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Decisions Now is a podcast presented by Evalueserve discussing how to generate decision-ready insights from artificial intelligence and data. In each episode, host Erin Pearson talks with experts, analysts, and...
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Decisions Now is a podcast presented by Evalueserve discussing how to generate decision-ready insights from artificial intelligence and data. In each episode, host Erin Pearson talks with experts, analysts, and business leaders across industries to bring you insights on diverse AI subjects.
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16 GEN 2025 · Erin Pearson sits down with Bill Franks, a leading expert in data science and analytics, to discuss how to create and deliver impactful data-driven presentations. The conversation covers everything from bridging the communication gap between technical and non-technical audiences to using storytelling techniques that make data relatable and actionable.
💡Erin and Bill discuss:
- Bridge the gap by tailoring communication for non-technical audiences.
- Keys to connecting data with business outcomes.
- How to enhance engagement by making data relatable.
- Why rehearsal ensures clarity and confidence in delivery.
- How to motivate action and leave a lasting impact.
- Redefining the role of data professionals.
- Balancing positives and negatives for credibility.
Bill Franks is a renowned data science and analytics expert with decades of experience helping organizations turn data into actionable insights. He specializes in simplifying complex data concepts and delivering high-impact presentations that inspire decision-making.
14 GEN 2025 · Erin Pearson speaks with Krista St. George, a seasoned business transformation executive, to explore supply chain in the post-COVID era. From navigating supply chain risks to leveraging AI-driven solutions, this insightful conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help businesses build resilient, future-ready operations.
💡 Key topics covered:
- Identifying supply chain risks early: Learn how to map upstream suppliers and uncover vulnerabilities.
- Smart decision-making with risk matrices: Focus on the risks that matter most to your business.
- The importance of data-driven insights for accurate, informed decisions.
- How to leverage AI for predictive performance and transform procurement processes.
About Krista St. George:
Krista is a recognized leader in business transformation with over 20 years of experience. She has a proven track record in optimizing supply chain management, driving cross-functional collaboration, and promoting product circularity. With a passion for data-driven strategies, Krista helps organizations mitigate risks and embrace sustainable, AI-enhanced solutions to stay ahead in today’s fast-changing environment.
14 GEN 2025 · In this episode, Erin Pearson chats with Ananya Ghosh Chowdhury, Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, to uncover how generative AI is transforming industries. From AI-driven personalization in retail to AI-powered decision-making in call centers, they explore real-world applications and strategies for building AI-ready teams and enhancing customer experiences.
Ananya & Erin discuss:
- How generative AI is reshaping business decision-making.
- The role of AI personalization in improving customer satisfaction.
- Proven strategies for upskilling teams to thrive in an AI-driven future.
- Best practices for implementing responsible AI and fostering ethical AI innovation
About our guest:
Ananya is a thought leader in AI innovation, with expertise in machine learning, cloud technologies, and data science. She has driven AI transformation in sectors like retail and healthcare by developing advanced AI platforms and scalable solutions.
13 GEN 2025 · Erin and Evan explore analytics in the AI era, with a spotlight on the revolutionary impact of large language models like ChatGPT.
They discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI-driven analytics, emphasizing how successful strategies require a blend of advanced technology and human intuition.
Evan shares compelling real-world examples of how data-driven insights are transforming businesses, showcasing the power of predictive modeling and the often-overlooked importance of causal modeling in crafting effective analytics strategies.
This episode offers actionable insights on everything from leveraging AI tools for workflow optimization to the art of simplifying complex data for better decision-making.
Key discussion points include:
- How AI is reshaping the analytics landscape and what it means for businesses.
- Balancing skepticism and innovation to mitigate risks in AI adoption.
- Why simplicity and storytelling are essential for driving effective decisions.
- Best practices for applying tools like ChatGPT thoughtfully and strategically.
- The future of analytics: a harmonious blend of AI technology and human expertise.
About our guest:
Evan Wimpey is an experienced analytics professional and stand-up comedian who uses humor to make data science concepts more accessible. His unique approach bridges the gap between technical insights and real-world application, offering a fresh perspective on the future of AI-driven analytics.
6 GEN 2025 · How can organizations turn data into their most valuable asset while staying ahead of regulations and leveraging the power of AI? This episode dives into the transformative world of data governance, exploring how it drives smarter decisions, streamlines data management, and aligns with business strategy.
Whether you're tackling regulatory hurdles, struggling with data quality, or looking to future-proof your operations with AI, this conversation reveals the secrets to building effective governance frameworks that deliver real impact.
💡 Nicola and Erin discuss:
- Why data quality is the foundation of effective data-driven decision making.
- How the integration of AI is transforming traditional governance models.
- The role of data literacy and organizational culture in successful governance adoption.
- Challenges in balancing sector-specific needs while ensuring robust regulatory compliance.
- Practical steps to kickstart your data governance journey today.
Nicola Askham is a seasoned data professional who sheds light on how organizations can make data governance relatable and engaging for stakeholders, blending it seamlessly into their business strategy.
13 MAR 2024 · In this installment, Joëlle Laubner, Business Intelligence Manager at Syngenta, speaks to Erin Pearson, VP of Marketing at Evalueserve, about how the competitive intelligence landscape has already shifted and how AI continues to drive change in the space.
Erin and Joëlle discuss:
✔️ The evolution of competitive intelligence from labor-intensive, manual processes to a more automated landscape.
✔️ The importance of balancing automation and human expertise, or mind and machine.
✔️ Tailoring market and competitive intelligence insights and delivery methods based on stakeholder preferences and needs.
✔️ Strategies to drive adoption and foster collaboration. Feedback loops are critical in creating and maintaining a dynamic market and competitive intelligence program.
✔️ Predictions for where the competitive intelligence field is headed next.
📌 Quote from the Episode:
📣 "I'm deeply convinced that knowledge within organizations like ours is often underestimated or underused. Before going deep into any project, what we try to do is first look at what's available and at hand internally. Who and where are the subject matter experts? What do they know? How can they help? And those are all very critical and crucial questions." – Joëlle Laubner
📌 Speakers in this Episode:
🎙️ Erin Pearson, Vice President, Marketing at Evalueserve
🎙️ Joëlle Laubner, Business Intelligence Manager at Syngenta
7 FEB 2024 · Gordon Chu, the Digital Innovation Manager at Cathay Pacific, and host Erin Pearson have an engaging conversation about creating an innovation culture and democratizing AI within an organization.
In this episode, they explore:
✔️ Strategies for upskilling employees and enabling AI adoption.
✔️ Changing perceptions of AI and its transformative potential.
✔️ How to foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and innovation.
✔️ The importance of storytelling to inspire and drive AI adoption.
✔️ Real-world examples and practical advice for AI implementation.
📌 Quote from the Episode:
📣 "Ultimately, the technology is not for replacing your entire workflow. But there are definitely spaces in your existing workflow where AI can play a role." – Gordon Chu
📌 Speakers in this Episode:
🎙️ Erin Pearson, Vice President, Marketing at Evalueserve
🎙️ Gordon Chu, Digital Innovation Manager at Cathay Pacific
6 DIC 2023 · Like all domains right now, intellectual property (IP) and research & development (R&D) are wrestling with how to apply AI to their work most effectively and what it means for the industry’s future. In this insightful episode, Ashish Bodhankar, IP Strategist Leader at Dow Chemical Company, and Decisions Now host Erin Pearson detail these topics.
Ashish and Erin discuss:
✔️ The evolving role of IP management and how technology is influencing it.
✔️ How AI accelerates R&D processes, from formulation design to predictive modeling.
✔️ The importance of starting small, collaborating, and using cross-functional teams when adopting AI strategies.
✔️ Common misconceptions about AI, especially concerning job displacement and its ability to enhance human work.
📌 Quote from the Episode:
📣 “One of the key challenges is in understanding that this is applicable to our industry. When you look at chemical and material science, people think, ‘What has AI got to do with it? I mean, we're going to make materials, correct? How would a computer make materials? How is this going to be used?’ So, that is one challenge in terms of accepting that this can play a role in the organization or in R&D in particular.” – Ashish Bodhankar
📌 Speakers in this Episode:
🎙️ Erin Pearson, Vice President, Marketing at Evalueserve
🎙️ Ashish Bodhankar, IP Strategist Leader at Dow Chemical Company
29 NOV 2023 · In this episode, Erin Pearson welcomes Daniel Helmig, CEO and founder of helmig advisory, as a special guest. With an extensive background in procurement and transformation at companies such as Ford Motor Company, ABB, and PepsiCo, Daniel shares his expertise in supply chain sustainability and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction.
Daniel and Erin discuss topics including:
✔️ Globalization’s impact on GHG emissions.
✔️ The role of CEOs in driving sustainability.
✔️ The importance of modern tools, including AI-enabled products, in advancing supply chain decarbonization efforts.
✔️ Collaborating with suppliers and partners on the net zero journey.
📌 Quote from the Episode:
📣 "As long as the CEOs of the companies are not willing to say it will change because of me and I'll do this for my children and for my grandchildren, it's not going to change in the near future." – Daniel Helmig
📌 Speakers in this Episode:
🎙️ Erin Pearson, Vice President, Marketing at Evalueserve
🎙️ Daniel Helmig, CEO and Founder of helmig advisory
17 NOV 2023 · Enter the complex world of the battery space and learn how to apply market insights with host Erin Pearson and special guest Raúl Arredondo. Raúl is a seasoned strategy and marketing executive in the battery industry, having worked for Rockwell, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (now part of Stellantis), and Clarios.
In this thought-provoking episode, they discuss:
✔️ The shift to electric vehicles (EVs) and how it’s reshaping the manufacturing process and supply chains in the battery and automotive industries.
✔️ The significance of market insights in shaping strategy.
✔️ Navigating global markets, cultural differences, and governmental policies.
✔️ Team structures and vendor partnerships.
✔️ Predictions for the automotive and battery industries.
📌 Quote from the Episode:
📣 “If you don’t believe what you’re reading, you’re not going to do anything with the data. And that is the worst thing you can do.” – Raúl Arredondo
📌 Speakers in this Episode:
🎙️ Erin Pearson, Vice President, Marketing at Evalueserve
🎙️ Raúl Arredondo, Global Strategy and Marketing Executive and Expert on the Battery Space
Decisions Now is a podcast presented by Evalueserve discussing how to generate decision-ready insights from artificial intelligence and data. In each episode, host Erin Pearson talks with experts, analysts, and...
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Decisions Now is a podcast presented by Evalueserve discussing how to generate decision-ready insights from artificial intelligence and data. In each episode, host Erin Pearson talks with experts, analysts, and business leaders across industries to bring you insights on diverse AI subjects.
Subscribe today, and don’t miss an episode.
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Subscribe today, and don’t miss an episode.
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| Autore | Heartcast Media |
| Organizzazione | Molly Ruland |
| Categorie | Economia |
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