Embracing Digital Transformation

Embracing Digital Transformation

Dr. Darren Pulsipher, Chief Enterprise Architect for Public Sector, author and professor, investigates effective change leveraging people, process, and technology. Which digital trends are a flash in the pan—and which will form the foundations of lasting change? With in-depth discussion and expert interviews, Embracing Digital Transformation finds the signal in the noise of the digital revolution. People Workers are at the heart of many of today’s biggest digital transformation projects. Learn how to transform public sector work in an era of rapid disruption, including overcoming the security and scalability challenges of the remote work explosion. Processes Building an innovative IT organization in the public sector starts with developing the right processes to evolve your information management capabilities. Find out how to boost your organization to the next level of data-driven innovation. Technologies From the data center to the cloud, transforming public sector IT infrastructure depends on having the right technology solutions in place. Sift through confusing messages and conflicting technologies to find the true lasting drivers of value for IT organizations.

Episodes

October 9, 2025 31 mins

Dr. Darren welcomes the remarkable Jane Millard, CEO of Turtle, a 100-year-old family-owned business that has successfully evolved over the years. The discussion delves into Jane's captivating background, from dancer and choreographer to leader in the electrical distribution industry, focusing on how company culture fuels transformation in response to digital disruptions. Jane shares her insights on generational leadersh...

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Dr. Darren engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Diane Hammons, the Director of Digital Engagement for WG Content, about the evolving landscape of SEO and content creation in the age of AI. The conversation delves into how generative AI is reshaping content strategy, the importance of structured communication, and how professionals can thrive in the face of technological disruption. Diane shares his insights on ba...

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Dr. Darren dives deep into the evolving landscape of technology with the esteemed guest Rick, a veteran in the semiconductor and computing industry. With a career spanning over four decades, Rick provides invaluable insights into how digital transformation is reshaping government and public sector operations. The discussion navigates from historical perspectives of technology adoption in the 80s and 90s to today's consumer...

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Dr. Darren welcomes Alister Frost, a seasoned change evangelist and author, to discuss the pivotal themes of Change, obsolescence, and personal missions in the workplace. Frost shares his unique journey from working in manufacturing at Kimberly Clark to the tech world at Microsoft, emphasizing how his experiences shaped his understanding of the essential need for continuous improvement and adaptation in an ever-changing la...

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In this engaging episode of *Embracing Digital Transformation*, host Dr. Darren sits down with vibe programming expert Drew Foresman to explore the evolving landscape of software development and product management. With technology rapidly changing, the duo discusses how vibe programming serves as both a potential savior and disruptor for software developers. Key highlights include insights on the future roles of developers...

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Dr. Darren sits down with Ben Wilcox, CTO of Pro Arch, to explore the powerful intersection of enterprise architecture and cybersecurity. Together they examine why building a robust digital estate is essential in today’s evolving tech landscape. From balancing business objectives with security demands to tackling identity mismanagement and the rise of AI-driven threats, this episode offers a practical roadmap for fostering...

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In this compelling episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes Jason Zimmerman, founder of 3Fold Collective, to discuss the journey from ambiguity to action in guiding organizations through digital transformation. They delve into the challenges and successes associated with integrating technology, particularly AI, into organizations and reveal that approximately 80% of AI implementations fail du...

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In this engaging episode, host Dr. Darren welcomes Laura Clayton McDonald, President of Thomson Reuters, to explore the future of teams in a world increasingly shaped by generative AI. Laura shares her origin story, highlighting how her parents' pioneering spirit inspired her path. The conversation delves into the uncertainties facing organizations today, as leaders grapple with the impact of AI on work dynamics and team e...

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In this exciting episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes Akash Nigam, the founder and CEO of Genies, to discuss the groundbreaking topic of AI avatars and their role in shaping our digital identities. Their conversation delves into the potential of avatars as the future interface for apps and personal interactions, exploring the intersections of technology, identity, and human connection. Ke...

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In this exciting episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes Dinesh Soomro, founder and CEO of Bookkeeper AI, to explore the transformative potential of AI for small businesses. Dinesh shares his journey from Pakistan to Canada and how his passion for technology led him to create innovative AI-driven solutions, such as bookkeeping AI agents that shift from merely generating responses to executin...

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In this episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren speaks with guest Dr. Pallab Saha, General Manager at The Open Group, about the pivotal role of enterprise architecture in guiding organizations through digital transformations. They delve into the importance of enterprise architecture as a structured methodology for executing business strategies, particularly within government settings. Dr. Saha shares...

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In this compelling episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes Igor, the founder of Pryon, an AI expert, to discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence, knowledge management, and organizational innovation. With an impressive background that includes leading an early AI team at IBM and founding pivotal startups in the development of AI technology, Igor shares his unique insights on digita...

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In this episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren is joined by Rajan Kohli, CEO of Citustech, a healthcare technology expert, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI in healthcare. The discussion focuses on the current challenges and advancements in the adoption of AI technologies within the healthcare industry. Key topics include the contrast between healthcare and other sectors in ...

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August 12, 2025 41 mins

In this episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, host Dr. Darren welcomes back data privacy and AI expert Jeremy Harris to explore the critical topic of developing a generative AI policy for organizations. As generative AI technologies like ChatGPT rapidly evolve, understanding how to utilize them effectively while safeguarding data privacy is paramount. Dr. Darren and Jeremy discuss the necessity for distinct generati...

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In this exciting episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes renowned expert Andrew Brooks to discuss the transformative impact of AI on business and technology. Andrew, a co-founder of SmartThings and seasoned entrepreneur, shares his unique background, including his astonishing feat of completing seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days. The duo dives deep into how AI can help bu...

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July 29, 2025 36 mins

In this captivating episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," hosted by Dr. Darren Pulsipher, we dive deep into the world of IoT and its complexities with industry expert Lee. Lee, whose insights are deeply rooted in his dissertation on edge security, discusses the challenges faced in integrating IoT solutions in enterprise environments. Key topics include the significance of data contextualization through digital twi...

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In this episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes Lindsay Phillips, founder of SkyPhi Studios, to discuss the crucial topic of navigating change in established industries. With a unique background that transitioned from technical writing to strategic change management, Lindsay shares key insights into the complexities organizations face when rolling out new technologies. The conversation highl...

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In this episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, hosted by Dr. Darren, we delve into the innovative world of Small Language Models (SLMs) with guest Chris Carter. Chris shares his journey from programming with a Commodore Vic 20 to leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing today. The discussion highlights the pivotal shift in focusing on smaller, efficient models rather than extensive, reso...

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In this episode of "Embracing Digital Transformation," host Dr. Darren welcomes AI experts Lynn Comp from Intel and Russell Fisher from NetApp to dive into the intricacies of Enterprise AI. They explore how organizations can harness the power of AI without compromising their intellectual property and data security. Key points discussed include the misconceptions surrounding the costs of implementing AI solutions, the chall...

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In this episode of the *Embracing Digital Transformation* podcast, host Dr. Darren sits down with special guest Joaquin Abela, CEO of Freepik, to discuss the topic of integrating generative AI into business models and the challenges of digital transformation. Joaquin shares his journey from a tech-loving young boy to leading a successful startup and dives into the significant impact that innovative technologies, such as ge...

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