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Season 4: Infrastructure & Construction – The Untapped Digital Potential
Join Accenture’s Huda As’ad as she discusses her transformative journey in the UK's infrastructure sector. From her beginnings as a site-based engineer to leading digital innovations at Accenture, Huda shares insights on the challenges and triumphs of major projects like the London Olympics and Crossrail. The episode delves into the critical role of digital technology in revolutionising construction, enhancing productivity, and promoting sustainability within the construction industry.
Season 4: AI - More Human, Less Machine
Explore AI's potential to humanise technology with Accenture’s Liz Barnsdale. Learn about how AI, when designed with empathy and human-centric goals, can enhance real-world interactions, particularly in the automotive and healthcare sectors. Liz emphasises the importance of intent in AI development, advocating for technology that supports rather than replaces human connections.
Season 4: Cybersecurity & AI - Are You Risk-Ready?
Join Accenture’s Jacky Fox to explore the latest trends and challenges in cybersecurity. The conversation dives into the role of AI in both offensive and defensive strategies, as well as the state of awareness among UK executives. Tune in for an engaging discussion on the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the importance of staying risk-ready in the digital age.
Season 4: Supply Chain - Adversity into Advantage
Discover the changing landscape of global supply chains with Accenture’s Stephane Crosnier. Stephane dives into the rise of regional sourcing, the challenges it presents, and the role of AI in managing complex supply chains. Learn how these changes can benefit UK consumers by improving product availability and potentially reducing prices. Tune in for valuable insights on building resilient supply chains.
Season 4: Next Gen Engineering - The Era of Intelligence
Accenture’s Abidemi Ogunbowale-Thomas discusses the transformative power of virtualisation and its impact on businesses. Explore how recent advancements, especially in Gen AI, are reshaping businesses and challenging traditional models. The conversation delves into the democratisation of technology, the role of CIOs, data aggregation and the necessity for a customer-centric mindset. Join the conversation for a deep dive into the technological revolution shaping the future of business and society.
Season 4: Manufacturing - From Disruption to Resiliency
Discover the transformative landscape of UK manufacturing with Accenture's Maddie Walker. Uncover the industry's challenges, from energy costs to supply chain disruptions and explore the power of digital innovation, paving the way for a resilient and promising future in UK production.
Season 4: AI & Skills Part 2 – Second Wave of Growth
Accenture’s Tom White is back for part 2 to explore the future of tech and sustainability. Tom dives into the environmental impact of computing and Birmingham's innovative solutions. Gain insights for corporations and individuals, reflecting on the city's vibrant tech scene, evolving work landscape, and opportunities for the next generation.
Season 4: AI & Skills Part 1 - A Quantum Leap
Join Accenture’s Tom White live from Birmingham Tech Week to explore the reality of AI, cutting through the hype to uncover its practical applications. Brace yourself for a quantum leap as Tom dives into the mind-bending world of quantum computing, illuminating its potential in drug discovery, supply chain optimisation, and finance.
Season 4: Life Trends - Power to the People
Accenture Song’s Mark Sherwin and Katie Burke dig into the key trends from the 2024 Life Trends report, addressing consumer dissatisfaction, AI discomfort in the UK, risks of mediocrity in creative industries, and a human response to overwhelming technology. Join us to learn about the potential for positive changes within these dynamic trends; it’s a must-listen for those navigating the evolving landscape of technology and societal shifts.
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