IpX True North Podcast

IpX - Institute for Process Excellence

The IpX True North Podcast is a global industry resource for all things people, processes, systems, and technology created to share conversations with our network of thought leaders, innovators, and founders changing the shape of the digital future. Here we share their stories, impact, vision and tools for success in the areas of process optimization, engineering, the model based enterprise, operational excellence, and digital transformation.

  1. MAR 30

    How Micro-Credentials, Digital Badges, And Global Partnerships Power Lifelong Learning

    We explore how professional and continuing education builds a lifelong learning ecosystem, why micro-credentials and digital badges matter, and how global partnerships expand opportunity from Western Kansas to campuses abroad. We share practical steps for employers to upskill teams and pathways that turn CM2 certifications into badges and credit. • defining PCE as skills-first learning for careers • why skills expire faster in an AI-driven market • durable human skills that degrees often miss • aligning PCE with Fort Hays’ access-focused mission • employer gap analysis and labor market data • what micro-credentials validate and how they stack • digital badges with metadata that employers trust • mapping skills to jobs to beat hiring filters • international partnerships and teacher development • benefits for rural students through global access • the five-year outlook for badges and upskilling • pathways from CM2 to badges and academic credit Visit fhsu.edu/PCE to explore programs. We partner with IpX CM2—earn a badge for your CM2 certifications and ask about credit for prior learning. Don’t forget to subscribe and review the show. For more information on IpX, visit ipxhq.com. Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    39 min

  2. MAR 16

    Design Is Not Enough: Manage Change, Manage Risk

    Purdue weaves CM2 and PLM into engineering technology so students learn to manage change, trust data, and reduce waste before their first job. We share classroom-to-club examples, why process beats tools, and how model-based practices build career-ready systems thinkers. • integrating CM2 with PLM across the curriculum • shifting from tool-centric habits to process discipline • design intent and model as the authority • internships and clubs revealing real-world gaps • formal change control to cut rework and waste • building systems thinking and traceability • process over tools and culture’s role in adoption • preparing graduates for strategic impact on day one Don’t forget to subscribe and review the show For more information on IPX, visit ipshq.com Stay in touch with us! Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    42 min

  3. FEB 9

    AI Literacy Without the Hype: How Leaders Can Adopt AI the Right Way

    In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Kimes, founder of The Idea Garden, to break down what AI literacy really means for leaders, teams, and organizations. This conversation cuts through the fear, hype, and jargon to focus on practical, responsible AI adoption that keeps humans at the center. Main talking points: What AI actually is (and what it’s not)Why process and data matter before AI ever doesHow to use AI safely and responsibly in your organizationBasic prompting skills anyone can learnIdentifying real AI use cases vs. forcing AI where it doesn’t belongAddressing fear, ethics, and long-term human impactWhy AI adoption must start with people, not technology Whether you’re non-technical, highly technical, or leading AI adoption inside your organization, this episode will help you move from fear to clarity—and from curiosity to confidence. Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    18 min

  4. JAN 17

    A Story-Driven Dive into Increasing Profit

    We explore a story-driven, two-day CM2 workshop that turns change management into measurable profit and shared language across roles. Cindy Price shares how immersive scenarios reveal costs, benefits, and guardrails that convert tension into governance and better decisions. • CM2 as a profit engine, not overhead • Simulation across concept to retirement • Costing change and building business cases • Role-based tension turned into clear rules • Change beyond engineering to HR and compliance • New, revise, and retire decisions tied to margin • Mentorship across industries and experience levels • Pathways to CM2 Core and Pro after the why • Applying single point of truth and closed loops • Future of CM2 in services, banking, and software If you mention this podcast when you contact IPX, I'd be happy to offer you guys 10% off mention the podcast Ready to experience CM2 like never before, sign up for our public course offered early in February Don't forget to subscribe and review the show For more information on IPX, visit ipshq.com Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    49 min

  5. 10/14/2025

    From Hope to Power Play: The OCM Wake-Up Call

    We make the case that organizational change management isn’t a nice-to-have but the painkiller that prevents rework and missed benefits. Leslie Ellis shares how early, human-centered strategy, layered alignment, and capacity planning turn installations into real outcomes. • involving OCM at the wake-up call, not at go-live • rework versus course correction and why it matters • building the foundation upfront: alignment, incentives, capacity • PM and change leadership in lockstep for shared outcomes • engaging practitioners early to avoid blind spots • embracing naysayers to surface truth and improve design • layered alignment across functions and time • IT and the business aiming for benefits, not just installation • breaking silos and coordinating enterprise change • change rescue and recovery with an honest reset • change requires effort, not heroics Don’t forget to subscribe and review the show For more information on IPX, visit IpX (Institute for Process Excellence) Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    52 min

  6. 08/29/2025

    The Process-First Approach to Digital Transformation Success

    We dive into the principles of successful digital transformation by exploring the critical relationship between processes, requirements, and tools. Thomas Miller, Director of Enterprise Systems and Processes at IPX, shares his 20+ years of expertise in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. • Why processes must lead and tools should follow • The difference between proper requirements gathering and ineffective brainstorming • How business requirements differ from functional specifications • Understanding the CM2-500 standard and how it compares to EIA-649 • Common mistakes organizations make when selecting and implementing enterprise tools • Strategies for creating lasting change that's embraced rather than resisted • Real-world examples showing how process-first approaches delivered 40% reduction in change cycle times Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    40 min

  7. 08/11/2025

    Designing for Digital Adoption: Why UX is Good Business with Nick Cawthon

    User experience design is not just about aesthetics—it's essential to ensuring adoption of enterprise software and achieving return on technology investments. • UX is frequently treated as a "nice-to-have" rather than a strategic business necessity • The double diamond approach combines generative thinking and synthesis to create user-centered solutions • Early examples like Uber and iPhone demonstrate how thoughtful UX removes barriers to adoption • When users encounter poor experiences, they create workarounds that introduce costly errors and inefficiencies • Organizations should build feedback loops throughout implementation, not just at final testing • AI tools promise to accelerate development but require careful application to avoid magnifying poor decisions • Successful digital implementations require viewing experiences from the user's perspective, not just meeting business requirements • Continuous feedback cycles help identify problems before they become embedded in final products • Enterprise UX should consider the entire digital thread, focusing on connected systems rather than isolated tools Start integrating user experience considerations from day one of your implementation projects. Visit https://gauge.io/ to learn how to mitigate the risk of project failure through proper UX design and implementation. Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    51 min

  8. 05/19/2025

    Unlocking AI's Potential Through Data Readiness

    Tony Cahill, the mind behind Crystal Onyx, dives deep into why data readiness is the critical bottleneck preventing successful AI implementations and shares how his platform transforms months of data preparation into weeks. • Organizations struggle with data readiness when implementing AI projects  • The AI project cycle consists of five steps: problem identification, data acquisition, modeling, output, and evaluation • 42% of organizations identify data availability and quality as a top challenge for AI implementation • Poor data quality costs enterprise companies approximately $10-12 million annually • Crystal Onyx creates a virtual representation of data across various storage systems without physically moving files • The platform can scan millions of files per hour to create a comprehensive map of available information • A customer reduced their data preparation time from 10-12 months to just 8 weeks using Crystal Onyx • The system allows for custom metadata, data classification, and governance without disrupting existing workflows • "AI isn't a solution, it's a force multiplier. If your data goals and processes are broken, AI will amplify that chaos" • Organizations should align technology decisions with business objectives and start with small, low-risk pilots For more information on Crystal Onyx, visit crystallonyx.com or email info@crystallonyx.com. Stay in touch with us!  Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook Contact us for info on IpX or for interest in being a podcast guest: info@ipxhq.com All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    43 min
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The IpX True North Podcast is a global industry resource for all things people, processes, systems, and technology created to share conversations with our network of thought leaders, innovators, and founders changing the shape of the digital future. Here we share their stories, impact, vision and tools for success in the areas of process optimization, engineering, the model based enterprise, operational excellence, and digital transformation.

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    IpX - Institute for Process Excellence
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
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