Making Data Simple

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Oct 23, 2019 • 34min

Clarifying Decision Optimization and Analytics with Carlvin Paris

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractOur guest for this week is Carlvin Paris, IBM North America Data Science & AI Sales Leader. Host Al Martin helps curate the conversation towards decision optimization and analytics, while Carlvin offers his insight to the state of the data science industry. Tune in for a technical, yet approachable discussion.Connect with CarlvinLinkedInShow Notes05:37 - Take a look at this article which aims to explain the journey of a data scientist.08:33 - Learn more about descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics here.26:00 - Check out the IBM DTE site and YouTube channel to increase your knowledge of other Data and A.I. concepts.26:30 - Take a look at Informs website through this link. Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Oct 16, 2019 • 36min

Reforming Design Leadership with Arin Bhowmick

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Arin Bhowmick, vice president and Chief Design Officer for IBM Cloud, Data and AI. Host Al Martin strikes up a conversation on what defines good design, why user experience is critical to product development, along with tips for good leadership and company culture. Tune in for a high-value discussion.Connect with ArinLinkedInTwitterMediumShow Notes04:17 - Check out this medium article on the importance of design. 09:07 - Click here to look at IBM's page for design thinking. 24:35 - Learn more on Human-Computer interaction here.27:14 - Is A.I. scary? Read how Watson answered this question here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Oct 9, 2019 • 24min

What it Takes to Drive Transformation with Bill Higgins

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractBill Higgins, IBM Distinguished Engineer joins us for this episode of Making Data Simple. Host Al Martin gets all the details from Bill regarding transformation. What is needed to deliver transformation that scales? How difficult is it to do at a company as large as IBM? Tune in to find out and more. Connect with Bill LinkedInTwitterMediumShow Notes04:22 - Here are some more tips on driving successful transformation.11:14 - Check out this story from another IBM Distinguished Engineer.15:38 - Learn more about Peter Norvig from his site here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Oct 2, 2019 • 31min

Improving Technical Engagement with Debra Jenson

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractThis week, our guest is Debra Jenson, director of digital technical engagement for IBM Hybrid Cloud. Host Al Martin and Debra discuss churn rates, client retention, buying methods and more. How do you acquire and keep clients in such a competitive market? Get all the details in this episode ofMaking Data Simple.Connect with DebLinkedInTwitterShow Notes06:54 - Checkout this article on the role of the user experience in product development. 11:51 - Try before you buy is reshaping how we purchase products.20:38 - Checkout IBM's demos here. Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Sep 25, 2019 • 44min

The Power of the Mainframe with Namik Hrle

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.On this episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by esteemed IBM Fellow, Namik Hrle. Host Al Martin taps into Namik’s passion for engineering and technology. Their conversation covers the IBM Z mainframe platform, as well as what Namik predicts to be the next big trend in the industry. You’ll also hear about the more artistic side to Namik: his love for music and film. Get ready for another wide-ranging yet engaging discussion. Connect with NamikLinkedInShow Notes01:07 - Unsure what it means to be an IBM Fellow? Find out here.08:12 - Learn more about IBM Z here.20:32 - Check out this article on the new z15 IBM mainframe.37:12 - Here are 31 Fun Facts about Oktoberfest. Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Sep 18, 2019 • 30min

Discovering New Talent in Tech

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.This week, IBM new hires Analeeze Mendonsa and Brittny Lapierre join host Al Martin on the podcast to discuss the careers they’re starting at IBM. The conversation ranges from outlining some of the exciting projects they’re working on, to which Canadian University is best, to what you should be considering for your bucket list. Listen in for a wide-ranging and fun discussion.Connect with our GuestsBrittny Lapierre - LinkedIn | WebsiteAnaleeze Mendonsa - LinkedIn Paul Zikopolous - LinkedInShow Notes04:15 - Check out the Watson Jeopardy match here. 12:15 - Learn more about Ericsson here.17:44 - Find out the latest statistics behind women in computer science here.  Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Sep 11, 2019 • 30min

The Current State of Data and AI in the Enterprise with Seth Dobrin

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. Seth Dobrin is back for his third episode on Making Data Simple. Seth talks us through the current innovations IBM is working on and shares his advice for leading teams and motivating efforts. Seth also tells it like it is on the state of AI. How close is business to actually running AI? Seth weighs in.Connect with Seth DobrinLinkedInShow Notes04:05 - Learn more about the Chief Data Officer (CDO) position here.06:49 - Find out more about the Data Science Elite team here.13:41 - Here are 7 tips to growing your talent pipeline. 20:14 - Check out this article on the current state of AI. Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn and Twitter.Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Sep 4, 2019 • 30min

Exploring Marketing Insights with Jayson Gehri

Send us a textIn this episode of Making Data Simple, our guest is Jayson Gehri, Marketing Director for the IBM Hybrid Data Management portfolio. Host Al Martin turns to Jayson to provide marketing insights, specifically regarding the technology sector. Together, they cut through the jargon and explain some of the most important marketing concepts that you should be considering.Connect with Jayson GehriLinkedInShow Notes02:52 - Check out this article offering their thoughts on the state of Data and AI. 04:57 - Get a sneak peak on what the new Tesla truck may look like, thanks to these renderings. 14:26 - Here's a profile on Edward Bernays.18:55 - Here are 8 Keys to a Strong Marketing Strategy.21:16 - Learn more about the Maldives here.Connect with the TeamHost Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Content Manager Eric Hausken - LinkedIn.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Aug 28, 2019 • 32min

The Intern Episode

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. This week is something a bit different. Host Al Martin brings on two of IBM's Db2 Content Design interns, who also happen to be Making Data Simple producers. Liam Seston and Rachit Sharma explain what happens behind the scenes of the podcast, along with what IBM is all about through the eyes of an intern.Show Notes01:25 - Click here to learn more about the role of an Information Developer.02:16 - Check out these 10 benfits of being an intern.03:23 - These are the podcasts Liam listens to: Command Line Heroes Our Fake History The Collective Podcast04:08 - These are the podcasts Rachit listens to: How it Began Science VsLet's Talk About Myths, Baby!04:36 - These are the podcasts Al listens to:InvestEdUp FirstThe Indicatora16zRevisionist HistoryConan O'Brien Needs A FriendConspiracy TheoriesThe Tim Ferris Show14:35 - Check out this article on 4 Ways a Film Degree Will Help You In Any Career.Connect with the TeamHost Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Producer and guest Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer and guest Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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Aug 21, 2019 • 1h 4min

Trains, Planes, and AI, with Kent Collins

Send us a textWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. This week, host Al Martin chats with Kent Collins, the solutions architect at BNSF Railway Inc. Al just did a panel with Kent in June at IDUG North America 2019, one of the premiere Db2 conferences. They talk about evolving technology, professional roles, and business opportunities -- and Kent shares his expertise on how to use statistics.Check us out on:- YouTube- Apple Podcasts- Google Play Music- Spotify- TuneIn- StitcherShow Notes01:25 - Connect with Kent Collins on LinkedIn.11:45 - What is Edge Computing?44:05 - Blog: Enterprise Db2Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn and Twitter.Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

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