Whatever is happening in the exciting world of technological development, it is being done by, for and to humans, so I immediately loved the title of my guest Kamales Lardi’s book: The Human Side of Digital Business Transformation.
Kamales is a global thought leader in digital transformation who is passionate about shining a light on the human ecosystems at the heart of all things digital. We get into the overwhelming nature of digital transformation and the perennial question of ‘where to start’. With her positive and pragmatic outlook, Kamales highlights the transformative potential of blockchain technology beyond finance, such as providing transparency and traceability in the supply chain, creating identities for undocumented people, and free travel across regions. This is grounded in the importance of businesses embracing ethical practices and strategic thinking to transform their businesses and make a bigger impact. Technology can transform - but we must also transform our leadership.
Shownotes
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Key Moments
Business Transformation [00:05:30]
Why businesses need to transform due to the changing landscape brought about by technology, the new competitive landscape, and the changing marketplace.
The New Competitive Landscape [00:06:25]
Technology has obliterated industry boundaries, creating a whole new competitive landscape.
The Acceleration of Technology [00:09:07]
A great metaphor to explain how technology can accelerate businesses, and how companies that are digitally savvy can compete at a much larger scale.
AI-Based Platforms for Business [00:10:46]
How AI-based platforms can help businesses with lead generation, marketing, and even creating a virtual team of experts.
The Importance of Human Connection [00:16:28]
In the age of AI and digital transformation,human connection can help businesses stand out in a crowded marketplace.
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The Misconception of Digital Transformation [00:17:45]
Where we’re going wrong.
Breaking Down Digital Transformation [00:23:06]
A framework for digital transformation, which breaks down the process into smaller building blocks.
Understanding Blockchain Technology [00:25:38]
The history and potential use cases of blockchain technology, and how it differs from other types of ledgers.
Implementing Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain [00:32:29]
Kamales shares an example of how she implemented blockchain technology in supply chain management for palm oil, to ensure providence and sustainability.
Blockchain and Transparency [00:35:30]
Zoë and Kamales discuss the potential of blockchain to create transparency and transform society, but also acknowledge that not all stakeholders want that level of transparency.
Decentralisation and Empowerment [00:40:45]
AI and blockchain could lead to a huge rise in economic power and autonomy for people across the globe, potentially transforming the way countries and institutions are run.
Challenges of Blockchain Technology [00:43:15]
Including cybersecurity and data privacy.
The need for infrastructure [00:44:16-00:45:09]
What are the prerequisites needed for companies to implement emerging technologies?
Leadership in digital transformation [00:45:56-00:48:57]
Zoë and Kamales talk about the mindset, skills, and values that leaders need to have in order to embrace and deal with emerging technologies and opportunities for digital transformation.
Embracing radical transparency [00:52:13]
Zoë encourages leaders to embrace radical transparency as it is emerging and to reflect on how to capitalise on it.
Blockchain and Environmental Impact [00:53:05]
Zoë and Kamales discuss the potential of blockchain technology to track carbon footprint and environmental impact, and how it can be used to prove that businesses are doing the right thing.
Opportunity for a Better World [00:53:55]
There is an opportunity for businesses to build a better world by doing the right thing, and how it can benefit the earth and communities.
