Accenture AI Leaders Podcast
58 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe Accenture AI Leaders Podcast series takes a closer look at industry trends, opportunities, and challenges related to AI, analytics, and data that are top of mind for CDOs, CAOs, and CIOs from leading organizations across the world. Listen in as these leaders talk one-on-one about their experiences driving AI-powered initiatives across their organizations.
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AI Leaders Podcast #58: Gen AI Fluency: Shaping Learning into a User-centered Experience
March 11, 2024 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIn this engaging podcast episode, Tracy Ring, Chief Data Officer and Global Head of Gen AI for Life Sciences at Accenture and Jeremy Forman, Executive Director of Data and AI at Seagen, now Pfizer, delve into the game-changing power of ongoing learning, highlighting its role in cultivating a sustainable culture that fosters Gen AI adoption within organizations. Explore their insights on the transformative impact of culture on business value as the starting point for a meaningful transformati...
AI Leaders Podcast #57: The Intersection of Human and Emotional AI
February 26, 2024 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBJoin Sanjay Podder, CTO for Responsible AI at Accenture, and Dr. Rana el Kaliouby, machine learning scientist, and AI pioneer, in a thought-provoking discussion on responsible AI practices, emphasizing human and emotional integration. Explore their insights into innovative approaches that foster a harmonious relationship between technology and humanity.
AI Leaders Podcast #56: Redefining the Data & Analytics Landscape with Gen AI
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode, Priya Raman, Corporate Data and AI Leader at Accenture engages in a conversation with Pinar Doelen, Chief Analytics Officer at SAP, delving into the pivotal impact of Gen AI surpassing traditional data analysis. Together, they explore how Gen AI synergizes with data analytics to reshape businesses, industries, and organizations, fostering a collaborative era where humans and AI work together. Join them as they discuss the innovative benefits arising from Gen AI's transformat...
AI Leaders Podcast #55: From Productivity to Creativity, The Real Value of Generative AI Pt.2
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this second episode about Generative AI and its influence in growth acceleration, Teresa Tung, May Habib, and Marc Appel exchange views about the impact of Generative AI from a trust perspective. They explore the implications of technology being accurate, legal, and transparent as part of a trustworthy reinvention of businesses and their processes.
AI Leaders Podcast #54: From Productivity to Creativity, The Real Value of Generative AI
January 09, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBExplore the transformative impact of generative AI in marketing at Accenture with Teresa Tung who is joined by May Habib, CEO of Writer, and Marc Appel. This episode delves into real productivity gains, growth acceleration, and team morale. Discover how generative AI goes beyond efficiency, shaping a future where innovation and engagement take center stage.
AI Leaders Podcast #53: Transforming Payments with Generative AI
October 30, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this podcast episode, Keri Smith, Global Banking Data & AI Lead, talks with Papa Faye, who leads embedded digital solutions at J.P. Morgan. The discussion revolves around generative AI and its impact on the field of payments. Traditional AI in payments relied on rule-based systems, while Gen AI is now capable of handling more complex and creative tasks like fraud detection and personalized customer interactions. The conversation also touches on the importance of responsible AI, data secur...
AI Leaders Podcast #52: Generative AI's Role in Business Innovation
October 09, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode we delve into the transformative force of Generative AI and its profound impact on businesses. Our guest, Charlie Stack, a seasoned expert in data analytics and AI, and Arnab Chakraborty, a Senior Managing Director at Accenture Data and AI, unravel the pivotal role Generative AI plays in reshaping business landscape. They discuss the intricate balance between risk and reward, emphasizing the need for a robust risk-reward apparatus. Discover insights into the rapid pace of cha...
AI Leaders Podcast #51: Short-term and Long-term Value with AI
September 18, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBJoin us for a deep dive into the dynamic world of AI, where we explore its strategic alignment with company goals and the delicate balance between innovation and sustainability. Hear how to weave AI objectives seamlessly into the fabric of overarching company strategies and discuss the critical challenge of resource allocation and balance between experimentation and vital company functions.
AI Leaders Podcast #50: AI and Machine Learning in the Utilities Industry
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBDive into a riveting conversation with distinguished experts, Scott Tinkler, Jan Erik Aase and Bob Lutz, as they unravel the game-changing potential of AI in the Utilities industry. Scott Tinkler, senior managing director at Accenture, brings his extensive industry experience to the table, discussing how utilities are embracing data analytics and AI to drive down costs and transform their operations. Bob Lutz, a partner at ISG, sheds light on the power of AI and machine learning in managing ...
AI Leaders Podcast #49: Health Equity in the Age of Data and AI
August 07, 2023 14:59 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this podcast episode we explore the global story of health disparities and the transformative potential of data and AI. Discover how new tools and technologies have opened unprecedented opportunities to address health inequalities on a global scale. Delve into the significance of data in health and wellness and how it can revolutionize our approach to healthcare. However, with these advancements come challenges that we must address. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how data-d...
AI Leaders Podcast #48: From Data to Value: Harnessing the Potential of Generative AI
July 24, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBJoin Chetna Sehgal, Senior Managing Director at Accenture and Global Practice Lead for the Accenture Google Business Group, in an enlightening conversation with Erwan Menard, Director of Product Management for Google Cloud AI, as they explore the transformative world of generative AI. From the impact on data privacy to the re-energizing of the workforce, they delve into the nuances, challenges, and opportunities presented by this technology. Discover how enterprises can harness the power of ...
AI Leaders Podcast #47: Leading Analytics Teams in Changing Times
July 10, 2023 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode, we dive into the operational dynamics of organization models utilized by data and analytics teams. Our guest, Lori Bieda, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at BMO, North American Personal and Business Bank, shares her invaluable insights. Lori delves into the pros and cons of these models, offering a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities they bring. Join us for this enlightening conversation as we unravel the intricacies of leading analytics teams in today's...
AI Leaders Podcast #46: Revolutionizing Biotech Through Data-Driven Marketing
June 19, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode, Tracy Ring, Accenture's Chief Data Officer and global generative AI lead for Life Sciences, interviews Walter Charles, General Manager of CSL Plasma. They explore CSL Plasma's transformation from analog to digital marketing, revolutionizing their business. Facing challenges during the pandemic, Walter implemented a data-driven digital marketing strategy, boosting donor engagement and response rates. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #45: What to Consider When Implementing Generative AI
June 05, 2023 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBDiscover the immense possibilities of Generative AI in this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast. Join us as we delve into the critical considerations for successful implementation and unlock its transformative potential. Featuring Bratin Saha, VP and GM of AI & Machine Learning at Amazon, and Teresa Tung, Cloud First Chief Technologist at Accenture. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation.
AI Leaders Podcast #44: Digital Acceleration Powered by Cloud, Data & AI
May 15, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Alessandro De Luca, Chief Information Officer and Head of Information Technology at Merck KGaA, talks with Arnab Chakraborty and Eva Wiedenhöft about their transformative journey of digital acceleration fueled by cloud data and AI. Alessandro identifies people, data, and technology as the primary enablers that have been pivotal in achieving success in their quest for total enterprise reinvention. Listen now to hear how organizations can leverage...
AI Leaders Podcast #43: How AI Will Impact Society and Shape Human Endeavors
May 02, 2023 13:03 - 32 minutes - 37.6 MBJoin Ravi Bellamkonda, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Emory University, and Rubina Ohanian, Managing Director at Accenture, as they discuss the transformative power of AI in various areas of human endeavor. From its impact on higher education and human health to its potential to generate economic value, this podcast will explore how revolutionary technologies like AI can improve the human condition and advance our world. Tune in to gain valuable insights into th...
AI Leaders Podcast #42: Mondelēz International’s data-led Reinvention
April 17, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 26.2 MBJavier Polit, Chief Information and Digital Officer for Mondelēz International talks with Venky Rao of Accenture to discuss their AI enabled transformation journey. Javier shares the catalyst to becoming a data driven company and his experience along the way. Listen now to hear his story.
AI Leaders Podcast #41: Addressing the Skills Gap
April 03, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode Ahmad Aladawi talks with Terri Rinella about his experience in the Accenture Apprenticeship Program. Ahmad shares his personal story how he put himself through college, became an apprentice, and is now a Information Security Specialist. Hear how companies are turning to programs like this to fill the skill gap and recruit talent for the digital jobs economy.
AI Leaders Podcast #40: From experimentation to implementation, Pt. 2
March 20, 2023 12:06 - 21 minutes - 23.7 MBIn part 2 of the podcast, Per Osterman and Xiaopeng Li continue their discussion how companies can reach AI maturity. They explore the different use cases that exist for this technology and how to prioritize your efforts as well as how companies can create business value using data and AI.
AI Leaders Podcast #39: From Experimentation to Implementation Pt.1
March 06, 2023 17:46 - 26 minutes - 29.5 MBAs companies move from experimentation to implementation with their AI initiatives, they need to think how they can scale across the entire organization. The opportunity to scale requires C-level sponsorship and having the right talent in the right place. Listen to hear what Per Osterman, Nordics Applied Intelligence Lead and Xiaopeng Li think is imperative to reaching AI Maturity.
AI Leaders Podcast #38: How Digital Twins Power Innovation
February 20, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 28.6 MBHear how consumer goods manufacturer Mars is innovating by rapidly scaling digital twin technology. Enabling them to be more collaborative, improve operations and find more intuitive ways of doing things.
AI Leaders Podcast #37: AI Maturity, Advancing From Practice to Performance
February 06, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 30.1 MBSaul Perlmutter, Nobel Laureate, professor of physics at UC Berkeley and director of Berkeley Institute for Data Science joins Accenture's Arnab Chakraborty to discuss the field of AI advancing within organizations from practice to high performance. Hear how talent, culture and responsible design are all important factors to becoming a high performer. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #36: Role of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer
January 23, 2023 14:49 - 20 minutes - 21.1 MBJulia Westland, co-leads Spencer Stuart's Data & Analytics Practice, talks with Accenture's Joe Depa about the role of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer and the evolution of it. Starting off as a data focused role making data an important part of the boardroom conversation, but has since broadened beyond this.
AI Leaders Podcast #35: Transformation of the Utilities Industry Using AI
January 03, 2023 11:58 - 12 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode, Abhijit Bhatwadekar - Head of Data & Analytics at PPL Corporation, talks with Accenture's Lee Barrett about the evolution of the utilities industry and its use of artificial intelligence. Hear why data and AI are key to managing the changes taking place across the industry. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #34: Cloud Data Transformation
December 05, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode, Lascelles Forrester, is joined by Josh Reese to discuss Navy Federal Credit Unions cloud data transformation. Hear the challenges they faced when starting with fragmented and siloed data and the benefits they have gained from their data transformation journey. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #33: Large Language Models Pt.2
November 14, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 24.1 MBIn part 2 of this podcast, Fernando and Peter discuss the role that humans play in all of this. Expanding on the examples they talked about in part 1, hear how large language models will aid and augment humans, helping to access relevant information quickly to accomplish a task. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #32: Large Language Models Pt.1
November 01, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode Fernando Lucini talks with Peter Welinder to discuss how large language models like GPT-3 will impact society and AI. OpenAI was founded to build artificial general intelligence (AGI) that can reach and eventually surpass human level capabilities, while making sure it's done in a safe, ethical and responsible way and for the benefit all of humanity. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #31: Radically Human
October 17, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 30.3 MBAs new AI powered technologies impact both life and work we are seeing the very nature of innovation being reshaped. AI is becoming less artificial and more intelligent and innovators are pursuing new approaches that enable machines to learn as humans do. Listen as Paul Daugherty and Jim Wilson discuss what it means to be Radically Human. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #30: What’s New About Data Virtualization with Data Mesh?
October 04, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 30.2 MBTeresa Tung is joined by two data mesh experts, Justin Borgman, Starburst - Chairman & CEO, and Bryan Aller, Comcast - Director, Software Development & Engineering, to discuss what's new about data virtualization with data mesh. They share their experiences which is driving a new interest in data virtualization. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #29: Policy and Regulation Frameworks
September 19, 2022 19:11 - 36 minutes - 39.5 MBThe increase in regulatory attention facing AI has put the topic of AI regulation squarely on the C-suite agenda. Organizations are trying to figure out how to respond, however the situation is complex as strategies will vary by country, differing cultural values and multiple philosophies. Listen now to hear Roger Taylor, Responsible AI advisor and former Chair of the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation, and Ali Shah, Accenture's Global Principal Director for Responsible AI, discuss.
AI Leaders Podcast #28: Why Data & Analytics Needs a Multi-speed Approach
September 06, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 19 MBData analytics are fundamental to the enterprises as they continue to pursue their growth initiatives. Two approaches are emerging, top down and bottom up. Listen to Lee Barrett, Accenture Applied Intelligence Northeast Lead discuss with Jeff Kaminski, Accenture Applied Intelligence Northeast Strategy Lead discuss the pros and cons of each. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #27: Transformers, Massive Models and the future of AI
August 22, 2022 21:07 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBJean-luc Chatelain, Applied Intelligence CTO, talks with Andrew Feldman, Founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems about transformers, massive models and the future of AI. They discuss how we are moving from a world of a large amount of models to fewer more powerful models known as transformers. Hear what they think this means for the future of AI.
AI Leaders Podcast #26: Intersection of Data and AI in the Communications Industry
August 03, 2022 17:32 - 24 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode, Manish Dasaur, Accenture’s Chief Data & Analytics Officer for Communications & Media in North America, talks with Andy Markus, the Chief Data Officer of AT&T about the role that data and AI is playing in driving transformation in the Communications industry. Hear why Data & AI is critical to the communications business, the impact its driving and how these leaders see it evolving in the coming years. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #25: AI+X
July 19, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 43.8 MBIn this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Fernando Lucini, Chief Data Scientist at Accenture talks with Kian Katanforoosh, Workera CEO & Co-founder about AI+X. This is an emerging trend where people are learning the foundations of AI skills to complement their own subject matter expertise. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #24: Don't Fear AI, Embrace It
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 22.5 MBKathrin Schwan, a managing director for Accenture's Data and AI Network, is joined by Dr. Maryam Ramezani-Bartsch, VP of Data & Analytics at Sky and Ana Campos who was co-CEO at Trivadis and currently a managing director at Accenture. They sit down to talk about why they think there is a fear around AI and the collection of data. They identify four main areas where fears and misconceptions come from. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #23: The Future of Marketing Using Data and AI
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 23.6 MBAccenture's chief marketing & communications officer, Jill Kramer, joins Sanjeev Vohra to discuss the future of marketing and the role data and automation will play. Hear Jill discuss the intersection where science matches with the art of marketing and communications.
AI Leaders Podcast #22: Data and analytics for the best customer experience
June 06, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode David Atkinson, who leads Sun Life's data and analytics efforts, talks with Krish Banerjee about how data has become core to their customer experience. Hear how they are leveraging data to create exceptional client experiences and drive meaningful impact.
AI Leaders Podcast #21: Data-centric AI
May 16, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 22 MBA pioneer in machine learning and online education, Andrew Ng, joins Sanjeev Vohra for this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast. They discuss Data-centric AI, an emerging topic in the field of artificial intelligence. Listen to hear what it is and how it is different from traditional approaches.
AI Leaders Podcast #20: Natural Language Processing
May 04, 2022 13:49 - 35 minutes - 37.9 MBIn this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Ryan McDonald, Chief Scientist at ASAPP talks with Fernando Lucini, the Chief Data Scientist of Accenture about Natural Language Processing (NLP). Hear what they think needs to be done to get the user experience correct, putting in place safety nets to keep things on track and why it is all about design. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #19: Combating Climate Change with AI
April 12, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 28.6 MBManish Dasaur, an Accenture Managing Director is joined by Shyla Raghav, who is the Head of Partnerships at New Division of Time called CO2, which is focused on sustainability and climate change. Hear as they discuss how we can use the latest technology and innovation, including AI, to combat climate change. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #18: Modern Data Platforms on Cloud
April 01, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Shail Jain talks with Arnab Chakraborty about the latest in data platforms. With digital transformations being accelerated, it is imperative to embed a data culture across the organization so that people believe and trust the data and believe in the power of this technology. Listen now.
AI Leaders Podcast #17: Perspective on Climbing the Career Ladder
March 01, 2022 21:18 - 32 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast Jin Zhang (Engineering Director at Meta) talks with Lan Guan about her career journey and how she has been able to build a strong support network and how small actions can add up to help others grow.
AI Leaders Podcast #16: Reflections on International Women’s' Day
March 01, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 50.4 MBInternational Women's Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of women and a call to action for accelerating women's equality. Samta Kapoor is joined by Asha Saxena (Founder & CEO, WLDA), Bari Harlam (Co-founder, Troublemakers.org) and Ellen Nielsen (Chief Data Officer, Chevron) to discuss what this day means to them. Listen to hear the stories and advice for the next generation of women leaders.
AI Leaders Podcast #15: Power of “Science and Art” for Business Insights
February 14, 2022 15:58 - 14 minutes - 33.9 MBHear how Walgreens Boots Alliance is organizing data into analytical assets to provide a Single View of Customer across business domains and drive value for the organization.
AI Leaders Podcast #14: Responsible AI
January 31, 2022 20:25 - 35 minutes - 39 MBDr. Adrian Weller from The Alan Turing Institute joins the AI Leaders Podcast to discuss Responsible AI. He brings insights from his experience in industry and more recently academia. Listen now to an insightful conversation with Ray Eitel-Porter where they cover ethics, justice and fairness as it pertains to data and A.I..
AI Leaders Podcast #13: Metadata - Data as a Product
January 17, 2022 19:08 - 49 minutes - 56.1 MBTeresa Tung is joined by Shirshanka Das to discuss what Metadata is and the role it plays in data products. Listen to hear what the three main types of metadata are and the unique role each plays.
AI Leaders Podcast #12: Data Mesh - From Theory to Practice
January 06, 2022 17:55 - 36 minutes - 84.2 MBTeresa Tung is joined by Abeth Go (VP - Data and Analytics Platforms) and Liam Donohoe (Principal Architect, Data & Analytics Platforms) from BP to discuss the hottest topic in data, Data Mesh. Hear their journey and lessons learned from their implementation.
AI Leaders Podcast #11: The Automation Advantage
December 02, 2021 19:09 - 23 minutes - 27.1 MBAccenture Chief Strategy Officer, Bhaskar Ghosh, and Accenture Global Automation Lead, Rajendra (RP) Prasad join the AI Leaders Podcast to discuss their new book, The Automation Advantage. The first comprehensive blueprint for using and scaling AI-powered intelligent automation. Among the topics they cover include the benefits and barriers to adoption, planning the journey for your organization and the impact on people.
AI Leaders Podcast #10: Creating Value with Digital Twins
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 46.3 MBArnab Chakraborty talks with Bob Messier, SVP, Global Technology Services at SAS, about Digital Twins. They discuss which industries are leading the way, and some of the different use cases which range from sports to manufacturing to healthcare.
AI Leaders Podcast #9: Big Data, Little Data & Synthetic Data
September 24, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 50.1 MBGeorge Marcotte sits down with Ray O'Brien, Independent Entrepreneur & Finance Advisory Board Member, to talk about how companies are using data and the difference between big data, little data and synthetic data. They also discuss how different regions think about data privacy.