4John Spiegel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-spiegel-2011543/Gram Ludlow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gramludlow/Sources:Statista report: https://www.statista.com/statistics/305027/revenue-global-security-technology-and-services-market/RSA Conference: https://www.rsaconference.com/about/Today I Learned: Stretchable batteries Mohsen Mohammadi et al., Make it flow from solid to liquid: Redox-active electrofluids for intrinsically stretchable batteries.Sci. Adv.11,eadr9010(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adr9010This week in history: https://www.pbs.org/transistor/background1/events/icinv.html https://www.americanscientist.org/article/intel-insider3 

 What's the current state of the cybersecurity world? This week, Technology Now explores the biggest threats we currently face, the way companies and businesses are securing themselves, and the future of cybersecurity. Our reporter, Jaye Tillson, is at the RSA Conference in San Francisco where he is joined by Jon Green, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Security Officer at HPE Networking, John Spiegel, CTO of Security and HPE Distinguished Technologist, and Gram Ludlow, a Security Product Line Manager at HPE, to tell us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what can be learnt from it.About our contributorsJaye Tillson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaye-tillson/Jon Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongreen4John Spiegel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-spiegel-2011543/Gram Ludlow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gramludlow/Sources:Statista report: https://www.statista.com/statistics/305027/revenue-global-security-technology-and-services-market/RSA Conference: https://www.rsaconference.com/about/Today I Learned: Stretchable batteries Mohsen Mohammadi et al., Make it flow from solid to liquid: Redox-active electrofluids for intrinsically stretchable batteries.Sci. Adv.11,eadr9010(2025).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adr9010This week in history: https://www.pbs.org/transistor/background1/events/icinv.html https://www.americanscientist.org/article/intel-insider3 

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Logicalis, a global technology service provider, reveals new findings from its 2025 Global CIO Report. The research found that over half (51%) of CIOs think they still lack access to cybersecurity solutions that fully fit their business needs. The report - entitled 'Return on Innovation' and based on a survey of 1,000 CIOs across the globe, including Ireland - found that only 58% are fully confident in their ability to identify potential security gaps. A similar proportion (56%) say their security patch system is too complex to manage. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the overwhelming majority of organisations (96%) acknowledge the need for improvements in their security coverage, with 45% requiring significant upgrades. Whilst further improvements and investments are needed, half of respondents admitted that their company has over-invested in security solutions they do not need. Furthermore, 58% of CIOs believe their current security investments fully meet their organisation's needs. Worryingly, the research found that the frequency of cybersecurity attacks is on the rise as more than three quarters (78%) of organisations reported that the volume of cybersecurity breaches has either remained consistent or increased. Some 88% revealed that they had endured a cybersecurity incident in the last 12 months, with malware and ransomware attacks accounting for 42% of these breaches. Meanwhile, 43% of organisations have endured multiple breaches over the past year. Mairead Malone, Country Leader for Ireland, Logicalis UK&I, said: "Organisations face a concerning paradox in cybersecurity investment - they clearly need to invest but, more importantly, they need to identify solutions that adequatelymeet their needs and effectively protect their operations. "While it's clear that threats are mounting, questions are being raised about the effectiveness of security spending and implementation. The fact that the majority of organisations have recently experienced a cybersecurity incident, with some enduring multiple breaches, is alarming. The businesses which fail to address these issues will only leave themselves - and potentially their customers - vulnerable." To help customers in Ireland address such issues, Logicalis will be hosting a roundtable event at The Shelbourne in Dublin on 29th May 2025 to delve into the trends highlighted in the 2025 Global CIO Report. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

In dieser Folge der Case-Klinik widmen sich Armin und Thomas einem drastischen Beispiel aus der Praxis: Eine Organisation beauftragt eine neue Führungskraft mit dem nebulösen Auftrag „aufzuräumen“. Was folgt, ist eine Entwicklung voller Konflikte, Angst, Vertrauensverlust und schmerzlicher Verluste – bis hin zur medialen Eskalation.

EHS International, a leading Irish provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) solutions, has partnered with EHA Soft Solutions to adopt its mai platform that helps organisations move all their health, safety, and compliance tasks online - making them faster, clearer, and easier to manage. Replacing outdated, manual tracking systems with real-time oversight and mobile-first workflows, EHA Soft's mai platform helps centralise, digitise, and automate key compliance processes - from contractor oversight to audits, risk assessments, incident management, training, and chemical safety. By digitising these functions, organisations can stay aligned with ISO and regulatory standards, reduce risk, and eliminate paperwork. Headquartered in Cork, with offices in Dublin, Belfast, and London, EHS International was founded by Chris Mee in 2023. The company supports clients across Ireland and the UK with a full spectrum of consultancy, training, and fire safety services. On the new partnership, Chris Mee, Founder and CEO of EHS International, said: "Organisations today face growing pressure to show strong governance and control over risk. Through this partnership, we're delivering a digital-first solution that pairs proven software with real-world safety expertise, giving clients the clarity, control, and confidence they need. And it's just the first of several innovations we'll unveil this year." Developed over 25 years in Cork by EHA Soft Solutions, the mai platform is already used by global leaders to streamline compliance and reduce risk - and now serves as the technology engine behind EHS International's new digital offering. Dr Dan Gallagher, Founder and Managing Director of EHA Soft Solutions, added: "We're proud to partner with EHS International to address today's most urgent EHS challenges. The mai platform guides users through every stage of compliance - from onboarding and document control to risk tracking and real-time dashboards. With tools like online inductions, electronic permits, mobile inspections, and performance reporting, our system helps clients build safer workplaces and reduce administrative burden across their teams and supply chains." This launch coincides with the World Day for Safety and Health at Work (28 April), which this year highlights the impact of digitalisation on occupational safety systems. EHS International's new partnership directly responds to this trend, offering a scalable, future-ready solution for industries ranging from life sciences and manufacturing to construction, energy, and the public sector. For more, see ehsinternational.com See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

CeADAR, Ireland's Centre for AI, will visit Kerry next month to host an information and networking event for companies and public sector organisations aiming to transform their operations with Artificial Intelligence. The technology hub is offering the free event as part of its EDIH for AI Programme, an initiative to provide data science expertise and resources to support start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and public sector organisations, as they seek to digitalise their operations in pursuit of greater productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability. The event will take place at the RDI Hub in Killorglin, Co. Kerry, on Thursday, May 1, from 1pm until 2pm. Attendees will hear how organisations can access CeADAR's fully funded EDIH for AI services, including digital maturity assessments and advisory services, specialist training and upskilling, and prototype development and testing. Speakers will outline a range of case studies across sectors that illustrate outcomes from past collaborations, while the event will also provide an opportunity for attendees to meet with CeADAR's data science team to discuss their specific business needs and understand how AI can be used to respond to those challenges. The EDIH is a €700m European initiative comprising more than 150 tech hubs across 30 countries. CeADAR's selection as the EDIH for AI in Ireland came with an initial funding boost of €6 million over three years. The award is jointly supported by the EU and the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland. CeADAR CEO John Lonsdale will be attending the event along with EDIH Programme Manager Laura Plunkett and other EDIH staff. EDIH Programme Manager Laura Plunkett says: "We're delighted to collaborate with the RDI Hub in Killorglin on this event, and look forward to hosting start-ups, SMEs and PSOs for an afternoon of information sharing and networking. Events such as this are vital to our mission, to empower Irish organisations to explore and experiment with AI and drive digital transformation in Ireland." CeADAR CEO John Lonsdale says: "EDIH for AI events such as this hosted at the RDI Hub on May 1 provide Irish enterprise and public sector workers with the information and contacts necessary to transform their operations. While innovations in technology are making domestic and international business more competitive than ever before, they also provide significant opportunities for start-ups and SMEs to scale quickly, and for public sector organisations to streamline their processes to maximise their efficiency. CeADAR is delighted to be playing a central role in this mission, and we look forward to hosting more EDIH for AI events in the future." RDI Hub CEO Liam Cronin says: "We are proud to welcome CeADAR to the RDI Hub on Thursday May 1 and we are looking forward to the insights and case studies on how AI can enhance performance, strategy, and engagement. The RDI Hub has a strong connection with AI, fostering a collaborative environment where entrepreneurs and innovators can harness cutting-edge technology to drive progress in various sectors. Our mission is to position the South West of Ireland as a global leader in technology and innovation, and the collaboration with CeADAR is testament to that vision." See more stories here.

"If AI has proven anything, it will change pretty rapidly. Understanding its limitations and not asking too much of it is significant. What's successful is prototyping tools," said Rob Whiteley, CEO of Coder. "Such tools where AI can create an application, while not the world's most graceful code but will get you to working prototype pretty quickly. That would probably take me days or weeks of research as a developer, but now I have a working prototype so I can socialise it."In this episode of the Tech Transformed podcast, Dana Gardner, a thought leader, speaks with Rob Whiteley, CEO of Coder, about the transformative impact of agentic AI on software development. They discuss how AI is changing the roles of developers, the cultural shifts required in development teams, and the integration of AI agents in cloud development environments.Agentic AI is seemingly set up for favourable outcomes. Or is it? Agentic AI is believed to shake-up enterprise IT, offering a productivity boost similar to the iPhone's impact. This isn't about replacing developers but amplifying their output tenfold. It aims to allow the implementation of rapidly created solutions and iteration that has been unimaginable in the past. This shift requires valuing "soft skills" like communication and collaboration over pure coding proficiency, as developers guide AI "pair programmers."The synergy of AI agents, human intellect, and Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) is key. CDEs provide secure, governed, and scalable platforms for this collaboration, allowing developers to focus on business logic and innovation while AI handles the coding groundwork. This requires a move from rigid "gates" in development processes to flexible "guardrails" within CDEs. Such a move fosters innovation with built-in control and security.Flexibility and choice are vital in this constantly advancing AI space. CDEs enable organisations to select the best AI agents for specific tasks, avoiding vendor lock-in by expressing the development environment as code. This leads to practical applications like faster prototyping, enhanced code development, and automated testing, significantly boosting code output. Furthermore, agentic AI democratises development, empowering non-engineers to build solutions.Preparing for this future requires proactive experimentation through AI labs, engaging early adopters, and viewing AI as an augmentation of human skills. Watch the podcast for more insights on CDEs and the impact of AI agents on enterprise cloud development. TakeawaysAgentic AI is a transformative technology for software development.The role of developers is shifting from hard skills to soft skills.AI agents can significantly increase productivity in coding tasks.Organizations need to rethink their development strategies to integrate AI.Cloud development environments are essential for safely using AI agents.Choosing the right AI agent is crucial for effective development.Security and governance are critical when integrating AI into development.AI can empower non-developers to create applications.Guardrails are more effective than gates in managing AI development.Organisations should experiment with AI to find the best fit for their needs.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Agentic AI and Developer Roles03:20 Transformative Impact of AI on Development06:50 Cultural Shifts in Development Teams10:30 Integrating AI Agents in Cloud Development Environments12:49 Choosing the Right AI Agents15:21 Security and Governance in AI...

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The workplace is undergoing a seismic shift. Forget quiet quitting - employees are now making bold, dramatic exits in what's being dubbed "revenge quitting." This phenomenon sees talented individuals walking away from organisations due to unfulfilled promises, toxic cultures, and a lack of recognition. And they're not just slipping away quietly - they're making sure their departure is noticed. So, what's behind this trend? According to experts at Hogan Assessments, the key lies in understanding the deeper disconnect between employees and their workplaces. "Revenge quitting isn't just about frustration over daily tasks - it's a breakdown in communication and a failure to align employee aspirations with company culture," explains Dr. Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan Assessments and Co-Host at The Science of Personality podcast. "The good news? It's preventable." Companies that successfully retain their top talent have one thing in common: they take a proactive approach to employee engagement. Rather than scrambling for short-term fixes, they address core issues before employees feel the need to make a statement with their resignations. Here are three solid strategies to prevent revenge quitting and keep employees committed: 1. Move Beyond Perks - Understand What Employees Really Want Today's workforce expects more than just pay raises, free coffee, or pizza Friday. Remote work flexibility, work-life balance, growth opportunities, and employee wellbeing are no longer perks - they're non-negotiables. In this regard, over a third (35%) of European employees believe there are insufficient opportunities for promotion or progression within their organisation to reach their career goals. When these expectations aren't met, employees don't just disengage; they make high-impact exits that disrupt teams and shake up workplace dynamics. "To stay ahead, organisations must adopt transparent policies, offer genuine flexibility, and establish open feedback channels," analysed Dr. Ryne Sherman. "Companies that listen and adapt to evolving employee needs will not only boost retention but also strengthen their employer brand." 2. Leadership Can Make or Break Retention Poor leadership is a fast track to revenge quitting. Toxic or absentee management styles drain morale, increase burnout, and drive talent away. Employees who feel unsupported or undervalued by their managers are significantly more likely to leave - and they'll make their dissatisfaction known. In fact, a recent Gallup report highlights that managers are the linchpins of engagement, with 70% of team engagement attributed to the manager. On the flip side, teams led by calm, organised, and empathetic managers report three times higher engagement. Investing in leadership development isn't just beneficial - it's essential. Organisations must equip leaders with the skills to support, motivate, and retain their teams effectively. 3. Develop The Ultimate Antidote: Psychological Safety To grasp the scale of the current shifts in the workplace, it's worth noting that 40% of workers globally say they may leave their jobs in the near future (source: WEF). So, what is the strongest defence against revenge quitting? Fostering psychological safety. When employees feel secure enough to express concerns, take risks, and be their authentic selves without fear of negative repercussions, engagement soars. Companies that cultivate an environment of trust, inclusion, and mutual respect see tangible benefits: improved innovation, higher productivity, and, most importantly, greater talent retention. "Creating psychological safety isn't just an HR initiative - it's a business imperative," said Dr. Ryne Sherman. The Future of Talent Retention The workplace is evolving, and companies that fail to adapt risk losing their most valuable asset: their people. The most successful organisations will be those that embrace authentic leadership, meaningful engagement, and a culture of trust. "Hogan Asses...

Adare, a leading provider of HR and Employment Law support services, has released the findings from its latest HR Barometer Report (9.1), underscoring absenteeism as a critical indicator of overall workplace health and performance. This comes at a time when hybrid work, economic pressures, and escalating employee stress levels are heightening the challenges for organisations. The comprehensive biannual HR Barometer Report offers deep insights into the trends, challenges, and priorities that are shaping the Human Resources landscape across Irish organisations in 2025. It highlights that while organisations are increasingly focusing on employee wellbeing, the anticipated absence rate for 2025 is forecasted to rise to an average of 8.5%. This figure has significant implications for productivity and operational costs. While 79% of organisations have an Employee Assistance Programme as part of health & wellbeing initiatives, only 8% are currently measuring performance as a direct output of wellbeing initiatives, revealing a disconnect between intention and measurable impact. Sarah Fagan, Managing Director at Adare, commented, "While our HR Barometer highlights several areas of concern, the findings around absence management point to a particularly troubling trend. Absenteeism is not simply a standalone issue - it's a key indicator of broader organisational health. Organisations are forecasting a significant average absence rate of 8.5% for 2025. "What deepens the concern is that despite an acknowledged focus on employee health and wellbeing, a mere 8% of organisations currently measure performance as a direct output of these crucial initiatives. As absence rates rise, so too do costs, inefficiencies, and the strain on team performance. Organisations must adopt a more data-driven and integrated approach to managing absence, with a focus on building sustainable performance and long-term resilience." The report also sheds light on the increasing pressures faced by employees - from rising workload demands to heightened stress and anxiety. These factors contribute to burnout and long-term health risks. Additionally, while hybrid working has become the norm, 1 in 2 organisations report challenges in maintaining employee engagement under this model. Other key findings from the HR Barometer 9.1 include: Health, Wellbeing & Absence: Organisations anticipate an average absence rate of 8.5% in 2025. While the focus on employee health and wellbeing is growing, only 8% currently measure performance as a direct output of related initiatives, indicating a potential gap between focus and measurable outcomes. HR Priorities Shift: Talent Retention emerges as the top HR priority for 2025, cited by 43% of organisations, with Employee Engagement and Experience remaining crucial at 40%. Talent Turnover and Costs: Medium-sized businesses reported an average turnover rate of 14.3% in 2024, with the average cost of replacing an employee estimated at €10,125. Rising Conflict Levels: 44% of organisations reported an increase in time spent on managing workplace conflicts. Senior management, on average, spends 29.9 days per year dealing with employee relations issues. Compensation Trends: 72% of organisations plan to increase salaries in 2025, with 21% considering changes to their pay models in response to market pressures and the sustainability of existing pay frameworks. Hybrid Working Practices: Hybrid work continues to be the norm, with employees working an average of 2.6 days in the office. However, 50% of organisations report challenges in maintaining employee engagement with this model. The Adare HR Barometer advocates for a more strategic, data-led approach to absence management, which is integrated within a broader commitment to creating a healthy, high-performing workplace. Through its Healthy Place to Work offering, Adare supports organisations in aligning wellbeing initiatives with measurable outcomes, driving sustainable performance and fosteri...

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine meets Areiel Wolanow, the managing director of Finserv Experts, who discusses his journey from IBM to founding FinServ Experts, emphasising the importance of focusing on business models enabled by technology rather than the technology itself. Areiel delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence, responsible AI practices, and the implications of quantum computing for data security, highlighting the need for organisations to adapt their approaches to digital transformation, advocating for a migration strategy over traditional transformation methods KEY TAKEAWAYS Emerging tech should be leveraged to create new business models rather than just re-engineering existing ones. Understanding the business implications of technology is crucial for delivering value. When harnessing artificial intelligence, it's essential to identify the real underlying problems within an organisation, assess its maturity, and build self-awareness before applying maturity models and gap analyses. The EU AI Act serves as a comprehensive guideline for responsible AI use, offering risk categories and controls that can benefit companies outside the EU by providing a framework for ethical AI practices without the burden of compliance. Organisations should prepare for the future of quantum computing by ensuring their data is protected against potential vulnerabilities. This involves adopting quantum-resilient algorithms and planning for the transition well in advance. Leaders should place significant responsibility on younger team members who are more familiar with emerging technologies. Providing them with autonomy and support can lead to innovative solutions and successful business outcomes. BEST MOMENTS 'We focus not on the technology itself, but on the business models the tech enables.' 'The first thing you have to do... is to say, OK, is the proximate cause the real problem?' 'The best AI regulations out there is the EU AI Act... it actually benefits AI companies outside the EU more than it benefits within.' 'Digital transformations have two things in common. One is they're expensive, and two is they always fail.' ABOUT THE GUEST Areiel Wolanow is the managing director of Finserv Experts. He is an experienced business leader with over 25 years of experience in business transformation solutioning, sales, and execution. He served as one of IBM’s key thought leaders in blockchain, machine learning, and financial inclusion. Areiel has deep experience leading large, globally distributed teams; he has led programs of over 100 people through the full delivery life cycle, and has managed budgets in the tens of millions of dollars. In addition to his delivery experience, Areiel also serves as a senior advisor on blockchain, machine learning, and technology adoption; he has worked with central banks and financial regulators around the world, and is currently serving as the insurance industry advisor for the UK Parliament’s working group on blockchain. LinkedIn ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Email Website

In 2025, workplace inclusion remains a key issue for the UK labour market. In summer 2024, the ONS reported the highest number of economically inactive people since 2012. While this label includes students and the retired, it more worryingly includes those who are unable to access the labour market due to either ill health or accessibility issues. As the working population across the Global North declines, access to employment opportunity is a social and economic issue. But too many modern workplaces are too slow redesign their hiring and employment processes to maximise inclusivity. In this episode, Dom, Jen and Cat chat with Ryan Curtis-Johnson from the Valuable500. He explains why inclusion is such a critical issue, not least when neurodivergence is on the rise. This conversation explores the opportunity for internal communication to create work cultures that boost diversity for enhanced organisational resilience.   Takeaways Inclusion is essential for a better society. The Valuable 500 aims to end disability exclusion. Businesses must navigate the fear of discussing disability. What's good for business is good for society. Inclusion should be embedded in all business practices. Neurodivergent individuals can bring unique strengths to the workplace. Organisations need to be flexible and inclusive in their policies. Diversity in problem-solving leads to better outcomes. Internal communication plays a crucial role in promoting inclusion. Sharing resources and knowledge fosters collaboration in inclusion efforts. Sharing best practices fosters inclusivity and learning. Disability should be embraced, not feared. Inclusion must be inherent in organisational behavior. Internal communicators play a vital role in promoting accessibility. Training on accessibility is essential for all employees. Care in communication can address societal challenges. Celebrating diversity can change negative perceptions. All employees should be allies for inclusivity. Inclusivity is a long journey that requires commitment. +++++ Find Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-curtis-johnson-b2233330/ The Valuable 500: https://www.thevaluable500.com/

"So you want trusted data, but you want it now? Building this trust really starts with transparency and collaboration. It's not just technology. It's about creating a single governed view of data that is consistent no matter who accesses it, " says Errol Rodericks, Director of Product Marketing at Denodo.In this episode of the 'Don't Panic, It's Just Data' podcast, Shawn Rogers, CEO at BARC US, speaks with Errol Rodericks from Denodo. They explore the crucial link between trusted data and successful AI initiatives. They discuss key factors such as data orchestration, governance, and cost management within complex cloud environments. We've all heard the horror stories – AI projects that fail spectacularly, delivering biased or inaccurate results. But what's the root cause of these failures? More often than not, it's a lack of focus on the data itself. Rodericks emphasises that "AI is only as good as the data it's trained on." This episode explores how organisations can avoid the "garbage in, garbage out" scenario by prioritising data quality, lineage, and responsible AI practices. Learn how to avoid AI failures and discover strategies for building an AI-ready data foundation that ensures trusted, reliable outcomes. Key topics include overcoming data bias, ETL processes, and improving data sharing practices.TakeawaysBad data leads to bad AI outputs.Trust in data is essential for effective AI.Organisations must prioritise data quality and orchestration.Transparency and collaboration are key to building trust in data.Compliance is a responsibility for the entire organisation, not just IT.Agility in accessing data is crucial for AI success.Chapters00:00 The Importance of Data Quality in AI02:57 Building Trust in Data Ecosystems06:11 Navigating Complex Data Landscapes09:11 Top-Down Pressure for AI Strategy11:49 Responsible AI and Data Governance15:08 Challenges in Personalisation and Compliance17:47 The Role of Speed in Data Utilisation20:47 Advice for CFOs on AI InvestmentsAbout DenodoDenodo is a leader in data management. The award-winning Denodo Platform is the leading logical data management platform for transforming data into trustworthy insights and outcomes for all data-related initiatives across the enterprise, including AI and self-service. Denodo's customers in all industries all over the world have delivered trusted AI-ready and business-ready data in a third of the time and with 10x better performance than with lakehouses and other mainstream data platforms alone.

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Auxilion, the leading Irish IT managed services provider, and partner HPE have announced the results of a survey which found that 65% of financial services organisations have experienced a cybersecurity breach in the last year. This was higher among SMBs (67%) than larger companies (61%). The study - conducted by Censuswide and involving 200 senior managers working in financial services - revealed that almost a third (31%) are not confident of their organisation's ability to prevent a data breach over the next 12 months. This fear was felt more so among those in larger firms, with 35% not confident about same. In terms of the biggest security concerns for the next year, trust in AI came out top (47%). This was followed by ransomware (45%), data mismanagement (44%), dark web access (42%), and data loss (41%). Furthermore, some 40% are concerned about deepfake content. Whilst respondents who work remotely are most worried about AI trust, data loss and malware (55% respectively), those who work in the office are most concerned about malicious insiders (44%). On the topic of AI, 90% of organisations are currently using it and some 84% of senior managers use it to do their job. As for specific uses, over three quarters (76%) are using AI technologies to review/manage data and 66% of organisations use AI chatbots. The top benefits of AI were cited as more effective use of data (46%), supporting sustainability targets (44%), better cybersecurity (44%), increased profit (43%), and boosted operational efficiency (43%). Despite this and the fact that 67% have increased budget allocation for AI in 2025, some 30% of respondents do not feel adequately trained to make the most of such emerging technologies. A similar proportion (31%) admitted they are unable to process all their data (including dark data) created by systems, devices and customers interactions. Interestingly, 31% do not disclose to colleagues, partners or clients when AI has been used in process or project. Yet, twice as many (62%) expect or require colleagues, partners or clients to disclose same. Perhaps unsurprisingly given the current usage of and planned investment in same, it appears that many respondents believe AI is here to stay. In fact, more than a quarter (29%) do not think there will be any workplaces not using AI in five years' time. Martin Patterson, Head of Innovation, Auxilion, said: "Technology has profoundly changed the world of finance. Nowadays, people want increased digitalisation, better functionality, greater accessibility and more agility when it comes to these services. From contactless commerce to bot-enabled banking, financial services firms must embrace technology, including AI, to enhance and empower customer experiences. Of course, this cannot come at the price of security. "The challenge therefore becomes turning the wow factor of AI into practical and secure application. Organisations must not only innovate but safeguard. Getting this right is the difference between coasting and competing, operating and optimising, ticking along and thriving. By creating the right IT infrastructure with services which modernise and solutions which protect, organisations can meet customer expectations while building resilience and driving growth." See more stories here.

The Legally Speaking Podcast has visited one of the world's most exciting legal hubs: Dubai. But we're not just visiting — we're starting the year in style with a brand-new miniseries that showcases how innovation, opportunity and culture come together in this incredible city.What's it all about?Our Legally Speaking Podcast series features short, punchy episodes (10–15 minutes each), where we dive into conversations with inspiring legal minds to explore:

Selon une étude de McKinsey, les entreprises qui utilisent efficacement l'intelligence collective améliorent leur productivité de 25% et leur innovation de 32%. Et si votre équipe exploitait enfin ce potentiel caché ?Dans cet épisode, je vous révèle comment l'intelligence collective peut transformer radicalement votre organisation.Comme le dit ce proverbe africain que j'aime citer : "Seul on va plus vite, ensemble on va plus loin." Mais pourquoi tant d'équipes peinent-elles encore à exploiter pleinement cette puissance collective ?Je partage avec vous les 3 principaux obstacles qui bloquent l'intelligence collective dans nos organisations :

With so many pressing environmental and social challenges to address, workplace activism is on the rise. Concerned citizens are increasingly using whatever means they have – whether as consumers, shareholders, or increasingly now, workers – to raise awareness and effect change for the issues that matter to them. This has dynamic consequences for business. Organisations must work out how best to respond to colleagues who bring social and environmental justice issues to work. Those that refuse to listen to the concerns of their staff face disengagement, or worse, mutiny. How can – and should - leaders shift from traditionally hierarchical ways of thinking about the views and opinions of their workers towards leveraging and integrating those views for the benefit of all? In this episode, Jen, Dom and Cat speak to Megan Reitz and John Higgins, co-authors of Speak Up: Say What Needs to be Said and Hear What Needs to be Heard. They explore the role of colleague voice in engagement and look at the role of internal communication in helping organisations become better equipped to hear – and leverage – the views that matter. +++++ Find Megan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganreitz/ Megan's website: https://www.meganreitz.com/ John's website: http://www.johnhigginsresearch.com

Partsol, an artificial intelligence innovation firm with its global headquarters in Ireland, has announced the launch of Atai, the world's first Cognitive AI platform engineered with breakthrough AI Stem Cell technology. Atai, the company's flagship AI platform, is built on Absolute Truth algorithms that deliver forensic-grade precision and reliability, critical for high-stakes industries like finance, healthcare and legal services. Partsol is the only company in the world employing AI Stem Cells to engineer their artificial intelligence, which is rooted in the pillars of foundational science to ensure its outputs are never compromised and never hallucinate. Its AI Stem Cell technology means Atai possesses the ability to self-adapt, continuously refining its intelligence without the need for exhaustive retraining as seen in other AI systems, such as Generative AI. Absolute Truth algorithms Atai understands the cause-and-effect relationships within data, ensuring forensic-grade accuracy and that every output is rooted in truth. The platform has the ability to process complex data up to 40 times faster than conventional AI systems, empowering organisations to take real-time action with confidence. Its structured data backbone ensures unmatched reliability, making it a crucial tool for high-stakes businesses that require precision in their decision-making processes. Unlike conventional AI that relies solely on pattern recognition, Atai goes deeper, uncovering not just correlations but also the underlying reasons behind them, enabling smarter, more informed decision-making. "Atai has the true potential to completely redefine the future of artificial intelligence," said Dr. Darryl Williams, CEO of Partsol. "Atai is not just another AI platform; it's the future of decision-making for industries where precision, transparency and accountability are critical. With Atai, you can move forward with confidence, knowing every decision is grounded in Absolute Truth." "Organisations that have already trialled Atai are already experiencing transformative outcomes, including significant cost reductions, enhanced risk management and improved operational efficiency." Commenting on Partsol's decision to locate in Ireland, Dr. Williams said: "Why Ireland? Ireland offers a unique convergence of innovation, regulatory leadership, and international access, making it the ideal launchpad for Atai. The country's reputation as a European tech hub and its deep expertise in finance, legal and compliance perfectly align with our mission to deliver precision-driven AI solutions to complex, regulated industries." What is Cognitive AI? What sets Cognitive AI apart from existing AI systems is its ability to go beyond surface-level pattern detection to achieve true understanding. While conventional AI models identify correlations without necessarily grasping the underlying relationships, Cognitive AI discerns why patterns exist, differentiating between coincidence and causation. Cognitive AI continuously adapts to new information, refining its insights as conditions change. Rather than relying on static datasets or predefined rules, it integrates new data dynamically, improving the accuracy and relevance of its decision-making over time. This ability to adjust and verify information makes Cognitive AI a more reliable tool for complex problem-solving in environments where precision and accountability are essential. What are AI Stem Cells? AI Stem Cells are undifferentiated and computational core models designed to adapt and evolve into specialised solutions across limitless domains. Similar to biological stem cells, AI stem cells represent the smallest unit from which the technology can evolve into advanced structures, models or systems. The ability of stem cells to clone themselves, or take the properties of another cell, also means that AI Stem Cells are dynamic, self-adapting domains, allowing us to approach problems with previously unimaginable precision. U...

Will Pithers, Strategic Partner Manager for sports at Meta, joins Andy and Charlie on the Sports Loft podcast. Having previously work at City Football Group , Will helps teams, leagues, federations, athletes and creators optimise their content strategy across Meta's platforms. With user behaviour shifting from public feeds toward private messaging, and short-form video dominating content strategy, we wanted to get an insider's view on how sports organisations such as Formula 1, Premier League clubs and Mercedes F1 are navigating Meta's eco-system to engage fans globally. Some of the topics we discuss include: Why short-form video (ie Reels) is the key to success across both Facebook and Instagram How F1 teams and drivers have built a thriving community on threads Why the majority of a social media user's time will soon not be spent in feeds, but rather in private and group messaging conversations. How Meta is looking to make their platforms more attractive for content creators? Why providing utility and not posting too much has been so important for success with WhatsApp channels How sports organisations are looking to monetise their activity across Meta's platforms Why teams should be investing in tools that can help them manage their content archives The potential opportunities for sports organisations in AR with Meta's Orion glasses

What makes an organisation toxic, and how can we spot the signs before it's too late? What are the common traits that make seemingly unrelated organisations, ranging from the Catholic Church to corporations, do harm?On this episode, I'm joined once again by one of my favourite guests — Professor Benjamin van Rooij — for a deep dive into the hidden dangers of organisational life.Benjamin and his co-author, Professor Nicholas Lord, are working on a new book (working title) Toxic: Organisations Gone Bad, which explores not just headline-grabbing scandals, but the patterns of behaviour and structures that consistently lead organisations to cause harm.SummaryIn our discussion, we unpack how organisational processes — like silencing, secrecy, and the relentless pursuit of unrealistic goals — can multiply risk.Benjamin explains why organisations, both public and private, can become “toxic” not simply due to bad people or poor oversight, but because of a combination of systemic dynamics and cultural norms that reward silence, over-ambition, and passive harm.We also discuss why the term “toxic” itself is both useful and problematic, and how understanding these dynamics can help leaders make better decisions before disaster strikes; whether it's Facebook's role in spreading misinformation, Wells Fargo's aggressive sales targets, or the normalization of deviance at Chernobyl and Enron, Benjamin helps us trace the common threads that connect seemingly unrelated crises.And, true to form, he doesn't offer simplistic solutions — instead, he gives us tools to ask better questions, challenge dominant narratives, and push for root-cause thinking over box-ticking fixes. Guest Biography Benjamin is Professor in Law and Society and Director of Research at the School of Law at the University of Amsterdam, as well as a Global Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine.In his academic work, Benjamin specialises in understanding how laws and regulations operate within real-world organisational settings, focusing on compliance, harm, and institutional accountability. He blends criminology, behavioural science, and legal studies to explore why people and institutions obey (or disobey) rules, and what systems best support ethical behaviour.  Previous appearancesOn COVID Compliance

The news of the year for UK healthcare in March 2025 was the announcement of the abolishment of NHS England. Many people welcome the move, expecting the healthcare system in the UK to become more efficient. If we look at the history, NHS is under constant restructuring - in the past, for digitalization efforts, two entities were established - NHS X and NHS Digital, and were later merger into NHS England. A few years ago 200+ commissioning groups were restructured into 42 integrated care systems. In this discussion Liam Cahill, Founder of Together Digital, Digital Advisor to Organisations and Healthtech Advisor talks about the impact of the latest restructuring and expected impact. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB3XXtxvfag&t=19s www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

Unsere beiden heutigen Gäste haben unabhängig voneinander beeindruckende Wege hinter sich, bevor sie sich zusammenschlossen, um zusammen nachhaltige Formen von Organisations- und Wirtschaftstransformationen mitzugestalten. Sie studierte Design in Hildesheim und absolvierte anschließend einen Master an der Universität der Künste in Berlin. Über mehrere Jahre arbeitete sie im Interface-Design, war Service Design Lead bei Fjord und Head of Creative bei betterplace.org. Danach folgten Stationen als Gründerin (transitionbydesign.de) und als Country Manager Germany bei Demos Helsinki – immer mit einem starken Fokus auf gesellschaftlichen und nachhaltigen Wandel. Er begann sein Studium in der Rechtswissenschaft, wechselte später in die Medienmanagement-Forschung und promovierte im Bereich Medienökonomie. Nach Stationen als Projektleiter, Unit Director und Geschäftsführer in einer Strategieagentur gründete er mit “The Dive” eine eigene systemische Organisations- und Managementberatung, in der er heute zusammen mit ihr arbeitet. Gemeinsam bündeln sie nun ihre unterschiedlichen Perspektiven und Kompetenzen, um Unternehmen in eine regenerative Zukunft zu führen. Kürzlich veröffentlichten sie ihr gemeinsames Buch „Der Stellar Approach“. Es ist ein praktischer Transformations-Baukasten, mit dem Organisationen eine neue Form der Innovationskompetenz etablieren können. Seit fast acht Jahren beschäftigen wir uns in diesem Podcast mit der Frage, wie Arbeit den Menschen stärkt, statt ihn zu schwächen. In über 480 Gesprächen haben wir mit fast 600 Persönlichkeiten darüber gesprochen, was sich für sie geändert hat und was sich weiter ändern muss. Welche praktischen Ansätze helfen Organisationen, sich nachhaltig zu erneuern und wirklich zukunftsfit zu werden? Wie spielen Design, Recht, Strategie und Medienökonomie zusammen, wenn es um tiefe Veränderungsprozesse geht? Und wie hilft „Der Stellar Approach“ dabei, eine neue Innovationskultur zu etablieren und so das Wirtschaftssystem von innen heraus weiterzuentwickeln? Fest steht: Für die Lösung unserer aktuellen Herausforderungen brauchen wir neue Impulse. Daher suchen wir weiter nach Methoden, Vorbildern, Erfahrungen, Tools und Ideen, die uns dem Kern von New Work näherbringen. Darüber hinaus beschäftigt uns von Anfang an die Frage, ob wirklich alle Menschen das finden und leben können, was sie im Innersten wirklich, wirklich wollen. Ihr seid bei „On the Way to New Work“ – heute mit Ella Lagé und Simon Berkler. [Hier](https://linktr.ee/onthewaytonewwork) findet ihr alle Links zum Podcast und unseren aktuellen Werbepartnern

A retired accountant says Primary Health Organisations have become overly corporatised and top-heavy, taking too much of the health spend compared to GP's.

Like many Assyrians worldwide, the Assyrian community marks the New Year between late March and early April. This year, seven Assyrian organisations in Melbourne are coming together to celebrate the occasion on 30 March. Khoshaba Youkhana, secretary of the Assyrian Australian Social Development Club in Melbourne, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the significance of this collective celebration, highlighting the importance of unity among Assyrian organisations in honouring this cherished tradition.

In this episode we are looking once again at our digital security, particularly around the state of the industry in 2025, and the way threats and consumer behaviours are evolving.We'll be looking at the adoption of new kinds of security, how VPNs are still an evolving part of the security equation, and how Security Service Edge (SSE) is beginning to be taken more seriously. Joining us to discuss is Jaye Tillson, Field CTO and Distinguished Technologist at HPE.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Jaye Tillson: https://jayetillson.tech/ Sources cited in this week's episode:WEF 2025 cyber security report: https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-cybersecurity-outlook-2025/ Nuclear batteries: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590147825000038?via%3DihubStatistics on nuclear energy: https://www.iea.org/energy-system/electricity/nuclear-power

In this episode we are looking once again at our digital security, particularly around the state of the industry in 2025, and the way threats and consumer behaviours are evolving.We'll be looking at the adoption of new kinds of security, how VPNs are still an evolving part of the security equation, and how Security Service Edge (SSE) is beginning to be taken more seriously. Joining us to discuss is Jaye Tillson, Field CTO and Distinguished Technologist at HPE.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Jaye Tillson: https://jayetillson.tech/ Sources cited in this week's episode:WEF 2025 cyber security report: https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-cybersecurity-outlook-2025/ Nuclear batteries: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590147825000038?via%3DihubStatistics on nuclear energy: https://www.iea.org/energy-system/electricity/nuclear-power

In episode 41, we welcome behavioral scientist, psychologist, and futurist Aaron McEwan. Aaron discusses how the pandemic has fundamentally reshaped our relationship with work, marking a pivotal moment that underscores the importance of empathy and human-centered leadership within organisations. Aaron and I discuss: The tension between organisational demands and the qualities of great human-centred leadership The role of empathy in leadership What AI really means for the future of work Annette Sloan and I sum-up the three biggest takeaways from my conversation with Aaron, and we answer a listener's question from Helen who wants to know what to do about her narcissistic boss. Tune in to learn how to navigate craft human-centred organisations, cultures, and leadership in the workplace. Get in touch: Cathal@betteratwork.com.au or betteratwork.net Get in touch on Instagram: @betteratwork_ Get in touch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathal-quinlan/ Send us a question or leave us a voicemail: betteratwork.net/contact-us/ Get the newsletter: betteratwork.net About Guest Aaron McEwan is a behavioral scientist, psychologist, and futurist, and was recently named a Top 100 Global HR Influencer and one of five HR Leaders to Follow in 2022. As VP, Research & Advisory for Gartner’s HR Practice, Aaron provides strategic advice to the world’s leading companies on the future of work and talent, and helps leaders execute critical business objectives through the application of evidence-based HR and talent management practices and manage their most critical relationships across the C-suite and Board. He believes that great ideas, backed by rigorous science, have the power to unlock the potential of individuals, organisations, and the world. Six Pillars - we also feature the excellent work from Brian Comly in this episode also, check out the article mentioned here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee wraps up the "Big Picture, Big Insights" series, which synthesises the voices of 5,000 individuals from 10 UK organisations to uncover what drives, hinders, and empowers them in achieving their company vision. Lee discusses the final three key themes: culture and morale, communication and collaboration, and work environment and resources. He emphasises the importance of fostering an engaged workforce, transparent communication, and a supportive work environment to enhance employee well-being and productivity. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their organisational culture, ask targeted questions, and take actionable steps to create a thriving workplace. The episode concludes with an invitation to download the comprehensive insights document and reach out for further engagement. KEY TAKEAWAYS Understanding Culture and Morale: Organisations should focus on transforming their culture from disengaged to empowered by removing negative elements such as low morale and lack of recognition, while fostering a culture of respect, continuous learning, and appreciation. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration: To shift from chaos to clarity, organisations need to eliminate delayed responses and fragmented updates. Implementing structured communication frameworks and maintaining open channels can significantly improve team interactions and information flow. Improving Work Environment and Resources: A well-designed work environment is crucial for employee well-being and productivity. Organisations should prioritise modern resources, ergonomic workspaces, and mental health support to create a balanced and supportive atmosphere. Asking the Right Questions: Leaders are encouraged to engage with their teams by asking targeted questions related to the six key themes identified (systems and processes, people and teams, leadership and strategy, culture and morale, communication and collaboration, work environment and resources) to gather insights and drive improvement. Taking Action on Insights: Gathering feedback is only the first step; organisations must listen to the responses and take actionable steps to address identified challenges. This proactive approach is essential for fostering a high-performance culture and empowering employees. BEST MOMENTS "A negative or stagnant work culture can drain motivation, lower productivity and lead to disengagement." "We want to shift from disengagement to empowerment, from unrecognised effort to visible appreciation." "To create a transparent, efficient communication culture, organisations must implement a clear and structured communication framework." "When employees lack the right tools and support, organisations face remote working inefficiencies." "The journey to high performance requires addressing inhibitors, enhancing enablers and reinforcing strengths." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 Lee@leehoughton.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.

ABOUT CHARLES LEON:CHARLES' LINKEDIN PAGE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chleon/COMPANY WEBSITE: charlesleon.uk CHARLES' BIO:Writer and Illustrator of Sketch Journals, including The Kew Sketch Journal. International Speaker and Trainer on the Creative Process and how Applied Innovation actually works. With more than 30 years experience in design, and an extensive knowledge of neuroscience and the working of the creative mind, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to helping Organisations and Individuals overcome Innovation Stagnation and achieve Creative Breakthrough.SHOW INTRO:Welcome to the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast.EPISODE 77… and my conversation with Charles Leon. On the podacast our dynamic dialogues based on our acronym DATA - design, architecture, technology, and the arts crosses over disciplines but maintains a common thread of people who are passionate about the world we live in and human's influence on it, the ways we craft the built environment to maximize human experience, increasing our understanding of human behavior and searching for the New Possible.    he NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is presented by VMSD Magazine part of the Smartwork Media family of brands.VMSD brings us, in the brand experience world, the International Retail Design Conference. The IRDC is one of the best retail design conferences that there is bringing together the world of retailers, brands and experience place makers every year for two days of engaging conversations and pushing the discourse forward on what makes retailing relevant. You will find the archive of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast on VMSD.com.Thanks also goes to Shop Association the only global retail trade association dedicated to elevating the in-store experience. SHOP Association represents companies and affiliates from 25 countries and brings value to their members through research, networking, education, events and awards. Check then out on SHOPAssociation.org On this episode I connect with Charles Leon who has 30 years experience in design, and an extensive knowledge of neuroscience and the working of the creative mind.We'll get to all of that in a moment but first though, a few thoughts…                 *                                  *                                  *When I was nine years old my mom put me in a after school art program in a small little studio a few minutes walk from my school. Every Thursday afternoon, after my regular school classes were done, I would walk down the street, sit in an art studio and learn how to paint in oils. For the next 10 years this was a welcome change in my daily routine that became in some sense a safe place. A place where all the world's troubles or the typical challenges I was having as a teenager would disappear and I would spend a couple of hours focused on painting. My mom had recognized early on that I was pretty handy with a pencil and very interested in creative expression. She did her very best to make sure that I was continually engaged in creative processes whether it was doing Ukrainian Easter eggs or sketching and drawing or baking creative Christmas cookies.She was always there pushing the go button on creativity. As it turns out, she was actually a pretty good artist herself and later in her life she began doing decorative painting which she became exceptionally adept at and the house was full of wonderful pieces of her craftsmanship.My interest in art followed me through the first few years of high school and finally landing in a place where it was just time to decide where I was going to university and to which program I would go.My mom, recognized that I was firmly sitting on either side of the creative and scientific fence, 1 foot firmly in both worlds, and she suggested architecture since it seemed to combine both of my interests.While I was studying to be an architect I took every single drawing and painting course that I could possibly take, whether they were weekly freehand drawing studios or evening classes or sketching schools.These courses during my university years were a safe place there I had more confidence than in doing pretty much anything else.But it really wasn't until those years in university under the tutelage of a great art teacher Gerry Tondino that I really began to understand drawing and painting.It wasn't so much that I was learning technical aspects of drawing or painting but that I was more learning how to see rather than simply look at things.Gerry would say, ‘once you learn to see and draw what you actually se, rather than what ou think you see, the drawing takes care of itself.'I had deep respect for Gerry Tondino and I think I really finally learned how to deeply appreciate the world around me to see the color, texture and value relationships. To understand how objects exist within a context and it wasn't specifically the thing you   looking at but everything around it that helped to define its edge.In college I would continue to take afterschool watercolor courses thinking that it was more convenient than painting in oils since there was a technical challenge of oil painting taking much longer to dry.There was something about the immediacy of watercolor that I liked. You had to think fast and plan. Watercolor was the process of painting in the shade and shadows leaving the white of the paper as the light and highlights. In oils, or now acrylic which I use almost exclusively, you are starting from the dark tones and building in layers to bring out the light.In watercolor there was equally some unpredictability and a learned skill of being able to get certain effects like running a clean wash of graduated blue for a sky over a background or how some pigments we opaque and others transparent, or how colors would interact with each other as water spread across the paper.I was taking workshops once and the teacher said to me “well it's clear you can draw and you've got, you know, a good hand, but I guess the question really is what do you want to say with the work that you create”That was a whole different way of thinking that I'd never really spend time with prior to that moment. I painted and drew simply because it was fun.What did I want to say?...And so I began to think pretty significantly about what message I wanted to convey or rather what stories the things that I drew or painted I might want to share with other people.It was interesting when I began to study architecture and think about design of places and things that I was drawn to the same question about what the architecture meant and what stories it would hold over the years that people would use it.I was always fascinated with traveling and standing within old buildings and wondering what the people wore when they were visiting here hundreds of years ago.What would they talk about. What was the news of the day or the politics what secrets were being not told as people visited and who came and went from within a building's walls.As I moved along my career, thinking about the stories that buildings would hold, it's perhaps not surprising that I somehow serendipitously end up in the world of brand experience place making,that the places that I would create for retailers would be imbued with a brand narrative and that somehow the buildings, stores or hotels would need to be able to demonstrate that subplot about who the intended user was, what their story was and how the place was a physical expression of both the person and the brand.Another experience while an architecture school was with a visiting professor and while I don't remember the exact project we were working on, I do remember her saying a phrase including the word “hodological”Hodological refers to the study of pathways or connections. It's used in fields of neuroscience sometimes thinking about the pathway and connections between neurons and synapses how signals move from one place to the other how information is shared across brain functional areas – In psychology it talks about things like paths in a person's life space and in the world of philosophy it might be considered to take in things like the interconnection between ideas a pathway between thought exercises and where one thought leads to another and what conclusions we might draw from that that decision making treein terms of geography it's really is about actual paths, walking paths for example, connection paths between geographic locations thing like trade route pathsThe interesting thing about the word hodological is not just that all these years later I clearly recall that word but that it also seemed to me that the idea of ‘transition' - moving from one place to the other - was very much a part of experience - that we don't stand still in buildings or public squares or on streets, we move and as we move, we naturally have a different experience at every moment.Sure, there's a gestalt experience of being in Times Square for example but every time we take a step our perspectival view of the context around us ends up changing and every moment technically speaking is also new,We're are clearly taking in some constants in sensory input but our point of view within that context ends up changing.I love this idea of walking through space and experiencing it differently with every step. Every step is a different vantage point to learn something new to see something from a different angle. In a broader sense, my fascination with the nature of change totally aligns with the idea the early -learned term – hodological.Pathways of change. Change through experience or experience through change. We may think that buildings don't change, but they do, albeit in some cases slowly. And over their lifetime they may be experienced be multitudes each one leaving and taking away a story.Transitions are important. I might suggest that all the good stuff happens in the in betweenness of moments in time, places and things. Transitions are where learning lives.Transitions become important as experience makers. So, things like stairs become fascinating places for architectural study. It's not surprising that many of the great architects also spend time designing stairways so that transitions between floors were less about a practical matter of moving your body up to a different level, but could be seen as an opportunity to experience new things along the way. An experiential moment that requires the person's commitment, to willingly give them self over to the idea of change. Cities have memories and our bodies have memories of cities. Buildings have memories and our bodies have memories of buildings.I have expressed before that I believe that there's very much a ‘give and make' of experience - that we interact and share with the built environment around us and it affects us as well. We and the environments we spend time in are deeply connected and our experience lives within us, within our bodies, not just within our heads. Our experience of building leaves within us a body memory, a narrative residue of how we felt while in one place or another.If you look at buildings overtime and understand that they've been used for years, they too have held countless numbers of stories of people that used them. Where they came from. Where they would go back to. Maybe they were transitioning through for a moment. Maybe they were lost and ended up taking a wrong turn and discovering something new.Those stories of buildings are interesting because it gives a life to architecture beyond stone, steel and glass. And this is where my guest Charles Leon comes into the story. Charles is a writer and illustrator of Sketch Journals, including The Kew Sketch Journal. He is an international speaker and trainer on the Creative Process and how Applied Innovation actually works. With more than 30 years experience in design, and an extensive knowledge of neuroscience and the working of the creative mind, Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to helping organizations and individuals overcome Innovation Stagnation to achieve Creative Breakthrough.During the COVID pandemic Charles had a challenge simply staying inside while all of us were held up in our homes for months. With sketchb  ook in hand, Charles saw London England as a hodological space – one to be experiences not in the scientific, objective and measurable sense of streets of a certain distance ad width, buildings of a certain height, pathways connecting purpose driven users or as seen from a 3d person sense but more in the Jean-Paul Satre sense aptly described in Satre's essay, "Sketch for a Theory of Emotions," where his city was to be experienced in a lived-existential subjective sense. One in which he would travel daily, which sketchbook in hand, not always sure about the destination but certain that the path would be one of discovery, connection, and collecting through drawing and painting the memories of the buildings he encountered along the way.The output of these wanderings yielded 5 volumes in drawings and paintings of learnings about the buildings, their architectural details as well as the stories they revealed from within their walls…                 *                                  *                                  *ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites:  https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. David also writes a popular blog called “Brain Food” which is published monthly on vmsd.com.  The next level experience design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.

In this episode we are taking a fresh look at how AI is affecting the world of cybersecurity. As we've explored on the podcast in previous episodes, artificial intelligence has opened up a whole new world of opportunities for our organizations, but it also brings fresh challenges for cybersecurity professionals.We'll be looking at the current state of play, and asking whether AI as a tool to defend us can match AI as a weapon to attack us, with guest Simon Leech, Director of the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence at HPE.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Karim Abou Zahab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/Sources cited in this week's episode:McKinsey report into AI use: https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/quantumblack/our-insights/the-state-of-ai Statista report into cybercrime costs:  https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1280009/cost-cybercrime-worldwide  Improvements to swarm robot insects: https://news.mit.edu/2025/fast-agile-robotic-insect-could-someday-aid-mechanical-pollination-0115

In this episode we are taking a fresh look at how AI is affecting the world of cybersecurity. As we've explored on the podcast in previous episodes, artificial intelligence has opened up a whole new world of opportunities for our organizations, but it also brings fresh challenges for cybersecurity professionals.We'll be looking at the current state of play, and asking whether AI as a tool to defend us can match AI as a weapon to attack us, with guest Simon Leech, Director of the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence at HPE.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Karim Abou Zahab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/Sources cited in this week's episode:McKinsey report into AI use: https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/quantumblack/our-insights/the-state-of-ai Statista report into cybercrime costs:  https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1280009/cost-cybercrime-worldwide  Improvements to swarm robot insects: https://news.mit.edu/2025/fast-agile-robotic-insect-could-someday-aid-mechanical-pollination-0115

Lee continues the discussion on "Big Picture, Big Insights," focusing on two critical themes: people and teams, and leadership and strategy. Drawing insights from 5,000 voices across 10 UK organisations, Lee explores the barriers to achieving business vision from an internal perspective. He highlights the importance of fostering collaboration, psychological safety, and inclusivity within teams while addressing the detrimental effects of silos and poor communication. Additionally, Lee emphasises the need for visible and engaged leadership that aligns with strategic goals to build trust and clarity. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their organisational dynamics and consider how to shift from disconnection to engagement, ultimately enhancing team performance and morale. KEY TAKEAWAYS Critical Themes for High Performance: The podcast identifies six critical themes that impact organisational performance: systems and processes, people and teams, leadership and strategy, culture and morale, communication and collaboration, and work environment and resources. Moving from Disconnection to Collaboration: To enhance team dynamics, organisations should focus on eliminating toxic behaviors, fostering psychological safety, and breaking down silos between departments. Key elements to maintain include strong morale, flexibility in working arrangements, and a customer-focused approach. Leadership Visibility and Engagement: Effective leadership requires visible and accessible leaders who engage meaningfully with employees. Organisations should aim for consistent messaging and strategic clarity to build trust and empower employees to make decisions. Identifying Challenges: Organisations can assess their engagement and collaboration levels by asking specific questions about employee comfort in sharing ideas, collaboration between teams, recognition of contributions, and the clarity of strategic priorities. Actionable Steps for Improvement: To transition from disconnection to engagement, organisations must connect with their people, understand their challenges, and facilitate meaningful conversations. This process is essential for gathering insights and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. BEST MOMENTS "A dysfunctional team environment can severely impact productivity, morale and overall business success when poor communication and isolation take root." "The two most important metrics in an organisation that are never actually measured are the number of thoughts we are creating in our people and the length of time from those thoughts to conversation to action." "To create a high performing, inclusive and engaged teams, organisations must cultivate consistent collaboration across departments, breaking down silos." "A lack of leadership visibility and strategic alignment can leave teams feeling disconnected, uncertain and unsupported." "If the answers reveal gaps, it's time to move from disconnection to engagement, from mixed messaging to strategic clarity." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 Lee@leehoughton.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.