Unlocking insights to drive smarter decisions Join us for an exciting episode of Sopra Steria Insights, where Susannah Matschke, Head of Data & AI - Growth at Sopra Steria Next, and Simon Baxter, Principal Analyst at TechMarketView, delve into the critical role of data, often described as the fuel of AI. Tune in to discover industry-specific data challenges, the importance of contextual data, and the explosion of data. Our guests discuss the importance of unlocking value from data silos, the role of data quality in AI, and the concept of a common data model, as well as the future of AI and the use of synthetic data. About the speakers Susannah Matschke, Head of Data & AI - Growth, Sopra Steria Next Susannah is an ambitious and authentic leader with a proven track record in building and scaling high-performing Data & AI capabilities from the ground up. With a strategic mindset and an MSc in Data Science, she has successfully steered client projects to success across a variety of industries, including Central Government, Transport and Policing. She's a forward-thinking strategist who combines her deep technical expertise with an innate ability to understand industry trends, enabling her to lead from the front and inspire her teams towards innovation and excellence. Her established senior network and strong market credibility allow her to drive growth through engaging and insightful client conversations, positioning Sopra Steria Next as a trusted partner in Data & AI transformation. Susannah's leadership style is characterised by her ability to blend vision with action, making her a pivotal force in not just achieving business goals, but also in cultivating a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within her team. Simon Baxter, Principal Analyst, TechMarketView Simon joined the UK research and advisory firm TechMarketView in April 2022 as a Principal Analyst, leading the coverage of both Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. Simon has over 12 years of experience in research and analysis covering the UK and global IT markets, with a focus on the impact of digital transformation and the implementation of emerging technologies such as AI, quantum computing, IoT, and cloud across a range of industries. Immediately prior to joining TechMarketView, Simon held the position of Senior Market Intelligence Manager at Fujitsu Services Ltd. and was responsible for embedding market insight into Fujitsu’s decision-making and leading a range of market research programmes across Fujitsu’s global business, encompassing Europe, North America, and Japan. Host: Tom McCann, Growth and Marketing Director, Sopra Steria Tom is Sopra Steria's Growth & Marketing Director, responsible for driving our go-to-market strategy in the UK. With 30 years of experience in tech and digital, Tom has built teams and grown businesses in the UK, Ireland, and internationally. He has advised and accelerated customers on their transformation journeys. Tom is passionate about the transformative opportunities with technology, empowering people to achieve more, driving better outcomes for customers and citizens, and achieving efficiencies for the bottom line.
