SWP - The Strategic Workforce Planning Podcast

Episode 67 of the SWP podcast features the return of one of our favorite voices in the space, Vijay Swaminathan, CEO and co-founder of Draup. Vijay and I dive deep into the evolving role of the workforce planner in the age of generative AI — from hype to real ROI. We explore how AI is shifting the meaning of “workforce” to include workflows, why our window of opportunity is now, and how planners can bridge the gap between AI infrastructure and real business outcomes. Vijay also gives us a sneak peek at what Draup will be unveiling in Chicago — and trust me, it’s big. As always, an energizing and thought-provoking conversation with one of the most generous minds in the business. Thanks again, Vijay — can’t wait for Chicago! 

Episode 66 of the SWP podcast features returning guest and longtime friend of the show, Clare Moncrieff, now Senior Principal of Consulting at Workhuman. Clare and I dive into the unexpected but powerful intersection between employee recognition and strategic workforce planning — a topic I’ve become increasingly passionate about. We explore how recognition data offers untapped insight into culture, human skills, and even hidden networks of collaboration. Clare also shares how Workhuman is leveraging AI to elevate recognition into a strategic tool for driving future-focused workforce plans. A fascinating conversation full of practical takeaways and one that might just change how you think about saying thank you. Thanks again, Clare — always a pleasure! 

Episode 65 of the SWP Podcast saw me catch up with Jennifer Cline for the first time since SWP Conference - Austin in 2024. This wide-reaching conversation spanned multiple themes commencing with strategic workforce planning in a regulated environment – balancing short-term pressures, data challenges, and the future of work. With key discussion points around demonstrating ROI, measuring SWP Success, aligning cross functional teams and so many more, this episode has so many hidden gems.  A super intelligent, insightful and all round delightful podcast guest!

Episode 65 of the SWP Podcast saw me welcome Sarah Rogers and Sean Finney  who, together with team have supported the Asia Pacific SWP conferences ever since we launched.  It’s been quite the wait, but we finally caught up with Sarah and Sean here to discuss something I’m personally very passionate about, the critical integration of AI, roles, tasks and most importantly people, into a holistic SWP approach. A wonderful discussion with a couple of leading SWP experts!

Episode 63 of the SWP podcast features legendary people analytics podcaster and good friend Cole Napper.  Cole and I discuss all things people analytics and strategic workforce planning and how the respective disciplines have converged and diverged over the years.  We hypothesize around the optimal structure to ensure effective delivery and explore Cole's recent move from corporate land to labor market data providers Lightcast.  An incredibly entertaining and enjoyable discussion to be a part of and always fun when two podcast hosts go at it!  Oh how the tables are so easily turned.  Thanks Cole - I had an absolute blast!  

It's not every day you meet a living legend in people analytics and workforce planning but Episode 62 of the SWP Podcast does just that. Amit Mohindra is not only an incredibly inspirational speaker, teacher and advisor in the space but also a wonderfully warm, authentic and entertaining human being.  Enjoy this intriguing discussion with a true thought leader.

Episode 61 of the SWP Podcast welcomes back one of our favorite SWP tech entrepreneurs - Vincent Barat from Albert.  Join Vincent and I as we debrief the incredible SWP Conference - London event and discuss our many highlights of what was a truly remarkable celebration of the great profession of Strategic Workforce Planning.   

Episode 60 of the SWP Podcast explores a fantastic case study involving ATB and Pearson, centred around tech enabled SWP in regulated environments.  Juliette Klemencic and Sadhana Bhide share deep insights into technology driven challenges and opportunities in financial services from the perspective of governance, org structure, skills, forecasting and role design.  A not to be missed episode with two subject matter experts.

Episode 59 of the SWP Podcast sees an intriguing discussion with Alejandro Giordanelli of Merck.  Alejandro and I explored the human side of SWP from an organisational psychologists perspective.

Episode 58 of the SWP Podcast set out with no particular agenda yet resulted in one of the richest, most thought provoking SWP discussions the show has seen to date.  Amazing what happens when three passionate SWP minds get together and bounce off each other.  A huge thank you to Chris and Alicia for their contribution to the profession and for making this a highly enjoyable piece of content to co-create!