Productivity: The Play for Parity

Accenture’s Abidemi Ogunbowale-Thomas discusses the transformative power of virtualisation and its impact on businesses. Explore how recent advancements, especially in Gen AI, are reshaping businesses and challenging traditional models. The conversation delves into the democratisation of technology, the role of CIOs, data aggregation and the necessity for a customer-centric mindset. Join the conversation for a deep dive into the technological revolution shaping the future of business and society.

Discover the transformative landscape of UK manufacturing with Accenture's Maddie Walker. Uncover the industry's challenges, from energy costs to supply chain disruptions and explore the power of digital innovation, paving the way for a resilient and promising future in UK production.

Accenture’s Tom White is back for part 2 to explore the future of tech and sustainability. Tom dives into the environmental impact of computing and Birmingham's innovative solutions. Gain insights for corporations and individuals, reflecting on the city's vibrant tech scene, evolving work landscape, and opportunities for the next generation.

Join Accenture’s Tom White live from Birmingham Tech Week to explore the reality of AI, cutting through the hype to uncover its practical applications. Brace yourself for a quantum leap as Tom dives into the mind-bending world of quantum computing, illuminating its potential in drug discovery, supply chain optimisation, and finance.

Whether it's a narrow focus on carbon reduction or a broad approach to behavioural change, every company has sustainability on their agenda. However, what actions they take and who is responsible can often differ. Jen Courant from Deutsche Bank joins us to talk about their compelling new model for corporate sustainability leadership. 

When you think of Scotland do you think of data? After this episode, you certainly will! Edinburgh is on the road to becoming a data capital of Europe. Join us to find out why it matters. With data, the possibilities are endless; from predicting epileptic fits, or enabling people to pivot their careers, to saving millions in manufacturing infrastructure costs. And small but mighty Scotland has big ambitions to put a ding in the universe.

Changing the world for the better has become a thread in the narrative for most big companies and it's simply a necessary part of doing business in the 21st century. But what happens when everyone embraces the opportunity for real change, rather than just doing the basics? Join us to learn more about an example that stretches employee skill and creativity, and most importantly makes a real difference to people in need.

The right combination of data, tech and people can boost profitability and revenue - but only 5% of companies are making it happen. This episode has more than one surprising statistic as we talk about talent, the gender pay gap, skills, technology, and the critical role of the CHRO as a growth executive.

The UK has a productivity problem, but it’s not what it seems. The UK was ranked 4th in the G7, behind the US, Germany and France – join our walk to find out why and what can be done. We explore how technology can increase workforce productivity, not by doing more but by creating more value.