Transform NOW

In this episode, host Michael Marchuk speaks with Josh Drean, author of the book "Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work". Michael and Josh discuss the transformative impact of disruptive technologies on the workforce, emphasizing the need for a shift in traditional employment models. They explore the role of AI in enhancing employee experiences, the evolution of career paths, and the importance of human-centric digital transformation. Josh shares insights on how emerging technologies can redefine resumes and employee expectations, offering advice for different generations navigating the changing landscape of work.

Josh's book: https://www.amazon.com/Employment-Dead-Disruptive-Technologies-Revolutionizing/dp/164782642X

Here’s what we talked with Josh about: 

-Traditional employment models are failing to adapt to modern needs.

-AI can enhance employee experiences and productivity.

-The future of work may involve gig economy models.

-Resumes need to evolve in the age of AI.

-Human-centric digital transformation is crucial for organizations.

-Employees are seeking flexibility and autonomy in their work.

-Companies must understand and meet the needs of younger generations.

-Emerging technologies will disrupt traditional industries.

-New graduates should focus on building skills and using AI.

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In this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk banter about some interesting recent news headlines in the world of automation and AI.

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News stories covered in this episode:

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Trump highlights partnership investing $500 billion in AI https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://apnews.com/article/trump-ai-openai-oracle-softbank-son-altman-ellisonbe261f8a8ee07a0623d4170397348c41*__;Iw!!JE2nyJ8!1KSgJPyDf0wvaxSvjygXaIA9oGDkEHICda56fd6U1TMRs7lbEHn5R6rJ3RbO6S3GgqY8T1tUAZSd5fgSyHSjIzMT66ZE$

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OpenAI Just Pulled a Theranos With o3

https://analyticsindiamag.com/ai-news-updates/openai-just-pulled-a-theranos-with-o3/

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OpenAI's ChatGPT AI Agent Is Coming Soon, Autonomous Tasks Coming Soon After Code Appears in Mac App

https://www.techtimes.com/articles/309148/20250121/openais-chatgpt-ai-agent-coming-soon-autonomous-tasks-coming-soon-after-code-appears-mac-app.htm

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What Enterprises Need to Know About Agentic AI Risks - https://www.databreachtoday.com/what-enterprises-need-to-know-about-agentic-ai-risks-a-27282

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‘That’s Genius’: Jayden Daniels’ Unique VR Training Routine Sends Fans Into Frenzy https://www.profootballnetwork.com/genius-jayden-daniels-unique-vr-training-routine-sends-fans-frenzy-lifestyle/

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In this episode, Brad Hairston talks with Nicholas Lee, CEO of Fujitsu Intelligence, who explains how his organization is helping companies utilize AI and other emerging tech like quantum computing to solve complex problems in a fresh way.

Here’s what we talked with Nicholas about: 

*Who is Fujitsu Intelligence?

*How AI exploration is going at most companies and the outlook for the coming year

*The AI skill gap facing most companies

*How AI enables ESG objectives

*Example AI solution delivered by Fujitsu

*Where AI and quantum computing intersect

*Significant advancements in quantum computing over the past couple of years

*Industries leading the charge in quantum computing

*The timeframe for achieving practical, large-scale quantum computing for enterprise use

*Key technology trends anticipated in 2025

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On this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk banter about some interesting recent news headlines in the world of automation and AI.

News stories covered in this episode:

AI could create 78 million more jobs than it eliminates by 2030 - https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/01/ai-could-create-78-million-more-jobs-than-it-eliminates-by-2030-report/

Experts question analyst report on Wall Street losing jobs to AI - https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/experts-question-analyst-report-on-wall-street-losing-jobs-to-ai/ar-AA1xfUzq

Can AI do maths yet? Thoughts from a mathematician. https://xenaproject.wordpress.com/2024/12/22/can-ai-do-maths-yet-thoughts-from-a-mathematician/

Why AI language models choke on too much text https://arstechnica.com/ai/2024/12/why-ai-language-models-choke-on-too-much-text/

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In this episode, Brad Hairston talks with Miguel Carrasco, Global Public Sector Lead at BCG X, who explains what BCG learned from assessing the AI maturity of 73 global economies.

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Here’s what we talked with Miguel about: 

*The driving force behind the AI Maturity Matrix

*How the ASPIRE index helps capture the nuances of AI readiness across different economies

*What makes the AI pioneers distinct in their approach to AI

*What AI adopters can learn from pioneers

*Why so many economies scored low in overall AI readiness

*How economies with low AI exposure can prepare for future technological disruption

*How governments can improve their AI readiness

*Societal implications of the disparities highlighted by the AI Maturity Matrix

*How Australia compares to the US in addressing AI talent acquisition and energy demand

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Where to find the AI Maturity Index discussed in this episode: https://www.bcg.com/publications/collections/ai-in-the-public-sector

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In this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk banter about some interesting recent news headlines in the world of automation and AI.

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News stories covered in this episode:

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Microsoft CEO says that AI Agents Will Transform SaaS as We Know It https://www.cxtoday.com/data-analytics/microsoft-ceo-ai-agents-will-transform-saas-as-we-know-it/

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2025 will be the year climate tech learns to love AI https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/02/2025-will-be-the-year-climate-tech-learns-to-love-ai/

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‘I received a first but it felt tainted and undeserved’: inside the university AI cheating crisis

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/dec/15/i-received-a-first-but-it-felt-tainted-and-undeserved-inside-the-university-ai-cheating-crisis?/

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The Byte:  Facebook Planning to Flood Platform with AI-Powered Users https://futurism.com/the-byte/facebook-planning-ai-powered-users

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In this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk are joined by Dr. Lou Bachenheimer, CTO Americas at SS&C Blue Prism, to discuss their respective predictions for 2025.

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On this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk banter about some interesting recent news headlines in the world of automation and AI.

News stories covered in this episode:

Microsoft and OpenAI have formalized a new definition for AGI (Artificial General Intelligence): a system that can generate $100 billion in profits. - https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/26/microsoft-and-openai-have-a-financial-definition-of-agi-report/

Too Busy For The Future: Why Managers Can’t Close The Skills Gap - https://www.forbes.com/sites/niritcohen/2024/12/08/too-busy-for-the-future-why-managers-cant-close-the-skills-gap/

Google's biggest bet is AI for search, investment chief says - https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/googles-biggest-bet-is-ai-search-investment-chief-says-2024-12-10/

AI AM AFRAID! Former Google boss warns of AI danger & says ‘humans will not be able to police it’ as computers ‘think for themselves’ - https://www.the-sun.com/tech/13098870/former-google-boss-warns-ai-danger/

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In this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk discuss their respective top 5 moments from 2024 episodes of the show.

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2024 Year in Review for Transform NOW

*86 episodes published

*Started publishing videos of the full podcasts on SS&C Blue Prism’s YouTube channel

*Added a “Weekly Pulse Check” podcast featuring Michael and Brad reacting to top news items in the world of automation and AI

*We remain in the top 2.5% (most popular) of the 3.36M podcasts published around the world, according to listennotes.com

*90 days after publishing, our average #listens per episode is 2.5 times the global average for all podcast episodes

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Episodes referenced in this show:

*302. Preserving Our Humanity in the Age of AI, featuring Dr. Robert Hunt of Southern Methodist University

*260. The Flourishing Effect of Automation, featuring Tonille Miller of EXT

*262. Moving Toward a Swarm Intelligence with GAI Insights, featuring Dr. John Sviokla of GAI Insights

*287. The AI Dilemma: Principles for Responsible Technology, featuring Juliette Powell of Klein Powell International and NYU

*327. Transforming Healthcare Payments, featuring Dr. Mahi Rayasam of McKinsey & Company

*300. New Business Models and Strategies in the Gen AI Era, featuring Al Naqvi of AIAI

*313. Enterprise AI in Motion: Autonomous Vehicles Hit the Limelight, featuring Alex Roy of Johnson & Roy Advisors and The Autonocast

*317. The Future of Agentic AI, featuring Alexander De Ridder of SmythOS

*309. The AI Power-Sourcing Dilemma, featuring Aaron Denman of Bain & Company

*325. Becoming an AI Enthusiast not an AI Tourist, featuring Lauren Vriens of Accenture

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In this episode, Transform NOW co-hosts Brad Hairston and Michael Marchuk banter about some interesting recent news headlines in the world of automation and AI.

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News stories covered in this episode:

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ChatGPT’s AI search engine is rolling out to everyone

https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/16/24322665/chatgpt-search-engine-rolling-out-free-users

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Why the Coolest Job in Tech Might Actually Be in a Bank

https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-the-coolest-job-in-tech-might-actually-be-in-a-bank-274330c5?mod=cio-journal_lead_story

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Google says its new AI models can identify emotions — and that has experts worried https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/05/google-says-its-new-open-models-can-identify-emotions-and-that-has-experts-worried/?utm_source=tldrai&guccounter=1 

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Lisa Kudrow Criticizes Tom Hanks’ De-Aging Movie ‘Here’ as ‘Endorsement for AI’: ‘What Work Will There Be for Human Beings?’

https://variety.com/2024/film/news/lisa-kudrow-criticizes-tom-hanks-here-endorsement-ai-1236250210/

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