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Omdia Digital Leaders Podcast
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The Omdia Digital Leaders Podcast explores topics impacting leadership in the Digital Age. Listen to Omdia experts and industry leaders talk about the things that can make or break your digital success story.
Host 1: Hansa Iyengar, Principal Analyst Enterprise IT Strategy at Omdia (Pronouns - she/her)
Host 2: Terry White, Senior Analyst Enterprise IT Architecture and Management and Ex-CIO (Pronouns - he/his)
Host 1: Hansa Iyengar, Principal Analyst Enterprise IT Strategy at Omdia (Pronouns - she/her)
Host 2: Terry White, Senior Analyst Enterprise IT Architecture and Management and Ex-CIO (Pronouns - he/his)
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Have you ever wondered what happens to your data when you die? Where does it go? Does it get deleted or archived? Can your loved ones access or moderate it? In this final episode of the Omdia Digital Leaders podcast, we will help you learn what happens to your information and how there is an industry that continues to benefit from your data long after you are gone.
In this fortnight's episode we tackle the persistent problem of accidental IT. What is accidental IT and where does it originate? How should a CIO deal with this problem and turn accidental IT into intentional IT? Listen to this episode to find out.
With technology playing an increasingly important role in society and business it is essential to question the purpose of IT investments is more important than ever. Join me and Terry White on this episode as we argue why organizations need to challenge the conventional rationale behind IT investments.
Buzzword blindness is a real thing. When business leaders chase after the next shiny thing without understanding it in its entirety we get a case of buzzword blindness. It is capable of crippling businesses because of the myopia and hubris it generates. But not all buzzwords are bad. In the second part of this two-part series we unpack some of the most common buzzwords in the IT space and provide advice on how to not fall prey to the buzzword bandwagon.
Buzzword blindness is a real thing. When business leaders chase after the next shiny thing without understanding it in its entirety we get a case of buzzword blindness. It is capable of crippling businesses because of the myopia and hubris it generates. But not all buzzwords are bad. In the first part of this two-part series we unpack some of the most common buzzwords in the IT space and how to prevent falling prey to the buzzword bandwagon.
Around 99% of all enterprises globally are small businesses and lo-code/no-code solutions can make a significant difference in this segment. In this episode Hansa and Terry are joined by Hwee Xian, Senior Analyst - SME and SOHO Intelligence at Omdia, to unravel the unique needs and challenges of this segment and how LCNC solution vendors can address them successfully.
In the last two episodes we have spoken about the some of the key trends that will impact how the CIO's role in the organization evolves. In this episode we bring you tips on how to navigate the choppy waters as expectations from the CIO move beyond technology delivery.
In this episode we continue the discussion on the trends that CIOs need to be aware of for 2023 and beyond and how these will affect the roles, responsibilities and accountability for the CIO.
Welcome to the 3rd season of the Omdia Digital Leaders Podcast. We kick off the season with the first part of a two-part series on the trends CIOs need to be prepared for in 2023. Join us as we touch on the trends and provide advice on navigating them.
This two-part series is all about the common misconceptions and untruths that CIOs often fall prey to. It is extremely easy it is to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of the job and lose sight of the bigger picture and this episode will force you to confront some of the lies you might be telling yourself while also providing practical advice on how to move past them and be a more effective leader.
This two-part series is all about the common misconceptions and untruths that CIOs often fall prey to. It is extremely easy it is to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of the job and lose sight of the bigger picture and this episode will force you to confront some of the lies you might be telling yourself while also providing practical advice on how to move past them and be a more effective leader.
In the second part of our series on data, we speak with Omdia's Brad Shimmin on data democratization - what it means, why its important, what benefits it brings and how to start off on a data democratization journey. If you're passionate about data's role in the enterprise then don't miss this episode!
Data is the most important asset that a business possesses. Successfully leveraging it, however, is another story. In the first of this two-part series on data Omdia Chief Analyst Brad Shimmin talks to us about building a foundational data strategy to manage upstream data efficiently and effectively.
Doing customer service the right way requires more than just investing in the latest chatbot or AI system. In this episode we speak with Josh Nielsen, CEO and co-founder of Zencastr, who shares his company's approach to customer experience and how to leverage support to create a unique differentiator and competitive edge.
The moment you start writing code you start accumulating technical debt! Technical debt continues to plague businesses and prevents them from reaping the full benefits of their cloud and digital investments. In this episode we are joined by Moti Rafalin, CEO and co-founder of vFunction, as we break down common myths about technical debt and provide advice on how to address it effectively.
Enterprise architecture is a lot more than a technical audit. Having an imbalanced approach to EA is one of the key reasons why transformation programs don't move fast enough or don't deliver desired outcomes. So what is EA? How can enterprises ensure they have it right? Listen to this episode and find out!
Shadow IT poses security risks, increases complexity and cost for the organization because it circumvents established practices and protocols. In this episode we speak with Bel Lepe and Matt Chiodi from Cerby on how to effectively bring shadow IT into the fold and embrace it as a tool for increasing productivity and employee satisfaction.
IT contracts can be a tool or a hurdle based on how they are designed, drafted, and executed. In this episode we discuss how to ensure that the contractual language, terms, performance measurement, and governance can be adapted to make the contract an asset rather than a liability.
There is a dark side to the IT contracting process and the contract itself which is often one of the biggest pain points for the business and at the reason behind many challenges including scope-creep, budget overruns and missed deadlines. But there is a way to avoid the pull of the dark side and make the process easier and more conducive to the digital age. In this two-part series we talk about why this hidden side exists in the first place and what can be done to mitigate it.
Industrial sustainability is one of the major focal points in the move towards a greener future and it is clear that manufacturers need to 'clean up' their act to survive the next decade. But this is easier said than done because of the massive investments needed and risks involved. In this episode we speak with Omdia's Alex West to uncover where the manufacturing industry stands on its shift to sustainable business models and the role that technology can play in enabling this transformation.




