Digital transformation can be complex, especially when you’re transitioning into a brand new technology and engineering organization. Previously operating inside PwC, Vialto Partners did just that. In this episode, Chief Digital Officer Sayee Bellamkonda discusses the strategies used to navigate this unique shift. If you’re a digital leader looking for practical insights to propel your digital transformation forward, this podcast is a must-listen. 

In today’s fast-paced digital world, modernizing data practices is more critical than ever. James Morgan, Chief Data Officer at The Crown Estate, and Danilo Sato, Global Head of Technology for Data and AI at Thoughtworks, join us to share insights from The Crown Estate’s data journey and the latest MIT Technology Review Insights report. If you’re a business leader looking to transform your organization with modern data strategies, this podcast is for you.

Being an authentic leader fosters trust, collaboration, and respect within teams. In this episode, Darren Smith, CTO of MYOB, shares his own leadership journey with practical strategies for fostering transparency and team alignment. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to lead, this podcast offers valuable insights to inspire and guide you on your own leadership path.

Opportunity awaits the wealth management industry, as global wealth rises and the baby boomer generation begins to transfer assets. Omar says wealth managers must keep up with growing demands for efficiency and personalization. But this large-scale digital transformation is not a destination - it’s a continuous journey and in this episode we are going to explore this topic in more detail.

A future-fit tech strategy is crucial for organizations to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving business landscape. Ashutosh Dabral, Managing Director of Falabella, India, explores how Falabella leveraged a microservices-based architecture and data-driven insights to reshape retail, winning Forester's 2023 Technology Strategy Impact Award. If you are a leader interested in retail innovation and customer-centric strategies, this is the podcast for you.

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https://www.thoughtworks.com/insights/podcasts/pragmatism-in-practice

Customer-centricity is essential for successful product delivery. Head of Product, Sue Anderson shares how Trade Me keeps its customers at the heart of the product delivery process, and how the renowned New Zealand website constantly strives to do better. This episode is a must-listen for product or business leaders looking to embrace a more customer-led mindset across their organization and teams.

It seems like everyone’s talking about product thinking, but do we truly understand what it means in practice? dunnhumby’s Chief Product & Strategy Officer, David Zimmer, shares his learnings as a product leader whose career spans both traditional and digital-native organizations. This episode will give product and business leaders valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities of becoming a product organization.

Host: Kimberly Boyd, Head of Customer Marketing & Insights, Thoughtworks

Guest: David Zimmer, Chief Product & Strategy Officer, dunnhumby

With so many different definitions, it can be difficult to understand exactly what product thinking is, and how it can transform your organization. In this episode, Thoughtworks’ product leaders, Rujia Wang and Jonathan Savage, explore how it can help you enhance your customer experience, and dispel some common misconceptions. It’s essential listening if you’re a product leader seeking to refine your customer experience, create ambitious new products, and foster a culture of innovation.

How does an industry titan like OTTO, spanning retail, logistics, and online marketplaces, embark on a transformation journey that ensures relentless competitiveness? Knut Talman and Matthias Wlaka, share the strategies that empowered OTTO to pivot with agility, craft innovative business models, and leverage technology to achieve seamless, uninterrupted growth. If you are a leader embarking on a transformation journey, this is the podcast for you.