Transform – Tomorrow’s thinking, today

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Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today, a podcast from GHD, is a podcast about how technology, data and new ways of thinking are shaping real-world outcomes for infrastructure, communities and businesses.   In each episode, leaders from across GHD’s global network sit down with technical specialists, clients and partners to unpack what’s reshaping our world, why it matters and how it’s being applied in real life. From AI and digital infrastructure to climate resilience, mobility and community engagement, the conversations focus on how the decisions we make today can impact the future.   Whether you’re responsible for strategy, delivery, long-term planning or operations, Transform gives you honest perspectives so you can navigate change with confidence and turn innovation into outcomes that truly transform.

Episodes

  1. Is real-time data the key to safer roads? Rethinking mobility for all

    10/27/2025

    Is real-time data the key to safer roads? Rethinking mobility for all

    We’re asking whether collaboration and real-time data can truly transform our transport networks and what it takes to deliver smarter, safer and more inclusive mobility for all. In this episode of Transform, GHD’s Divya Sarin sits down with Darren Henderson, Technical Director, GHD, and Declan Lucas. Vice President of Business Development, Transmax, to explore the urgent challenges facing global transport systems. The conversation covers how digital technology and bold leadership are reshaping the way we plan, move and connect.  They also dive into the power of partnership, the role of AI and real-time data in optimising networks and why equity and community engagement must be at the heart of transport innovation. Listen now for insights on future-proofing transportation infrastructure.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min
  2. Can data centres thrive outside the grid? How AI is reshaping the regions - Part 2

    09/03/2025

    Can data centres thrive outside the grid? How AI is reshaping the regions - Part 2

    We’re asking whether data centres can thrive beyond the grid, and how regional infrastructure is unlocking new possibilities for AI and digital equity. In this episode of Transform, GHD’s Andrew Morrison (Australian Market Leader for Property and Buildings, GHD) continues the conversation with Tai Hollingsbee (Head of Sustainability, Asia Pacific), Samuel Benson (Co-Founder, OceanBit) and Harqs Singh (CTO and Co-Founder, InfraPartners). This time, the focus shifts to the future — regional data centres, sovereign AI models and ultra-low latency infrastructure.  They explore how decentralisation is changing the investment landscape, why regional hubs are critical to closing the digital divide and how sustainable innovation is driving new forms of community value. Listen to hear insights on the next wave of data centre development and what it means for the future of intelligence, infrastructure and inclusion.     Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min
  3. What happens when data centres outpace infrastructure? Innovation breaks the rules - Part 1

    08/27/2025

    What happens when data centres outpace infrastructure? Innovation breaks the rules - Part 1

    We’re exploring how infrastructure constraints are reshaping the future of data centres, and why innovation is breaking rules to keep up with demand. In this episode of Transform, GHD’s Tai Hollingsbee (Head of Sustainability, Asia Pacific) is joined by Andrew Morrison (Australian Market Leader for Property and Buildings, GHD), Samuel Benson (Co-Founder, OceanBit) and Harqs Singh (CTO and Co-Founder, InfraPartners). Together, they unpack the challenges of powering data centres in a world of limited grid access, rising AI demand and evolving sustainability expectations.  From behind-the-meter energy solutions to prefabricated construction and offshore data centres, the conversation dives into how the industry is responding with bold, unconventional strategies. Listen now, the race to innovate is just beginning.     Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  4. What’s next for AI in community engagement? Bridging gaps and building trust

    08/01/2025

    What’s next for AI in community engagement? Bridging gaps and building trust

    We are examining how AI and emerging technologies can support deeper connections, enhance insight, and enable community leaders to make more informed, evidence-based decisions. In this episode of Transform, host Divya Sarin is joined by Emily Gallant, Technical Director of Engagement, Innovation and Partnerships, GHD, and Daniel Fusca, Manager of Public Consultation, Parks and Recreation Department, City of Toronto, to examine how our engagement processes are transforming across industries. From qualitative data analysis to deliberative dialogue, they discuss how innovation is opening new doors to building trust and fostering collaboration. Tune in to hear insights on the shifting culture of engagement, the balance of technology with human connection and the challenges of integrating AI into traditional practices.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
  5. Can simulation save lives? How technology is transforming wildfire response in the WUI

    06/23/2025

    Can simulation save lives? How technology is transforming wildfire response in the WUI

    As wildfires grow in frequency and intensity, emergency response planning is entering a new era - one powered by data, simulation, and collaboration. In this episode of Transform, host Divya Sarin (Senior Manager – Digital Strategy and Innovation at GHD) is joined by Enrico Ronchi (Associate Professor at Lund University), Dan Stockdale (Senior Advisor – Movement Strategies, GHD), and Kamryn Kubose-Peutz (Transportation Planner, GHD) to explore how climate change is reshaping emergency management. From the challenges of evacuating communities in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) to the development of cutting-edge simulation tools like WUI-NITY, the conversation dives into how technology, planning, and community engagement are converging to build more resilient futures. Tune in to hear the role of VR and AI in planning and the cultural and policy shifts needed to adapt to a rapidly changing climate.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  6. Is the water industry ready for AI? A call to action for smarter utilities

    05/26/2025

    Is the water industry ready for AI? A call to action for smarter utilities

    Traditionally risk-averse and slow to adopt emerging technologies, the water sector hasn’t seen the same AI momentum as other industries. In this episode of Transform, we bring the AI-in-water conversation to the forefront - exploring the real-world value AI can deliver and what’s needed for its responsible, ethical integration. Host Divya Sarin (Senior Manager - Digital Strategy and Innovation at GHD), is joined by Satish Tripathi (Managing Engineer at City of Houston) and Freddie Guerra (Digital Water Market Lead at GHD) to unpack what it takes to build an AI-ready water industry. From predictive maintenance to digital twins, the conversation dives into the practical insights, pilot successes and the cultural shifts necessary to unlock AI’s full potential in water management. Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min
  7. Ethical AI

    11/27/2024

    Ethical AI

    Is AI ethical? How can it be tamed and used for good? The technology is moving so fast that big business must create an AI framework and learning culture around it. So, what is the responsible approach and what are the benefits to the community if done well? Harm Ellens, Director of Virtual Ink Australia and Sarah Dods, GHD Digital’s Southern Hemisphere Region Leader for Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, have been advising and implementing AI systems for many years. They're also involved in the development of international standards for AI. Both Harm and Sarah join host, Kumar Parakala to discuss.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  8. Digital Innovation & Infrastructure

    10/28/2024

    Digital Innovation & Infrastructure

    The global digital landscape is evolving rapidly before our eyes. Innovative infrastructure, technology and strategic collaborations are essential as both business and society embrace these changes. The trio of visionaries joining podcast host and GHD Digital President, Kumar Parakala, to discuss all of this and more are Sonia Adams, Chief Client Officer at GHD, Rai Fergusson, Chief Digital & Data Officer at Infrastructure Australia and David Murphy, Director of Transformation and Innovation on Level Crossing Removal Project – LCRP.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
  9. AI: The driver of innovation?

    06/18/2024

    AI: The driver of innovation?

    With lightning speed, AI has shaken the foundations of how we use technology. So what opportunities are there for business, what are the dangers, and how can we avoid them? In this first episode of Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today, generative AI is the focus, as President of GHD Digital, Kumar Parakala explores the topic with Dr. Maria Singson, VP of APAC Customer Success at IBM and Grant Stewart GHD Digital’s Southern Hemisphere Practice Director - Digital Intelligence.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
  10. The digital acceleration revolution: Reimagining business post-pandemic

    03/26/2024

    The digital acceleration revolution: Reimagining business post-pandemic

    Digital Transformation, is becoming one of the biggest digital shifts in a decade But what is it and what does it actually mean for businesses and communities? Well, Kumar Parakala, President of GHD Digital and host of Transform, explores these questions with industry leaders, Claire Rutkowski, CIO at POWER Engineers and Steven Lennon, Global Client Services Director at GHD Digital.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  11. Critical infrastructure: Navigating cybersecurity complexity in 2024

    03/07/2024

    Critical infrastructure: Navigating cybersecurity complexity in 2024

    With escalating data breaches and cybercrime across the globe, how do you protect large-scale, critical infrastructure assets from being attacked and prevent a disastrous fallout? Well, to discuss this and so much more, Kumar Parakala, President of GHD Digital and host of ‘Transform’ is joined by Paul Forney, Director of Cyber Security from Schneider Electric, and Sunil Sharma, GHD Digital’s, Acting Southern Hemisphere Practice Director and Digital Risk and Cybersecurity Leader.   Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  12. The generative wave - How AI is transforming businesses of tomorrow

    01/22/2024

    The generative wave - How AI is transforming businesses of tomorrow

    With lightning speed, AI has shaken the foundations of how we use technology. So what opportunities are there for business, what are the dangers, and how can we avoid them?  In this first episode of 'Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today', generative AI is the focus, as GHD Digital’s President Kumar Parakala explores the topic with Dr. Maria Singson, VP of APAC Customer Success at IBM and Grant Stewart, GHD Digital’s Southern Hemisphere Practice Director - Digital Intelligence.    Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today is produced for GHD Digital by: SoundCartel+61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
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Transform - Tomorrow's thinking, today, a podcast from GHD, is a podcast about how technology, data and new ways of thinking are shaping real-world outcomes for infrastructure, communities and businesses.   In each episode, leaders from across GHD’s global network sit down with technical specialists, clients and partners to unpack what’s reshaping our world, why it matters and how it’s being applied in real life. From AI and digital infrastructure to climate resilience, mobility and community engagement, the conversations focus on how the decisions we make today can impact the future.   Whether you’re responsible for strategy, delivery, long-term planning or operations, Transform gives you honest perspectives so you can navigate change with confidence and turn innovation into outcomes that truly transform.

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