The CPOstrategy Podcast

Welcome to part two of The Digital Insight’s discussion with Pat Lynes, Founder and CEO of Sullivan & Stanley.  In this episode, Lynes explores the concept of operational buy-in and engagement through digital transformation and he also tells us how Sullivan & Stanley works with organisations to deliver strategic change teams on demand.

The Digital Insight welcomes Pat Lynes, Founder and CEO of Sullivan & Stanley.  In part one of a two-part discussion, we explore how digital transformation has forced companies to rethink their operating models particularly when it comes to the skill sets and capabilities required. 

With the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus dominating the global news, what impact will this have on global supply chains? Alejandro Alvarez, Partner: Operations Performance at Ayming, joins the Digital Insight as we discuss, with China’s role so crucial in the global supply chain, how businesses may soon be affected more than people realise. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight...

The Digital Insight welcomes back Michael Cadiuex, procurement fanatic and founder of Procurement Foundry, as he discusses the role of the professional as the procurement function continues to evolve. It's time for the professional to truly get to know the business around them. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

The latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Michael Cadieux, a procurement industry fanatic obsessed with making procurement cool, and the founder of Procurement Foundry, to pick apart exactly why procurement needs to be made cool and how Michael plans to achieve that.  Michael also details why the Procurement Foundry is the world's premier sourcing industry community. Don't miss...

In this episode of The Digital Insight, we travelled to London to speak with John Adams, Group CPO of Barratt Development, as he explores how the company’s competitive edge comes from a supply chain that is well equipped and capable of catering to the demands of today, and of tomorrow.  Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

The latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Ranjit Rajan, a thought leader on the impact of digital transformation on economies, business, and the technology industry, with a specialization in the emerging markets of the Middle East and Africa. In this episode, we explore the digital transformation and innovation curve of the UAE, the challenges and overall progress of the UAE Vision 2021,...

The Digital Insight welcomes a man who has been described as many things: a global insuretech leader; an inspiration; a mentor, and even the ‘WD-40’ of insurance.  Today, we welcome him as Rob Galbraith, an industry leader in fintech, a popular keynote speaker and the author of Amazon bestseller, The End Of Insurance As We Know It.  Robert explores the current insuretech landscape and how, despite...

In the latest episode of The Digital Insight we speak to Dan Jelfs, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Mobica. Dan believes that, as a result of increased connectivity between everyone and everything, we are on the cusp of a digital revolution. Dan also explores how this has made technology more pervasive and a key driver of strategic change to businesses and their business models.

The latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Jon Vass, the Global Industry Lead at Tradeshift, to discuss procurement technology and the shift in perspectives within procurement and supply chains towards technology, and how it has changed the way in which organizations connect and engage with suppliers. We also explore Jon's role as a panelist at Asia Pacific Procurement Congress 2019,...

Daimler Trucks North America's CIO, Lutz Beck, speaks to the Digital Insight to coincide with its feature in the Winter Edition of Interface Magazine. Lutz talks about technology, noting that digital transformation is actually a "culture shift." Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

In this week's episode, we speak to BT's John Vickery, Principal Technology Partner for Enterprise, to discuss innovation and digital transformation. John talks about how BT is going 'beyond limits' to deliver digital transformation, with 5G a key aspect. "BT is going beyond connectivity, beyond limits, to deliver digital transformation to our customers and 5G is just one...

The Digital Insight, welcomes Frank Vorrath, Executive Partner of Supply Chain at Gartner back for part five of a six-part supply chain masterclass.  In this episode, Frank explores the business of supply chain outlook for 2020 as he details his 10 predictions for the year ahead. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

The Digital Insight welcomes Martin Lee, Chief Procurement Officer at KPMG. In this exclusive episode, Martin explores how a digital transformation of procurement, centered around spend control, brings greater value for KPMG. Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

The Digital Insight welcomes Paul J. Bailo, who is widely recognised in the industry as a leading digital strategy expert.  Paul calls himself the "Chief Digital Officer of Chief Digital Officers" and prides himself on being the "voice of reason" for Fortune 500 companies. In this episode, Paul discusses the definition of "digital" and the secrets to undertaking a suc...

The Digital Insight welcomes Marc Imowitz, Senior Vice President of Procurement at TricorBraun, to explore the idea of transformation of both the role of procurement and that of the procurement professional. Imowitz also speaks to the need to communicate and champion the people in any procurement transformation, stressing the importance of taking time to stop and smell the roses along the way. Don...

The latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes back Mike Dargan, Group CIO of UBS, the world’s largest wealth manager. This is the second in a series of interviews with Mike about how UBS is shifting its digital strategy and transforming itself into a truly digital bank. This episode focuses on agile transformation, engineering culture and how this is changing the way UBS is delivering technol...

The latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes CJ Das, CIO of SimpleTire.  With over 20 years of experience from being a software manager to becoming a chief digital officer and in his current role as CIO, CJ looks to answer a simple question, what is digital transformation? 

The latest episode of The Digital Insight welcomes Lisa Moyle, Director of Strategy at VC Innovations.  Lisa discusses the disruptive market that is financial services, and she explores what it means to seek out and embrace innovation - whether you're an incumbent or a startup.  Lisa also discusses how VC Innovations works to enable businesses to demonstrate thought leadership and expertise,...

In the latest episode of The Digital Insight, George Booth, Chief Procurement Officer at Lloyds Banking Group explores risk assurance and whether it's become a top priority for the CPO of today.  George also talks about how big data, AI, and blockchain are redefining the sourcing function and in turn, redefining the role of the procurement professional. We also discuss how, in the digital age...

The latest episode of the Digital Insight welcomes Jim Marous, internationally recognised financial industry strategist, and the publisher of the Digital Banking Report and Sonia Wedrychowicz, an experienced technology transformation professional, having worked in the business management and corporate consumer banking across Europe, North America, and Asia for over 25 years.  Jim and Sonia discuss...

Jay Weintraub, Founder and CEO of InsureTech Connect, joins The Digital Insight as he explores the digital transformation of insurance and how InsureTech Connect has become the largest, most focused and relevant gathering of insurance industry executives, entrepreneurs and investors in the world.

The Digital Insight speaks exclusively to Sainsbury's Group CIO, Phil Jordan, who is helping to head up its new tech division that delivers integrated solutions across all Sainsbury's brands and channels. You can read the full interview with Phil and his team in September's issue of Interface Magazine! Don't miss out - subscribe to The Digital Insight today!

Bo Dungal, a Disruptional Evangelist of Group Procurement at Danske Bank, explores the concept of procurement innovation and how he works with Danske Bank to identify and develop ways to bring value way beyond the traditional role of procurement.  In particular, Bo explores vendor and partner enabled innovation and how it is key to achieving success in procurement. 

In this very special episode, John Rossman, Managing Partner at Rossman Partners explores the concept of digital transformation as well as his book - ‘Think Like Amazon’. With companies constantly referring to the Amazon Effect, he calls upon his time at Amazon to layout 50 and a half ideas that businesses and organisations should consider as they look to transform their operations, embrace innova...