
Real Digital Transformation
Insights, opinions and expert perspectives about the ever-changing world of AI, digital technology and digital transformation. Brought to you in a concise, to-the-point podcast series by LinkedIn Top Voice and best-selling IT author Thomas Erl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

May 4, 2023 • 46min
Future Cloud Architecture Part I: Here Comes the Meta Cloud!
As multicloud continues to become a greater reality for many organizations, so does the potential architectural complexity it can bring along with it. In this first part of a three-part podcast series dedicated to the future of cloud architecture, author Thomas Erl and industry thought leader David Linthicum do a deep-dive to explore the meta cloud (or "metacloud") architectural model that David recently documented in his powerful new book "An Insider's Guide to Cloud Computing". As David explains, establishing a metacloud will introduce a critical abstraction layer that will provide centralized controls for the management, operations and security of multiple cloud environments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 2023 • 25min
Digital Transformation Stories & Lessons Learned Part II: Having a Strategy for Growth
In this second part of the two-part interview with Dr. Tim Bottke (author of the best-selling book "Digital Transformation Payday: Navigate the Hype, Lower the Risks, Increase Return"), Thomas Erl ask Tim about how organizations can take steps to be successful with digital transformation, especially from a financial planning perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 2023 • 27min
Digital Transformation Stories & Lessons Learned Part I: The Importance of the Business Model
Thomas Erl interviews Dr. Tim Bottke, author of the best-selling book "Digital Transformation Payday: Navigate the Hype, Lower the Risks, Increase Return" about some of the hard lessons learned during past digital transformation initiatives. In this first part of the two-part interview, Tim explains how a company's business model plays a key role in ensuring a successful digital transformation and how neglecting this consideration can lead unexpected outcomes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 2023 • 26min
Putting Together a Digital Transformation Framework
Thomas Erl interviews Louwki Coetsee who describes what a digital transformation framework should and should not include, and further provides expert guidance as to how to go about creating and utilizing digital transformation frameworks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 2023 • 32min
A Digital Transformation Strategy Guide
In this interview by Thomas Erl, AI strategist Orakwe John shares his insights regarding AI in business automation solutions and reveals key tips from his recently published Digital Transformation Strategy Guide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 2023 • 40min
Demystifying Data Science Model Training Part II: How Models Exist and What Happens When They are Trained
The second half of a discussion with Thomas Erl and data science expert Wajid Khattak from Jaguar Land Rover delves into how data science algorithms and models physically exist and what happens behind the scenes when models get trained. Wajid also shares his thoughts on the future of data science model training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2023 • 30min
Demystifying Data Science Model Training Part I: Understanding the Algorithm, the Model and the Training
Thomas Erl interviews data science expert Wajid Khattak to delve into what exactly happens with models are trained (and retrained) as part of machine learning and AI systems, and to explore the role of the algorithms. This podcast is part one of a two-part conversation with Wajid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 17, 2023 • 44min
Designing AI-Driven Solutions with Design Thinking Part II: Applying Design Thinking & AI
Part II of Thomas Erl's interview with design thinking and AI expert Art Ligthart, during which they discuss what to do when you detect flawed data in an AI system, how AI can be used to improve customer-centricity, and Art's top design thinking challenges and pitfalls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 2023 • 34min
Designing AI-Driven Solutions with Design Thinking Part I: Understanding Design Thinking and AI
Thomas Erl interviews design thinking and AI expert Art Ligthart to explore contemporary solution design approaches using design thinking processes and AI technology. Topics include establishing a suitable planning and design starting point, as well as understanding the relationships between design thinking, AI and digital transformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 2022 • 30min
Tackling the Financial Side of Digital Transformations
The focus of digital transformations is often on achieving strategic business goals, along with the necessary adoption of new technology and the transformation of business processes and operations. But for all of that to happen successfully, it needs to make financial sense. The scope of digital transformation initiatives can be unwieldy and unpredictable, as the original roadmaps may need to be continuously augmented in response to changes in markets, regulations and business objectives. This poses significant challenges for those responsible for ensuring the financial health of the organization. Measuring the return on investment and staying on top of possible cost overruns can be a complex responsibility. In his new book "Digital Transformation Payday: Navigate the Hype, Lower the Risks, Increase Return" author Tim Bottke addresses these difficult topics head-on. In this podcast Tim Bottke shares with Thomas Erl his insights about how to best approach, manage and maintain control of the financials of digital transformations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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