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Are data-driven decisions overrated? On this special roundtable episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom that more data always leads to better outcomes. Our guests, Kevin McEvilly, Andrew Fox, and Mike Della Porta, discuss the pitfalls of relying solely on analytics and the importance of human insight in crafting successful marketing strategies. Are you ready to rethink your approach? TUNE IN TO LEARN: __ __ MENTIONS: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Andy Tay, Senior Managing Director, Cloud First Lead Accenture Cloud First, Accenture, discusses the critical role of digital transformation and AI readiness for businesses. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a strong digital core, which includes infrastructure, data strategies, and responsible AI practices, and he shares insights on the common pitfalls companies face when adopting AI and highlights successful case studies, particularly in the fast food industry. KEY INSIGHTS: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Janet Cinfio, Chief Information Officer of Acxiom, discusses the company's role in marketing intelligence and data management, the importance of balancing privacy with personalized marketing experiences, the need for responsible innovation in technology, and the significance of encouraging diversity in STEM careers. Key Insights: __ __ – https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Ahmad Bahai, CTO of Texas Instruments, discusses the importance of innovation in the semiconductor industry and the challenges of meeting the increasing demands for faster, more efficient technology. He highlights the need for disruptive innovation to keep up with the exponential growth of data and the widening gap between hardware capabilities and demand. Bahai emphasizes the role of problem-solving and risk management in the innovation process, as well as the importance of talent and multidisciplinary approaches. He also touches on the power of human intuition and the limitations of AI in replicating it. Key Insights: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Tony Lambert, CTO of TechSmith, discusses how TechSmith stays at the forefront of innovation by listening to customer needs, conducting research, and staying informed about industry trends. Plus, he explains why TechSmith has invested in content creation roles and how, in the future, video AI may be able to diagram manual skills, teach soft skills, and provide more advanced editing capabilities. Tune in to learn: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Leslie Beavers, the acting Chief Information Officer for the Department of Defense, discusses the role and responsibilities of the Department of Defense (DoD) in defending the nation. The DoD is responsible for coordinating all IT efforts within the department, as well as warfighting command control and communications. With a budget of $60 billion annually and over 4 million people across the globe, Ms. Beavers emphasizes the importance of interoperability and integration within the department, as well as the need for a streamlined acquisition process and organizational change strategy. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Sastry Durvasula, the Chief Information and Client Services Officer at TIAA, discusses how TIAA uses technology, including AI, to improve the retirement experience for its customers. He also digs into the challenges of integrating new sources of data and the need for companies to reimagine their approach to technology and innovation. Tune in to learn: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Harpreet Suri, the CTO of K&L Gates, discusses the role of technology in the legal industry and how it is transforming the way law firms operate. She highlights the importance of ease of adoption and security when evaluating technology solutions for law firms, and she shares her insights on the future of the legal industry, including the use of AI in understanding slang, solving logical arguments, and sequencing screenshots, among other applications. Tune in to learn: __ __ Mentions: __ __
Babak Hodjat, CTO of AI at Cognizant, discusses the impact of advancements in AI and the factors that have enabled its rapid progress, including increased processing capacity, access to large amounts of data, and improved neural network architectures. Babak also highlights the importance of moving to the cloud and leveraging AI to make informed decisions. Key Takeaways: __ __ – https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Prince Kohli, the CTO of Automation Anywhere, discusses the evolution of robotic process automation (RPA) and its impact on industries. He shares real-world examples of how RPA and AI have transformed processes and improved efficiency in various sectors, and he delves into the implementation of RPA and AI, data governance, and the future of automation. Key Takeaways: __ __ https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Mark Butler, CISO for Trace3, discusses the impact of AI on various industries, the challenges of AI governance, and the adoption of cloud services. He also delves into the application of AI in different sectors and the implications of cloud migration for companies with legacy infrastructure. Key Takeaways: __ __ Mentions: __ __ -- https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries https://mission.org/
On this episode, Shelia Anderson, CIO of Aflac, delves into the use of technology to improve customer service, streamline processes, and enhance the overall experience for policyholders. The discussion also highlights the role of leadership in driving organizational change and the importance of transparency and education in decision-making. Plus, a discussion about the continuous improvement nature of AI and the need for trusted sources of data. Key Takeaways: __ __ https://mission.org/
On this episode, Bill Waid, the Chief Product and Technology Officer of FICO, discusses the role of FICO and its products and services beyond the FICO score. He reveals how FICO applies artificial intelligence and machine learning in its decision-making processes. Plus, Bill explains how FICO's software division helps businesses operationalize analytics and make data-driven decisions. On this episode, Bill Waid, the Chief Product and Technology Officer of FICO, discusses the role of FICO and its products and services beyond the FICO score. He reveals how FICO applies artificial intelligence and machine learning in its decision-making processes. Plus, Bill explains how FICO's software division helps businesses operationalize analytics and make data-driven decisions. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
In this conversation, Steve Stone, Head of Zero Labs at Rubrik, discusses the importance of data security and the challenges organizations face in managing and securing their data. He explains Rubrik's role as a data security company and how they provide backup, recovery, and analytics solutions to help organizations protect their data. Steve also highlights the growing problem of data growth and the impact of AI-generated data. He emphasizes the need for visibility into the data estate, the importance of securing data in a hybrid environment, and the role of proactive AI solutions in the future of data security. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://www.zayo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IT_Confidential_eBook.pdf https://mission.org/
In this conversation, Mike Hanley, the Chief Security Officer and SVP of Engineering at GitHub, discusses the transformation in security practices and the shift towards a distributed and zero trust approach. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between security and engineering teams to enable great security outcomes. Mike also shares insights on managing concurrent projects and creating clarity around goals. He highlights the significance of empowering engineering teams and enabling creativity and expertise. Additionally, he expresses his excitement about the current state of the software space and the future of coding and learning, particularly with the impact of AI. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
On this episode, Josh Lemos, the CISO at GitLab, discusses the role of GitLab in the software development lifecycle and how it helps companies build and ship secure software. He highlights the challenges in code reuse and security and emphasizes the importance of visibility and governance in software development. Josh also discusses the trust and explainability in AI and how AI can be leveraged for efficiency. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
AIOps is becoming more and more important to enterprises, and that is only going to continue. On this episode, Jason Walker, the Chief Innovation Officer at Big Panda, discusses the role of AIOps in improving operations and problem resolution in enterprise applications. He explains how Big Panda uses data and AI to identify, alert, and solve problems in digital services and shares the challenges faced by organizations in understanding their technology ecosystem and how AIOps can help in gaining visibility and context. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
We’ve been living in the cloud for a long time now, so why is it still so difficult to navigate the multi-cloud infrastructure? Indu Keri, SVP and GM Hybrid Multi-cloud at Nutanix, is trying to simplify that landscape and on this episode, he breaks down how. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
Google https://www.google.com/webhp?hl=en&ictx=2&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiLm9vt6KCCAxVLlokEHWzdCL4QPQgK made its name by changing the way the world uses the internet. Today, the company is still on the leading edge of innovation and Ritika Gunnar, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritika-gunnar/ the Sr. Director of Product Management, Databases at Google, is helping to shape the future of technology once more. On this episode, she dives deep into how, where, and why generative AI is going to revolutionize the way engineers build, how apps are developed, and how everyday work gets done. Tune in to learn: __ __ Mentions: __ __ https://mission.org/
So much of the way data is used happens without us even knowing it. And the power of data is beyond comprehension. At Teradata https://www.teradata.com/, Erica Hausheer https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-hausheer-a6469b8/ and her team are trying to harness that power and make lives better — even if you don’t realize they’re doing it. On this episode, Erica details the ways data, AI, and other innovative technologies are transforming the way we live and work. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
Moving to the cloud is nothing new — but doing it efficiently is still tough. Brantley Richbourg https://www.linkedin.com/in/brichbourg/ is the Principal Technical Consultant of Cloud Networking at AHEAD https://ahead.com/, and it’s his job to help companies navigate their journey to the cloud. On this episode, he describes some of the reasons companies are looking to make the move and the challenges they face along the way. Plus he explains where and how generative AI is playing a role and why innovation might not be the driving force behind customer decision making. Tune in to learn: __ __ Mentions: __ __ https://www.zayo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IT_Confidential_eBook.pdf https://mission.org/
Whether you realize it or not, there’s an extremely good chance that you have interacted with PAR Technology https://partech.com/. This brand powers payment systems, loyalty apps, and more for some of the biggest restaurant brands around, including Five Guys, Sweet Green, Arby’s, and thousands more. Raju Malhotra https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajumalhotra/ is the Chief Product & Technology Officer at PAR Technology, and on this episode, he explains how PAR implements its technology to make the restaurant experience seamless for both the workers and the diners. Tune in to learn: __ __ -- https://mission.org/
In business and technology, speed is key. This is especially true in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), https://www.uspto.gov/ where seconds matter to all the innovators submitting patent applications. In this episode, Jamie Holcombe https://www.linkedin.com/in/jholcombe/, CIO of the USPTO, explains how his team is using new technology and working faster on a network that will keep up with the products and technologies inventors are hoping to bring to market. Tune in to learn: __ __ -- https://mission.org/
There is no doubt that the world is more connected now than ever before, but there are still places and people who lack access to the internet. In this episode, hear why this is one of the things that Mattias Fridström https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattias-fridstr%C3%B6m-82862a2/ and the team at Arelion https://www.arelion.com/ is trying to fix. Also, hear how they are working to make the internet faster and more secure at the same time. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://mission.org/
NTT Data https://us.nttdata.com/en/ is a major company that works on large-scale projects every day. But CIO Barry Shurkey https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryshurkey/ is constantly encouraging his team to get better and stay innovative. On this episode, he explains why he put so much trust in solution architects, and how he sees and helps companies and tech leaders adapt to the changing technology landscape. Tune in to learn: __ __ Mentions: __ __ https://www.zayo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IT_Confidential_eBook.pdf https://mission.org/
In today’s world, technology is a part of almost everything we do. It’s constantly evolving, but even in the realm of cybersecurity, there are limits to what technology can do without the help of hardworking humans. Whether it’s laying wire for networks or understanding systems and codes, David Monnier https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmonnier/, CIO of Team Cymru https://team-cymru.com/, explains how and where technology and humans will always need to come together. Tune in to learn: __ __ Mentions: __ __ https://www.zayo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IT_Confidential_eBook.pdf https://mission.org/
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Medical transportation is sometimes necessary, but the operations and companies responsible for making it happen have remained relatively stagnant. This is where DocGo comes in. On this episode, Hawk Newton https://www.linkedin.com/in/hawknewton/, the CTO of DocGo https://docgo.com/, explains how the company is solving the extremely difficult task of medical transportation, and making the entire experience easier for all involved. Tune in to learn: __ __ -- https://zayo.is/3ztMpIu https://mission.org/
Ultimately, most of what we do in business today relies on data of all kinds. In the last decade or so, the rise in unstructured data has meant that companies need to find ways to store and then use that data in ways they hadn’t needed to before. On this episode of IT Visionaries, Brian Pawlowski https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianpawlowski/, Chief Development Officer, of Quantum https://www.quantum.com/, discusses what that means and how data storage has evolved. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://zayo.is/3ztMpIu https://mission.org/
Cybersecurity is a world that is constantly evolving, and experts like Vishal Salvi https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishalsalvi/, CISO & Head of Cyber Practice at Infosys https://www.infosys.com/, are doing their best to keep up. On this episode, Vishal discusses how to prioritize your cybersecurity needs, and he breaks down some of the ways that AI will play a role in cybersecurity moving forward. Tune in to learn: __ __ https://zayo.is/3ztMpIu https://mission.org/
