The Amplitude of Tech

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Welcome to The Amplitude of Tech podcast, produced by Amplix, a leading technology advisory firm, where we bring the voices of technology thought leaders, subject matter experts, and enterprise IT decision makers to you to talk about today’s transformative technology and how it can create opportunities for increased success.

  1. 1D AGO

    Enterprise AI Without the Hype: A Field Guide from Pega Systems CIO David Vidoni

    Everyone is talking about AI, but far fewer organizations are actually scaling it. David Vidoni, CIO at Pega Systems, joins Shawn Cordner of Amplix to cut through the noise and get practical.  The conversation covers where enterprise leaders should be focusing their automation efforts across finance, HR, and legal functions; how to approach the pilot-to-scale gap and what the widely cited MIT finding that 95% of AI pilots fail to produce ROI actually tells us; and why the phased, iterative approach to modernization consistently beats the high-risk big bang. David also shares how enterprises can build the governance and quality controls needed to trust AI at scale, what explainability and audit trails look like in regulated industries, how to vet AI vendors for supply chain risk, and why change management remains the variable that determines whether any of it sticks.  If your organization is past the curiosity stage and ready to build something that lasts, this episode is the starting point. What You'll Learn: Where AI automation is generating real ROI beyond the obvious entry points, including finance, HR, and legal functionsHow to structure a POC that is designed to scale from day one and avoid the pilot-to-scale trapWhy phased modernization consistently outperforms big bang migrations and how to build the case internallyWhat governance, audit trails, and quality controls need to look like before you trust AI to run autonomouslyHow to manage AI model drift in regulated industries subject to SOX compliance and HIPAA requirementsWhat ISO 42001 certification means and why it should factor into your vendor selection processHow to evaluate supply chain risk when AI is embedded in the platforms your business depends onWhy change management determines whether AI adoption succeeds or stalls regardless of the technology

    59 min

  2. MAR 17

    From Vibe Coding to Business Value: A CTO's Playbook for AI in Software Development with Vin DiPippo

    AI is rewriting the rules of software development, but are your teams and processes ready to capture the value? Vertikal6 CTO Vin DiPippo joins host Shawn Cordner to cut through the hype, revisit the hard lessons of vibe coding, and lay out what it actually takes to turn AI tooling into measurable business outcomes. A must-listen for technology leaders navigating the gap between experimentation and execution. What You'll Learn: Why vibe coding fell short — and how spec-driven development is changing the approach to AI-assisted codingWhat the data actually says about AI productivity gains, and why the real-world numbers often tell a different storyHow to integrate AI into DevOps and DevSecOps without sacrificing code quality or securityWhy AI in development is a lot like offshore outsourcing — and the lessons from that era tech leaders can't afford to ignoreHow to set realistic expectations with business stakeholders and measure ROI before and after AI adoptionPractical advice for standardizing AI tools across your development team and building a culture of shared learning

    1h 18m

  3. MAR 4

    Zoom Global CIO Gary Sorrentino on AI, CX, and the Future of Human Change Management

    What does AI actually change about customer experience, and what doesn’t?  In this episode, Shawn Cordner sits down with Gary Sorrentino, Global CIO of Zoom, to explore how one of the world’s most recognizable collaboration platforms thinks about AI, customer experience, and the future of work. Gary shares how CX, employee experience (EX), and digital experience (DX) are converging into a single, continuous experience, and why organizations need to design from business outcomes backwards, not from tools forward. They discuss how AI should eliminate friction and busywork, where human judgment still matters most, and what enterprises must get right around governance, trust, and change management as agentic AI and digital assistants move into production. If you’re responsible for IT, CX, or digital transformation, this conversation offers a practical, executive-level view of what it takes to scale AI in a way that drives real value. What You’ll Learn How Zoom approaches AI in customer and employee experienceWhy CX, EX, and DX are now inseparableWhat agentic AI means for moving from answers to actionHow to design journeys starting with outcomes, not featuresWhy does human change management determine success or failureHow leaders should think about AI governance, trust, and ROI

    1h 12m

  4. FEB 18

    Practical AI and CX Lessons from Wyndham’s Contact Center Leader

    In this episode of The Amplitude of Tech, Shawn Cordner talks with Joe DeLuca, Senior Director of Voice, Contact Center, and Collaboration at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, about what it really takes to apply AI in customer experience without sacrificing trust, quality, or brand.  Joe shares how large enterprises are balancing cost pressure, rising customer expectations, and rapid advances in AI, and where technology leaders should focus first to see real impact. The conversation goes beyond hospitality to explore universal challenges around automation, personalization, data readiness, and governance that apply to any organization modernizing its CX and operations. If you’re a CIO, CTO, or CX leader thinking about AI beyond pilots, this episode offers a grounded look at what’s working, what isn’t, and how to build a foundation for scale. What You’ll Learn Where AI can drive meaningful cost savings today without hurting CXWhy bad automation is usually a design problem, not a technology problemHow enterprises think about personalization when data is fragmentedWhat governance looks like when AI starts touching real customer interactionsHow to prioritize CX and AI investments when budgets are tight

    1h 18m

  5. FEB 3

    From Pilot to Performance: Lessons from Enterprise AI in 2025 and What to Expect in 2026

    After a year of pilots and proofs-of-concept, many enterprises are now asking harder questions about outcomes, ROI, and long-term strategy. In this episode, Scott Weiner of NeuEon revisits his 2025 AI predictions and evaluates what played out as expected, what lagged behind, and where adoption accelerated faster than anticipated. The conversation shifts from experimentation to execution, covering workforce readiness, industry-specific models, infrastructure economics, and how rising costs and regulatory uncertainty may shape AI investment decisions in 2026. Enterprise leaders will gain a practical perspective on how to prioritize AI initiatives that deliver measurable business value while managing operational and compliance risk.

    52 min

  6. JAN 22

    Scaling AI in the Enterprise: Lessons, Risks, and Realities

    As enterprise interest in AI accelerates, many organizations are discovering that success depends far less on models and far more on the systems that surround them. In this episode, Scott Weiner joins the conversation to unpack what actually changed in enterprise AI over the past year, including the rise of agent-based systems, the growing importance of infrastructure and data readiness, and why governance and risk management are now business-critical concerns, not just IT issues. The discussion explores why AI often amplifies existing organizational strengths and weaknesses, how misplaced trust in automation can introduce new risks, and what enterprise leaders should be thinking about as AI moves from experimentation to business-critical operations.

    46 min

  7. JAN 7

    Human-Centered AI in Healthcare: Balancing Innovation, Security, and Patient Outcomes

    In this episode of The Amplitude of Tech, host Shawn Cordner sits down with Patrick Chilcott, Chief Financial Officer of Riverside Community Care, for a candid conversation on the realities facing behavioral healthcare organizations today. Patrick shares an insider’s perspective on razor-thin margins, shifting reimbursement models, rising cybersecurity risks, and how technology leaders can respond without losing sight of what matters most: patient outcomes and human-centered care. The discussion spans AI-driven clinical documentation, telehealth, cybersecurity resilience, vendor negotiation strategies, and why nonprofit healthcare organizations must increasingly think like for-profit businesses to survive. This episode offers practical insights for healthcare executives, technology leaders, and finance teams navigating AI adoption, cost pressure, and regulatory complexity, while still delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

    1h 9m

  8. 12/17/2025

    Beyond the AI Hype: Brand, Data, and the Future of Human-Centered Technology

    AI is reshaping marketing, customer experience, and enterprise technology faster than most organizations can keep up, but speed alone doesn’t guarantee better outcomes. In this episode, Shawn Cordner sits down with Jared Ruth, Founder of RipCurrent Agency, to explore where AI creates real value and where it can quietly undermine trust, brand, and human connection if deployed without intention. Drawing on decades of experience across enterprise service providers, marketing leadership, and emerging AI use cases, Jared shares a grounded perspective on how organizations should think about personalization, automation, and the evolving role of humans in an AI-driven world. The conversation spans practical AI applications in marketing and CX, the risks of AI fatigue and over-automation, why “English is the new programming language,” and how data from marketing, contact centers, and digital channels can (and should) shape smarter AI strategies. Most importantly, Shawn and Jared challenge the idea that AI replaces creativity or relationships, arguing instead that it raises the stakes for authenticity, culture, and owning the moments that matter most to customers. This episode is a must-listen for technology leaders, marketers, and CX executives navigating AI adoption while protecting brand trust, human experience, and long-term differentiation.

    1h 12m
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Welcome to The Amplitude of Tech podcast, produced by Amplix, a leading technology advisory firm, where we bring the voices of technology thought leaders, subject matter experts, and enterprise IT decision makers to you to talk about today’s transformative technology and how it can create opportunities for increased success.

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  • Creator
    Amplix
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Amplitude of Tech
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