AWS - Smart Business Podcast

Ilkka Sammelvuo (Ropo) and Ebba af Klercker (AWS) on what happens to vertical SaaS when agentic AI starts doing the work the product used to do, and the case for being a tech-enabled service company instead. Recorded live at the AWS Summit in Stockholm.

Johan Andersson (Lime Technologies) and Ganesh Shenoy (AWS) on bringing AI Agents into a 35-year-old Swedish CRM, and how to lift sales, marketing and support teams without breaking the simplicity and trust that got Lime Technologies there in the first place. Recorded live at the AWS Summit in Stockholm.

Description In this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Magnus Hazell, Product Director at Aira Group , and Jesse Kinnunen from AWS . They delve into Aira Group's bold mission to decarbonize 5 million homes across Europe by disrupting the traditional energy market with heat pumps, an established technology. Magnus highlights their aggressive growth, high ambition , and the utilization of AI an...

On the mic today: Anna Almen, CTO at Infront , and Marcela Cazacu Alotleh from AWS . Infront, a leading European fintech company with over 35 years of history, specializes in wealth management and trading. Anna explains how Infront leverages its deep experience and structured historical data to provide advantages to its customers, focusing on data consolidation and seamless integrations within the...

This time, we sit down with Simon Skoog, Chief AI Officer at Apotea , and AWS’s David Alele . Apotea, Sweden's leading online pharmacy, maintains its reputation through a core strategy of fast deliveries, low prices, and free delivery , achieved largely through high automation . Simon discusses how Apotea builds its tech infrastructure for future scalability and the dynamic partnership with AW...

We’re talking with two great guests today: Nina Laaksonen, Chief Product Officer at WithSecure , and Mitchell Contursi from AWS . WithSecure, a European company with over 30 years of history in cybersecurity, holds a strong stance on digital sovereignty and adheres to strict European compliance and ethical standards. Nina explains how in-built AI and machine learning , a core part of their protect...

This episode dives into a discussion with Angela Timofte, Global VP of Engineering at Trustpilot , alongside Berkan Hittet from AWS . Trustpilot's core mission is to be the universal symbol of trust , connecting consumers and businesses through reviews and empowering businesses to grow through customer feedback. Angela explains how Trustpilot, as a digital native, cloud-based company , leverag...

Today’s conversation features Victor Wennerholm, Product Manager at Voyado , and Fanny Nilsson representing AWS . Voyado is recognized as a pioneer in customer experience and loyalty , focusing exclusively on retail and omnichannel brands. They explore how Voyado's platform leverages cutting-edge AI technology for real-time personalization , dynamically showing products and content based on cu...

In this episode, we dive into the world of cyber security with Paolo Palumbo, Vice President of WithSecure Intelligence , and Joakim Knutar from AWS . Paolo discusses WithSecure’s unique co-security model , emphasizing partnership with customers to extend visibility and protection against complex threats. The episode covers the dual role of AI in cyber security , from enabling rapid response to po...

In this episode, we are joined by Amy Chen, Chief Innovation Officer at KONE , and Jiska Druey from AWS , to explore how KONE is revolutionizing urban mobility. Amy shares how KONE’s AI-powered Technician Assistant helps 40,000 technicians optimize maintenance by providing real-time insights and troubleshooting suggestions. She discusses how AI and digital twins improve building accessibility and...

In this episode, we sit down with Niilo Säämänen, CTO at Wolt.com , and Kirsi Louhelainen from AWS to discuss how Wolt has scaled from a mobile innovation idea to a global delivery giant operating in 31 countries . Niilo shares how Wolt’s focus on building "Wolt grade" products drives their success, emphasizing technical excellence, customer obsession, and engineering craftsmanship. The...

In this episode, we welcome Rasmus Hauch, CTO at Boost. AI, and Ragnar Harper, Head of Technology at AWS Norway, to explore how Boost. AI delivers cutting-edge conversational AI solutions tailored for regulated industries. Rasmus explains how their platform drives tangible business outcomes, including improved user experiences and high automation rates, often reaching 70-80%. He shares how Boost....

In this episode, we welcome Luke Buckley, CTO and founder of ConnectMyApps, and Erik Haugen, CEO, to discuss their new AI assistant, Inira. Built on the Canvas integration platform, Inira automates HR workflows by seamlessly connecting applications and databases, enabling users to compile data, generate reports, and answer complex questions through simple queries. Luke shares insights into the tec...

In this episode, we welcome Stig Elsfjordstrand, Chairman at AlreadyON, and Ragnar Harper, Head of Technology at AWS Norway, to discuss the transformative role of AI in HR tech. Stig explains how AlreadyON aligns employee development with strategic goals through their innovative solution, Alon Skills. This AI-driven platform uses competence mapping to create personalized learning paths, connecting...

In this episode, we welcome Jon Bratseth, CEO of Vespa.ai, and Ragnar Harper, Head of Technology at AWS Norway. Jon shares Vespa's innovative approach to enterprise-scale AI, focusing on Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to enable models to access up-to-date, company-specific data. He explains how Vespa's platform combines textual search, vectors, and machine learning signals to achieve...

In this episode, Victor Forsfaelt Ljungberg from AWS speaks with Mikk Lemberg, CPO at 1oT, a cellular connectivity provider for IoT companies. Mikk explains how 1oT simplifies global deployments by aggregating telecom networks and offering customers a single platform, eSIM, invoice, and support channel. He highlights their eSIM solution’s ability to improve logistics, manufacturing, and connectivi...

In this episode, Victor Forsfaelt Ljungberg from AWS speaks with Andrei Gornostajev, CTO at Wallester. Andrei explains how Wallester was created to build a modern, real-time platform for card issuing, solving the challenges companies faced with outdated systems. He outlines their growth into a full-service provider with customer onboarding, AML checks, and integrations with personalization centers...

In this episode, Victor Forsfaelt Ljungberg from AWS speaks with Laas Toom, CTO at LHV Paytech. Laas shares how LHV Paytech evolved into a modern, local digital payments gateway, offering innovations like next-day and next-hour settlements and the Request Money 2.0 feature for easier bill splitting via QR or link. He explains their cloud-native approach with AWS for PCI DSS compliance, scalability...

In today’s episode, we explore the forefront of financial technology with Jan-Lamber Voortman, COO at Ohpen, and Marcela Cazacu Alotleh from AWS. They discuss Ohpen's pioneering role as the first company to bring a bank to the cloud, highlighting their cloud-native core banking platform. Jan-Lamber shares his leadership philosophy, emphasizing freedom and accountability over rigid rules. The conve...

On the mic today are Matvey Teplov, Director and architectural lead at Nomios, and Paul Muller from AWS, providing deep insights into the cyber security and network infrastructure landscape. Matvey outlines the types of clients Nomios serves and their approach to staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, emphasizing a thoughtful adoption of technology rather than chasing the "bleeding edge". H...

This time, we sit down with Eelco Lempsink, CTO at Framer, and Albert Argente Nordbeck from AWS, to explore the story behind Framer's successful pivot from a prototyping tool to a popular website builder. Eelco candidly discusses the lack of growth that spurred this significant shift and the strategic leveraging of their existing web technology. He highlights Framer's strong focus on desig...

This episode features a discussion with Ritchie Vink, founder & CEO of Polars, alongside Jordan Kramsky from AWS, about the development and impact of the Polars data frame library. Ritchie explains how Polars addresses the limitations of traditional data processing tools by offering a multi-threaded, incredibly fast solution optimized for modern hardware. They discuss the business value of Pol...

Today's conversation features Johan de Keulenaer, responsible for Partnerships & Channel Growth at Aikido, and Albert Argente Nordbeck from AWS, exploring the innovative approach of Aikido in developer security. Yon explains how Aikido differentiates itself by reducing false positives and leveraging AI for auto-triage and auto-fix of vulnerabilities. They discuss the collaboration between...

In this episode, we delve into the world of enterprise architecture with Matthijs Scholten, Head of Product Marketing at Bizzdesign, and Margot Schipper from AWS. They discuss Bizzdesign's mission to enable business transformation, the importance of a future-state design mindset, and how their platform helps organizations visualize and transform. The conversation explores a client story from Schip...

In this episode, we dive into the world of logistics innovation with Bas Smeulders, Founder and now COO of Sendcloud, alongside Paul Vereijken from Levi9. Sendcloud has grown into a leading player in the logistics sector, and Bas shares how he has had to reinvent his role time and again to support the company's growth. From his early days as a founder to his current focus on finance and operationa...