The Hart Square Podcast

By Hart Square

At Hart Square we provide consultancy services to non-profits in the UK and Europe, primarily around strategy and technology.

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The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.

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September 28, 20232023 Charity Digital Sills Report: Key Findings with Zoe Amar
Zoe Amar is the Founder and Director of Zoe Amar Digital as well as a co-author of the 2023 Charity Digital Skills Report.

The Charity Digital Skills Report is the annual barometer of charities' digital skills, attitudes and behaviours and Zoe joined us on this episode to discuss some of the key findings.

On this episode we discussed:
Motivations and aims of the report
How the Charity Digital Skills Report is created
The key findings in relation to data
Reponses to the topic of AI and emerging technology trends
Approach to diversity, equality and inclusion

Download the 2023 Charity Digital Skills Report: www.charitydigitalskills.co.uk
Zoe Amar Digital: www.zoeamar.com

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39min
August 23, 2023Project risk: How to identify and manage risks with Azuma and Jason
Azuma and Jason from the Hart Square team join us on this episode to share their insights and experience on common risks in digital projects. They explore examples of project risks as well as their tips for monitoring and managing risks.

On this episode we discuss:
What are project risks?
Examples of common risks in digital projects
Where to start with identifying project risks
Why it is important to identify risks early
Tips for monitoring and managing risks

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35min
July 12, 2023Understanding data migration: Process and best practices with Billy & Jonathan
Billy and Jonathan from the Hart Square team join us on this episode to share their insights and experience on the data migration stage of a digital project. They delve into the best practices and share how you can get the most benefit from the process.

On this episode we discuss:
Why data and data migration is so important for non-profits and their digital projects
When should you be thinking about data and migration
The challenge of the “hidden spreadsheets”
Importance of communication and change management during the data migration process
Key steps involved in data migration

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37min
June 21, 2023Key roles for successful digital projects with Helen & Andrew
Helen and Andrew, both Senior Business Change Consultants at Hart Square, join us on this episode to share their experience and insights on the key roles within a digital project that will help you to achieve success.

On this episode we discuss:
An overview of the most significant roles for success
Importance of Subject Matter Experts and the qualities needed for this role
How to empower your project team and get the best from them
The role of a project lead, their responsibilities and who usually fills this role
The role of independent consultants such as Hart Square, within projects

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31min
May 24, 2023How to manage the people side of change with Tory Cassie, m-hance
In this episode, we were joined by Tory Cassie, who is the NFP Business Development Consultant at m-hance. Tory has a wealth of experience in digital projects specifically in the non-profit sector so joined us on this episode to discuss the people side of change.

On this episode we cover:
Why are people the most important aspect of digital projects
Ensuring you have the right project resourcing
The importance of engaging your team and the wider community
Why you need a communication plan
The make up of a project team
The importance of data

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m-hance: www.m-hance.com
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35min
April 20, 2023How to create good digital experiences with Scott Ewings, Chief Experience Officer, TPXimpact
Scott Ewings is the Chief Experience Officer at TPXimpact, an organisation which aims to deliver impactful, sustainable digital outcomes that make a positive difference to how individuals and society experience the world.
In this episode we discuss with Scott how non-profits can create good digital experiences for their members, donors and stakeholders.

Topics we cover:
Why it’s so valuable to create good digital experiences
Why the distinction between physical and digital is redundant now
Importance of data to understand digital experiences
The explosion of AI and what it means for non-profits
Importance for digital sustainability

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TPXimpact: www.tpximpact.com
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47min
March 08, 2023International Women’s Day 2023 Special
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2023, we put together this special episode of the Hart Square Podcast where we chat to Lisa, Leah and Joyce from the Hart Square team about their journey and experience of working in the technology sector.

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. One of the key missions for this year is ‘To elevate and advance gender parity in technology and celebrate the women in forging innovation’.

On this episode we discuss:
Their journey to working in the technology sector and how they came to be in their role
The common misconception that you have to be ‘techy’ to work within this sector
The role we all have to play to educate and promote women roles in the technology sector
What more can we be doing?

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32min
February 20, 2023Is your non-profit cyber resilient? The changing world of cyber attacks with Rob May, Managing Director, ramsac
In this episode, we were joined by Rob May, Founder and Managing Director of ramsac. Rob is also the UK Ambassador for Cybersecurity at the IoD and sits on advisory board on the Cyber Resilience Centre. He joined us for this episode as we discussed all things cybersecurity.

On this episode we discuss:
What we mean cyber attacks
How cyber attacks have evolved over recent years
5 vectors of cyber attacks and the impact of social engineering
How to support your non-profit organisation in becoming cyber resilient
Why it is vital to maintain your systems
The importance of educating your staff
Key areas non-profit organisations should focus on in 2023

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ramsac: www.ramsac.com
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40min
November 24, 2022How digital can enable effective hybrid working with Adam Monks & James Field, Smartdesc
In this episode of the Hart Square Podcast, we were joined by Adam Monks, Co-Founder & Director at Smartdesc and James Field who is their Customer Strategy Director. We chatted all things hybrid working and explored how technology can enable an effective hybrid working environment.

Discussed on this episode:
Examples of technology that can enable effective hybrid working
Barriers to hybrid working
What is the role of an IT team now?
How to calculate the ROI
Upcoming trends for non-profits to consider

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Smartdesc: www.smartdesc.co.uk
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47min
October 20, 2022A guide to Business Process Reviews with Chris & Rhys
Chris and Rhys, Head of Technology & Services at Hart Square, join us on this episode to discuss all things business process reviews!

On this episode we discuss:
What is a business process review?
Why and when would a non-profit embark on a business process review?
Benefits of carrying one out
The key outputs of a business process review
Top business process review myths debunked

Follow Hart Square:
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Twitter: @Hart_Square
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41min

FAQs about The Hart Square Podcast:

How many episodes does The Hart Square Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.