Tech Transform

By Oliver Wight Asia Pacific

In this podcast, Rod Hozack, Partner at business transformation specialists, Oliver Wight, explores the impact of existing and upcoming AI technologies.... more

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How many episodes does Tech Transform have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.

Tech Transform episodes:

June 24, 2025 How to plan for AI enablement of the IBP and ITP processes, with David Paynter
In the ninth episode of Oliver Wight's Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack speaks to Dr. David Paynter, a global expert in strategy, operational planning, and technology for product-making businesses.

David balances his time between university teaching, publication, and client advisory. He has published with CEDA, SAP, KPMG, and his latest publication is, "Digital Orchestration, Refining Economies of Scale", published in the Australian Journal of Management.

Together, David and Rod discuss a topic that has been on companies' agendas for decades - using the Integrated Business Planning and Integrated Tactical Planning processes as management processes, but addressing the AI question head on.

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32min
April 23, 2025 The successful application of AI in business, with Omid Karr
In the eighth episode of Oliver Wight's Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack speaks to Omid Karr, Executive Manager of Enterprise AI and Engineering at IAG and CEO of Ambiata.

With nearly 20 years' experience in data science and AI, Omid boasts many successful AI programs that work and promises not the bright shiny objects, but tangible results. Omar has an MSc in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science and a PhD in Optimization and Machine Learning Engineering and has held roles in CSIRO, Swiss Re and many more.

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28min
April 02, 2025 Realizing the value of big data and AI to give sensible and valid predictions with Rich Wagner
In the seventh episode of Oliver Wight's Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack speaks to Rich Wagner, Field CTO at Board and a visionary leader in the field of predictive analytics.

Rich has over a decade of experience in business analysis, manufacturing process improvement and the data-driven strategies that shape successful enterprise . As the Founder and CEO of Prevedere, he pioneered an analytics platform that revolutionized forecasting, by integrating external factors, such as market dynamics and consumer behavior into traditional models.

In this episode, Rich shares his insights on transforming businesses through better forecasting, predictive planning, and smarter decision-making.

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24min
March 26, 2025 The evolution of SAP's IBP solution and how companies can integrate advanced forecasting methods with Laura Tozzo
In the sixth episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack talks to Laura Tozzo, a Product Manager for SAP's IBP for AI, with a background in mathematics and a focus on leveraging AI for demand forecasting and planning. Laura has also been at the forefront of applying machine learning to optimize supply chain processes.

In this conversation, Laura and Rod discuss the future of AI in business planning, the evolution of SAP's IBP solution, and how companies can integrate advanced forecasting methods to drive smarter, data-driven decisions in an increasingly complex business environment.

Find out more by visiting the Oliver Wight website: https://oliverwightasiapacific.com
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30min
March 19, 2025 Where we are going with data and the interface with AI with Chris Hannan
In the fifth episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack talks to Chris Hannan, a seasoned strategy consultant and solution architect with over 25 years in finance, sales and operations planning, as well as Integrated Business Planning.
In this conversation Chris and Rod discuss where we are going with data and the interface with AI.
Find out more by visiting the Oliver Wight website: https://oliverwightasiapacific.com
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30min
March 04, 2025 Decision intelligence and the evolving field of agentic AI with Niels Van Hove
In the fourth episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack chats to Niels van Hove, an engagement coach, customer engagement lead for Aera Technology and previous integrated business planning program lead for George Weston Foods.
In this conversation, Rod and Niels discuss decision intelligence and the evolving field of agentic AI.
Find out more by visiting the Oliver Wight website: https://oliverwightasiapacific.com
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30min
February 20, 2025 Enabling finance functions to transform digitally with Tariq Munir
In the third episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack chats to Tariq Munir, a thought leader in digital transformation over the last 20 years.

Tariq specializes in leading digital roadmaps, fostering a digital-first culture, and driving organizational change. He is an international keynote speaker, digital transformation trainer and writer for CFO Magazine ANZ, as well as Managing Partner of his own business - Finspire.

In this conversation, Rod and Tariq discuss how digital disruption is reshaping industries and what leaders can do to thrive in this ever-changing and evolving landscape.

Find out more by visiting the Oliver Wight website: https://oliverwightasiapacific.com
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40min
February 19, 2025 The critical importance of data integrity for decision-making and how to structure it for success
In the second episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack, speaks to Oliver Wight Partner, Olga Papageorgiou, a qualified agile leader with a rich background in finance and data science.

Together, they discuss the critical importance of data in making business decisions and shed light on how well structured and actionable data is the foundation to successful business planning.

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34min
February 19, 2025 Understanding the past is vital for managing the challenges of this future new wave of technology
In the first episode of the Tech Transform podcast, Rod Hozack, speaks to Oliver Wight Business Advisor, Darryl Landvater, a powerhouse from the early days of Material Requirements Planning.

Together, they discuss the vast potential of leveraging your existing technology to prepare for challenges in the future, including the next wave of artificial intelligence (AI).

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33min

FAQs about Tech Transform:

How many episodes does Tech Transform have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.