Open Comments, hosted by The Open Group

In this mini episode (part of The Open Group News Corner for the Open Comments podcast), we sit down with Curley Thomas to break down the OSDU Data Platform Standard version 1.0 and why it sets a stable, technology-agnostic baseline for subsurface data platforms. We focus on how consistent API behavior reduces one-off integrations and points the ecosystem toward real vendor and application certifi...

Some ideas sound noble until real life tests them. Jesal Pankhania joins us to talk about what actually builds wisdom when you’re under pressure, out of your depth, or face-to-face with your own bad habits. Jesal is an implant dentist, a university clinical tutor, and an essentialist coach, and his work sits right where philosophy meets practice. We start with a provocative thread from his book Ha...

Collaboration can be the difference between a team that ships with confidence and a team that drowns in meetings. We dig into what collaboration really is, why it matters so much in modern product development, and how it quietly breaks down when everyone is “included” but nobody is accountable. We walk through three common collaboration myths that show up in organizations of every size: the belief...

We preview an upcoming mini series on what’s new from The Open Group and why these standards matter to architects, business leaders, and technology teams. We give a quick tour of four updates you can download now, before each is broken down into full episodes soon.  To learn more about these standards mentioned in this trailer and how to download them, please visit the following links via The Open...

We deep dive into productivity challenges and strategies across diverse IT fields, providing actionable insights for professionals in UX design, QA testing, and data engineering. Through practical examples and myth-busting, we uncover how specialized approaches and the right mindset can transform productivity in any tech role. • Field-specific productivity challenges illustrated through some ficti...

We talk with Francis Uy and Jason Lee about using The Open Group TOGAF ® Standard, a standard of The Open Group, and value-based architecture to turn a COVID-19 crisis into a national digital health platform that delivers measurable results. We trace how ecosystem thinking scales from pandemic response and vaccine rollout to national health data capabilities and emerging global work on digital pub...

What if the true work of architecture starts where the diagram ends? We sit down with Giuseppe Ciano—Cloud Transformation Architect,  Distinguished Certified Architect, and Certification Board Member of The Open Group—to unpack how real architects lead beyond the desk and why peer‑reviewed certification proves accountability, not trivia. Giuseppe traces his path from developer to Enterprise Archit...

Digital artist and educator Stef Buzatu takes us on a fascinating journey through the evolving landscape of digital media, creativity, and art education. Originally from Romania, Stef shares how her path led from handcrafted projects to becoming Course Director for Digital Media at Coventry University, where she's been nurturing creative minds for nearly a decade. With remarkable candor, Stef...

The Color Personality Quiz offers a practical framework for understanding diverse working styles in IT teams, helping reduce friction and improve collaboration among colleagues with different communication preferences and work approaches. • Based on Don Lowry's 1970s True Colors personality system with four color-coded categories • Blue personalities are empathetic, relationship-focused and v...

Ever wondered what happens when we feel truly safe to create, innovate, and express ourselves authentically? In this episode, Donna Preece-Jones, Creative Leadership Facilitator and founder of the Dynamic Potential Academy, shares her journey from running award-winning, pragmatic personal development support for a university to experiencing a profound personal breakdown—and how creativity became h...

The energy data world is racing toward a milestone that promises less friction and more progress: a vendor-neutral foundation that operators, cloud providers, and innovators can all trust. We invited Stef Jacobs, Chair of The Open Group OSDU® Forum, to unpack the plan to make that real by 2026 and what it means for seismic interpretation, AI readiness, and day-to-day workflows. We start with purpo...

AI is racing ahead, and the power bill is coming due. We sit down with Forrester Senior Analyst Abhijit Sunil to unpack how energy, climate risk, and circularity now shape every serious IT roadmap—from where to place AI workloads to how to buy, refresh, and retire hardware without blowing the grid or the budget. We trace key signals from New York Climate Week: services firms positioning tech as a...

The ground under cybersecurity is always moving, but the smartest teams aren’t chasing shiny tools—they’re changing how they think. We sit down with John Linford, Forum Director of the Security Portfolio at The Open Group, to revisit zero trust, quantitative risk, and the education efforts that turn strategy into daily behavior. What’s different since we first decoded zero trust? A lot: AI is now...

Time slips through our fingers like sand, yet mastering its flow might be the most valuable skill any professional can develop. This compelling mini-episode delves into the often misunderstood art of time management across diverse professional landscapes. We begin by examining the unique challenges IT professionals face—constantly torn between deep, focused work and the urgent demands of reactive...

Dr. Darren Pulsipher shares his journey from Silicon Valley Software Engineer to Chief Solution Architect for Intel's public sector and Chair of The Open Group Government Enterprise Architecture Workgroup. He discusses the Government Digital Transformation Architecture framework and explains why successful Enterprise Architecture must balance technical innovation with human-centered design. H...

The architectural landscape is transforming before our eyes, and staying relevant means embracing the extraordinary potential of generative AI while deepening our uniquely human capabilities. In this thought-provoking conversation, Anil Lakhan—Principal Enterprise Architect at Capgemini with over three decades of experience—shares wisdom that will resonate with architects at every career stage. An...

What happens when standards escape the page and become tangible, hands-on experiences? That's the question Nova Smar is answering with their groundbreaking O-PAS Standard Roadshow, as revealed in this enlightening conversation with Libanio Souza and Luciano Botto – two industry veterans with nearly 80 years of combined experience. The roadshow represents an unprecedented global initiative to...

PETROBRAS IT leaders Leonardo Melo and Pascoal Mello share how The Open Group OSDU ® Forum is transforming data management in oil exploration, creating interoperability between applications, and making workflows more efficient and cost-effective. Key Highlights: • Leonardo has spent 13 years in data management and governance for geosciences at PETROBRAS • Pascoal works in exploration focusing on g...

This episode is dedicated to John Sherwood (1947-2025) who founded the SABSA Institute with David Lynas, where he was the Chief Architect of the SABSA methodology. A pioneer in his own right, John’s legacy will continue through the future efforts of the SABSA Institute.  The path from code to comprehensive security architecture rarely follows a straight line. In this enlightening conversation, sec...

What if the most valuable skill you could develop isn't a skill at all, but rather a mindset? Lifelong learning stands as the ultimate competitive advantage in our rapidly evolving world, and this episode unpacks exactly what it means to embrace continuous growth. We explore how lifelong learning extends far beyond formal education into a daily practice of curiosity and openness. You'll...

Doron Orbach, Director of Product Management for Enterprise Architecture at ServiceNow, shares insights from his 20+ year career in product and engineering, exploring how collaboration and continuous learning drive success in technology leadership. • Experience in aligning ServiceNow's Common Service Data Model (CSDM) with Archimate standards • First involvement with The Open Group through th...

What drives a documentary filmmaker to capture the untold stories of marginalized communities? Award-winning filmmaker Meera Darji takes us behind the scenes of her creative journey, revealing how mentorship transformed her approach to storytelling and empowered her to document India's hidden narratives. Meera shares the pivotal moment when a university mentor encouraged her to explore docume...

Collaboration isn't just a buzzword—it's the engine that powers innovation in complex technical environments. Huub Streng, OSDU® Data Platform Advisor at Total Energies, joins us to unpack what makes teams truly successful. From his remarkable journey starting in mechanical engineering to becoming a data management leader, Streng shares how adaptability and continuous learning shaped his...

Journey through the evolving landscape of technology and energy as Einar Landre shares his remarkable career path from computer scientist to an Oil and Gas industry veteran. Dividing his professional life into two distinct chapters, Einar takes us from his early days maintaining software in Oslo through an exciting consultancy phase—where he developed solutions for the European Space Agency's...

Ever wondered how diverse marketing roles can be within dynamic organizations? Join us as we explore this vibrant landscape with our hosts, Ash, Oliver, and Irene.  From the excitement of event planning to the challenge of marketing across sectors like healthcare and electricity, our guests share their unique journeys and insights. Hear Oliver's story of transitioning from business management...