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Evo Nordics #716 - From Curiosity To Capability - How Organisations Actually Adopt AI
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Today's episode is hosted by Louis Wright and they are joined on the podcast by Eli Schalkers, AI Product Owner at Vattenfall AB, Sofia Magnusson, Head of AI at Brightnest, Prerna, Senior Business Analyst at Ericsson Stockholm and Allen Smith, Head of Digital Experience at Volvo Group. The conversation explores how organisations move from initial curiosity to practical AI adoption, examining the processes, leadership approaches and cultural shifts that help businesses build lasting capability. The discussion looks at the realities of implementing artificial intelligence across different functions while balancing innovation, governance and measurable outcomes. The exchange highlights the importance of digital transformation, cross-functional collaboration and developing the skills required to support long-term success. Topics include AI strategy, change management, business value, customer experience and operational efficiency. The discussion also considers how organisations can scale artificial intelligence initiatives, encourage responsible innovation and create the foundations needed for sustainable growth in an increasingly technology-driven business environment.
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Evo Nordics #715 - The Secret To A Successful Transformation
49:58|Today's episode is hosted by Alvin Boampong and they are joined on the podcast by Vadym Novakovskyi, Tech Lead / DevOps at NE, Jussi Jaaskelainen, Chief Architect & Head Of Service Hub at Telia, Pushwinder Singh, Engineering Manager at Electrolux and Shubha Singh, Product Operations Manager at Electrolux. The conversation explores Evo Nordics and what drives successful transformation across engineering, architecture and product operations, focusing on how DevOps practices, scalable service design and cross-functional alignment enable organisations to deliver change effectively. It highlights how technical leadership and operating model design intersect to support modern digital platforms and resilient service delivery. The exchange highlights practical lessons from enterprise environments, including balancing innovation with operational stability and aligning teams around shared outcomes. It also reflects on how Evo Nordics discussions connect leadership, product thinking and engineering execution to build sustainable transformation strategies in fast-moving technology landscapes.
Evo Nordics #714 - Visionary Voices With Rita Du Plessis De Greneden
29:28|Today's episode is hosted by Georgia Benton and they are joined on the podcast by Rita Du Plessis De Grenadan, Chief Transformation Officer ANZ at Arrive. The conversation explores Evo Nordics and transformation leadership within complex organisations, focusing on how enterprise-wide change is designed and delivered across the ANZ region. It highlights how strategy, culture and execution align to support large-scale organisational transformation and evolving customer expectations. The exchange highlights approaches to driving sustainable change at Arrive, including how leaders navigate operating models, digital enablement and cross-functional collaboration. It also reflects on building resilience within teams and ensuring transformation initiatives remain aligned with long-term business outcomes while maintaining agility in fast-moving markets. It provides insight into how Evo Nordics conversations connect leadership practice with practical transformation delivery across industries.
Evo Nordics #713 - Visionary Voices With Elisabetta Bari
29:20|Today's episode is hosted by Georgia Benton and they are joined on the podcast by Elisabetta Bari, Head (VP) Product Strategy And Planning, Care at Electrolux. The conversation explores product strategy and planning within the home appliance sector, focusing on how global brands shape customer-centric innovation in care appliances. It highlights how strategic roadmaps are developed, balancing sustainability, user needs and evolving market expectations. The exchange highlights leadership approaches at Electrolux and how cross-functional collaboration supports long-term value creation. It also reflects on digital transformation, product lifecycle decisions and how organisations maintain competitiveness in a rapidly changing global market while advancing product strategy and planning priorities.
Evo Nordics #712 - Building High-Performing Teams
01:05:19|Today's episode is hosted by Georgia Benton and they are joined on the podcast by Mikael Bäckström, Chief People & Sustainability Officer at Tobii Dynavox, Georg Zetterberg, Senior Technology Lead at Scania, Massimiliano Conti, Global Head Of Quality Wellbeing & SDA at Electrolux and Andrea Söderberg, Product Operations Manager at Electrolux. The conversation explores high performing teams and the factors that contribute to strong collaboration, leadership and workplace culture across global organisations. The exchange highlights how communication, employee engagement and operational alignment support long-term organisational success. The discussion also looks at wider themes surrounding sustainability leadership, technology innovation and wellbeing within modern businesses. Areas including people management, team development and operational excellence are explored alongside the challenges of maintaining performance in fast-moving industries. The episode offers insight into how high performing teams continue driving innovation, resilience and sustainable growth across international organisations.
Evo Nordics #711 - Aligning Market Maturity With The Capability Of Cloud & AI
48:22|Today's episode is hosted by Alvin Boampong and they are joined on the podcast by Johan Lido, Chief Architect / Architect Manager at AFA Försäkring, Kristofer Alm, Strategic Sales Director at SoftServe and Emil Ceraceanu, Engineering Manager at Siemens Energy. The conversation explores how organisations can better align market maturity with the capability of cloud & AI while navigating changing business demands, operational complexity and evolving customer expectations. The exchange highlights the importance of scalable infrastructure, strategic planning and modern enterprise architecture in supporting long-term digital transformation initiatives. The discussion also examines how cloud & AI are influencing innovation across industries, from engineering and energy to insurance and technology services. Broader themes include leadership, cloud adoption strategies, automation, data-driven decision making and the role of collaboration in delivering resilient and future-ready technology environments.
Evo Nordics #710 - The Importance Of Culture & Collaboration In A Transformation
59:04|Today's episode is hosted by Alvin Boampong and they are joined on the podcast by Katerina Georgiadou, Engineering Manager at Länsförsäkringar, Prashant Sharma, Senior IT Architect at Vattenfall AB, Adeel Iqbal, Strategic Product & Technology Leader at Epiroc and Ayon Chakraborty, Manager at Scania Group. The conversation explores the importance of culture and collaboration in successful digital transformation initiatives across modern enterprises. The exchange highlights how leadership alignment, communication and cross-functional teamwork can influence innovation, operational efficiency and long-term organisational change. Throughout the discussion, the guests examine evolving approaches to technology strategy, engineering leadership and enterprise transformation within complex business environments. The episode also touches on agile ways of working, product development and how organisations can encourage stronger collaboration between technical and business teams to support sustainable digital transformation outcomes in competitive industries.
Evo Nordics #709 - Leading For Adaptability
42:53|Today's episode is hosted by Alvin Boampong and they are joined on the podcast by Carol Bigelow, Senior Engineering Manager Data Analytics & Management Services at Ericsson, Marcelo Varreira, Manufacturing Engineering Director at Electrolux and Fehintoluwa Dahunsi, Engineering Manager at Siemens Energy. The conversation explores leading for adaptability across engineering, manufacturing and technology-focused organisations. The exchange highlights how leadership strategies continue to evolve alongside digital transformation, operational change and growing demands for agile decision-making in modern businesses. The discussion also examines engineering leadership, workforce collaboration and innovation within global organisations. Broader themes include resilience, continuous improvement and the importance of adaptable thinking when navigating complex business environments. Listeners gain insight into how organisations approach transformation, support high-performing teams and respond to changing industry expectations through practical leadership approaches and strategic adaptability.
Evo Nordics #708 - The Importance Of An Adaptable Culture
49:44|Today's episode is hosted by Alvin Boampong and they are joined on the podcast by Francesco Giorgetti, Engineering Manager, DevOps And Processes - Appliance Platform Engineering at Electrolux UK, David Torssell, DevOps Lead / Product Owner at Länsförsäkringar and Salvatore Loreto, Senior Product & Portfolio Manager at Ericsson Stockholm. The conversation explores the importance of an adaptable culture within modern organisations, focusing on how businesses respond to technological change, evolving customer expectations and shifting operational demands. The exchange highlights the role of leadership, collaboration and agile thinking in supporting long-term organisational resilience. The discussion also examines DevOps practices, product management strategies and the value of continuous improvement across engineering and digital teams. Broader themes around innovation, workplace culture and business transformation are explored, offering insight into how an adaptable culture can strengthen communication, improve efficiency and support sustainable growth in rapidly changing industries.