Here's what you need to know: this show is different. The Technology Boardroom is your access-all-areas pass to one of Microsoft's leading partners in the UK, a...
Microsoft Ignite 2024: Reaction pod | The Technology Boardroom
Join Kate Johnson Lee, Peter Wilson and Dan Coleby as they delve into the highlights and headlines from Microsoft's 2024 annual conference. The trio also explore AI and hardware innovations announced at the event, particularly the Copilot+ PCs which enables local AI processing, enhancing performance without solely relying on cloud resources. This innovation reflects the broader theme of preparing for future tech advancements, emphasising the strategic need for organisations to adopt AI and future-proof their technologies. The hosts highlight the ease with which non-coders can create powerful tools using Copilot, transforming complex tasks into more manageable ones. Adding a personal touch and some American glamour, Kate shares her experiences from attending the conference, including a themed post-event at Chicago’s Navy Pier, featuring local delicacies like hot dogs and deep dish pizza! Kate's reflections offer a window into her experience as a woman in the male-dominated tech industry, noting the unique gender dynamics observed at the event.
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The challenge of safe and ethical AI
In the Boardroom this week, Steve and Rob discuss the challenge of ensuring AI is ethical and safe, including the principles of responsible AI and its impact on end users, security, and usage, with an emphasis on the need for responsible AI across the tech industry. With insights into global perspectives, corporate responsibilities, and how companies like Microsoft are implementing guardrails and controls to ensure responsible AI development, take your seat to learn more in episode three of The Technology Boardroom.
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Customer zero: Advania as our first and best client
The most successful organisations adopt a 'customer zero' mentality across their operations, using their own products and learning from their own experiences to uncover opportunities for growth, evolution and long-term success. In the Boardroom this week, Eden, Anna and Rob discuss Advania's approach to customer zero and dive into the successes and challenges that enable us to think like our customers, to provide an industry-leading service. From ESG and criticial sustainability goals, to workforce planning and talent nurturing, through to our vital partnerships with Microsoft and other vendors, take your seat for episode two of The Technology Boardroom and discover Advania as our own first and best client.
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AI and the future of workplace experience
In The Technology Boardroom's first episode, Pete, Chris and Dan get to grips with AI in the workplace. It's the buzzword of the day, it's the phrase on everyone's lips - and it's the tool that your people are desperate to leverage to get ahead. But what does AI really offer businesses at this point in time and more importantly how will it change the nature of what we do each day, how we achieve our goals and how we build for success? Answering these fundamental questions in the Boardroom today are Pete Wilson, Director of Sales Expertise, Chris O'Brien, Product and Services Director, and Dan Coleby, Director of Client Technology Value.
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The Technology Boardroom trailer: Welcome to the Boardroom
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Here's what you need to know: this show is different. The Technology Boardroom is your access-all-areas pass to one of Microsoft's leading partners in the UK, a roster of tech experts bringing you technical expertise, roundtable debates and strategic industry advice.
Each episode will break down the latest tech developments and trends, ranging from AI and cyber security to sustainability and professional development. A real tech enthusiast? A decision-maker responsible for thousands of employees? Pull up a seat in the Boardroom and join the conversation online.
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