On this episode of the "Gen AI Breakthrough" podcast, Thomas Kellaway interviews Placid Jover, the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Teva Pharmaceuticals. They discuss Placid's leadership philosophy, which emphasizes leveraging data and analytics to unlock the potential of individuals and teams within an organization.

On this episode of the "Gen AI Breakthrough" podcast, hosts Matt Williams and Dan McCabe delve into the critical topic of successful deployments of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for organizations. They discuss the significance of ERP systems as a backbone for modern businesses and highlight the strategic steps necessary to overcome common misconceptions and challenges faced during implementation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of viewing ERP initiatives as transformational tools that can drive operational efficiencies and align with long-term business objectives

On this episode of the “Gen AI Breakthrough” podcast, host and The Hackett Group’s Global Payroll Advisory practice leader Tracee Bowles facilitates the discussion exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and global payroll. Joined by Dayforce’s chief AI officer David Lloyd and The Hackett Group’s senior vice president and head of the AI practice John Thompson, they highlight the transformative potential of generative AI in enhancing productivity, compliance, and managing cross-border complexities in payroll processes. Both guests share their insights on the evolving landscape of AI and its pivotal role in harnessing unstructured data and driving efficiencies in enterprise functions.

On this episode of the “Gen AI Breakthrough” podcast, Associate Principal, Nic Walden interviews Chief Procurement Officer, Alex Farrow of the Kindred Group to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the digital gambling industry. Alex shares insights into how the Kindred Group leverages AI to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making and automate processes within their operations. The conversation also highlights the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating AI in procurement and contract management.

On this episode of the “Gen AI Breakthrough" podcast, Kyle McNabb hosts a discussion on the importance of proof of concept (POC) in testing AI solutions, highlighting its role in feasibility assessment and resource efficiency. Guests Kyle Robichaud and Jay Ruffin emphasize key factors such as data quality, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational goals that influence the success of POCs. Additionally, it addresses the need for continuous education and effective communication to bridge the gap between executives and implementation teams.

On this episode of the "Gen AI Breakthrough Podcast", host Penny Weller speaks with Opella's Karan R Bhatia about the critical role of branding for Global Business Services (GBS) hubs in a world increasingly influenced by Gen AI. Tune in to get answers to strategic questions like – Why having a reputation as a GBS hub can be beneficial to a company? How can Gen AI be an enabler for companies in this quest? What is a good way to measure success or return on investment

In this episode of the "Gen AI Breakthrough Podcast", Kyle McNabb and Joe Nathan discuss how IT organizations are evolving to enable AI adoption across enterprises while transforming their own operating models. They explore the critical role IT plays in scaling AI responsibly, redefining governance, functions, and roles, and leveraging AI to enhance IT operations and development efficiency.

In this episode of "The Gen AI Breakthrough Podcast", Jessica Haley and Amanda Newfield discuss the major challenges facing HR in 2025, including rising workloads, resource constraints, and persistent leadership gaps. They explore how strategic prioritization, HR tech optimization, and generative AI adoption can alleviate pressures and unlock capacity, particularly in talent acquisition and learning & development.