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Tech for Founder Podcast with Panida Wayrojpitak#79 - Don’t Start AI Without This FrameworkBuild faster, launch smarter: https://techforfounder.com/In this episode, Michael Schank, founder of Process Inventory Advisors, explains why documenting business processes is critical before implementing AI. Addressing data quality issues and common semantic structures, he introduces his framework for creating a detailed process inventory, which aligns data and activities in organizations. Michael also discusses the benefits of a digital twin for organizations, illustrating with real-life examples and addressing common founder concerns. Learn how process clarity can drive operational excellence and safeguard against inefficiencies.(00:00) Introduction to AI and Data Quality Issues(00:22) Meet Michael Schank: Framework for AI Implementation(00:38) Understanding...2025-08-0520 min
Thriving ThroughE28 From Corporate Consultant to Process Pioneer: How Michael Schank is Revolutionizing Business Transformation with his Proven Framework | Michael SchankIn this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Michael Schank, founder of Process Inventory Advisors and author of "Digital Transformation Success." We talk about how understanding and mapping your business processes is the critical missing link in successful transformation efforts, and why even small consulting practices need a clear process roadmap to thrive. Michael also shares his entrepreneurial journey from corporate consulting to building his own practice and the surprising marketing lessons he's learned along the way. 3:35 - Understanding process as a foundation8:42 - Marketing approaches that actually work19:55 - Building quality partnerships2025-07-3134 min
Leman Tech Leadership Podcast#74 | From Consulting Giants to Process Excellence w/ Michael Schank▶︎ #74 | From Consulting Giants to Process Excellence w/ Michael SchankJoin your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for an insightful episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as we engage in a conversation with Michael Schank, an experienced manager with a rich background in consulting and the author of "Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework." Michael, the rich contributor to the process inventory approach, shares his expertise on leading teams across both consulting and non-consulting environments.In this episode, we explore the distinct differences between these two w...2025-07-1755 min
Project FluxAI Won’t Work If You Don’t Fix THIS FirstSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of the Project Flux podcast, Michael Schank, a digital transformation consultant and author, discusses the complexities of digital transformation, the importance of alignment within organizations, and the role of AI in enhancing processes. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of business processes through the Process Inventory Framework, which helps organizations identify inefficiencies and align their strategies. The conversation also touches on the challenges of cultural change in adopting new technologies and the future implications of AI in business.Takeaways2025-07-0439 min
Mastering Tech GrowthProcess Mapping Yourself Away From Organisational Complexity and Chaos with Michael SchankFor today’s episode, Mike is joined by Michael Schank, the founder of Process Inventory Advisors and the author of Digital Transformation Success. For over two decades, Michael has helped companies clean up the way they work so they can grow without the chaos. Today, Michael walks us through his process and inventory framework. He breaks down the simple steps most startups skip which lead to small bits of waste within their processes that have a huge impact on their growth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
If you don´t map your processes you are wasting a huge amount of...2025-06-111h 07
Tapas & PretzelsS02E14 - Navigating Digital Transformation SuccessIn this podcast episode, Inga Glotzbach, Tim Biedenkapp, and David Roldán Martínez engage with Michael Schank, a leading voice in digital transformation. They discuss the complexities of organizational transformations, the high failure rates, and the importance of a process inventory. Michael emphasizes the need for a semantic model to align business capabilities with processes, the role of governance, and the impact of AI on jobs. The conversation also touches on the significance of data in automation and the necessity of starting small to scale transformation efforts effectively.Excited to explore more or want to join us...2025-05-2126 min
The Water Trough- We can't make you drink, but we will make you think!Building a Future-Ready Business: Expert Talk with Michael SchankUnlock the secrets to digital transformation with insights from @MichaelSchank, author of 'Digital Transformation Success.' Discover how aligning processes can drive efficiency and innovation in your business. Listen to our conversation on The Water Trough podcast! You can find ‘Digital Transformation Success’ on Amazon. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn or learn more at https://processinventory.com/. 2025-04-1629 min
Let's talk Transformation : The business leaders podcastDigital Transformation Success with Michael Schank"In Digital transformation the disconnect that exists across teams, frameworks and deliverables is always very clear."Michael and I discuss this trio and what it means for successful transformation. Digital transformation initiatives often suffer from disconnects across teams, frameworks, and deliverables, and many organisations face complexities arising from disparate people, technologies, and data that have evolved without a unified plan. This confusion inhibits effective collaboration and knowledge sharing among teams, with employees often lacking a comprehensive understanding of the broader organisational landscape.We discuss Michael’s Process Inventory Framework which ensures that even seemingly non-core pr...2025-04-1440 min
Marc KramerMichael Schank author of "Digital Transformation Success"Marc Kramer, host of the award winning The Best Business Minds, interviews Michael Schank author of "Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework"2025-04-061h 02
CLICK BOOM FLASH - Geschichten aus der Fotowelt# 27 Geburtstag: Ein Jahr voller AbenteuerGeschichten aus der Fotowelt
Wir feiern ein Jahr Click Boom Flash und dafür haben wir als Einstimmung in die Weihnachtspause noch einmal einen Zusammenschnitt aus allen 26 Folgen produziert, zum Erinnern oder als kleiner Teaser für noch ungehörte Folgen. Im Januar geht es dann fröhlich weiter mit neuen Gästen und Folgen rund um Fotos und die Abenteuer dahinter.
Ein großes Dankeschön an unsere Bildspezialisten und Gäste in zeitlicher Reihenfolge sortiert:
Astrofotografie: Stefan Liebermann
Bordfoto- und Videografie: Rebecca Hochstätter und Carmen Liebig
Blog-Strategie: André Leisner2024-12-0833 min
What's Your Baseline? Enterprise Architecture & Business Process Management DemystifiedEp. 79 - GRC From a Process Perspective: Michael SchankGRC — three letters that scare a lot of people. So much that they like to avoid thinking of risks and compliance at all.But don’t be afraid (quite the opposite), GRC can not only be an addition to your artifacts to make them better, they can also benefit to your program by “having the ear” of influential people in your organization … who, by coincidence, can generate budget out of nowhere, it seems.
And we are happy to welcome Michael Schank (again) who has worked in that space in the financial industry for years.
Michael is...2024-11-1849 min
Healthcare HodgepodgeDigital Transformation and Operational Excellence Programs with Michael SchankMichael Schank is Founder and Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors LLC. He has over 25 years of experience as a management consultant in the financial services industry, advising clients on technology, process, risk, and large-scale business and digital transformations. His book, Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework shares how to drive a new level of operating efficiency and agility necessary to thrive in this digital era.
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BPM360 Podcast - Covering Every AngleKicking Off Season 2 with Michael Schank: Unveiling the Blueprint for Digital Transformation SuccessIn the first episode of BPM360's second season, hosts Caspar and Russell welcome Michael Schank, the esteemed author of Digital Transformation Success, to discuss his journey, insights, and the critical elements of effective digital transformation. Here are the 10 key takeaways:Process Inventory as the Foundation: Schank emphasizes the importance of creating a comprehensive process inventory to serve as the backbone of any digital transformation effort, ensuring alignment and reducing chaos.The Role of Business Architecture: Understanding that business capabilities must connect to processes is essential; processes are where the abstract becomes tangible and...2024-09-0657 min
Risk Management ShowThe Power of a Business-Integrated Risk Management Approach with Michael SchankIn this episode of the Risk Management Show podcast we welcome Michael Schank, a seasoned management consultant with over 25 years of experience in financial services. Michael discusses the limitations of traditional Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs and introduces the Process Inventory Framework, a methodology he developed to improve risk management, compliance, and strategic decision-making. Key Topics: Michael’s Career Path: His journey in risk management and founding Process Inventory Advisors LLC. Why Traditional ERM Programs Fail: Blind spots, data quality issues, and confusion in operating models. The Process Inventory Framework: Ho...2024-08-1426 min
The Enterprise Learning PodcastThe Secret Behind Digital Transformation Success with Michael Schank |ELA Episode 5|
In this episode of the Enterprise Learning Architect, our guest Michael Schank discusses the concept of digital transformation and the importance of defining success in transformation initiatives. He'll explain to us that digital transformation involves leveraging new technologies to change business models and improve customer experiences. However, he notes that many transformation initiatives fail due to challenges such as lack of alignment, complexity, and overwhelming processes. Join us in this episode to learn more about how to make transformation work for your team.
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...2024-07-2242 minRisk Management ShowEnhancing Enterprise Risk Management Through Process Capability with Michael SchankIn this episode of Global Risk Community Chat, we delve into enhancing enterprise risk management through process capability with Michael Schank, a seasoned consultant with extensive experience at Accenture, EY, Citibank, and Bank of America. Michael introduces his groundbreaking Process Inventory Framework, which he details in his book "Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework". This framework is designed to unify teams by creating a common language tailored to business needs, which in turn enhances risk assessments and control designs across various enterprise levels. We discussed how this approach n...2024-05-0211 min
Deep LeadershipNavigating Digital Transformation with Michael SchankToday, I’m joined by Michael Schank, and we're talking about Navigating Digital Transformation. Michael is the Founder and Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors. He has over 25 years of experience as a management consultant in the financial services industry. He advises clients on technology, process, risk, and large-scale business and digital transformations. His latest book is called Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework. In this book, Michael shares how to drive a new level of operating efficiency and agility that is necessary to thrive in this digital era. I’m excited to h...2024-04-1738 min
Becoming PreferredMichael Schank – Achieving Digital Transformation SuccessSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 30Episode Overview:It’s no secret that the enormous complexity involved in an organizational digital transformation can hinder its success. Consequently, some 70 percent of digital initiatives fail to meet their goals. Failure can put an organization at a severe competitive disadvantage, and in some cases, can be fatal. Executing on a solid digital transformation journey is a significant undertaking that demands leadership commitment, thoughtful planning, and rigorous execution. In this episode, my guest, Michael Schank will be sharing invaluable strategies and frameworks on how to successfully tackle digital transformation. So whether you...2024-04-1535 min
Enterprise Podcast Network – EPNBest Practices to Deliver on Your Organization’s Digital TransformationMichael Schank, the Founder and Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors LLC joins Enterprise Radio. His new book is "Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment … Read more The post Best Practices to Deliver on Your Organization’s Digital Transformation appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.2024-03-2018 min
Get Down To Business with Scott "Shalom" KleinPodcast of “Get Down To Business” – 02/18/2024 - Ryan Atkinson, Stephen Morris, Dr. Lise (Leese) Janelle and Michael SchankJoin Scott "Shalom" Klein on his weekly radio show, Get Down To Business with guests:
Ryan Atkinson
Stephen Morris
Dr. Lise (Leese) Janelle
Michael Schank
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What's Your Baseline? Enterprise Architecture & Business Process Management DemystifiedWYB Shorts 12 - Writing a book: Michael SchankYou might have heard it in the last episode of the podcast (Ep. 59: Process Inventory), that our guest Michael Schank has written a book ;-)
That triggered two things with us - first, making a WYB Shorts about the process of writing a book and become a published author, and second, nudging Michael for a giveaway of three books to some randomly drawn winners.
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Follow @whatsyourbaseline on LinkedIn (here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatsyourbaseline/),
Add a comment to one of the LinkedIn posts that advertise...2023-12-1111 min
What's Your Baseline? Enterprise Architecture & Business Process Management DemystifiedEp. 59 - Process Inventory: Michael SchankHow do you plan your transformation? By looking out of the window or asking your two best friends? Or would it be better if you had an overview of all the things that your organization does - in the form of a process inventory?
Michael is a distinguished thought leader and executive, specializing in addressing Digital Transformation and Operational Excellence challenges through his innovative, process-based framework. With over 25 years of experience in the Financial Services industry, he has primarily served as a management consultant, empowering clients with forward-thinking solutions in technology, processes, and risk and spearheading large-scale...2023-12-0459 min
Digital Transformation PodcastUsing a Process Inventory FrameworkMichael Schank discusses his book “Digital Transformation Success” and how to deliver results with a process inventory framework. Michael is Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors and has held tech leadership roles at Accenture, Bank of America, Citi Bank and E&Y. Listen as we explore the framework and how it can boost your success with digital transformation. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/guest 2023-11-0218 min
ChaosQueenAuf Wiedersehen! Die letzte FolgeNach vier Jahren geht ChaosQueen zu Ende. Es war eine tolle Zeit und diese Folge eine Hommage an die über hundert produzierten Episoden! Ich beantworte eure Fragen, verrate, welche Folge bis heute am häufigsten gehört wurde und welche Themen ich ein bisschen bereue. Was macht die ChaosQueen jetzt danach? Weiterarbeiten, weiterleben, weiter Geschichten erzählen. Die Welt der Podcasts ist groß und ich noch nicht bereit, sie ganz hinter mich zu lassen. 2023 wird zwar nicht mehr das Jahr von ChaosQueen, aber das Jahr von Elena! Ich muss für die letzten vier Jahre allen meinen Protagonist*innen und In...2023-01-1222 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 030 – Suspiria (1977) Suspiria (1977) d. Dario Argento written by: Dario Argento, Daria Nicolodi Starring: Jessica Harper Stefania Casini Flavio Bucci Udo Kier Joan Bennett This week on Total Movie Recall, we test our feminist bona fides and flex our rigorous academic muscles dissecting the precise and not-at-all haphazard imagery of Dario Argento's giallo horror film, Suspiria. Ryan fantasizes about disappearing into a Black Forest fairytale world where there are no problems and noted ballerina enthusiast Steve remains unimpressed with the technical rigors of this film. Cool col...2020-07-2000 min
Suspending the RulesMarijuana Legalization Bills Budding in CongressStates’ continuing push to legalize marijuana use – and the businesses that serve users – has sparked the interest of lawmakers on Capitol Hill. On this episode of “Suspending the Rules” from Bloomberg Government, legislative analysts Sarah Babbage, Michael Smallberg, Adam M. Taylor, and Adam Schank cut through the haze to break down cannabis-related measures Congress could take up.
Proposals include full-scale legalization, as well as smaller bills that would allow states to regulate it, give pot businesses access to the financial system, and relax regulations on medical research and veterans’ use, among other things.
Contact the BGOV podcast team at BGOVpodcast@bgov.com.
Ho...2019-04-2218 minSuspending the RulesWhite House Budget, House Transparency Bills on TapThe White House officially kicked off the fiscal 2020 spending fight today with a budget that proposes aggressive cuts to domestic spending and increases for the Defense Department. On this episode of Bloomberg Government's "Suspending the Rules," budget and appropriations reporter Jack Fitzpatrick and legislative analyst team lead Adam Schank look at the big picture of the budget and what comes next. The House is scheduled to take up several measures this week focused on transparency. They include calling for the Mueller report to be made public, investigating the assets of Russian president Vladimir Putin, and addressing financial crimes. In the...2019-03-1115 minSuspending the RulesDems Fight Emergency Order, Congress Tackles PrivacyDemocrats in the House have introduced a joint resolution to undo President Donald Trump's emergency declaration, which he's using to divert funding for his border wall. On this episode of Bloomberg Government's "Suspending the Rules," legislative analyst Michael Smallberg and team lead Adam Schank break down the issues involved and process moving forward. Among the dozens of committee and subcommittee hearings scheduled for this week are several examining data security, privacy laws, and corporate practices. In the second segment, BGOV legislative analyst Adam M. Taylor joins Smallberg to discuss the legislative push to enact the first comprehensive federal data security...2019-02-2515 minSuspending the RulesSenate GOP Preps First Spending Vote With Wall FundsThe Senate will act on legislation to open the government, fund the border wall, and make changes to asylum and other immigration programs. Democrats have rejected that proposal and the House is planning votes on a separate funding package this week. Adam Schank and Michael Smallberg from the Bloomberg Government legislative analyst team discuss the state of play on this week's episode of "Suspending the Rules." In the second segment, Bloomberg Law labor policy reporter Tyrone Richardson and BGOV legislative analyst Danielle Parnass discuss Democrats' recent proposal to increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, and the outlook for...2019-01-2213 minSuspending the RulesEthics, Health Care, Syria Top Hill Agenda This WeekHouse Democrats unveiled their first signature piece of legislation in the majority: H.R. 1, which would impose new ethics rules on federal officials, expand access to voting, and make changes to the campaign finance system. On this edition of "Suspending the Rules" from Bloomberg Government, legislative analysts Sarah Babbage and Michael Smallberg break down the bill and discuss the motives behind it, as well as its prospects. The House plans to take up two health-related bills this week, and the new House rules package allows the chamber to intervene in a lawsuit that could strike down the Affordable Care Act...2019-01-0715 minSuspending the RulesImmigration Stalls Spending Bills, FAA Deal Takes FlightImmigration debates related to the 2020 census, immigration courts, and the border wall are major hurdles as Congress faces a new Dec. 7 deadline to fully fund the government. On this week’s episode of Suspending the Rules, Bloomberg Government's Michael Smallberg breaks down some of these debates. Last week, the House passed a bill that would be the first long-term reauthorization for the Federal Aviation Administration since 2012. In the second segment, Bloomberg Government's Sarah Babbage and Shaun Courtney discuss what’s in the deal and why the multiyear extension has been stuck on the tarmac for so long. Hosts and Producers: Adam...2018-10-0117 min
For Real#9 Pride Month!This week, Kim and Alice dive into some new books and backlist reads to read during Pride Month (although, of course, they’re also great any time!).This week’s episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s Annotated, an audio documentary podcast series about books, language, and reading. Give it a listen!NEW BOOKSAlone Time by Stephanie RosenbloomTroublesome Science by Rob DeSalle and Ian TattersallThe Ambition Decisions by Hana Schank and Elizabeth Wallace90s Bitch by Allison YarrowSqueezed by Alissa Q...2018-06-2654 min