
Disruption Talks by Netguru
Disruption Talks. Get insights on digital acceleration, winning strategies, innovation and scaling products.Every week we discuss the hottest challenges in tech with top experts from world-class companies like Chanel, Bolt, Farfetch, Wise and many many more.Hosted by Netguru's experts from the industry - be it Fintech, Retail, UX, Product/Project Management and others. Head to https://netguru.com/disruption/talks for more info about the show.
Latest episodes

Oct 3, 2023 • 38min
Ep. 108. Hyper-realistic AI Avatars: What's Next? – with DeepBrain AI
🤖 👨 Lifelike human avatars are becoming a part of our lives. Should we be scared or excited? Explore their capabilities in our upcoming Disruption Talks episode!💡Listen to our discussion to uncover the fascinating realm of AI avatars and ponder the question: What's the next frontier for this groundbreaking technology? How is this technology reshaping our digital identities and interactions?

Jul 27, 2023 • 1h 4min
Ep. 107. "Great innovation is a cross-functional success" - or how does outcome-based cybersecurity work? - with Artturi Lehtiö, WithSecure
R&D plays a crucial role in bulletproofing organizations and preparing them for tomorrow's cybersecurity threats. But how does it actually work? 🤔 How do we foster innovation in cybersec? And what's the role of AI and machine learning? Listen to Artturi Lehtiö, VP, R&D for Agents at WithSecure, sharing insights into cutting-edge cybersecurity research and development.

Jul 14, 2023 • 1h 1min
Ep. 106. How to scale company goals using OKRs - with Jenny Herald, VP of Product Evangelism at Quantive
Jenny Herald, VP of Product Evangelism at Quantive, answers all your questions you've always wanted to ask but were too afraid.In this episode of Disruption Talks you'll learn about: 1. How to scale company goals using OKRs. 2. How does Quantive’s approach to OKRs differ from other companies. 3. How to measure the success of OKRs. If you enjoyed it, please rate our show on your favorite podcasting platform.

Jun 20, 2023 • 59min
Ep. 105. AWS' Way of Mixing Generative AI with Cloud Services
Amazon Web Services is without a doubt the leading world-class cloud provider. In this Disruption Talks episode, we have the pleasure of hosting the Head of Technology at AWS CEE, Tomek Stachlewski & we will be exploring the fusion of AWS's cutting-edge cloud services with the transformative power of Generative AI. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind this dynamic duo, uncovering the unlimited possibilities and incredible potential it holds for businesses and industries worldwide. Get ready to be inspired, as we unleash the true essence of innovation and disruption in the digital era. Tune in now and be part of the future!

Jun 14, 2023 • 52min
Ep. 104. How technology can transform the flower delivery industry - Disruption Talks with Floward
🌸 Everyone, at least once in their life, has ordered flowers online.🤔 However we probably never thought about what's the process behind it and how the industry evolved thanks to the emerging tech trends.On this Disruption Talks episode, we have the great pleasure of hosting Diyaa Hamza, Chief Technology Officer at Floward. Floward is an online flower & gift delivery company that is revolutionizing the industry with their individualized approach and betting on keeping the quality high at each stage of the delivery process.This episode is hosted by Barbara Rybicka, Senior Business Development Lead at Netguru.

Jun 13, 2023 • 37min
Ep. 103 The Biggest Risk is not Capitalising on an Opportunity - Disruption Talks with Zalando
Join us for another episode of Disruption Talks!Our guest this time is Dinesh Deva, VP of Product and Engineering AdTech, MarTech at Zalando SE who tells us more on Zalando's approach to personalization in e-commerce and marketing, using AI. Who doesn't know Zalando? It's Europe's leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle. With 51 million customers in 25 markets, they are the leading voice in e-commerce. Sit back, relax and enjoy the episode!

Jun 7, 2023 • 1h
Ep. 102. Software is Easy. People are Hard - Kilo Health
"Technology is making people more isolated, less connected. And that has some massively detrimental effects. Technology up until this point has been a real contributor to that negative trend." - says Phil Bennett, Director of Engineering at Kilo Health. Phil's story with Kilo Health starts quite abruptly - he was found in a high-risk possibility of having a heart attack. This moment made him realize that he needs to focus his engineering skills on building something that would be meaningful for society and human health. As he mentions in the episode, we even know more about technologies than we know about the human brain. Put your headphones on & enjoy this one!

May 31, 2023 • 1h 3min
Ep. 101. AI: the Mix Between Hope and Despair, Cost and Value, Promises & Reality - Disruption Talks with Dataiku
"Dataiku's mission is to make AI cheap, safe, and easy for everyone to benefit from. Any time the goalposts are shifted and new technology becomes hot, our job remains the same." - says Dataiku's EMEA Field CDO, Shaun McGirr. Dataiku is a platform for Everyday AI, enabling data experts and domain experts to work together to build AI into their daily operations.During this insightful episode, you will have a chance to learn from the experts on how to increase your return of investment using AI & what is the actual reality of implementing such technology in your organisation. In the AI area, when everyone seems overly confident about the topic, Shaun reveals the secret sauce on how to remain grounded in reality and how to make AI work for you in your organisation. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

May 24, 2023 • 59min
Ep. 100. Everything that Worked for You in The Past Might Not be Working in The Future - Disruption Talks with ClickUp
"The world is changing very rapidly. And the majority of people are not open to change. You need to learn how to be open, accepting, and adapting to it." - says Shailesh Kumar, SVP & Head of Technology at ClickUp. ClickUp is a comprehensive project management and productivity tool designed to help teams and individuals organize and collaborate on tasks effectively. It offers a wide range of features and capabilities that streamline workflow management and enhance productivity. On this episode we touch on topics like:How can AI enhance user productivity?How do the technical values of ClickUp differentiate them from the market?What is the underlying technology stack that powers ClickUp?Enjoy!

May 18, 2023 • 56min
Ep. 99. Connecting the Unconnected. The Role of Technology in Addressing Poverty and World Hunger
Join us on this episode of the podcast as we delve into the world of digital technologies and their immense potential in combating hunger and helping underserved regions of the world. Our special guest is Bernhard Kowatsch, Head of Innovation Accelerator at the UN World Food Programme, who shares insights on how technology can revolutionize efforts to address hunger. He is also the co-founder of Share the Meal which is a one-tap solution to fight hunger worldwide. Millions are making a difference by donating meals with just a touch, bringing hope and nourishment to those in need. Listen to this very insightful episode to find out more!