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In this episode of FOBtv, Kevin Benedict sits down with Laksh Parthasarathy (PLN), Global Head of Smart Mobility and Automotive Manufacturing at TCS, to explore how AI and analytics are rewriting the DNA of the automotive industry. Together, they trace the shift from slow, mechanical evolution to a new era where intelligence becomes the core of both vehicles and factories. PLN breaks down how digi...

Get ready for a front-row seat to the future of automotive manufacturing. In this episode of FOBtv, Kevin Benedict sits down with industry leader Subhash Sakorikar, Global Head of Industry Excellence at TCS, to unpack the forces reshaping how cars are designed, built, powered, and connected. Together they explore the rise of smart factories, the real impact of digital twins, the new choreography o...

What happens when the most remote region on Earth becomes one of the most strategically important? In this compelling episode of FOBtv, futurist and host Kevin Benedict sits down with Nordic North Futurist Hanna Lakkala to explore the rapidly changing reality of the arctic region. From vanishing seasonal rhythms in Lapland to the surge in Arctic tourism, from Finland’s deep sauna culture to the ge...

To gain a deeper understanding of the future, begin with the people who will inherit it. In this episode of FOBtv, futurist Kevin Benedict sits down with Aino Piispanen—one of Finland’s leading voices on youth futures at the Hopeful Future project—to confront a stunning reality: young people’s belief in tomorrow is now at the lowest level ever recorded. Together, they explore why hope is diminishi...

In this episode, we tackle one of the most urgent questions of our time: Can the world grow richer without cooking the planet? Our guest, David Carlin, argues that we’re framing the climate challenge all wrong. The real goal isn’t to use less energy—it’s to use cleaner energy, and that shift in mindset radically reshapes how we think about growth, development, and the future of global prosperity....

In this high-energy episode of FOBtv, TCS futurist Kevin Benedict sits down with Deepak Seth, Gartner Director Analyst and leading expert in Data, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence, for a rare inside look at how AI is truly reshaping the enterprise. This isn’t another hype-driven discussion. Deepak cuts through the noise to reveal how organizations are actually extracting value from AI—what s...

Investors today are demanding more than promises—they want data. In this episode of FOBtv, futurist Kevin Benedict speaks with Eric Weitzman of FactSet about how investors are scrutinizing companies’ authentic sustainability commitments, and how technologies like AI, digital twins, and advanced analytics are reshaping the way businesses prove their impact. /// Discover more from #FOBtv and connect...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Alison Wise, Founder and Principal at Wise Strategies, as she shares her perspectives on corporate sustainability in an era of global complexity. Wise explores how companies are leveraging cutting-edge technologies—like AI, sensors, and digital twins—to track impact, forecast climate risks, and drive long-term value. She dives into the frameworks shapi...

In this compelling episode, Marie Clara Buelligen, Head of Sustainable Investment Banking Americas at Societe Generale, shares a candid and strategic perspective on the future of sustainability in business. With deep insights into the intersection of finance, technology, and environmental responsibility, Buelligen explores how emerging tools like AI, digital twins, simulations, and modeling are re...

What can a buried city, and ancient materials teach us about building a better tomorrow? On this episode, we connect the deep past with the long future. We're joined by Janna Jokela, a futurist and archaeologist who sees the remnants of ancient civilizations not just as historical artifacts, but as a map for our future.  Q&A 1:54 Q1 Tell us what your paper is going to be about, or your argumen...

In this episode sustainability expert Haley Price and I dig deep into the motivations people and companies have to support sustainability and sustainable business models.  We explore the technologies, risks management strategies, and standards used to audit progress, and where the future of sustainability is likely to take us. TCS Digital Twindex Sustainability: https://www.tcs.com/what-we-do/serv...

In this episode, our guest is Jayasree Kottapalli, Head of Sustainable Solutions, Communications, Media and Information Services at TCS.  In this illuminating conversation we learn how businesses can thrive at the intersection of profitability and sustainability. Jayasree shares her personal journey into sustainability, unpacks the forces motivating organizations to act now, and explores how break...

This episode of FOBtv, features Kiran Gupta, Global Head of Sustainability Services for TCS, in a forward-thinking discussion on the critical intersection of technology and ecological responsibility. We explore how cutting-edge technologies like AI, digital twins, and sensors can revolutionize ecological system management and enhance long-term sustainability planning. TCS Digital Twindex Sustainab...

In this episode of FOBtv, host Kevin Benedict, and TCS futurist and thought leader David Kish, dig deep into the Future of Sustainability, and the concepts of sustainability, regeneration, circular economies and more. This episode introduces listeners to a new era of sustainability where both the problems and solutions can be found in the convergence of domains such as science, technology, societa...

In an era where every company is trying to navigate the complex world of generative AI, many leaders are still searching for the practical, day-to-day applications that truly move the needle. This is not another episode about the future potential of AI. This is a look at its practical present. Join us as we sit down with Ken Hubbell, a pioneering author and AI expert who has been at the forefront...

In this podcast our guest is procurement and supply chain expert and global thought leader, Joe Carson. Joe provides candid insights, and a comprehensive overview of critical challenges, from geopolitical shifts, navigating tariffs, fostering supply chain resilience, and embracing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.  Previous Interviews with Joe: Q&A 1:04 Q1 Talk to me abo...

In this episode of FOBtv, our guest is Rob Tiffany, a distinguished IDC Research Director, submariner, author and inventor, as we take a compelling and insightful journey into the foundational architectures powering the next wave of artificial intelligence. In this essential episode for business and organizational leaders, we dissect the intricate world of cloud strategies, exploring the different...

For the eighth year running, Finland has claimed the top spot as the world’s happiest nation. But what’s behind this consistent success? In this compelling compilation, we will discover how some of Finland's most highly respected Futurists entered the futurist industry. The Finland Formula Full Series: Part 1 with Amos Taylor: https://youtu.be/8pYB1XFPDZE Part 2 with Dr. Juha Mattsson: https://you...

In this special episode of The Future of Happiness series, we welcome back acclaimed futurist and award-winning author David Espindola, whose visionary book Soulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence has sparked meaningful conversations across the globe. David dives deep into what it means to be truly happy—beyond algorithms and artificial emotions—exploring the essence of our humanity...

In this episode, our guest is Siemen’s manufacturing expert Zvi Feuer. We discuss the impact of artificial intelligence, robots, automation, and the future role of humans in manufacturing. Q&A 1:19 Q1 So now, tell us about your personal use of generative AI. How often are you using it on a daily basis or weekly basis? 4:19 Q2 So in your area of responsibility, what are you most excited about t...

For the eighth year running, Finland has claimed the top spot as the world’s happiest nation. But what’s behind this consistent success? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Sirkka Heinonen, renowned futurist and Professor Emerita at the Finland Futures Research Centre, to explore what truly makes a society thrive. During our discussion, we uncovered the pillars of Finnish well-being –...

Join us for a deep dive into the future of manufacturing. Listen as Helenio Gilabert of Schneider Electric reveals how AI, automation, and digital twins are converging to move us closer to the fully autonomous factory of tomorrow.  Explore the impact of predictive analytics, edge computing, and robotics on real-time decision-making and competitive advantage. Q&A 1:19 Q1 What do you use generat...

Join futurist Hanna Lakkala as she shares powerful insights on why Finland is the world’s happiest country—and what that means for the future. In this compelling episode, Hanna discusses her return to the North of Finland after spending years in other Nordic countries and locations around the globe, her work in positive psychology, and what the world can learn from Finland’s social cohesion, trust...

This episode dives into the synergistic world of IoT, AI, autonomous systems, and digital twins – exploring how they create a manufacturing environment that's not just connected, it's practically alive and capable of optimizing itself in real-time. We'll explore the "how" and "why" behind this transformation, and what it means for the future of manufacturing. Q&A 1:48 Q1 Have you ever seen a t...

What happens when the world’s happiest country is also home to very forward-thinking AI strategists? In this episode, we sit with Timo Savolainen to explore the intersection of national well-being, technological transformation, and future vision. Finland was recently named the happiest country in the world, for the eighth consecutive year. We dig into the choices and cultural traits that have made...