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The CPOstrategy PodcastTecnotree: Empowering Digital CommunitiesPadma Ravichander, is the CEO of Tecnotree, a global provider of telecom IT solutions for the management of products, customers and revenue. She talks to The Digital Insight about how it is empowering digital communities by helping Communications Service Providers (CSPs) transform their business towards a marketplace of digital services and deliver value throughout the customer lifecycle.Register for Tecnotrees's webinar on May 18th when Padma Ravichander will be chairing a session on 'How to successfully drive Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the digital age' featuring contributions from MTN, Ooredoo, Accenture and more... https://us06web.z...
2022-05-1625 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastIBM: The 10 Golden Rules of Artificial IntelligenceJean-Philippe Desbiolles, VP & Managing Director - Groupe Credit Mutuel – for Financial Services, the AI & Data Leader at the IBM Industry Academy and an IBM France Executive Board Member, talks to The Digital Insight about his book, ‘AI Will be What you Make of It: The 10 Golden Rules of Artificial Intelligence’
2022-05-0425 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPascal Bensoussan, Chief Product Officer at Ivalua on the challenges facing supply chain and procurement professionalsToday, we are joined by Pascal Bensoussan, Chief Product Officer at Ivalua, who discusses some of the challenges facing supply chain and procurement professionals in these rather unprecedented times…
2022-04-1221 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastApril Mullen, Director of Brand & Content Marketing, SparkPost discusses what digital marketers need to know about email trends in 2022...April Mullen, Director of Brand & Content Marketing, SparkPost shares her insights on how business can leverage the right intel to drive optimal performance from email through design and accessibility (making better use of dark mode, emojis and GIFS) content creation and improved processes that unlock creativity.
2022-03-2220 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastKuvesh Ayer, CPO, New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority discusses procurement transformationBringing a wealth of experience to the table, Kuvesh Ayer, CPO for the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority discusses procurement transformation and being prepared for anything
2022-02-2133 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastProcurement Excellence with Olivia Brown of Rowe AdvisoryThe Digital Insight welcomes Olivia Brown of global strategists Rowe Advisory, to discuss procurement excellence and the short-to-medium term trends affecting this space...
2021-12-1734 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMohammed Kafil, at Kissflow discusses how CPOs can navigate the challenges of uncertain times…"Bringing in Agility and Control with Procurement Technology", The Digital Insight welcomes Mohammed Kafil, Sr. Product Manager Kissflow to discuss how CPOs can navigate the challenges of uncertain times…“I think reverse globalisation is going to happen. With the pandemic, people are not going to risk their supply chains into a distant land. They're going to want to retain some element of a captive, centre-based development or production or an in-house inland production”
2021-10-0529 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastiOS15 and the death of third-party cookies: the new rules of privacy and what they mean for ecommerceThe Digital Insight podcast welcomes Chris Baldwin, VP for Marketing at Insider, to discuss Apple's iOS15 update and examine the ramifications of the death of third-party cookies... And we ask what the new rules of data privacy will mean for ecommerce and data gathering...
2021-09-2715 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe time is now to invest in procurement technology...Ashim Kapai, Director, Strategic Sourcing at COUPA, joins The Digital Insight to explore the digital landscape of procurement in 2021 and what we can learn from the successes over the last 12 months enabled through our investments in procurement technology...
2021-06-1720 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCan the Middle East become THE benchmark for global procurement?Welcome to the Digital Insight Podcast, where today we are joined by Sam Achampong, Head of CIPS MENA as we discuss procurement maturity and how the Middle East is on a journey towards being recognised as a procurement benchmark for the rest of the world...
2021-06-1022 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastAre we witnessing one of the most significant moments in the history of digital procurement?The Digital Insight podcast welcomes Dr Elouise Epstein, Partner at Kearney, and Lance Younger, CEO and Founder of ProcureTech to discuss the continued evolution of digital procurement.Are we witnessing one of the most significant moments in the history, and future, of procurement?
2021-05-2726 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Data Transformation Trilogy Part 3: Data analytics, imagination and the world of tomorrowPaul Bailo joins us one more time for the final installment of the data transformation trilogy where we explore perhaps the sexiest topic in transformation; data analytics. This is the Data Transformation Trilogy Part 3: Data analytics, imagination, and the world of tomorrow
2021-04-2817 minThe CPOstrategy Podcast“Email marketing is all about insight, innovation and engagement” Sam Holding, Head of International at SparkPostSam Holding, Head of International at SparkPost reveals the role of email in enabling marketing teams to be agile and to successfully meet the changing needs of the business and of their target audiences…
2021-04-2814 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastWhat does it take to be a leader? With Rachel Lemos, Director of Procurement, Canadian Western BankWhat does being a leader really mean to an individual and to an organisation? We learn from a young age about the significance of mentorship and role models, people who can guide us, teach us and inform our development both in life and in our careers. But do we talk about them enough? When it comes to dealing with transformation, evolution, change... what then becomes of the leader, the mentor, the role model? Rachel Lemos, director of procurement at Canadian Western Bank, joins me to discuss how role models, mentors and leadership has and continues to defined he...
2021-04-1221 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Data Transformation Trilogy Part 2: Why do we hate change management so much?The latest episode of The Digital Insight podcast brings you part two of a three part series with Paul Bailo, Digital Transformation Executive:The Data Transformation Trilogy - Part 2: Why do we hate change management so much? Change management; two words that will either unlock your transformation, or block it. Love it or hate it, change management is vital to any transformation, so why is it so polarizing? It's time we reconsidered our love hate relationship with change management
2021-04-0614 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Data Transformation Trilogy Part 1: Leadership & C-Level TalentThe latest episode of The Digital Insight podcast brings you the first in a new three part series with Paul Bailo, Digital Transformation Executive:The Data Transformation Trilogy - Part 1: Leadership & C-level talent, do you have it? We explore how leadership teams must reassess their current operating models, take an honest look their existing talent pool of both their employees and executive teams and think about how they attract the future data and digital leaders.What changes should they be making today to o ensure that they don't fall behind or go out of...
2021-03-2521 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastElectric Vehicles: What's holding us back?Welcome to the Digital Insight where today we take a look at the electric vehicle market and ask; why is it not as mature as it should be?2020 became a great year for plug-in vehicles. Reports reveal that we are expecting global Battery Electric Vehicles +Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicle sales to hit 3,24 million, compared to 2,26 million for the year previous. With government mandates moving us further towards a future of EV technology, we don't know for sure what's going to happen or how well its going to pan out. But we can see trends a...
2021-03-1826 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: How to embrace true digital disruption and cater to the evolving customer, with SchneiderAs a market leader in a world of continuous change and digital disruption what more could you be doing to embrace true digital disruption and deliver on the promise of tomorrow to an ever evolving customer base?Amanda Heintz, Devops and IT Automation Release Manager at Schneider, joins us to talk about what it's like to work in an industry that is still perceived to be lagging behind in the digital conversation due to legacy infrastructure and an antiquated operating model...The question then is, what is Schneider doing to redefine the technology market of t...
2021-03-1212 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: What can CTOs learn from Team GB Cycling?If I said to you that CTOs could learn a lot from Team GB and its Olympic gold medal-winning cycling team - would you believe me? Bear in mind that this was the same team that had only won one gold medal in 76 years, but then won seven at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In the 14 years since then, it has established itself as a powerhouse in Olympic cycling. Now of course, there are many contributing factors to this continuing success, but it all started from a simple belief from Sir David Brailsford, former performance director at Te...
2021-02-2619 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: Why reliable supplier data matters - with Stephany Lapierre (Tealbook) & Jim Bureau (JAGGAER)Is access to fast and reliable supplier data more important now than ever before?Answering this for us today is Stephany Lapierre, CEO of Tealbook and Jim Bureau, CEO of JAGGAER as we also discuss a new partnership between the two that will provide enriched supplier data for JAGGAER customers through access to Tealbook’s Supplier Intelligence Platform.
2021-02-1814 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: How digital twin technology could play a key role in tackling a global pandemicAccording to a recent report from ABI Research, the digital twin market is expected to grow from $3.8bn , as of 2019, to $35.8bn per year by 2025, with more than 500 urban digital twins expected to be in use. So what's behind this expected growth? Well, perhaps unsurprisingly, COVID19 has meant that now more than ever before we need to increase resilience and optimise resource management. Michael Jansen, CEO of Cityzenith, sits down with us to explore the booming digital twin market and what role digital twins could play in tackling a global pandemic...Read the wh...
2021-02-0512 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastUnilever: Building a more equitable and sustainable society, with Dave Ingram, CPOThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes back Dave Ingram, CPO of Unilever.The company recently announced a series of significant commitments and actions to help build a more equitable and inclusive society by raising living standards across its value chain, creating opportunities through inclusivity, and preparing people for the future of work,At the very centre of this vision, lies procurement. Ingram sits down with Andrew Woods to tell us what exactly Unilever is promising to do in order to a...
2021-01-2727 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: What does corporate wellness mean to a business and its employees?Welcome to the digital insight bitesize, where today, we take a look at:Corporate wellness. The covid19 pandemic and the subsequent shift towards working from home has changed the way we work entirely - forcing a lot of companies to think, perhaps for the very first time, about corporate wellness.We’ve all been forced to transform our kitchen spaces, spare bedrooms and even worktops into our new workplaces - our homes are now our offices, so what does this do for our corporate wellness? And how does a business look to un...
2021-01-1218 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: Can we be complacent when it comes to cybersecurity?In another episode of The Digital Insight Bitesize, we take a look at cybersecurity. With a recent report indicating that leading retailers across the EU and US are running outdated applications, leaving them vulnerable to cyber attacks, we ask: Can you be complacent when it comes to your approach to cyber security? Traditionally such matters would be placed on the desk of the CIO and the IT teams, but Is it their responsibility to focus on cyber security? There's certainly an argument that the wider organization could and should be more involved.In a...
2020-12-1408 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: Is the rise of the call centre upon us?Welcome to another Bitesize edition of the Digital Insight podcast where today we ask: Is the call centre making a come back or are automated digital solutions the way forward?For two in five UK consumers, the telephone has replaced face-to-face interactions during the pandemic, so what does this mean for the future of consumer and brand interaction, is the call centre making a comeback or are automated and digital solutions the way forward?Answering that for us today is Richard Farrell, CIO of Netcall, a customer experience...
2020-12-0416 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastHow tech can boost social and healthcare post-Covid with Steve Morgan from AgilisysAn exclusive podcast with Steve Morgan, Partnership Director at Agilisys, who reveals how digital transformation and big data can help both social, and healthcare, post-Covid. Through digital technology, Agilisys enables healthcare, local government and organisations throughout the public sector to become more efficient, provide better patient and citizen outcomes and improve the working lives of thousands of dedicated staff.
2020-11-2024 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBitesize: Should businesses challenge and collaborate with competitors to do more around sustainable best practice?The Digital Insight - Bitesize edition: The first of a condensed, succinct, but equally as engaging and insightful look at some of the key topics around procurement & technology. Today's question: How should you as a business leader challenge, and in some instances collaborate with, your competitors to do more around sustainable best practice? To answer this , we have Jolyon Bennet, CEO and Founder of Juice, a manufacturer of mobile phone accessories, such as charging cables and phone cases, and is the first company to remove single use products from all its packaging in the UK...
2020-11-1605 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastAchieving supplier diversity in procurement with Rod Robinson of CoupaRod Robinson is Vice President of Supplier Inclusion and Sustainability at Coupa, and the focus of that role, is to really drive inclusive procurement across the Coupa ecosystem, helping Coupa customers achieve, and even exceed, their supplier inclusion goals..."…when you think about supplier diversity initiatives, small business procurement initiatives, it's really about driving economic impact. And it's really the small businesses that drive economic growth in any economy".
2020-11-0428 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastWhere are the female founders? With Gayle Carpenter, Creative Director and Founder of SparkloopThe Digital Insight is joined by Gayle Carpenter, Creative Director and Founder of Sparkloop. Together, we discuss her journey as an incredibly successful female entrepreneur and we explore the glaring lack of female founders and the challenges and barriers that many women face in entrepreneurship.We also look at the progress and the real change for good that we have seen over the last 15 years in a truly fantastic and enlightening discussion.
2020-10-2334 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastSupply Chain Resilience: A competitive advantage?Annie Li, VP Value Chain Asia, Movado Group joins the Digital Insight to look at how we define supply chain resilience, how its become a must have in times of crisis and how supply chain resilience can actually be a competitive advantage.
2020-10-1532 min2020-09-2524 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastSubscriber ‘guilt’ over ‘luxury’ streaming services: The Psychology Of The Subscriber Part 2 with Bhavesh Vaghela, CEO of Singula DecisionsWe continue our look into the psychyology of the subscriber, with Bhavesh Vaghela, CEO of Singula Decisions. In this episode we’re focusing on Part 2: Growth and how brands can RISE TO THE CHALLENGES OF A POST-PANDEMIC RECESSION AND SHIFTING CONSUMER PRIORITIES?This episode is part two fo a three part discussion. For part one, which focuses on Acquisition, check out our previous episode and stay tuned for part three.Download the report now at:https://psychologyofasubscriber.com/
2020-09-1744 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Retail Supply Chain Digital Readiness report, with Blue Yonder and the University of WarwickHow prepared is the retail sector to fully embrace a digital supply chain? Answering that question on The Digital Insight, is Wayne Snyder, Vice President, Retail Industry Strategy for EMEA, at Blue Yonder and Janet Godsell, Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Strategy at University of Warwick.Together, we look at The Retail Supply Chain Digital Readiness report released earlier this year as part of a collaboration between Blue Yonder and the University of Warwick.
2020-09-1047 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastGet to know your customer, understand their business and succeed with a marketing plan - Mark Wright, Director of Climb OnlineThe latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Mark Wright, Director of Climb Online, a successful entrepreneur with a passion for business and a love of digital marketing and the winner of the Apprentice UK back in 2014.Mark discusses the importance of speaking the right business language when operating in a crowded digital marketing space and we also explore how, as long as you have the passion, the drive, the knowledge and a brutal honesty - then you have what it takes to succeed.
2020-09-0440 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Psychology of the Subscriber, with Bhavesh Vaghela, CEO, Singula DecisionsBhavesh Vaghela, CEO of Singula Decisions, joins us for a special episode of The Digital Insight as we explore how over-the-top (OTT) TV subscription brands consistently show ‘narcissistic’ tendencies, which can erode subscriber trust and ultimately make them disloyal.This is part one of a three-part series with Bhavesh, as we explore the Psychology of a Subscriber report. Stay tuned for parts two and three coming soon.Download the report now at:https://psychologyofasubscriber.com/
2020-08-2843 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastHow AI can truly be the key to enhancing procurement operations with Greg Watts, CEO, FindrIn the latest episode of The Digital Insight, we welcome Greg Watts, CEO of Findr - an AI platform that allows fintechs to identify, assess and connect with prospective partners. In this episode we explore the notion that, while digital transformation is touted as the solution to back-office procurement functions, there hasn’t yet been enough attention to how AI-driven tools can affect the strategic issues that underpin procurement and supply chain management, hampering the sector’s ability to truly reap the rewards of AI.
2020-08-2146 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastInnovation through hardship with Marius Galdikas, CEO of ConnectPayMarius Galdikas, CEO of ConnectPay, sits down with The Digital Insight to talk about why the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a spike in digital banking fraud, the upsides of this difficult time from a fintech perspective, and the future of cash in an increasingly online society.
2020-08-0721 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastAgility, innovation and diversity with Carlene Jackson, CEO of Cloud9 InsightCarlene Jackson, CEO of Cloud9 Insight - who has multiple 'top female entrepreneur' list entries under her belt - chats with us about cloud technology, the importance of business agility, and the vital role diversity has to play in the modern workplace.
2020-07-3029 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastWhat is strategic procurement? with Jeremy Bowley, Insider ProThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Jeremy Bowley of Insider Pro, a company that orchestrates supply chains and operations to improve profitability, remove constraints to growth and eliminate risks.In this episode, Dale asks Jeremy if there’s any truth to the notion that procurement has an image problem, we take a look at what strategic procurement actually means and how that's changing thanks to the COVID pandemic, and Dale also puts him on the spot as he asks, in this time where we are all reflecting on how we can change and improve, what wo...
2020-07-2336 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDigital Transformation: The Trilogy. Part 3: Culture. With Dr. Paul J. BailoIn the third and final part of his digital transformation trilogy, Dr Paul J. Bailo, a digital thought leader par excellence, discusses the reasons why culture is the glue which binds every element of the transformation process.
2020-07-1628 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastProtect and regenerate with David Ingram, Chief Procurement Officer at UnileverProtect and regenerate: Preserving resources for future generationsThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes David Ingram, CPO of Unilever, who discusses the company's $1bn investment towards protecting the environment, and what that means for the future of this Earth.
2020-07-1021 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDifferentiate with digital - by Laurence Parkes, CEO of digital agency Rufus LeonardDifferentiate with digital: Designing your digital experience ecosystem “There's an increasing challenge for organisations to orchestrate the digital experience across multiple third-party and owned platforms,” says Laurence Parkes, CEO of digital agency Rufus Leonard.
2020-07-0227 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDigital Transformation: The Trilogy. Part 2: Planning. With Dr. Paul J. BailoDr Paul J. Bailo, a digital thought leader par excellence, takes us through the importance of planning to a successful digital transformation programme.
2020-06-2627 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDigital Transformation: The Trilogy. Part 1: Leadership. With Dr. Paul J. BailoDr Paul J. Bailo, a digital thought leader par excellence, takes us through the importance of leadership to a successful digital transformation programme.
2020-06-1829 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCould COVID-19 be the tipping point for Digital Transformation in Procurement?Will COVID-19 be the tipping point for digital transformation in Procurement? That was the questions asked by Ivalua as part of a recent study, and the question that Alex Saric, CMO of Ivalua, sits down to explore in today’s episode.We also look at whether COVID-19 has propelled the digital procurement conversation forward or held it back as organisations look at cutting costs during uncertain times? And we ask: what will become of the traditional supplier relationship model and what role will digital solutions continue to play in defining the supplier relationships of the future?...
2020-06-1231 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastUnlocking edge computing with Miles Schofield, Technical Solutions Engineer, AopenMiles Schofield, Technical Solutions Engineer at Aopen. As a leading manufacturer of computing devices, including digital signage, Aopen’s devices are ideal for analytics, surveillance, vending, machine vision and much more. As I sit down with Miles, we explore Aopen’s value proposition, the ever-shifting conversation and market surrounding edge computing including the shift from one-time installation and high maintenance costs to Aopen’s much more reliable and cost-effective solution and we also look at how Aopen is bringing thermal imaging solutions into a newly emerging US market.
2020-06-0445 minThe CPOstrategy Podcast"Nuisance" expenses and moving from checkers to high level chess with Rich Ham, CEO of Fine TuneRich Ham, CEO of Fine Tune joins the Digital Insight to discuss why the world needs a company like Fine Tune, how it works with clients to deal with ‘nuisance’ expenses, and how it specialises in categories where procurement - for all their best intentions in becoming more strategic and driving value - tends to fail. New to The Digital Insight? Subscribe now!
2020-05-2948 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCOVID-19 and the redefining of procurementThe Digital Insight is joined by three fantastic guests; Ian Thompson - Regional Director, Ivalua, Iain Campbell McKenna - Managing Director - Sourcing Solved and Jon Hansen, Writer and Speaker - Procurement Insights. Together, we look to explore the crucial role that procurement is playing as we navigate the COVID19 pandemic. We closely examine how the strategic evolution of procurement (through transformational change) is now well and truly under the spotlight and we also try to imagine what the future of procurement will look like in a post COVID19 world. New to The Digital In...
2020-05-0557 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastInverto & the state of procurement during COVID19The Digital Insight welcomes Lance Younger, Managing Director of Inverto and Jonathan Sing, Project Manager at Inverto.,In this episode, we discuss how, as the spotlight is well and truly shining on the function, COVID19 will represent a defining moment in the history of procurement while also playing a key role in defining its future.
2020-04-3042 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastTania Seary, Founder of Procurious, on 'falling in love' with procurementTania Seary, one of the most globally influential members of the procurement & supply chain world joins the Digital Insight to discuss what made her fall in love’ with procurement and how Procurious, the world's first and leading online business network dedicated to procurement and supply chain professionals, was truly ‘ahead of its time. Tania also explores how COVID-19 will be a truly defining moment in the future of procurement.
2020-04-2034 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastSarah Golley, VP of Transformation at Virgin Media, puts people first in digital transformationFor the latest episode of The Digital Insight, we travelled down to Reading to speak with Sarah Golley, VP of Digital Transformation at Virgin Media. Sarah explores how a digital transformation is nothing without the people and the customers at the heart of it all.Read the full feature in Issue 10 now!New to The Digital Insight? Subscribe now!
2020-04-0322 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastLars Feldskou, Group CPO of Danish Crown, discusses a centralised global procurement functionThis episode of The Digital Insight was recorded in Denmark, where we spoke with Lars Feldskou, Group CPO of Danish Crown regarding the company’s massive procurement transformation to build up an agile and fully centralised global professional procurement department
2020-03-3022 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPart 2: Dr Marcell Vollmer on the most important asset to digital transformationThis week’s Digital Insight welcomes back Dr. Marcell Vollmer, Chief Innovation Officer at Celonis, for part two of his digital transformation discussion.In this episode, we discuss the most important asset to any organisation undergoing digital transformation: the people. New to The Digital Insight? Subscribe now!
2020-03-2718 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJonathan Sims, Chief Procurement Officer, ENGIE, and a massive procurement transformationThe Digital Insight travelled to London to speak with Jonathan Sims, Chief Procurement Officer for the UK and Ireland business for ENGIE, as he talks us through a massive procurement transformation.
2020-03-2518 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPart 1: Dr Marcell Vollmer, Chief Innovation Officer at Celonis, discusses some of the biggest pitfalls in digital transformationThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Dr Marcell Vollmer, Chief Innovation Officer, Celonis, as we discuss some of the biggest pitfalls in digital transformation and how best to overcome them and successfully navigate this ever-evolving journey. Stay tuned for Part 2...
2020-03-2023 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPart 2: Pat Lynes, Founder & CEO of Sullivan & Stanley on digital transformationWelcome to part two of The Digital Insight’s discussion with Pat Lynes, Founder and CEO of Sullivan & Stanley. In this episode, Lynes explores the concept of operational buy-in and engagement through digital transformation and he also tells us how Sullivan & Stanley works with organisations to deliver strategic change teams on demand.
2020-03-1119 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPart 1: Pat Lynes, Founder & CEO of Sullivan & Stanley, discusses digital transformationThe Digital Insight welcomes Pat Lynes, Founder and CEO of Sullivan & Stanley. In part one of a two-part discussion, we explore how digital transformation has forced companies to rethink their operating models particularly when it comes to the skill sets and capabilities required.
2020-03-0423 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastAlejandro Alvarez, Partner: Operations Performance at Ayming, discusses the impact of the coronavirus on global supply chainsWith the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus dominating the global news, what impact will this have on global supply chains? Alejandro Alvarez, Partner: Operations Performance at Ayming, joins the Digital Insight as we discuss, with China’s role so crucial in the global supply chain, how businesses may soon be affected more than people realise.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2020-02-2617 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMichael Cadieux, Founder of the Procurement Foundry, is back to talk about the role of the procurement professionalThe Digital Insight welcomes back Michael Cadiuex, procurement fanatic and founder of Procurement Foundry, as he discusses the role of the professional as the procurement function continues to evolve. It's time for the professional to truly get to know the business around them.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2020-02-2430 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMichael Cadieux, Founder of the Procurement Foundry, talks about making procurement coolThe latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Michael Cadieux, a procurement industry fanatic obsessed with making procurement cool, and the founder of Procurement Foundry, to pick apart exactly why procurement needs to be made cool and how Michael plans to achieve that. Michael also details why the Procurement Foundry is the world's premier sourcing industry community.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2020-02-1430 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJohn Adams, Group Chief Procurement Officer, Barratt Development, talks about a well-equipped supply chainIn this episode of The Digital Insight, we travelled to London to speak with John Adams, Group CPO of Barratt Development, as he explores how the company’s competitive edge comes from a supply chain that is well equipped and capable of catering to the demands of today, and of tomorrow. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2020-02-1120 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastRanjit Rajan, Digital Transformation Thought Leader & Advisor, talks about the impact of digital transformationThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Ranjit Rajan, a thought leader on the impact of digital transformation on economies, business, and the technology industry, with a specialization in the emerging markets of the Middle East and Africa.In this episode, we explore the digital transformation and innovation curve of the UAE, the challenges and overall progress of the UAE Vision 2021, and we look at how technology and innovation can help establish the UAE as one of the happiest countries in the world.
2020-01-2444 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastRob Galbraith, global insuretech leader and "the most interesting man in insurance"The Digital Insight welcomes a man who has been described as many things: a global insuretech leader; an inspiration; a mentor, and even the ‘WD-40’ of insurance. Today, we welcome him as Rob Galbraith, an industry leader in fintech, a popular keynote speaker and the author of Amazon bestseller, The End Of Insurance As We Know It. Robert explores the current insuretech landscape and how, despite lagging behind other industry sectors, insuretech is a space of great opportunity and even greater risk.
2020-01-1641 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDan Jelfs, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Mobica, discusses the impending digital revolutionIn the latest episode of The Digital Insight we speak to Dan Jelfs, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Mobica.Dan believes that, as a result of increased connectivity between everyone and everything, we are on the cusp of a digital revolution. Dan also explores how this has made technology more pervasive and a key driver of strategic change to businesses and their business models.
2020-01-1024 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJon Vass, the Global Industry Lead at Tradeshift, discusses procurement technology and the shift in perspectives towards technologyThe latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Jon Vass, the Global Industry Lead at Tradeshift, to discuss procurement technology and the shift in perspectives within procurement and supply chains towards technology, and how it has changed the way in which organizations connect and engage with suppliers. We also explore Jon's role as a panelist at Asia Pacific Procurement Congress 2019, which looked at how organizations can navigate the increasing complexities which make procurement more challenging than ever before. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-12-1934 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastLutz Beck, CIO of Daimler Trucks North America, talks about its digital transformation into a connected companyDaimler Trucks North America's CIO, Lutz Beck, speaks to the Digital Insight to coincide with its feature in the Winter Edition of Interface Magazine.Lutz talks about technology, noting that digital transformation is actually a "culture shift."Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-12-1727 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJohn Vickery, BT's Principal Technology Partner for Enterprise, explains how the company is harnessing innovationIn this week's episode, we speak to BT's John Vickery, Principal Technology Partner for Enterprise, to discuss innovation and digital transformation.John talks about how BT is going 'beyond limits' to deliver digital transformation, with 5G a key aspect."BT is going beyond connectivity, beyond limits, to deliver digital transformation to our customers and 5G is just one part of that."Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-12-1725 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner, discusses his 10 predictions for the year aheadThe Digital Insight, welcomes Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner back for part five of a six-part supply chain masterclass. In this episode, Frank explores the business of supply chain outlook for 2020 as he details his 10 predictions for the year ahead.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-12-0640 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMartin Lee, Chief Procurement Officer at KPMG, on digital transformation in procurementThe Digital Insight welcomes Martin Lee, Chief Procurement Officer at KPMG. In this exclusive episode, Martin explores how a digital transformation of procurement, centered around spend control, brings greater value for KPMG. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-11-2915 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPaul Bailo, Chief Digital Data Officer, on the secrets to a successful digital transformationThe Digital Insight welcomes Paul J. Bailo, who is widely recognised in the industry as a leading digital strategy expert. Paul calls himself the "Chief Digital Officer of Chief Digital Officers" and prides himself on being the "voice of reason" for Fortune 500 companies.In this episode, Paul discusses the definition of "digital" and the secrets to undertaking a successful digital transformation.
2019-11-2825 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMarc Imowitz, Senior Vice President of Procurement at TricorBraun, explores the idea of procurement transformationThe Digital Insight welcomes Marc Imowitz, Senior Vice President of Procurement at TricorBraun, to explore the idea of transformation of both the role of procurement and that of the procurement professional.Imowitz also speaks to the need to communicate and champion the people in any procurement transformation, stressing the importance of taking time to stop and smell the roses along the way.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-11-2235 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastMike Dargan, Group CIO of UBS, on shifting its digital strategy and transforming itself into a truly digital bankThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes back Mike Dargan, Group CIO of UBS, the world’s largest wealth manager. This is the second in a series of interviews with Mike about how UBS is shifting its digital strategy and transforming itself into a truly digital bank. This episode focuses on agile transformation, engineering culture and how this is changing the way UBS is delivering technology for its clients.Subscribe to The Digital Insight
2019-11-0816 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCJ Das, CIO of SimpleTire, looks to answer a simple question: what is digital transformation?The latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes CJ Das, CIO of SimpleTire. With over 20 years of experience from being a software manager to becoming a chief digital officer and in his current role as CIO, CJ looks to answer a simple question, what is digital transformation?
2019-11-0441 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastLisa Moyle, Director of Strategy - Fintech, at VC Innovations, discusses how to embrace innovationThe latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Lisa Moyle, Director of Strategy at VC Innovations. Lisa discusses the disruptive market that is financial services, and she explores what it means to seek out and embrace innovation - whether you're an incumbent or a startup. Lisa also discusses how VC Innovations works to enable businesses to demonstrate thought leadership and expertise, educate the market on new solutions and products develop and maintain business relationships and associate their brands to a community, theme, or subject.
2019-10-2432 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastGeorge Booth, Chief Procurement Officer at Lloyds Banking Group, talks big data, AI and blockchainIn the latest episode of The Digital Insight, George Booth, Chief Procurement Officer at Lloyds Banking Group explores risk assurance and whether it's become a top priority for the CPO of today. George also talks about how big data, AI, and blockchain are redefining the sourcing function and in turn, redefining the role of the procurement professional. We also discuss how, in the digital age, balancing the need to identify and onboard new fintechs with a need to protect the business from inherent risks cause significant challenges, but also opportunity.
2019-10-1132 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJim Marous and Sonia Wedrychowicz discuss how digital transformation is more than just technologyThe latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Jim Marous, internationally recognised financial industry strategist, and the publisher of the Digital Banking Report and Sonia Wedrychowicz, an experienced technology transformation professional, having worked in the business management and corporate consumer banking across Europe, North America, and Asia for over 25 years. Jim and Sonia discuss how digital transformation is more than technology and explore the leadership and cultural issues surrounding digital transformation in banking.Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-10-0444 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastJay Weintraub, CEO & Founder of InsureTech Connect, on the digital transformation of insuranceJay Weintraub, Founder and CEO of InsureTech Connect, joins The Digital Insight as he explores the digital transformation of insurance and how InsureTech Connect has become the largest, most focused and relevant gathering of insurance industry executives, entrepreneurs and investors in the world.
2019-09-2534 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastPhil Jordan, Group CIO at Sainsbury's, discusses Sainsbury's Tech: a brand new tech division delivering integrated solutionsThe Digital Insight speaks exclusively to Sainsbury's Group CIO, Phil Jordan, who is helping to head up its new tech division that delivers integrated solutions across all Sainsbury's brands and channels. You can read the full interview with Phil and his team in September's issue of Interface Magazine!Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!
2019-09-1326 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastBo Dungal, Disruptional Evangelist of Group Procurement at Danske Bank, explores the concept of procurement innovationBo Dungal, a Disruptional Evangelist of Group Procurement at Danske Bank, explores the concept of procurement innovation and how he works with Danske Bank to identify and develop ways to bring value way beyond the traditional role of procurement. In particular, Bo explores vendor and partner enabled innovation and how it is key to achieving success in procurement.
2019-09-0633 minThe CPOstrategy Podcast‘Think Like Amazon’: John Rossman on digital transformationIn this very special episode, John Rossman, Managing Partner at Rossman Partners explores the concept of digital transformation as well as his book - ‘Think Like Amazon’. With companies constantly referring to the Amazon Effect, he calls upon his time at Amazon to layout 50 and a half ideas that businesses and organisations should consider as they look to transform their operations, embrace innovation and prepare for the next era of business. Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe now!
2019-08-3035 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastIan Moyse, EMEA Sales Director at Natterbox, discusses the need to be agile as a technology professionalIan Moyse, EMEA sales director at Natterbox Limited, explores what he describes as one of the most important skill sets in the modern day - the need for acceptance, the receptiveness of innovation and digitisation, and the ability to be agile as a technology professional.Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-08-2237 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCarolyn Chin-Parry, Woman of the Year - Women in IT Asia Awards, discusses the challenges of digital transformationRecently crowned the IT Woman of The Year at the 2019 Women IT Asia Awards, Carolyn Chin-Parry is a true digital leader, having worked with a number of companies around the world to embrace digital transformation. In this episode, Carolyn speaks to the challenge of transformation as well as the successes and we explore her passion for humanising digital transformation where no one is left behind as we continue our journey into the new digital era.Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-08-1635 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner, explores the concept of transforming organisational structuresPart four of a six-part supply chain masterclass with Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner, Supply Chain, Gartner. In this episode, Frank explores the concept of transforming organisational structures and talent development in order to prepare for the next era of business growth.“Companies that really understand and develop the talent they have, while also looking from the outside to consistently bring new talent into the business are winners in tomorrow's marketplaces." - Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner, Supply Chain, Gartner.Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-08-0830 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastNatalia Graves, experienced Chief Procurement Officer, explains the complexities of digital transformation in procurementThe Digital Insight is joined by Natalia Graves, an experienced CPO professional who has recently overseen a procurement transformation at Veeam Software. Natalia emphasises how important it is for modern procurement professionals to look beyond procurement and understand the wider business strategy.Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-07-2229 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Konieczny, Chief Technology Officer of the U.S. Air Force, discusses the changing role of the CTOThis week, the Digital Insight’s exclusive podcast is delighted to welcome Frank Konieczny, Chief Technology Officer of the U.S. Air Force.Frank discusses the changing role of the CTO and the importance of remaining mission focused in an ever-evolving technological world…Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-07-1132 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastGary Steen, TalkTalk's MD for Technology, Change & Security, discusses the telco’s disruptive, pioneering spiritTalkTalk’s Managing Director of Technology, Change, and Security, Gary Steen, reveals its commitment to thinking, and acting, differently in a highly competitive marketplace…Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-06-1244 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDr. Preston Butler, Jr., Director of Procurement and Subcontracts at Vinnell Arabia reveals his vision of procurement excellenceThe Digital Insight talks exclusively to Dr. Preston Butler, Jr., Director of Procurement and Subcontracts at Vinnell Arabia to discuss the constant evolution of the procurement function.“We have to make sure that when we think about procurement holistically, it’s not just procurement alone,” he says. “It's the entire supply chain process that must be considered.”
2019-06-1251 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastNeill Hart, Head of Enablement at CSI, explains digital acceleration, digital disruption & the digital threatThis week’s compelling podcast from The Digital Insight features CSI’s Neill Hart who takes us on a ‘Journey to the Cloud’.CSI acts as a middle ground between the strategy and execution of digital transformation and using utility or cloud computing.“Because not everybody is approaching the cloud in the same way,” Neill explains. “And we need to be quite flexible in the way that we take our offerings to market.” Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-06-1026 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner discusses the strategic power of supply chain excellence operating systemsThis week, in the third episode of a six-part supply-chain masterclass, Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner, reveals how supply chain excellence operating systems can really help build the muscle of an organisation, as enterprises evolve and react to volatile markets, increased competition and rising customer expectations.
2019-06-0344 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastCraig Stewart, Senior VP Product Management, SnapLogic discusses how cloud has enabled AI and Machine LearningThis week, the Digital Insight’s exclusive podcast welcomes Craig Stewart, Senior Vice President Product Management, SnapLogic, the commercial software company that provides Integration Platform as a Service tool.Craig discusses how technologies such as AI and Machine Learning can actually help to address the current global skills gap in tech through innovative approaches to upskilling…
2019-05-2828 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastDr. Marcell Vollmer, Chief Digital Officer of SAP Ariba, discusses procurement in the 4th industrial revolutionThis week we are joined exclusively by Procurement Influencer and SAP Ariba's Chief Digital Officer Dr. Marcell Vollmer.Marcell examines the integral elements to a successful procurement transformation and how it aligns with, and helps steer, a company’s strategic aims.A fantastic and inspiring listen.
2019-05-1728 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastRachel McElroy, Sales & Marketing Director at Cranford Group discusses Women in UK tech.This week, we are joined by Rachel McElroy, Sales and Marketing Director at cloud specialists Cranford Group, who discusses how women could provide the answer to the skills shortage in UK tech.
2019-05-0821 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Vorrath, Executive Partner at Gartner, on the hidden potential of a strategy driven supply chainThis week is part two of a six-part supply chain master class with Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner Supply Chain at Gartner.Frank has years of experience working on the frontline of supply chain management, and this week he's detailing the hidden potential of a strategy-driven supply chain.
2019-04-2622 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastExclusive Interview with CIO of the year, Vennard Wright, CIO of Washington Suburban Sanitary CommissionIn this weeks episode, we chat with Vennard Wright, CIO of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC).Vennard Wright, twice voted ‘CIO of the Year’, is the man entrusted with driving massive changes across the WSSC.Vennard speaks exclusively to The Digital Insight regarding digital transformation, diversity in the workplace and Hillary Clinton…
2019-04-1533 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastExclusive Interview with Sam Achampong FCIPS, Regional Head & General Manager, MENA at CIPSSam gives us the lowdown on the procurement space in Middle East and North Africa touching upon ethical sourcing, sustainability within the supply chain and the rise of new technologies set to transform procurement in the region.An episode not to be missed!Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-04-1030 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastExclusive Interview with Dennis Hodges, CIO of Inteva ProductsWe chat to Dennis Hodges, Chief Information Officer of the major automotive component manufacturer, Inteva Products.We talk to Dennis about the raft of changes the industry is undergoing and the role technology is playing in the Inteva transformation.
2019-04-1016 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastExclusive Interview with Martin Starcke, Director Global Operational Procurement at LEO PharmaWe chat to Martin Starcke, Director Global Operational Procurement at LEO Pharma.Martin speaks to us about how the Denmark based pharmaceutical company is using not only technology, but people and processes to revolutionize its supply chain management and procurement processes.
2019-04-0814 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastFrank Vorrath, Executive Partner at Gartner, on digital transformation within supply chainWelcome to The Digital Insights exclusive interview with Frank Vorrath of Gartner.Frank is the Executive Partner: Supply Chain for Chief Supply Chain Officers and Chief Operating Officers.This episode is part one of a six episode series with Frank, covering the full spectrum of Supply Chain Transformation and the Digitalisation journey.This week, Frank sketches out what digital transformation actually means in supply chain management.
2019-04-0321 minThe CPOstrategy PodcastThe Digital Insight: Exclusive interview with Mike Dargan, Group CIO at UBSWelcome to The Digital Insight's exclusive interview with Mike Dargan, Group CIO at Switzerland based bank UBS, discussing their 5 pillars to digital transformation and the cultural change that follows.Don't miss out on another episode - subscribe for free now!
2019-03-2217 min
The CPOstrategy PodcastDigital Insight - Phil Moss, Procurement for HousingIn the first episode of the podcast, we talk to Phil Moss, CTO at Procurement for Housing. In the interview, we talk about the barriers facing the construction and housing sectors when it comes to digital transformation.
2019-01-2220 min