ServiceNow Podcasts

In this episode of the podcast, host Bobby Brill takes a break from hosting duties and introduces Shruti Shrivastava, Director of UX Research at ServiceNow in Bangalore, India. Shruti takes the reigns for this episode and interviews Averria Martin, Senior Director, UX Research. The conversation covers a range of topics including the application of AI in research, internal mobility at ServiceNow, and effective leadership strategies. Averria shares her personal and professional experiences, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance, growth mindset, and fostering a collaborative culture. The episode also highlights practical advice for transitioning from IC roles to leadership and the value of internal mobility and user-centric approaches in research. Guest - Averria Martin, Senior Director, UX ResearchGuest Host - Shruti Shrivastava, Director of UX Research 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:13 Meet Shruti Shrivastava01:10 Insights on AI in Research01:51 Interview with Averria Martin04:48 Work-Life Balance Tips06:53 Career Advice for Researchers09:27 Internal Mobility and Culture at ServiceNow12:47 AI and Research Technologies18:20 Collaboration and Leadership26:04 Final Thoughts and ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Zuñiga is the Head of AI Readiness & Data Governance at BlueYeti and one of the most important voices in data governance in Mexico and Latin America. Tim and Juan discuss with Jessica about when data and AI governance truly becomes a business enabler and how to use frameworks like DAMA effectively. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the takeaway episode with Jessica Zuñiga is the Head of AI Readiness & Data Governance at BlueYeti and one of the most important voices in data governance in Mexico and Latin America. Tim and Juan discuss with Jessica about when data and AI governance truly becomes a business enabler and how to use frameworks like DAMA effectively. If you like what you heard, you should check out the full episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sitting down with Amrutha Ramesh, visiting researcher at ServiceNow one of the minds behind Agent Ada, a data-focused AI agent, in the latest episode of the podcast. We talk about the gap in enterprise workflows: you upload data, ask questions, and expect clear, data-backed insights… but traditional LLMs weren’t designed for that. Amrutha clarifies the distinction by explaining how Agent Ada surpasses merely inputting a dataset into ChatGPT or Gemini, employing personas and a library of reusable skills to analyze data in a more human-like manner. We also dig into turning raw analysis into a story and, most importantly, into actionable steps that people in the business can actually use. Guest - Amrutha RameshHost - Bobby BrillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this engaging discussion, Alex Bertails, a software engineer at Netflix, shares insights on the Unified Data Architecture (UDA). He explains how UDA integrates RDF knowledge graphs with domain models to streamline data governance. The conversation delves into the limitations of existing solutions and the innovative shift towards decentralized governance. Alex highlights practical applications like PDM taxonomy management and showcases the surprising success of UDA's self-validation. He emphasizes the need for a unified conceptual layer to enhance data interactions across organizations.

Listen to the Tim and Juan's takeaways from our discussion with Alex Bertails about Netflix's Unified Data Architecture. If you like what you heard, listen to the full episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sanjeev Mohan, an industry expert and founder of Sanchmo, shares his insights on key data and analytics trends. He discusses the critical need for vendor unification and the importance of metadata standards in AI applications. Sanjeev also predicts that agents will soon dominate data interactions, raising vital governance issues. Pragmatic use of AI for data cleaning and the urgent shift for businesses to own semantics are highlighted. He emphasizes user experience as a top product evaluation criterion and shares observations on global tech dynamics.

Tim and Juan chat with the honest no-bs analyst Sanjeev Mohan to discuss the latest trends in the data & analytics space. We go over the vendor unification, the focus on semantics and metadata, what trends have survived and much more. If you like this short takeaway episode, you should listen to the full episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host Bobby Brill as he sits down with ServiceNow's AI legal and governance experts to break down the complex world of AI regulations. Andrea LaFontain (Director of AI Legal), Ken Miller (Senior Director of Product Legal), and Navdeep Gill (Staff Senior Product Manager, Responsible AI) explain how organizations can navigate the growing landscape of AI compliance. In this episode, you'll learn about three major regulatory approaches: the risk-based EU AI Act, Colorado's algorithmic discrimination law, and the NIST voluntary framework. The experts discuss practical strategies for complying with multiple regulations simultaneously, using the EU AI Act as a baseline and measuring the delta for new requirements. Key topics covered:- Why proactive compliance matters before regulations fully take effect - How AI Control Tower helps discover and manage AI systems across your enterprise - The exponential math behind AI compliance (vendors, employees, third parties) - Setting up governance policies for high-risk AI use cases - Timeline for major compliance deadlines (Colorado June 2026, EU August 2026) - The real costs of waiting for your first violation Whether you're managing AI deployment, working in compliance, or trying to understand the regulatory landscape, this episode provides actionable insights on building responsible AI governance infrastructure. Guests - Andrea LaFountain -Director, AI Legal Ken Miller - Senior Director, Product Legal Navdeep Gill - Staff Senior Product Manager, Responsible AI Host - Bobby Brill Chapters:00:00 Introduction to AI and Regulations 00:45 Meet the Experts 01:52 Overview of Key AI Regulations 03:03 Compliance Strategies for AI Regulations 07:33 ServiceNow's AI Control Tower 14:02 Challenges and Risks in AI Governance 16:04 Future of AI Regulations 18:34 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the ServiceNow UK&I Executive Circle Podcast, host Kat Finch speaks with Nick Pearson, CIO of Ricoh Europe, about how the company has successfully evolved from a traditional manufacturer to a technology-driven services business. Nick discusses the complex macro trends impacting European organisations, from shifting business models and tightening margins to the growing need for operational agility. He reflects on Ricoh’s 20-year transformation journey, highlighting how the company has remained resilient by continually pivoting, empowering change-makers, and fostering a culture of innovation.  The conversation explores the intersection of people and technology in driving digital transformation. Nick shares Ricoh's forward-thinking approach to AI governance and responsible innovation, alongside key themes such as:  The rise of technical roles reshaping today's workplace.  Building the skills and mindsets needed for a digital-first workforce.  Simplifying processes and using sentiment analysis to enhance document management.  Ricoh's vision to make work easier, smarter, and more human.  How leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the workplace of the future.  Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the digital workplace of the future.    If you’ve got an idea for a topic, would like to propose a guest for the show or discuss any of the points raised in this episode with a ServiceNow representative, just send an email to executivecircleuki@servicenow.com     And if you are not already an EXECUTIVE CIRCLE member and would like to learn more about our exclusive membership and all the benefits it brings, please visit.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.