Pragmatism in Practice

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Pragmatism in Practice addresses the challenges facing today's digital leaders and gives practical approaches to overcoming them. We have candid conversations with a range of inspiring change-makers who share stories of becoming a modern digital business. 334660

  1. 2025-11-24

    The soul in the system: Humanizing AI Strategy

    As companies race to adopt AI, many overlook the hardest part — the human one. In this conversation, we unpack the principles behind Humanizing AI Strategy and discuss how creativity, critical thinking, and cross-functional collaboration shape the success of any AI initiative. This episode is for decision-makers who want AI that works in the real world, helping them design systems that are responsible, effective, and grounded in their organization's purpose.

    31 min

  2. 2025-09-16

    Measuring what matters in the age of AI

    Many engineering leaders are eager to embrace AI, but few have a clear way to measure what's working. In this episode, we dig into how teams can track AI adoption, assess the real impact of AI tools and agents, and make smarter decisions about where to invest. You'll hear from Abi Noda, CEO and Co-founder at DX, and Chris Westerhold, Global Practice Director at Thoughtworks, as they share how leading engineering orgs are turning AI hype into measurable value.   Host: Kimberly Boyd    Guests:  Abi Noda, CEO & Co-founder at DX Chris Westerhold, Global Practice Director at Thoughtworks

    28 min

  3. 2025-07-30

    From bronze bullets to big impact: AI-first software delivery

    Join Thoughtworks CTO Rachel Laycock for a candid look at what AI-first software delivery really means, beyond the buzzwords. In this episode, she discusses how this emerging technology is reshaping software development life cycles, and how it can be used to tackle the most complex modernization challenges. If you're navigating the fast-changing landscape of tech strategy, this one's for you.   Host: Kimberly Boyd Guest: Rachel Laycock, CTO at Thoughtworks

    38 min

  4. 2025-04-25

    Powering innovation: Thoughtworks' AI journey

    AI promises to reinvigorate the way we work, and many organizations are already seeing its potential come to life. In this podcast, we explore how we at Thoughtworks are transforming our own operations with AI. This episode is packed with insights for leaders who are embarking on a similar AI journey within their own organization.   Host: Kimberly Boyd   Guests: Jessie Xia, Global Chief Information Officer at Thoughtworks Sara Michelazzo, Head of Innovation and Strategy at Thoughtworks Global IT Services

    34 min

  5. 2025-03-26

    The change agent's playbook: How to lead bold transformations

    It's often said that the only constant for organizations is change. In this episode, we speak to Shawn Mandel about what makes a great change agent, how to achieve buy-in for change initiatives at a team and leadership level, and how to initiate a culture shift to become an organization that embraces continual change. If you're a business leader looking to make an impact in your own organization, this podcast is for you.   Host: Kimberly Boyd Guests: Shawn Mandel - Chief Digital & Data Officer, Parkland

    37 min

  6. 2025-03-12

    The ethics of data

    In the much-anticipated final episode of our Humanizing Data Strategy takeover series, we're exploring the ethics of data. If you're a data leader considering how to strike the right balance between advancing your organization's data capabilities while maintaining ethical integrity, this episode is a must-listen.   Host: Markus Buhmann, Data Strategy Principal, Thoughtworks   Guests: Tiankai Feng, Head of Data Strategy & Governance, Thoughtworks Emily Gorcenski, VP of Service Lines, Thoughtworks

    44 min

  7. 2025-02-25

    The human side of data

    When we think of data, we think about numbers and statistics, but we don't often think about people. In the second episode of our Humanizing Data Strategy series, we discuss why storytelling, empathy, and creativity are all crucial parts of a successful data strategy. This podcast is for you if you're a data leader looking to communicate and influence data strategy more effectively in your own organization. You can explore more about data gamification here.   Host: Markus Buhmann, Data Strategy Principal, Thoughtworks   Guests: Tiankai Feng, Head of Data Strategy & Governance, Thoughtworks Sebastian Kaus, Head of Data Governance, Vattenfall

    40 min

  8. 2025-02-11

    The foundations of data strategy

    We're hearing more about the significance of data than ever before, but what's actually involved in leading a successful data strategy initiative? In the first episode of our Humanizing Data Strategy series, we discuss how you can build the foundations of a strong data strategy in your own organization. If you're a data leader looking to bolster your data strategy for the future, this podcast is for you.   Host: Markus Buhmann, Data Strategy Principal, Thoughtworks   Guests:  Tiankai Feng, Head of Data Strategy & Governance, Thoughtworks Asmaa Hechenberger, Data Engineering Lead, WWK Lebensversicherung

    31 min
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Pragmatism in Practice addresses the challenges facing today's digital leaders and gives practical approaches to overcoming them. We have candid conversations with a range of inspiring change-makers who share stories of becoming a modern digital business. 334660

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    Thoughtworks
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    Thoughtworks
  • Aktiva år
    2019 - 2025
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