The 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 #45: What to Consider When Implementing Generative AI
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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. …
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AI Leaders Podcast #44: Digital Acceleration Powered by Cloud, Data & AI
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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 …
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AI Leaders Podcast #43: How AI Will Impact Society and Shape Human Endeavors
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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 wi…
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AI Leaders Podcast #42: Mondelēz International’s data-led Reinvention
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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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #41: Addressing the Skills Gap
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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…
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AI Leaders Podcast #40: From experimentation to implementation, Pt. 2
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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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #39: From Experimentation to Implementation Pt.1
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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 i…
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AI Leaders Podcast #38: How Digital Twins Power Innovation
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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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #37: AI Maturity, Advancing From Practice to Performance
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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 perform…
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AI Leaders Podcast #36: Role of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer
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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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #35: Transformation of the Utilities Industry Using AI
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In 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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #34: Cloud Data Transformation
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In 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #33: Large Language Models Pt.2
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In 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #32: Large Language Models Pt.1
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In 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…
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As 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 no…
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AI Leaders Podcast #30: What’s New About Data Virtualization with Data Mesh?
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Teresa 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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #29: Policy and Regulation Frameworks
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The 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…
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AI Leaders Podcast #28: Why Data & Analytics Needs a Multi-speed Approach
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Data 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 …
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AI Leaders Podcast #27: Transformers, Massive Models and the future of AI
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Jean-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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #26: Intersection of Data and AI in the Communications Industry
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In 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 …
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In 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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #24: Don't Fear AI, Embrace It
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Kathrin 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…
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AI Leaders Podcast #23: The Future of Marketing Using Data and AI
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Accenture'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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #22: Data and analytics for the best customer experience
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In 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.By Accenture
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A 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #20: Natural Language Processing
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In 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. L…
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AI Leaders Podcast #19: Combating Climate Change with AI
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Manish 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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #18: Modern Data Platforms on Cloud
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In 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.…
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AI Leaders Podcast #17: Perspective on Climbing the Career Ladder
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In 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #16: Reflections on International Women’s' Day
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International 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 …
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AI Leaders Podcast #15: Power of “Science and Art” for Business Insights
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Hear 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.By Accenture
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Dr. 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..…
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AI Leaders Podcast #13: Metadata - Data as a Product
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Teresa 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.
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AI Leaders Podcast #12: Data Mesh - From Theory to Practice
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Teresa 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #11: The Automation Advantage
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Accenture 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 adopt…
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AI Leaders Podcast #10: Creating Value with Digital Twins
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Arnab 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.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #9: Big Data, Little Data & Synthetic Data
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George 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.By Accenture
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Joyce Kline talks with Rebekah Arsenault, an AI Strategy Consultant, and Sally Lin, a Data Scientist, about their experiences as women in the technology field and a group they started at Accenture called Women in AI.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #7: Kimberly Nguyen's journey to becoming a Data Science Consultant
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In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Kimberly Nguyen, a Data Science Consultant, talks with Joyce Kline, Applied Intelligence Managing Director, about her career journey. Starting with her early struggles with math to getting two degrees in statistics and the ups and downs of finding a job in the field. Listen now to Kimberly's inspiring stor…
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AI Leaders Podcast #6: Getting the Talent Equation Right to Scale AI
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Alex Statnikov, Head of Customer Lifecycle Automation and Data Platform at Square, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss what skills are needed today and tomorrow in order to be successful in the field of analytics and AI.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #5: Automating the Accenture Employee Experience to be More Intelligent
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Jason Warnke and Mark Martynus join Lee Barrett to discuss how Accenture is using data and AI to automate the Accenture Employee Experience to be More Intelligent. This means identifying patterns in the data to make better decisions and ultimately improve the experience for all of our employees.
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AI Leaders Podcast #4: Building the Data Driven Culture Across the Organization
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Joy Bonaguro, Chief Data Officer for the State of California, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss why building a data driven culture is actually about change management and how she views the role of the CDO. Listen now.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #3: Accelerating AI Momentum on Cloud
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Pallab Deb, Head of Partner Solutions & AI Partnerships at Google Cloud, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss the acceleration of AI, analytics and data with the journey to cloud. A super relevant topic as we are in the midst of one of the most disruptive periods that we have seen in the last century.By Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #2: Professionalization of AI
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Zachery Anderson, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at the NatWest Banking Group, joins Fernando Lucini, Global Lead Data Science & ML Engineering to discuss what companies must do in order to scale AI effectively for long-term success. https://www.accenture.com/professionalizeAIBy Accenture
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AI Leaders Podcast #1: Data Driven Transformation
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In the first episode of AI Leaders we are joined by Dr. Amy Gershkoff Bolles, Chief Data Officer of Bitly, to discuss Data Driven Transformation. She shares her thoughts on what is hype and what is reality.By Accenture
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