The Praxi Pod

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner engages with data experts Brian Price and Tony Cassin-Scott to explore the evolving landscape of data and AI. They discuss the importance of focusing on business outcomes rather than just technology, the challenges of data governance, and the need for organisations to understand the value of their data. The conversation highlights the risks asso...

In this conversation, CEO Andrew Ahn discusses the intricacies of AI and data classification, emphasising the importance of data quality, curation, and the challenges posed by dark and gray data. He highlights the risks of neglecting dark data and the benefits of automating data classification processes. The discussion also covers real-world applications and the significance of domain knowledge in...

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, Andrew Turner interviews Roberto Maranca about his new book, 'Data Excellence.' They discuss the importance of data governance, the cultural aspects of data management, and the role of data in organisational transformation. Maranca emphasises the need for clarity in data definitions, the significance of treating data as a product, and the human element in AI. The...

In this episode of Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner speaks with Ole Olesen-Bahneux about his journey in the data space, his first book on data catalogs, and his new book on metadata management. They discuss the importance of user adoption, the concept of the MetaGrid, and how Ole's background in library science informs his approach to data management. The conversation highlights the challenges organi...

In this episode of The Praxi Pod, Andrew Turner speaks with Jessica Talisman about the evolving landscape of knowledge management and the role of AI. They discuss the importance of semantic engineering, the challenges organisations face in managing data, and the need for effective knowledge infrastructures. Jessica shares insights on the ontology pipeline and the significance of context in knowled...

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, Andrew Turner and Andrew Ahn discuss the recent $15 billion investment by Meta in Scale AI, exploring its implications for the AI market. They delve into the importance of data quality over model size, the challenges of reinforcement learning, and the advantages of expert-driven data curation. The conversation also highlights compliance as a competitive advantage...

In this conversation, Andrew Turner and Ali Khan discuss the evolving role of Chief Data Officers (CDOs) in the context of AI and data management. They explore the recognition of CDOs, the challenges they face, and the importance of data in decision-making. Ali shares insights on the transformation of data roles, the balance between transformation and line management, and the growing trust in AI f...

In this episode of Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner speaks with Ako Sabir about his extensive career in business transformation, focusing on the role of data and technology, particularly in the insurance sector. They discuss the unique challenges and opportunities within insurance, the critical importance of data in risk assessment, and the impact of AI on underwriting and claims processes. The conve...

In this conversation, Andrew Turner hosts Vrashank Jain and Gaurav Chawla from Dell Technologies to discuss the evolution of AI solutions, particularly focusing on the AI Factory 2.0. They explore how Dell is bridging the gap between AI and data, the importance of decentralised data processing at the edge, and the rise of generative AI. The discussion also highlights Dell's internal transformation...

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, Andrew Turner spends time with Angus Gow, exploring his extensive background in AI, data integrity, and the evolving landscape of technology. Angus shares insights from his career, emphasising the importance of data quality in AI applications and the integration of AI in logistics. The conversation delves into the current state of AI, its rapid growth, and the cre...

Welcome to the Praxi Insurance Data Roast with our expert panel of Alasdair Anderson, Edosa Odaro, Andrew Ahn and hosted by Andrew Turner. The conversation evolves around humorous anecdotes and insights from the insurance industry, focusing on data mishaps, algorithmic failures, and the challenges of legacy systems. The panelists share their experiences in a light-hearted roast format, discussing...

The Love Your Data event, hosted by Andrew Turner, features a panel of data experts discussing the future of data and AI. The event included an interactive Kahoot quiz to engage the audience and insights from panelists about the transformative impact of generative AI in business. The conversation delves into the integration of AI into management practices, emphasising the importance of data qualit...

We recorded a series of episodes with our Praxi Advisory Board and Andrew Ahn, our Founder & CEO to discuss what were their main takeaways from 2024, what they see as the learnings and what's happening in 2025. Enjoy this episode with Andrew Ahn recorded in early January 2025. In this episode of the Praxi - The Gift of Insight Series, Andrew Turner speaks with Andrew Ahn about the significant...

We recorded a series of episodes with our Praxi Advisory Board and Andrew Ahn, our Founder & CEO to discuss what were their main takeaways from 2024, what they see as the learnings and what's happening in 2025. Enjoy this episode with Morgane Calenca recorded in early January 2025. In this conversation, Andrew Turner and Morgane Calenca discuss the evolving landscape of data management and AI...

We recorded a series of episodes with our Praxi Advisory Board and Andrew Ahn, our Founder & CEO to discuss what were their main takeaways from 2024, what they see as the learnings and what's happening in 2025. Enjoy this episode with Edosa Odaro recorded in late December 2024. In this episode of the Praxi - Gift of Insight Series, host Andrew Turner engages with Edosa Odaro to discuss the sig...

We recorded a series of episodes with our Praxi Advisory Board and Andrew Ahn, our Founder & CEO to discuss what were their main takeaways from 2024, what they see as the learnings and what's happening in 2025. Enjoy this episode with Alasdair Anderson recorded in late December 2024. In this episode of Praxi - The Gift of Insight Series, host Andrew Turner engages with Alasdair Anderson to dis...

We recorded a series of episodes with our Praxi Advisory Board and Andrew Ahn, our Founder & CEO to discuss what were their main takeaways from 2024, what they see as the learnings and what's happening in 2025. Enjoy this episode with Roberto Maranca recorded in late December 2024. In this episode of the Praxi - The Gift of Insight series, Andrew Turner and Roberto Maranca discuss the signific...

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner speaks with Patrick Dubois about the evolving landscape of AI and technology. They discuss the hype surrounding generative AI, the importance of understanding its practical applications, and the need for organizations to adapt to new technologies. Patrick shares his journey through various roles in tech, emphasizing the significance of continuou...

In this episode of the Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner speaks with Stephen Harris, a seasoned expert in data management and AI. They discuss Stephen's extensive background in the data space, the importance of data management for AI readiness, and the impact of regulatory compliance on data practices. Stephen emphasizes the need for organizations to validate their AI outputs, understand data ownershi...

In this new episode of The Praxi Pod, Andrew Turner spends a very enjoyable time with Tiankai Feng talking about data governance and AI governance. Tiankai shares his approach to making data more approachable and fun, using his musical talents to create songs and parodies about data. They discuss the resurgence of data governance, driven by innovation and regulations. They also explore the challen...

In this episode of The Praxi Pod, Andrew and Dan discuss the future of work and the impact of AI and technology. They explore the gap in understanding about what jobs will look like in the future and the role of humans versus non-humans. They also discuss the resistance to change and the fear of losing control in organizations. Dan emphasizes the importance of embracing hybrid work and creating a...

In this episode, Andrew Turner interviews Alasdair Anderson about the current state of the data space and the challenges and opportunities it presents. They discuss the explosive growth of data, the importance of data integrity and foundation, and the impact of data on different industries. They also delve into the challenges of access and quality in data, the role of artificial intelligence, and...

Summary In this conversation, Andrew and Edosa discuss the challenges and opportunities in the data world. They emphasize the importance of aligning data strategies with organizational goals and asking the right questions to ensure value creation. They also highlight the need to consider the human dimension and the impact on the workforce. The conversation explores the rapid pace of change and the...

In this conversation, Roberto Maranca discusses the role of data in business and the challenges of implementing data initiatives. He emphasises the importance of agile data modelling and the need for a digital twin and enterprise intelligence. Roberto also highlights the challenges of sustainability and data centres. He explores the hype cycles surrounding AI and GenAI and the role of a Chief Data...

In this episode, our Host Andrew Turner interviews Andrew Ahn, founder and CEO of Praxi Data, about the importance of data and the challenges in the data industry. They discuss the hype cycle of data technologies and the need for good quality data. Andrew Ahn introduces the concept of generative AI and its role in solving data problems. He also provides practical advice for businesses in 2024. The...