DiscoverLondon Fintech PodcastFrom data to decision: The future of AI and automation in Financial Services
From data to decision: The future of AI and automation in Financial Services

From data to decision: The future of AI and automation in Financial Services

Update: 2025-11-05
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🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx, to explore how data, automation, and AI are reshaping the future of financial services.

With a background in enterprise software and data management, Andy shares how Alteryx has evolved into a leading platform helping organisations operationalise AI—turning raw data into actionable insight.

The conversation dives into what it takes to build trust in AI-driven systems, how financial institutions are integrating automation into both customer-facing and internal workflows, and why predictability and governance are critical to success.

They also discuss Alteryx’s role as a data clearinghouse for AI applications, the importance of customer feedback in shaping innovation, and how the real promise of AI lies not in hype—but in solving practical business challenges.

📌 Topics covered:

• Data as the fuel powering the AI revolution

• How Alteryx enables end-to-end AI adoption

• Building trust and predictability in AI processes

• The evolution of data management in financial services

• Using AI to enhance customer experience and operations

• The intersection of automation and human expertise

• The customer-led approach driving Alteryx’s innovation

• The future of AI: from experimentation to operational excellenceTune in to hear how Andy MacMillan and Alteryx are helping financial institutions turn data into their most strategic asset—and what it takes to bring AI to life responsibly.

🔗 Learn more:

Tony Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tclark100/

The London Fintech Podcast: https://londonfintechpodcast.com

Andy MacMillan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apmacmillan/Alteryx: https://www.alteryx.com

Go Beyond The Podcast: https://resources.nxwave.com/hub/london-fintech-podcast?nav=aHViX3BhZ2U6NTY%3D&c=cG9zdDo5OTMzNTQ%3D

On the Calculation of Volume 1" by Solvej Balle: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Calculation-I-Solvej-Balle/dp/0571383378

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From data to decision: The future of AI and automation in Financial Services

From data to decision: The future of AI and automation in Financial Services

Tony Clark