In this episode Mary Schwarz, the Managing Partner at ICF Next, delves into digital design, data analysis, and their impact on digital transformation. She emphasizes the role of data not only in retrospective analysis but as a crucial tool for future planning and decision-making. The discussion addresses the challenges of remote work environments, highlighting the importance of building personal connections and measuring employee engagement in a dispersed workforce. Mary also explores digital and IT modernization, underscoring the need for a comprehensive understanding of problems to create effective solutions. The conversation concludes with a focus on AI, examining its role as a collaborative tool in the workplace and the necessity of maintaining a balance between technology and human creativity. The episode offers insights into the complexities and opportunities in digital transformation and the execution of data-driven strategies.
