Infosys Knowledge Institute

Dr. Harin Sellahewa, Dean of School of Computing, Reader in Computer Science at the University of Buckingham, discusses education and its future. The discussion covers the impact of COVID-19 on universities, the need for reskilling, and collaboration between enterprises and universities. Hosted by Anand Verma, European Head of Digital Services for Infosys and Founder & CEO of Brilliant Basics, Infosys’ Design Studios.

Max Garrett, Africa Programme Manager for the International Energy Agency, explains how access to sustainable modern energy impacts education, health, and the future of a nation. Hosted by Jeff Kavanaugh, VP and Head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

Victoria Payne, Scrum Master and Agile Coach at Brilliant Basics, discusses agile product delivery and how its landscape changed since she started her career. The discussion covers the role of cross-functional teams, the role of management and why many agile projects fail. Hosted by Anand Verma, European Head of Digital Services for Infosys and Founder & CEO of Brilliant Basics, Infosys’ Design Studios.

Dr. Christian Busch, author of The Serendipity Mindset, the Art and Science of Creating Good Luck, discusses how we can intentionally create luck in our lives. He explains how this mindset applies to personal life as well as product innovation and corporate management. Hosted by Jeff Kavanaugh, VP and Head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

Neil Cooper, Chief Design Officer at Brilliant Basics, discusses the role of design and creativity today. The discussion covers Neil’s personal design journey, company culture, and the importance of craft and collaboration. Hosted by Anand Verma, European Head of Digital Services for Infosys and Founder & CEO of Brilliant Basics, Infosys’ Design Studios.

Vishal Salvi, SVP, CISO and Head of the Cyber Security Practice at Infosys, shares his views on the expanded threat surface and remote workforce in the COVID era. The discussion covers Infosys’ response to the lockdown, cyber hygiene and what the future holds for us. Hosted by Yulia De Bari, Cybersecurity Lead and Podcast Producer for the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

Kate Maloney, Executive Director of the Infosys Foundation, discusses the importance of tech learning for all students, outside socioeconomic, regional and cultural boundaries and the ways the Infosys Foundation supports both teachers and students. Kate touches on the value of government/non-profit partnerships, the evolution of the “maker movement,” the foundation’s response to COVID-19, and a hybrid model that may the future of education. Hosted by Jeff Kavanaugh, VP and Head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

Infosys President, Ravi Kumar, explains how the future of our workplace will be tested under reliance, adaptability, virtualization and productivity. He discusses how the evolving concepts the gig economy, embracing machines, outcome-centric approaches, workforce empathy, networked organizations, conscious capitalism and public private partnerships will redefine the world of work following the COVID-19 crisis. Hosted by Jeff Kavanaugh, VP and Head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

Alice Henry, Digital Strategist at Brilliant Basics, discusses sustainability and sustainable design. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we were forced to make substantial work and life changes (e.g. virtual working, less global travel, food and shopping choices). The discussion covers how we can make these changes stick and what Brilliant Basics does to be sustainable. Hosted by Anand Verma, European Head of Digital Services for Infosys and Founder & CEO of Brilliant Basics, Infosys’ Design Studios.

James George, Network Development Lead for Ellen MacArthur Foundation, discusses the profitability of circular economy, popular misconceptions about it and what can businesses do to get on the circular economy journey. Hosted remotely from Abbey Road Studios by Jeff Kavanaugh, Head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute. The podcast is a part of our special series on an important global topic, Achieving Resilience in the Stakeholder Capitalist Era.