The AI in Business Podcast Accelerating Speed to Value through Agentic Systems and Intelligent Automation in Life Sciences - with Robert Wenier of AstraZeneca
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Dec 18, 2025 In this insightful discussion, Robert Wenier, the Global Head of Cloud and Infrastructure at AstraZeneca, shares his expertise on the evolution of enterprise systems. He highlights the shift from service-oriented architectures to agentic systems that prioritize business outcomes. Robert emphasizes the importance of speed to value over mere efficiency in the AI era, advocating for upskilling individuals into strategic decision-makers. He also cautions SaaS providers about misinterpreting AI as just a tool, stressing the need for adaptability in a rapidly changing landscape.
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Agentic Architectures Replace Stepwise Systems
- Enterprise architectures are evolving from service-oriented and microservice models toward agentic systems that prioritize end-to-end business outcomes.
- Agentic architectures focus on achieving strategic asks quickly rather than executing stepwise technical actions.
AI As A Business Discriminator
- AI is moving from a supporting technical role to a direct business discriminator that shapes competitive advantage.
- Business leaders now expect technology to deliver business outcomes, not just technical outputs.
Empower Teams With Tools And Upskilling
- Give teams and individuals direct access to AI tools so they can deliver business outcomes rather than just technical outputs.
- Invest in upskilling so people can make strategic decisions based on AI-provided information.