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The Microsoft GenerateNow! podcast where we meet the people leading the Generative AI revolution. James Caton, Head of AI for Global System Integrator Partners at Microsoft, speaks with Customers and Partners to discuss their AI, GenAI and Copilot projects. Connect with James at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

  1. FEB 23

    Pinecone & Aquant Focus on GenAI Value, Not Infrastructure

    Most organizations struggle to balance building their own AI infrastructure with leveraging reliable, scalable solutions. Oded Sagie and Perry Krug reveal how partnering with Pinecone transformed their approach—turning complex infrastructure challenges into seamless, "boringly reliable" systems. Discover how this shift unlocked faster innovation, lower operational overhead, and the peace of mind to focus on delivering real customer value. In this episode, you'll break down the core architectural innovations behind Pinecone’s platform, including its adaptive indexing and serverless design, which support workloads from low-latency high-throughput applications to massive multi-tenant environments. Oded shares real-world lessons on choosing build vs. buy—highlighting the long-term costs of ownership versus operational simplicity and scalability. Perry dives into how Pinecone's managed vector database facilitates rapid deployment on cloud platforms like Azure, helping teams focus on their core product, not infrastructure. If you're navigating the complexity of deploying AI at scale—especially in industries demanding high reliability and performance—this episode is your game plan. Perfect for data engineers, AI leaders, and CTOs ready to ditch operational headaches and embrace "boringly reliable" technology that accelerates innovation while minimizing risk. Tune in to discover how to build smarter, scale faster, and focus on what truly matters—your customers. Apple @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654 Spotify @ https://open.spotify.com/show/43XcU8A1dsNfW3YGT8KXhp?si=62e09c6df65b4dc9&nd=1&dlsi=e9e6a138e7064929 Youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/@generatenowpodcast/featured Connect with Oded @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/odedkal/ Perry @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrykrug/ James @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

    27 min

  2. FEB 16

    Wipro Srinivasaa HG on Leading with Foundry IQ, Work IQ, and the Future of AI

    In this episode, James Caton (Microsoft) interviews Srinivasaa HG (Wipro) to discuss the advancements and challenges in Data and AI. They explore the important of Wipro being a finalist for Partner of the Year for Data and AI, the impact of integrated offerings like Foundry IQ and Work IQ, and Wipro's strategies for distinguishing itself across industries. Conversation topics include Wipro's venture investments, acquisitions, and the importance of data readiness for AI value realization. Connect with Srinivasaa at https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivasaahg/?originalSubdomain=uk and with James at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

    29 min

  3. FEB 9

    Accenture Pavan Ganugapati: Sovereign Cloud Drives Value Creation

    James Caton hosts Pavan Ganugapati, EMEA Leader at Accenture for the Microsoft Alliance, discusses the historic 20th consecutive Partner of the Year award, and the impact strategic partnership with Microsoft. The episode explores AI transformation, sovereign cloud, and leveraging sovereignty as a strategic advantage. Pavan emphasizes that sovereignty is not just about compliance but also a driver for value creation, with Microsoft technology supporting a full-stack sovereign architecture to adapt to evolving regulations.

    10 min

  4. FEB 5

    Egon Zehnder Christoph Wollersheim How Agentic AI Squares the HR Pyramid

    In this episode, James Caton interviews Christoph Wollersheim from Egon Zehnder, discussing the impact of AI on organizational structures and leadership. They explore how AI is reshaping traditional pyramid structures into rectangles, the roles of AI builders and transformers, and the importance of cultural adaptation in AI transformations. Apple @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654 Spotify @ https://open.spotify.com/show/43XcU8A1dsNfW3YGT8KXhp?si=62e09c6df65b4dc9&nd=1&dlsi=e9e6a138e7064929 Youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/@generatenowpodcast/featured Connect with Christoph @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoph-wollersheim-a4b58744/ Connect with James @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

    27 min

  5. JAN 28

    Unveiling KPMG Workbench: The Hidden Engine Powering Next-Gen AI across Industries

    Most companies overlook a game-changing secret behind their AI success — but KPMG's Cherie Gartner reveals how strategically embedding Microsoft's AI tools has transformed their entire operation. Imagine leveraging AI not just for clients, but first for your own teams, creating a ripple effect of innovation and efficiency that competitors can’t match. This episode uncovers the real partnership behind KPMG’s industry-leading AI adoption, offering insights you won’t hear anywhere else. See how KPMG's "Client Zero" approach harnesses Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure AI Foundry, and new toolkits like Agent 365 to embed AI deeply into audits, tax, advisory, and legal services. You’ll discover the frameworks and best practices that are setting new standards for enterprise AI. Learn how this internal "test kitchen" accelerates client-ready solutions — with real-world examples from Telstra and Vodafone demonstrating the tangible results of their AI journey. We break down the evolving role of platforms like KPMG Workbench, a unified, secure engine built on Azure that manages AI agents at scale. Cherie Gartner shares how this platform is revolutionizing professional services, enabling seamless AI deployment across industries and geographies. Plus, get a glimpse into the future of the Microsoft-KPMG alliance, where trust, transparency, and innovative co-creation are powering a new era of client transformation. Why does all this matter? Because in the race for AI dominance, the difference isn’t just technology — it’s strategic internal adoption, relentless experimentation, and a partner ecosystem that fosters rapid evolution. This episode is essential listening for leaders eager to embed AI deeply, scale securely, and stay ahead in a competitive landscape. Whether you're a C-suite executive, a tech innovator, or an AI enthusiast, you’ll come away with proven frameworks, inspiring examples, and a clear vision of how to unlock your organization’s full AI potential. The future belongs to those who act first — don’t miss your chance to learn how KPMG and Microsoft are shaping that future today. Connect with Cherie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherie-gartner/ Connect with James at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/ Video at https://youtu.be/tMdNTnJIp1c On Apple at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654

    13 min

  6. JAN 20

    Pinecone CEO Ashutosh - Why RAG beats Finetuning LLMs, and more

    In this episode with Pinecone CEO Ash Ashutosh, James explores why Pinecone stands out in the AI landscape. Pinecone is designed to handle billions of vectors with low latency, transforming data into actionable knowledge, thus enhancing business processes and decision-making. James speaks with Ash about Pinecone's strategic partnership with Microsoft Azure, and Pinecone empowers enterprises to fully leverage AI's potential. The focus on context-aware systems provides real-time, relevant solutions, making AI more valuable and aligning with essential AI-first strategies for modern businesses. Apple @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654 Spotify @ https://open.spotify.com/show/43XcU8A1dsNfW3YGT8KXhp?si=62e09c6df65b4dc9&nd=1&dlsi=e9e6a138e7064929 Youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/@generatenowpodcast/featured Connect with Ash @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashashutosh/. Connect with James @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

    36 min

  7. 09/03/2025

    EPAM's Dmitry Tikhomirov on Agentic AI in Industry

    This interview is part of a Microsoft Agentic AI Playbook, the download link is below. James Caton interviews Dmitry Tikhomirov, VP, Head of Cloud Technology and Delivery, EMEA and APAC, EPAM Systems, on the Agentic conversations he is having in Industry. We discuss: • a project from the insurance industry where Agentic AI-driven claim submission and risk flagging significantly speed up decision-making. • how EPAM is upskilling their workforce across all job functions to leverage AI, including retraining sellers to articulate AI value and training engineers in AI for business solutions. • Dmitry’s advice that companies start experimenting with AI to avoid missing opportunities for basic capabilities, and then continuously evolve with the fast-moving industry YouTube: https://youtu.be/52HFtUvIfVY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43XcU8A1dsNfW3YGT8KXhp?si=97412552ae4c439a Dmitry Tikhomirov: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmitrytikhomirov/ James Caton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton Agentic AI Playbook: https://aka.ms/AgenticPartnerPlaybook

    24 min

  8. 09/03/2025

    NTTDATA's Charlie Doubek on Agentic AI in Industry

    This interview is part of a Microsoft Agentic AI Playbook, the download link is below. James Caton interviews Charlie Doubek, Global VP, Agentic AI Leader, Cloud and Security, NTT DATA, on the Agentic conversations he is having in Industry. We discuss: • how multi-agent models are revolutionizing supply chains, driving significant improvements in efficiency • importance of red-team agents to confirm and thus improve compliance and accuracy in multi-agent orchestration • the shift from experimentation to deployment for Agentic AI, focusing on achieving ROI leveraging the expansive Microsoft ecosystem. YouTube: https://youtu.be/VXk06HKqkk4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generate-now/id1566458654 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43XcU8A1dsNfW3YGT8KXhp?si=97412552ae4c439a Charlie Doubek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-doubek-6476803/ James Caton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton Agentic AI Playbook: https://aka.ms/AgenticPartnerPlaybook

    27 min
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The Microsoft GenerateNow! podcast where we meet the people leading the Generative AI revolution. James Caton, Head of AI for Global System Integrator Partners at Microsoft, speaks with Customers and Partners to discuss their AI, GenAI and Copilot projects. Connect with James at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmcaton/

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  • Creator
    James Caton
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
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    © James Caton
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