PwC Luxembourg TechTalk

In this special wrap-up episode of TechTalk , Carla Santos, Christopher Rossa and Paul Antunes take a step back to reflect on their podcasting journey. They revisit standout episodes, share key takeaways, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the podca s t . With a touch of humour, this episode marks both a pause before the summer break and a personal farewell, as Carla hosts her fin...

What are AI agents—and how are they different from Agentic AI? In this episode of TechTalk , we explore how these intelligent systems work, what they can (and can't ) do, and how they're already changing the way we work. With guests  M ehdi Roussaky , Manager in the Data Analytics and AI team at PwC Luxembourg, and Jordi Cabot , Head of the Software Engineering RDI Unit at the Luxembourg Institute...

In this episode of TechTalk, we explore how financial services are steering toward AI — covering emerging regulations like the EU AI Act, trust-building, collaboration, and the shift from experimentation to real-world applications. To guide us through this evolving landscape, we're joined by Ulf Herbig, Chairman of the EFAMA AI Task Force and Chairman of ALFI's Digital Finance Working Group on Inn...

Getting  Microsoft 365 Copilot  is just the first step—adopting it at scale is where the real challenge begins. In this episode, Martin Soisson, Senior Manager in the Core Project Unit and AI Competency Lead at PwC Luxembourg , shares how the firm is approaching GenAI adoption, from real-life use cases to key success factors and lessons learned.  

A I and cloud-based tools are transforming the modern workplace, but they also introduce new cybersecurity risks—from AI-powered phishing scams to the complexities of securing third-party AI services.    In this episode of TechTalk , we speak with Vincent Garnier-Salvi, Cybersecurity Senior Manager at PwC Luxembourg, and Aleksandrina Kovacheva , an IT specialist with over nine years of experience...

Generative AI ( GenAI ) is transforming the way we work , f rom boosting productivity to automating tasks, reshaping collaboration , and enhancing decision-making . But finding the right balance between human intelligence and AI capabilities remains an ongoing challenge, alongsi de governance and integration.   In this episode of TechTalk , Xavier Lisoir , Managing Director in Digital Transformati...

Tired of digital document chaos? As the digital era reshapes the way we work, m odern workplace solutions can simplify document management and collaboration, saving time and boosting productivity.   In the first episode of our new season , we discuss with Quentin Lallement, Senior Manager in the Modern Workplace & Microsoft team at PwC Luxembourg,  and Billy Glodt, Deputy Head of the Business Unit...

In January 2024, the Luxembourg government introduced a new investment tax credit to accelerate digital, ecological, and energy transformations for businesses. This initiative goes beyond a financial incentive; it's a strategic move to drive digital transformation across industries.   In this special episode of TechTalk ,  Julie Martin, Senior Manager in Digital Transformation and User Experience...

In this episode of TechTalk , we explore citizen experience from two perspectives. Marion Massot, Senior UX Designer at PwC Luxembourg's Experience Center, explains what citizen experience entails and why it's essential for Luxembourg's future. Meanwhile, Björn Rohles , Training Manager in User Experience at the Digital Learning Hub Luxembourg, reveals how UX training and a human-centred approach...

Tired of filling out endless online forms or submitting the same documents across different public entities? Well, whether  you're starting a business, moving, registering a vehicle, studying, or working abroad, these processes could be much simpler thanks to the Once-Only Principle.   In this episode of TechTalk , we dive into this topic with Jacques-Félix Wirtz , Director in Government and Publi...

In the first episode of our new TechTalk season, which focuses on the public sector, we discuss how generative AI ( GenAI ) is being applied in Luxembourg, its current and future uses, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and what this means for the workforce of tomorrow.    Our guests are Inès Baer, Head of Data, Statistics, and Labour Market Studies at ADEM, Luxembourg's National Employment A...

In this special episode of TechTalk , we speak with Bernard de Villepin, Manager in the Data Strategy & Data Management team at PwC Luxembourg, about the critical role of data in modern organisations. We discuss the challenges of achieving a data-driven environment, emphasising the need for clean, high-quality data, strong data governance, and effective data management.     Bernard also shares ins...

Accurate and timely payroll processes, along with flawless payroll management, are crucial for a positive payroll experience. This, in turn, enhances employee trust in the business, job satisfaction, and engagement. In this episode of TechTalk's HR Tech season, we delve into the challenges payroll professionals are facing and how technology can help them with our guests Jo Kippers, Director at EPI...

Human Resources (HR) Analytics empowers organisations to make data-driven decisions that can greatly improve their HR functions, from recruitment and retention to employee engagement and performance. In this episode of TechTalk, we delve into HR Analytics with our guests George Giannoulis, European Expert in HR IT Systems and HR Data Management at FANUC Europe, and Niklas Johansson, Manager in the...

In the first episode of TechTalk's Human Resources Technology season, we shine a light on employee engagement and how organisations are using technology to enhance it.   Our guests are Deborah Kuness, Principle Business Psychologist at Workday Peakon Employee Voice, and Emeline Barbenchon, Director in the People, Experience & Change department at PwC Luxembourg.

In this episode of TechTalk, we explore how organisations are gearing up for the Data Act and the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, which are part of the European Union's Digital Strategy and set clear guidelines for fair data access and ethical AI use across the Union.  More precisely, we discuss the operational shifts required, the potential hurdles in compliance, and the strategies to overcome...

To mark International Women's Day, we invited two remarkable women who, as members of Girls in Tech Luxembourg, are helping other women to shape their voice in the typically male-dominated tech field: Vasiliki Moschou, IT Business Analyst at Arcelor Mittal & Co-Managing Director of Girls in Tech Luxembourg, and Yoliana Bayona, Director in Technology Advisory at PwC Luxembourg and Business Developm...

In this episode of TechTalk, the first of our Technology & Regulation season, we talk about how organisations, particularly service providers such as Microsoft, are preparing for the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), the challenges that come with enhancing digital resilience as well as client expectations and needs. Tom Deprins, Director in Global Financial Services Compliance at Microsof...

In this episode of TechTalk, we explore how Enterprise Architecture ensures technology investments align with business goals, creating a cohesive and agile structure for growth and innovation. Our guests are Ravi Jhawar, Director in Enterprise Architecture and Vincent Gauché, Managing Director in Emerging Technology, from PwC Luxembourg.

2023, what a year it has been for technology! In this episode, Carla and Christopher, your co-hosts, talk about what shook the tech world in 2023, from Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter to the transformative impact of AI. They also shed light on the evolution of work trends, and share their views on the important people side of tech and what they are excited about in 2024.

What if you could create your own ChatGPT without coding? Thanks to low-code and no-code development platforms, this is possible. They enable people, who have little to no knowledge of coding or have no time for it, to create their own applications. And that's how the citizen developer is born.   Together with Davy De Roeck, a Senior Technical Specialist in Business Applications and Low-Code at Mi...

In the first episode of TechTalk's season on Tech Trends for 2024, we dive into the evolution of the IT organisation's role, operating models and positioning towards the business, and the factors driving this transformation. Our guests Krzysztof Jaros-Kraszewski and Adam Tymofiejewicz, Technology Strategy Directors at PwC Luxembourg, share some best practices as well.

In this special episode of TechTalk, we deep dive into fighting financial crime, its challenges, the financial risks in fintech, and the red flags to be aware of regarding legal and compliance matters. To help us understand this complex matter, we welcome Pav Gill, a lawyer who is probably best known as the Wirecard's whistleblower, and Michael Weis, Forensics and Anti-Financial Crime Leader at Pw...

In the last episode of TechTalk's Data & AI season, we deep dive into the potential ethical concerns and risks associated with the use of AI, including generative AI, and how organisations can use these tools responsibly. We also discuss the European Union AI Act, the first EU regulatory framework for AI proposed by the European Commission in April 2021.    We are joined by Saharnaz Dilmaghani, Se...

In this episode of our ICT Spring Special season on Tech for Sustainability, we speak with Dave Coplin, Chief Envisioning Officer at The Envisioners, about what sustainability means to him, his views on how technology impacts the sustainable future of the world, what The Envisioners is doing to contribute to that future, and more.