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Hanish continues his conversation with Julia Silva and Sharon Harris, discussing what it means to bring your "authentic self" to work, the importance of having sponsors—not just mentors—and the value in bringing diverse perspectives to the table.

While many business leaders recognize the importance of having a diverse and inclusive culture, they don't always know how to achieve it. What steps can the tech industry take to implement a positive change?

What does it mean to be a fast-growing tech company in 2019? And how do companies weather the tremendous growth in revenue and productivity? Hear from the #1 fastest-growing tech company in North America.

Consumers today have more digital media options than ever before. But many say they have to work too hard—and pay too much—to piece together their entertainment experience. Will the costs start to outweigh the benefits?

Get a sneak peek at what's in store for the remainder of season 3.

As we continue our "mini-series" on Brexit, we're recapping everything that's happened since we recorded part one and discussing what we can expect to see in the coming weeks as companies prepare for the planned exit date of March 29.

How can 3D printing shape the future of manufacturing? We're diving into the technology's potential to transform the $12 trillion manufacturing industry and what tech, media, and telecom companies should consider before exploring additive manufacturing. In this 3D printing podcast, Michelle Bockman, Global head of 3D printing, commercial development and expansion, and Vinod Devan sat down with Han...

Fan engagement is key to driving fans to stadiums and convincing them to spend billions annually on their favorite teams. But engaging virtual fans is an entirely different ballgame. What can sports organizations do to better engage fans—no matter where they watch?  Amy Choyne, CMO of the US Tennis Association, and Pete Giorgio, Deloitte's US Sports practice leader, joined us at CES 2019 to discus...

From the Internet of Things to 5G, new technologies continue to hit the market that will power the future of connectivity. And what better place to dive into these trends than at CES 2019?  Hanish Patel sat down with Deloitte leaders Kevin Westcott and Mic Locker to learn more about the technologies being showcased and advancements in connectivity we're likely to see in 2019.

Analytics, cloud, and other digital technologies are nothing new. But how might startups use these existing capabilities to drive innovation in 2019? We headed to Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to get a glimpse of some of these potential disruptors.

The UK is scheduled to leave the EU in just a few short months. And there are still a lot of unanswered questions. From supply chain to talent, which changes from Brexit could have the biggest impact on the TMT industry?

More than $1 trillion is up for grabs this holiday shopping season. But there isn't just one factor that influences where consumers will spend the most. How can retailers better use technology to understand shoppers' preferences?  In this episode, Rod Sides and Kevin Westcott join us to discuss the findings from Deloitte's 2018 holiday retail survey, technology's role in shopping, trends in mobile...

Get a sneak peek of our next episode, coming out later this month.

Blockchain interest has been steadily growing across industries as organizations explore its potential value through experimental use cases and proofs-of-concept. Many are now looking at fully deployed production solutions. Where are TMT companies in their blockchain adoption journey? In this episode, host Hanish Patel, Nakul Lele, a leader in Deloitte's blockchain consulting practice, and Eric Pi...

Data security could be the difference between survival and failure for most companies. As customer data becomes a critical resource for organizations, how should TMT companies shape their strategies to protect this information, stay competitive, and keep consumers happy? In this episode, David Cutbill and Mark Casey share their perspectives on data privacy concerns and what media companies can do...

eSports are drawing huge audiences. And now companies across media and entertainment are betting big on this growing industry. What can they do to attract even more players? In this episode, Doug Van Dyke and Domenic Vermillion explore the history of eSports, how franchising trends in traditional sports could translate to gaming, and global advertising opportunities for media companies.

The 2017 Tax Act was one of the most transformative changes to the corporate US tax code in decades. And many of its benefits are clear. But it also brings a lot of new challenges to US companies. How will the technology, media, and telecom sectors be impacted? In this episode, Brian Pinto, Janet Moran, and Jim Nason share their perspectives on the 2017 Tax Act; how it could impact the tech, media...

We live in an era of choices. And TV is no exception. Not only do consumers have endless options when it comes to what they watch, they can also decide where and how they watch it. Which has a lot of consumers questioning why they're paying for cable and satellite TV subscriptions. So what does the future hold in store for pay TV? In this episode, Kevin Westcott and Jeff Loucks weigh in on this sh...

Tech, media and telecom (TMT) trends are always evolving—and so are we. Now in its second season, User Friendly is taking an exciting new turn with our new host, Hanish Patel, a TMT veteran who brings more than two decades of experience—as a client in industry, consultant on digital strategy, and dynamic, in-demand speaker. Tune in to learn more about Hanish, "Digital transformation guy for media...

After years of enjoying easy one-click-shopping and personalized service from the tech giants, it's no surprise that consumers expect similar treatment from government entities through technology. But is that a realistic request? We asked Steve Hurst , managing director in Deloitte Consulting LLP's US Public Sector practice. He leads Deloitte's Digital Government market offering and is responsible...

Ready or not, 5G is coming for you and it's positioned to be the most radical technology upgrade yet. 5G will make our lives even more connected and allow users to access greater digital data. So far we have an idea what the future of connectivity could like from a consumer and use case perspective. But what should the industry players—the people who help enable our connectivity—expect both in the...

In 2017, the tech, media and telecom (TMT) industry recorded an all-time high of 3,389 M&A transactions globally, worth a total of nearly $500 billion. While these transactions can yield big dividends−accelerating product roadmaps, gaining access to new technologies and markets, and fending off competitors−many are doomed from the start. In this episode of User Friendly, Marco Sguazzin and Joost K...

Is pay as you go the way to go? One of the most profound business model developments in the technology, media and telecommunications industry is the shift away from outright purchase or licensing to an "as-a-service" model. Learn more about flexible consumption in our latest podcast. In this episode, Mark Litwin and Faruk Muratovic explain how to determine if a flexible consumption model is a fit...

Consumer smartphone habits and telecom trends are in high demand as the world becomes more connected. With 5G on the horizon, and many Internet of Things (IoT) applications in development, the mobile world isn't just a hot topic, it's everyone's topic. Now in its seventh year, Deloitte's Global Mobile Consumer Survey explores consumer attitudes around mobile technology. The report offers insights...