#collaboration

Episodes

243 - Embracing an Open-Source Culture
In this episode, Dr. Darren interviews returning guest Arun Gupta from Intel, they discuss Arun's journey into open source, the importance of global collaboration, and the motivations behind individual contributions. He addresses the risks associated with dependency on a few maintainers in open-source projects and highlights the success of open-source despite its challenges. Arun emphasizes the need for governance in open-source initiatives and the costs of using open-source software. He also explores the value of contributions beyond just code and the strategies for sustaining open source through business models. Finally, he shares resources for building an open-source culture within organizations. ## Takeaways Open source fosters global collaboration to solve challenges. Individual contributions enhance the quality of open-source projects. Open source is driven by passion and personal need. Dependency on a few maintainers, who are often volunteers, poses risks to projects. These individuals may become overwhelmed or lose interest, leading to potential project stagnation or abandonment. providing a sense of security and structure in the often complex and rapidly evolving world of open-source Open-source projects can thrive despite potential issues. Establishing governance is crucial for open-source usage. The costs of consuming open source can be significant. It's important to remember that contributions to open source extend beyond just code, encompassing a wide range of skills and expertise, making everyone feel valued and integral to the open-source community within organizations. These can include training programs, community engagement initiatives, and best practices guides for integrating open source into corporate workflows. Sustaining open source requires a strategic business approach. Resources are available to build an open-source culture.

242 - The Singularity of Hope: A New Perspective on AI
In this episode, Dr. Darren interviews Dr. Sammane, who shares his journey from a diverse educational background in physics and computer engineering to becoming a successful entrepreneur in AI and lab testing. He discusses the motivations behind his book, 'The Singularity of Hope,' emphasizing the importance of addressing societal questions about AI rather than succumbing to fear. The dialogue explores the potential of AI to augment human capabilities, the need for a radical shift in education, and the vision for a future where technology solves pressing global issues. Ultimately, the conversation advocates for a hopeful perspective on the future of humanity in the age of AI. Takeaways Sam's diverse background includes education in applied physics and computer engineering. He not only emphasizes but also invites us to ponder on the importance of asking the right questions about AI. AI should be viewed as a tool that enhances human capabilities, not a replacement. The future of work will require a shift towards creativity and emotional intelligence. Education systems need to adapt to prepare students for an AI-driven world. Sam advocates for a hopeful vision of the future with AI solving global challenges. The concept of human augmentation is crucial for future advancements. Fear surrounding AI often stems from misunderstanding its potential. Sam passionately believes in the necessity of visionary leaders to drive change, inspiring us to be hopeful about the future. The conversation intriguingly highlights the need for a new societal model in the age of AI, inviting us to be open-minded about the changes ahead.

195 - Government Digital Transformation
In this podcast episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, Darren Pulsipher, Greg Clifton, and Jason Dunn-Potter highlight Intel's massive investments in digital transformation. They discuss Intel's journey towards digital transformation, focusing on the company's investments in supply chain diversification, workforce development, and cutting-edge technology such as artificial intelligence. The podcast provides an in-depth analysis of Intel's innovations. It highlights the company's pioneering technological role, from mainframes to the cloud.

154 - GenAI Use Cases
In the latest episode Dr. Jeffrey Lancaster and Darren Pulsipher dive into the practical use cases of generative AI and how it can unleash human creativity in various fields.

145 - Attracting People Back to the Office
In this episode, Darren talks to the CEO and Managing Director of GPA about the role that collaboration innovation plays in bringing people back into the office and why people need face-to-face interaction.

127 - Innovation as a Service
On this episode Darren interviews Andrew Cohen Managing Director at Netsurit about providing Inovation as a Service to it customers through process re-engineering and automation.

25 - Operationalizing Data Pipelines
Darren Pulsipher, Chief Solutions Architect, Public Sector, Intel, talks to Sarah Kalicin, Lead Data Scientist, Intel about operationalizing your organization’s data pipeline. It takes a team effort to model, monitor, and produce an ongoing source of valuable information. This is the final episode in the series Kick-starting your Organizational Transformation to Become Data-Centric.