Episodes
In this insightful conversation, Scott Tvaroh, Industry X Managing Director at Accenture and Ibrahim Al-Syed, Director of Digital Manufacturing at Celanese, delve into the significance of integrating AI and human-centered design into a pragmatic and accelerated manufacturing transformation. Join them as they uncover strategies for creating a digital transformation strategy based on building a robust data platform setting up the potential of Generative AI to achieve groundbreaking results.
Published 04/15/24
Published 04/15/24
In 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 transformation. 
Published 03/11/24
Join 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.
Published 02/26/24
In 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...
Published 02/12/24
In 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. 
Published 01/22/24
Explore 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. 
Published 01/09/24
In 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...
Published 10/30/23
In 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...
Published 10/09/23
Join 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. 
Published 09/18/23
Dive 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...
Published 09/05/23
In 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...
Published 08/07/23
Join 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...
Published 07/24/23
 In 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...
Published 07/10/23
In 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. 
Published 06/19/23
Discover 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. 
Published 06/05/23
In 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...
Published 05/15/23
Join 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 the...
Published 05/02/23
Javier 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. 
Published 04/17/23
In 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. 
Published 04/03/23
In 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. 
Published 03/20/23
As 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.
Published 03/06/23
Hear 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.  
Published 02/20/23
Saul 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.
Published 02/06/23
Julia 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.
Published 01/23/23