Best Ipaas Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 5. Mobility in the public service – what’s in it for me? 31:10

5d ago31:10

31:10

Welcome back to IPAA Insiders!—your go-to guide for navigating and excelling in your public sector career. Each episode tackles your pressing questions, offering actionable insights from seasoned professionals within and beyond the sector. Episode Highlight: In this fifth episode, Jo Rose, CEO of IPAA NSW, explores the topic of mobility in the publ…

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EP#130: On a journey of continuous reform with Dr Rachel Bacon and Professor Janine O’Flynn – part 2 34:08

12h ago34:08

34:08

Returning for part 2 of our new ‘APS Reform in Action’ series, Dr Rachel Bacon and Professor Janine O’Flynn discuss how Australia is learning from other countries’ public service best practice – and vice versa. Wanting to do things better doesn’t always mean you have to re-invent the wheel. In this episode, Dr Rachel Bacon from the Australian Publi…

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Ep#129: On a journey of continuous reform with Dr Rachel Bacon and Professor Janine O’Flynn – part 1 31:43

1d ago31:43

31:43

Launching our new ‘APS Reform in Action’ series, we hear from Dr Rachel Bacon and Professor Janine O’Flynn about enduring APS Reform and why public trust shouldn’t be taken for granted. The APS Reform Agenda has been a major project for the Australian Public Service over the past years – so, where is it at and where will it go in the future? Dr Rac…

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EP#128: Tune into empathy for public sector work with Dr Claire Yorke 39:27

15d ago39:27

39:27

On the first episode of Work with Purpose of the year, Dr Claire Yorke lifts the lid on empathy and why it matters for policy and programs. Critics might say that empathy is a ‘soft skill’, yet it is absolutely critical to understanding people’s experiences and circumstances – and how they feel about them. It is also a key tool for better policy, p…

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AI Agents—Security Asset or Hidden Risk? 38:40

26d ago38:40

38:40

Are AI agents a security risk or a security enhancement? In this episode, John Michelsen breaks down the biggest concerns enterprises have about AI-driven automation. We discuss data privacy, internal and external threats, compliance, and how AI platforms like Krista can actually improve security posture. If you're deploying AI in your organization…

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EP#107/127: Revisiting ‘In defence of Australia with Matt Yannopoulos PSM’ 44:06

29d ago44:06

44:06

In our last re-run for this season, Matt Yannopoulos PSM, Associate Secretary of the Department of Defence, maps out a unified approach for the public service to defend Australia’s interests. In a world with increasing geopolitical tension, collaboration across the public service remains key to protecting Australia’s security and prosperity. On thi…

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Ep 4. What kind of support should I tap in to, to grow my career? 33:00

1M ago33:00

33:00

🎙️ Welcome back to IPAA Insiders! Your go-to guide for navigating and excelling in your public sector career. Each episode tackles your pressing questions, offering actionable insights from seasoned professionals within and beyond the sector. 🌟 Episode Highlight: In this fourth episode, with Corrin Vaux, Rob Balmer, Mandy Young and Liz Gould we exp…

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Chasing Agents 23:11

1M ago23:11

23:11

The explosion of AI agents is transforming enterprise workflows, but it’s not without challenges. From integration hurdles to operational silos, businesses struggle to navigate the crowded ecosystem of hundreds and eventually thousands of agents. In this episode of The Union Podcast, Scott and Chris discuss risks of disconnected tools and how a pla…

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Legacy System Integration: Modernization with AI Innovations 31:46

1M ago31:46

31:46

Can outdated systems silently threaten the very core of your business? This episode, Guy and Dominic welcome the expert insights of Simona Todoroska from IWConnect to discuss the pressing issues surrounding legacy system integration and migration. Simona sheds light on how the historical reluctance to engage with legacy systems has created signific…

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EP#105/126: Revisiting ‘ADDRESSing psychosocial hazards at work’ 38:48

1M ago38:48

38:48

Trigger warning: themes of mental and physical abuse Amaly Khalaf and Dr Steven Munns from the Australian Public Service Commission explore psychological safety in public sector workplaces – from the desk to the frontlines – on our third best-of episode of Work with Purpose 2024. Creating workplaces which are both mentally and physically safe is a …

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Transforming Integration with Creative User Experiences 32:07

2M ago32:07

32:07

Matthew Holloway, Head of Global Design at SnapLogic, joins Guy and Dominic to unravel the complexities of designing user-centered enterprise integration platforms. Matthew shares strategies for presenting complex data to diverse user expertise levels, and some of what he has learned from how SnapLogic's groundbreaking tools, Iris and SnapGPT, are …

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You Don't Have to Know Your Future 52:11

2M ago52:11

52:11

In a world where technology evolves faster than ever, you don’t have to know your exact future to thrive—you just need to be on the path to it. This video explores how AI is reshaping industries, redefining work, and accelerating innovation in ways we couldn’t have imagined just a few years ago. John Michelsen shares insights into the rapid advance…

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EP#104/125: Revisiting ‘The power of leadership devolution with Blair Comley PSM' 46:39

2M ago46:39

46:39

Today, we listen back to a 2024 Work with Purpose episode with Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care Blair Comley PSM. Blair tells the story of his public service career and highlights how devolving leadership in the public sector can reduce risk, increase work quality and staff satisfaction. Blair Comley PSM looks back at an outstand…

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EP#101/124: Revisiting ‘A masterclass in human-centred design in the public sector' 48:15

2M ago48:15

48:15

In this re-run of our most popular Work with Purpose episode of 2024, Dr Nina Terrey, Bec Bodel and Professor Brenton Prosser help you learn the ropes of human-centred design. In today’s complex world, how can the public sector effectively ensure that its policies and programs are centred on the needs of the people they serve? This episode explores…

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Mastering AI Outputs: A Review of Prompt Engineering Guides 24:33

3M ago24:33

24:33

In this episode of The Union Podcast, Scott King and Chris Kraus review AI prompting guides from Microsoft, OpenAI, and Google. They discuss the challenges of crafting effective prompts, the limitations of teaching prompt engineering to everyone, and why automation should take center stage for business users. Highlights include: ✅ The differences b…

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Ep 3. Do I really need to network? 30:33

3M ago30:33

30:33

🎙️ Welcome back to IPAA Insiders! This podcast continues to be your essential guide to navigating your career and thriving in your public sector role. Designed to answer your burning questions, each episode delivers actionable insights from experienced professionals inside and outside the sector. 🌟 Episode Highlight: In our third episode, we tackle…

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Applying Development Experience and Best Practices in a No-Code World 37:28

3M ago37:28

37:28

Brian Green, software architect at SnapLogic, joins Dominic and Guy to explore the fascinating convergence of no-code, low-code, and traditional software development strategies. Discover why even the most user-friendly platforms require a solid grasp of software principles to truly excel, especially in large-scale operations. Brian sheds light on h…

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EP#123: Work with Purpose 2024: (un)wrapped 30:51

3M ago30:51

30:51

Join us in unpacking the best conversations of Work with Purpose in 2024 – from tips for human-centred design to understanding how the public sector can join hands in defence of Australia. As the year comes to a close, we listen back to some of our fantastic 2024 Work with Purpose guests, reflecting on the sector’s most pressing challenges, innovat…

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You Can Buy Half the AI You Need; the Other Half is Unique to You 30:30

3M ago30:30

30:30

AI is no longer optional—it’s a competitive necessity. But what does it take to implement AI effectively for your business? In this episode, we break down why half of the AI you need is readily available in generative models, but the other half must be tailored to your unique processes, data, and goals. Join Scott King, Chris Kraus, and John Michel…

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EP#122: Work with Purpose live: Lifting the stigma around men’s mental health at work 55:20

3M ago55:20

55:20

TW: mental health and suicide On our first ever Work with Purpose live episode, we shine a light on men’s mental health – from the numbers to the stories behind them – with Matthew Short from the Department of Health, Matthew Breen from Running for Resilience, and Lachlan Vivian-Taylor from Comcare. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics,…

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What is the value of AWS re:Invent for an Enterprise Architect? 11:44

3M ago11:44

11:44

AWS re:Invent hardly needs much introduction from us. It has become *the* must-attend event for tech enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. However, Guy has never attended, and is a little sceptical. Listen in as Dominic tries to explain the value of attending one of the last remaining mega tech gatherings. The event's theme of an "infinite …

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Data At Scale For AI At Scale: How To Think About Data Readiness 7:12

3M ago7:12

7:12

Ever wondered how to bridge the gap between AI's potential and practical implementation? At SnapLogic's Integreat 2024 in London, Dominic had the pleasure of recording live with Maks Shah from Syngenta, who enlightened us with her perspective on the "agent-creator" concept. Maks shares how this intriguing idea, highlighted in presentations at Integ…

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EP#121: Running on empty? Burnout in the public sector with Dr Antonio Di Dio 37:27

3M ago37:27

37:27

Today, Dr Antonio Di Dio from the Professional Services Review talks about how to identify burnout and support yourself and your team members when they struggle with mental health challenges. The end of the year is inching closer, but for many working in the public sector, the next time-hungry project is just around the corner, increasing pressure …

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What is an Agentic Platform, and Its Essential Capabilities? 24:29

3M ago24:29

24:29

Agentic platforms are essential for AI-driven automation. Join John Michelsen and Chris Kraus as they discuss how agentic platforms empower organizations by enabling autonomous AI agents to perform complex tasks and make intelligent decisions. Discover the key capabilities that set agentic AI apart, including low-code configuration, robust security…

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Ep 2. How will identifying my transferable skills move me forward in my career? 38:27

3M ago38:27

38:27

🎙️ Welcome back to IPAA Insiders! This podcast continues to be your essential guide to navigating and thriving in the public sector. Designed to answer your burning questions, each episode delivers actionable insights from experienced professionals inside and outside the sector. 🌟 Episode Highlight: In our second episode, we dive into Transferable …

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Ep 1. What kind of mindset does it take to be successful in the public sector? 30:47

3M ago30:47

30:47

🎙️ Welcome to IPAA Insiders! This brand-new podcast is your go-to resource for navigating and excelling in the public sector. This season has been designed to answer your biggest questions and fuel your career ambitions, with each episode delivering insights from seasoned experts and thought leaders from inside and outside the public sector. 🌟 Epis…

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The Rise of Agent-Based AI Systems in Enterprise IT, with Jeremiah Stone 36:39

4M ago36:39

36:39

Join us as we explore a groundbreaking shift in enterprise technology with Jeremiah Stone, CTO at SnapLogic. Discover how SnapLogic's innovative AgentCreator revolutionizes the way businesses automate and streamline processes. We unravel the rise of agent-based AI systems, a trend embraced by tech giants like Salesforce, and dive into how this appr…

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EP#120: Collaboration Circle: Shaping First Nations initiatives in the APS 45:49

4M ago45:49

45:49

Sam Jeffries from the Australian Public Service Commission, Julie Hansen from the Department of Defence, and Stella Renagi from the Australian Taxation Office join us on this episode to discuss the Collaboration Circle, a new model centering First Nations experiences in the APS. Effective engagement with First Nations peoples to ensure better recru…

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There's No I in LLM 27:11

4M ago27:11

27:11

Are large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT truly automating work? John Michelsen unpacks the misconception that LLMs alone can drive business transformation. Join us as Michelsen shares real-world examples, revealing why relying solely on LLMs leads to slow, manual workflows. Learn how true automation requires orchestration across systems and pr…

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EP#119: The change leader with Colonel Jennifer Harris 44:06

4M ago44:06

44:06

On this episode, Colonel Jennifer Harris from the Australian Army gives us a masterclass in managing change in complex organisations, based on her experience with the Army’s Digital Twin. Change can be difficult – as individuals, we prefer stability and predictability. Particularly when working in large organisations, it can be both an opportunity …

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Introducing IPAA INSIDERS 2:27

4M ago2:27

2:27

Welcome to IPAA INSIDERS, a podcast from IPAA NSW that answers your burning questions about the NSW Public Sector and how you work in it. SHOW CREDITS Host: Jo Rose Writers: Alessia Campagna, Nicola Hardy and Jo Rose Producer and Editor: Alessia Campagna Technical Producer: Anthony Watson Executive Producers: Jo Rose and Nicola Hardy Music Credits:…

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EP#118: Be a CALD champion with Jim Betts 40:43

4M ago40:43

40:43

Jim Betts, Secretary of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, talks about shaping his role as APS CALD Champion and why he wants leaders to take action to achieve equality. Our recent episode on CALD representation in the senior executive left many of us and our listeners humbled. Australia’…

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Document Understanding and the Power of Entity Extraction 27:54

4M ago27:54

27:54

In this episode, we John Michelsen and Chris Kraus explain the limitations of traditional document processing methods like Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and how they struggle with unstructured data and unforeseen questions. Listen in as they discuss how flexible, context-driven Natural Language Proces…

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EP#117: Let’s chat connection, capability, and crops with Adam Fennessy PSM 52:12

4M ago52:12

52:12

Adam Fennessy PSM, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, shares tips for having difficult conversations and an insight into the department’s recent Growing Australia Together strategy on this episode of Work with Purpose. Where is the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry headed under its recent Growing Australia Together strategy…

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EP#116: Why cultural and linguistic diversity matters: Unpacking the APS CALD Employment Strategy 50:41

4M ago50:41

50:41

On this episode, Dr Suzanne Akila, Jo Talbot, and Radi Kovacevic talk us through CALD representation in the public service, and what it will take for more culturally and linguistically diverse employees to succeed in the senior executive. Australia is a truly multicultural nation, with over 21 percent of the country's population born overseas. As t…

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EP#115: Championing evaluation with The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP 31:11

5M ago31:11

31:11

The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP joins us on the episode of Work with Purpose to highlight how evaluation can help create better policies and programs. On a recent episode of Work with Purpose on the art of policymaking, our experts agreed that evaluation should be baked into the development process from the get-go – but how do you make it work when the …

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Moving Beyond Traditional IDP and OCR to AI-Driven Solutions 30:05

5M ago30:05

30:05

AI is redefining document processing, moving beyond the limitations of traditional methods like Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) and Optical Character Recognition (OCR). As business demands become more complex, old solutions fall short—especially when dealing with unstructured content like diverse invoice formats and sales orders. Discover how…

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EP#114: On the executive support team with Lydia Milosavljevic and Zoe Scanlon 38:22

5M ago38:22

38:22

Lydia Milosavljevic from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water and Zoe Scanlon from the Attorney-General’s Department give us a masterclass in executive support on this episode of Work with Purpose. What does it take to build a superstar executive support team? Hear from Lydia Milosavljevic, executive assistant to Depu…

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How AI Delivers Real-Time Answers to Unforeseen Questions 38:14

5M ago38:14

38:14

In this episode, we explain how AI-powered solutions like Krista are transforming the way businesses answer unforeseen questions. Join us as we explore the challenges of handling unknown inquiries in complex workflows, the role of real-time data, and how AI can integrate dynamic systems to provide instant, accurate responses. We also discuss use ca…

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How AI is Improving Document Understanding 31:51

5M ago31:51

31:51

In this episode of The Union Podcast, we discuss how AI is revolutionizing document understanding and business operations. Join hosts Scott King, Chris Kraus, and John Michelsen as they explore real-world AI use cases that help businesses extract insights, automate workflows, and manage unstructured data more effectively. They discuss: Three key do…

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EP#113: Cultivating collaboration and leadership under pressure with Martin Hehir PSM and Kathy Hilyard 43:48

5M ago43:48

43:48

If your team is grappling with an increasingly busy workload, today’s episode of Work with Purpose with Martin Hehir PSM and Kathy Hilyard will give you some useful tips on how better collaboration can become part of the solution. With a busy work program following the pandemic, Martin Hehir PSM, deputy secretary, Governance and Corporate and chief…

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Architecting for Product Success: Navigating Cloud Partnerships and Vendor Commitments 36:52

6M ago36:52

36:52

Have you ever wondered how ad-hoc solutions can evolve into critical dependencies, and how a comprehensive integration platform can streamline your operations? Peter Ngai, Principal Architect at SnapLogic, walks us through his pivotal role in product development and engineering, offering deep insights into understanding customer business processes …

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EP#112: A conversation about rethinking reform with Andrew Podger AO 51:56

6M ago51:56

51:56

A stronger emphasis on merit now will be crucial to ensure a thriving public service in the future, former APS Commissioner Andrew Podger AO tells us on this episode of Work with Purpose. APS Reform is in full swing, but what else could be added to the agenda? On this episode, we hear the perspective of former senior public servant, now commentor a…

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Real-World Insights on Successful Deployment of Integration Across Enterprises 34:02

6M ago34:02

34:02

Achieving broad adoption is key to the success with an enterprise integration platform like SnapLogic. In this episode, Senior Solutions Architect Chris Ward joins Dominic Wellington and Guy Murphy from SnapLogic to talk about best practices for adopting and growing SnapLogic within large organizations. You'll learn about the Sigma framework and ho…

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EP#111: A forever curious mind: Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE 42:23

6M ago42:23

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Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE joins us for this episode reflecting on a career of curiosity and collaboration in service of Australia’s marine environment. Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE has had a long and distinguished career across science, not-for-profits and the public sector. What has she learned along the way, from her time as a PhD candidate in Canada rese…

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Evolving Enterprise Architecture: Mastering Composability with Kams Narayan 35:50

7M ago35:50

35:50

Master the strategies behind composability in enterprise architecture with our insightful discussion featuring Kams Narayan, SnapLogic's Director of Product for API Management. In this episode of Enterprise Alchemists, Kams discusses how composability can revolutionize an organization's agility and responsiveness by integrating people, processes, a…

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In Conversation with the Hon Peter Gutwein 29:22

7M ago29:22

29:22

IPAA Tasmania President Mel Brown welcome’s Tasmania’s former Premier, the Hon Peter Gutwein, to talk about his views on leadership, his journey into politics, and the things we can all do to focus on our wellbeing.By IPAA Tasmania

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Recipes for Success with SnapLogic’s GenAI App Builder: From Integration to Automation 21:25

7M ago21:25

21:25

Unlock the secrets to successfully integrating generative AI into your business! In this episode, join Dominic Wellington and Guy Murphy, along with AI experts Aaron Kesler and Roger Sramkoski, as they unveil the transformative power of the SnapLogic GenAI App Builder. Discover why isolated AI projects often falter and learn how to align your AI in…

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EP#110: Passion for public service with the Hon Patrick Gorman MP 32:36

7M ago32:36

32:36

In a first for Work with Purpose, we welcome The Hon Patrick Gorman MP to talk about his journey into politics, supporting the Prime Minister, and his vision for the use of artificial intelligence in the public service. From Assistant Minister to the Public Service, to Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister, to – more recently – Assistant Ministe…

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Transforming Academia and Industry: Insights into Generative AI with Greg Benson 43:57

7M ago43:57

43:57

Unlock the secrets of Generative AI’s (GenAI) latest trends and its transformative impacts on academia and industry. We sit down with Greg Benson, Chief Scientist at SnapLogic and Professor of Computer Science at the University of San Francisco, to gain invaluable insights into how large language models are reshaping the way we learn and conduct bu…

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