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Could the potential of ChatGPT and generative AI capabilities compare with what mechanization did to spark the Industrial Revolution? If so, how can we best approach using AI as a springboard for evolution in today’s digital workplaces? 
In this episode of Digital Workplace Impact, host Nancy Goebel welcomes back Florin Rotar, Chief Technology Officer at Avanade, a leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services. In previous years, the two have collaborated on a number of projects, presenting a shared focus and unique perspectives on how digital technology is changing work and people.  
In a matter of a few short months, ChatGPT has become a catalyst for change, curiosity and creativity in workplaces everywhere. In this conversation, Florin and Nancy really get to the heart of the hype, the risks and the opportunities, and ask whether ChatGPT and emerging AI capabilities will democratize the use of artificial intelligence at large? 
So, for a human-generated view on AI, join us and listen to the conversation. Hear more about how the future might unfold, along with some great advice on how best to seize the opportunities this pivotal moment brings. 
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Florin Rotar, Chief Technology Officer, Avanade 

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In the past 20 years, DWG has completed more than 700 benchmarks – both of intranet and digital workplaces – in each case providing insights for organizations to wanting to take the next step in achieving their ambitions. 
In this episode of Digital Workplace Impact, DWG’s benchmarking architect and lead benchmarking evaluator, Chris Tubb, helps to uncover the mysteries of all things benchmarking. What’s the DWG model? How does it work? How is it different from the Digital Workplace of the Year awards? And what are the biggest benefits to the organization of stepping into the benchmarking spotlight? 
 
At a time when digital workplace teams are looking to sharpen their business cases for investment, provide proof of value or conduct health checks to inform their aspirations, DWG’s benchmarking gives an independent evaluation of how a digital workplace is performing along with actionable recommendations for ‘what next?’. 
Chris is one of DWG’s lead strategy consultants and a published author. DWG’s Chief Executive Officer and host, Nancy Goebel, leaves him with no question unasked, revealing just how much more data and metrics can really add to a world full of opinion.  
So, for crisp insights and great conversation take a listen to evaluate for yourself if DWG’s benchmarking might be for you. 
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Guest speakers:  
Chris Tubb, Lead Strategy Consultant and Benchmarking Evaluator at DWG 

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That red carpet moment is nearly upon us as the Digital Workplace of the Year Awards team prepares for another season of sparkling entries.
In this episode of Digital Workplace Impact, host and DWG’s Chief Executive Officer, Nancy Goebel, meets with two of the behind-the-scenes heroes who team up to deliver the Awards, and hears more about all that goes into celebrating and learning from the industry’s best of the best.  
Chair of the Awards is Elizabeth Marsh, DWG’s Director of Research, while Sarah Escott, DWG Events and Collaboration Director, oversees DWG’s rolling programme of events, DWG’s own digital workplace, and is also the Awards programme manager. 
This in-depth conversation covers the origins story behind the success of these Awards, changes over the years, what's new this season, and spotlights what practitioners learn from start to finish. All this and more is packaged up with great advice on the application process – including not to worry about perfection! 
The Awards honour those who have excelled in creating well-executed, high-performing digital workplace environments – and
there is still time to take part. You can enter up to May 12, 2023, whether it’s as a prospective Digital Workplace of the Year, Modern Intranet of the Year or Digital Workplace Team of the Year.  
Join Nancy and the team for the inside scoop on all things Awards and polish up that entry today.  
 
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Guest speakers:  
Elizabeth Marsh,
DWG Director of Research 
Sarah Escott,
DWG Events and Collaboration Director 

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Creating digital accessibility is a responsibility and an opportunity all at once. 
In this episode of Digital Workplace Impact, host Nancy Goebel is once again joined by the insightful and astute Shimrit Janes, DWG’s Director of Knowledge. Together, they examine the importance of prioritizing digital accessibility, the subject of Shimrit’s final chapter in the new DWG three-part research series, The inclusive digital workplace. 
The discussion journeys through understanding disabilities and the role of accessibility in removing environmental, systemic and attitudinal barriers to participation.
The pair stop to explore the backdrop of four disability models and the fit these have with the digital workplace. Also under scrutiny is a case study from MassMutual and a range of insights, including the crucial part that digital accessibility can play in helping to create a healthy living system within an organization. Shimrit’s advice throughout? Adopt a learning mindset to uncover what you don’t know, how you can start to learn more, and just why it’s so important to do so.
For a thought-provoking discussion that can help propel your thinking on digital accessibility, listen now. 
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Guest speakers:  
Shimrit Janes, DWG’s Director of Knowledge

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Digital inclusivity is a way of working, a culture through which the digital workplace is intentionally made welcoming to everyone – but how can you successfully create this?  
In this episode of Digital Workplace Impact, Shimrit Janes, DWG’s Director of Knowledge, shares her latest insights from The inclusive digital workplace: Part 1 – Nurturing digital inclusivity. This recent report, the first in a three-part DWG research series, is available online. 
 
Host Nancy Goebel explores what inspired this series of reports, why Shimrit is releasing Nurturing digital inclusivity first, the difference between inclusivity and accessibility, and why ethics has also been investigated.  
 
A key learning? You can focus on accessibility, but this doesn't mean you're creating an inclusive experience for everyone. Together, the two pinpoint great examples from the field as well as opportunities and challenges, covering the principles of good design and the value of becoming a ‘conscious communicator’.  
Relevant today more than ever, this podcast has advice and insights to help those designing and operating in digital workplaces everywhere. Listen now and learn more. 
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Guest speakers:  
Shimrit Janes, DWG’s Director of Knowledge 

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In this latest episode of Digital Workplace Impact, you can meet Stacie Barrett, Director of Internal Communications at Domino's, the world’s largest pizza company.
 
An exceptional digital workplace practitioner, Stacie is responsible for digital and in-person communication to Domino’s franchisees and corporate team members globally. Within minutes, you will see just why OFC named Stacie a ‘Rockstar of Culture and Communication’.
 
Stacie specializes in integrating messages from all areas of the company into simple, coherent and digestible communications. This ballerina turned corporate performer is a passionate storyteller, and in this captivating conversation she describes her philosophy and practical thinking around internal communications.
 
Together, Nancy and Stacie discuss what it takes to harness the best of storytelling and technology while filtering out the non-essentials for time-poor and often disparate audiences. A lifelong learner, Stacie’s approach is grounded in purpose, empathy, active listening, humour and impact.
 
So, for a slice of Stacie’s recipe for success – including pizza sharing – and advice for internal communicators in the hot seat, take a listen today.
 
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Guest speaker:
Stacie Barrett, Director of Internal Communications at Domino’s

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