New Era of Engineering

In part two of our Future of Engineering conversation, Keith Williams, EVP & CTO at Capgemini Engineering, and Akshat Vaid, Partner at Everest Group, shift from defining the future of engineering to tackling the real challenge: how to get there. Building on the “nirvana” vision introduced in part one, this episode dives into the practicalities of road‑mapping and execution in a world where tec...

Engineering leaders are under pressure to deliver today and reinvent tomorrow. In this episode, Keith Williams , EVP & CTO at Capgemini Engineering, and Akshat Vaid , Partner at Everest Group, join us to map the current state of play across fast‑moving tech horizons and the convergence of digital and physical innovation. Together, they discuss engineering’s role in sustainability, defense, and...

The telecom industry is the backbone of our digital world, enabling connectivity across every sector. Yet, despite massive investments in innovation, growth remains elusive. In this episode of The New Era of Engineering podcast, Capgemini Engineering’s Subhankar Pal and Telefónica’s Pedro García Parra explore the challenges , and opportunities shaping the future of telecom. From building self-mana...

What if you could see the wind? In this episode of the New Era of Engineering podcast, discover how Windsight IQ transformed the way millions experienced the 2024 America's Cup. For the first time, spectators, commentators, and broadcasters had access to real-time visualizations of wind patterns across the racecourse—giving them more insight than the competitors themselves. Join Dave Jackson , CTO...

The future of energy hinges on our ability to generate sustainable, fossil-free electricity at scale and at a viable cost. Is this a distant dream, or a tangible reality within reach? In this episode of New Era of Engineering, Dr. Alain Bécoulet, Deputy Director General of ITER, and Jean-Luc Chabaudie,  Head of the Future of Energy program at Capgemini Engineering, explore the transformative poten...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research traditionally aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefit?     Professor Andreas Jossen, Chair of Electrical Energy Storage Technology at the Technical University of Munich; and...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty speaks with Zenyk Matchyshyn, Chief Technology Officer for Software Product Engineering at Capgemini Engineering, about how Generative AI is transforming the software development lifecycle. From addressing the global skills shortage to enabling hyper-automation and improving software quality, GenAI is redefining how teams design, build,...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Pradeep Mohanasundaram, a consultant in multi-physics modelling and optimisation at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how hybrid machine learning is reshaping the way we simulate complex physical systems. By combining data-driven AI with physics-based models, hybrid ML enables more accurate simulations, even when data is sc...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Ben Cox, Analytics Consultant with the Hybrid Intelligence team at Capgemini Engineering, to explore the rise of Hardcore AI—artificial intelligence that is high-performance, more observant, more ubiquitous, and, yes, more intelligent. As AI capabilities accelerate exponentially, Ben offers a grounded perspective on what’s...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Raghu Kishore Vempati, Director of Technology and Innovation at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how artificial intelligence -and specifically Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)- are poised to transform the semiconductor industry. As global demand surges and supply chains grow more complex and vulnerable, the industry...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, we explore how the MedTech industry is navigating one of its greatest challenges: accelerating innovation while staying compliant in a highly regulated environment. Brian Doherty is joined by Atul Kurani, Capgemini Engineering’s Head of Medical and IoT business, to discuss how emerging technologies—especially GenAI—are reshaping the development of connect...

In this episode of New Era of Engineering, we explore how Capgemini is redefining software assurance through the integration of Alloy—a formal modeling language—and Crucible, a powerful suite of modeling tools. Host Brian Doherty is joined by Janet Barnes, Software Engineer and Formal Methods Expert from Capgemini Engineering,  to discuss how this bold approach is enabling automation, improving te...

As organizations anticipate a dramatic rise in software-driven revenue, the role of embedded computing is evolving fast. In this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Mike Welsh, CTO of Automotive Software and Electronics at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how next-generation embedded systems—powered by edge AI, IoT, and real-time processing—are reshaping industries....

In a world facing climate disruption, energy transition, and geopolitical uncertainty, how can businesses make informed, future-ready decisions? In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Thierry Chevalier, Senior Advisor on Modeling and Simulation at Capgemini Engineering and member of the French Academy of Technologies. Together, they explore Business for Plan...

As global water scarcity intensifies, industries must rethink how they manage this vital resource. In this episode of "New Era of Engineering", host Brian Doherty speaks with Estefania Delgadillo, PhD, Scientific Project Leader for the Circular Economy at Capgemini Engineering. Estefania introduces WaterWise, an innovative methodology designed to help companies assess and optimize water circularit...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Angelica Mejia, Environmental Scientist and Biodiversity Program Leader at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how engineering and innovation can support the planet’s most vital resource: biodiversity. Angelica introduces the concept of Strategic Biodiversity Integration, explaining why aligning business success with biod...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Solène Le Bars, Scientific Leader for the Future of Healthcare Program at Capgemini Engineering, to explore the cutting-edge world of brain/computer interfaces (BCIs) and their transformative potential in healthcare. Solène introduces a groundbreaking approach that combines virtual reality (VR), eye-tracking, and electr...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Konstantina Gkika, a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) specialist at Capgemini Engineering, to explore the growing importance of the circular economy in today’s world. They discuss how circularity can help combat environmental degradation while unlocking economic opportunities and promoting...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty explores the transformative potential of personalized medicine with Rupeshit Patekar, Senior Engineering Manager and Black Belt Software Architect at Capgemini Engineering. Together, they delve into how emerging technologies—especially AI and connected data platforms—are reshaping healthcare to be more predictive, preventive, and pa...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Gianmarco Scalabrin, Head of Technology and Innovation for Aerospace at Capgemini Engineering, to explore a question that feels straight out of science-fiction: are flying cars finally within reach? Gianmarco explains why the idea is no longer just a futuristic fantasy. With advances in electric propulsion, battery tech...

In this episode of The New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty dives into the fascinating intersection of chemistry and quantum computing with expert guest Franziska Wulff, a specialist in quantum technology. Together, they explore how quantum computing is poised to revolutionize the field of chemistry—from simulating complex molecular interactions to accelerating the discovery of new materials...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits? In this episode, Professor Lars Kunze in Safety for Robotics and Autonomous Systems in the Bristol Robotics Laboratory at UWE Brist...

In this episode, Adriano Goes, PhD in Telecommunications and Head of R&D Telecom at Capgemini Engineering Portugal​, explores how 6G is being optimized before it even exists, with AI and sustainability at its core. He explains the concept of the Communication-Compute Continuum and its role in future networks. Discover how early planning can reduce energy use, improve performance, and enable re...

Data spaces hold great potential for the way that public and private data is used and shared – and can help drive social and economic innovation. They can bring benefits not just commercially but for global security, for the benefit of the environment, and for the health of our populations.​ ​ In this episode, Carlos Mendez, Innovation Technology Manager at Capgemini Engineering, explores the tran...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research traditionally aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefit?     Dimitri Mavris, Director of the Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory (ASDL) in the School of Aerospace Engineering...