In this episode of Software Leaders Uncensored, host Steve Taplin engages with Ken Stott, a seasoned tech executive and field CTO at Hasura. They discuss Ken's extensive career journey from Deloitte to Wall Street and his current role at Hasura, focusing on the importance of custom software and AI in modern enterprises. The conversation delves into the challenges of AI implementation, the evolving roles in tech due to automation, and the significance of a robust data infrastructure. Ken shares insights on balancing engineering speed with reliability, the ideal tech stack for companies, and valuable lessons learned throughout his career. The episode concludes with advice for tech leaders on understanding their business environment and driving value through automation solutions.