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E137 - Bob van Luijt - Disrupting Giants: Building Open-Source Platforms & Communities

Don't be afraid of giants. At some point, they have to sleep. In this episode, we chat with Bob van Luijt, diving into his journey of facing challenges, conquering obstacles, and finding success. Let's get started on a conversation that's all about building open-source platforms, communities, and disrupting tech giants. Meet Bob van Luijt Bob’s Role as an AI Leader at Weaviate Bob van Luijt is the CEO and Co-founder of Weaviate. Weaviate is a cloud-native, real-time vector database that allows users to bring machine-learning models to scale. They believe that the next wave of software infrastructure is AI-first and that a strong open-source community is a basis for creating high-quality software. Bob’s Other Work in Technology and AI Currently, Bob is also a Chairman for the Creative Software Foundation, a nonprofit located in The Netherlands with a sole focus on open source and creative software. He has a great love for all things related to tech, machine learning, digital business, open-source, fashion, and music. Before founding Weaviate, Bob founded Kubrickology, a consultancy agency that uses emerging technologies to design and develop innovative solutions for everyday problems. Here, he worked with companies like ING Bank and Vodafone Ziggo. At the age of 15, Bob started freelance software engineering for a variety of e-commerce websites for SME companies in The Netherlands. Open-Source, Community, and Generative AI In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Bob shares: His experience studying music and how it's helped his current career Shifting from IoT to vector databases Why it was difficult for people to grasp the concept immediately The disruption theory Why big companies like Google aren't doing what startups do His current role as the CEO and co-founder of Weaviate Why he built Weaviate as open-source His perspective on copycats The secret to building an open-source community Use cases for Generative AI in the community Generative Feedback Loops If you are an aspiring developers or organisation leader aiming to embark on a similar path in the realm of open-source, this is the episode you do not want to miss.

E136 - Matt Watson - Outsourcing Software Developers Globally: Navigating the Generative AI Impact

Fun fact: Companies that outsource to the Philippines can cut labour costs by 70% Approximately 1,000,000 Filipinos work outsourced jobs, an industry that’s worth close to $27 million. Are you exploring global outsourcing? Matt Watson discusses this in our latest podcast episode, plus the ingenious ways software developers are harnessing the potential of Generative AI.  Meet Matt Watson Matt’s Role as a Software Leader at Full Scale Matt Watson is the Co-founder of Full Scale, an innovative technology services company located in the Philippines. At Full Scale, with a dedicated team of over 300 professionals, they assist businesses in assembling teams of skilled software engineers. Their mission revolves around simplifying the process of discovering and retaining highly seasoned software engineers, making it both swift and cost-effective. Matt’s Other Work in Technology and AI Over the past two decades, Matt has established himself as a serial entrepreneur, successfully founding 3 tech companies, including VinSolutions which was exited for $150M in 2011. His brainchild, Stackify, was acquired by Netreo in 2021, creating a powerful suite of tools designed to aid developers in monitoring and troubleshooting their applications. Currently, Matt is also the co-host of the Startup Hustle podcast - a top 100 podcast about entrepreneurship - as well as the founder of At Capacity. At Capacity is a smart ads platform for home services that turns search ads off when their customers have full schedules. Additionally, Matt is the EVP of Software Development at CAMP Digital. Outsourcing, Software Developers, and Generative AI In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Matt shares: His experience winning awards like Ingram's 40 Under 40 and Techweek 100 His current role as the Co-Founder of Full Scale Hiring software developers outside of the United States How his team is trying out Generative AI and coding co-pilots Whether he has concerns about his business being impacted by Generative AI like ChatGPT Communicating to his team the value they bring in a world with AI How AI and analytics are currently being used to monitor the performance of his software developers His advice for anyone seeking to outsource engineers globally The common challenges people face that cause them to switch from platforms like Upwork to Full Scale Navigating local labour laws and regulations If you are a software professional or leader looking to outsource and navigate the impact of Generative AI on your team, this is the episode you do not want to miss.

E135 - Christopher Durre - Facial Recognition & AI: Safeguarding Medication Safety in Healthcare

Muncie man found guilty of dealing a controlled substance resulting in death Woman charged with forging prescriptions to buy controlled drugs These are just two headlines regarding controlled drugs that have surfaced recently.  But there is hope!  And it comes in the form of AI analytics and facial recognition technology. Meet Christopher Durre Chris’s Role as a Technology Leader at StrongRoom AI Christopher Durre serves as the Chief Technology Officer at StrongRoom AI, a leading provider of AI-driven controlled drugs management solutions. StrongRoom specialises in leveraging AI analytics and Facial Recognition technology to enhance medication safety and reduce adverse drug events in Pharmacy, Hospital, and Aged Care Facility settings. Chris’s Other Work in Technology and AI Before assuming the role of CTO at StrongRoom AI, Chris held the position of Chief Innovation Officer for six years. During this time, he actively contributed to the growth and development of the company. Additionally, Chris was a participant in the Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP), a renowned university business accelerator ranked 8th globally. MAP aims to foster entrepreneurship in Australia and launch high-growth ventures on an international scale. Chris graduated from Swinburne University of Technology in 2019 as a Bachelor of Computer Science, Data Science. Throughout his academic journey, he was recognized with a Dean's Outstanding Achievement Scholarship. Chris also worked on the development of an AI-driven timetabling system. Concurrently, he gained valuable industry experience as an Undergraduate Engineer at the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group. Facial Recognition, Controlled Drugs, and AI In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Christopher shares: Developing an AI driven timetabling system while taking his bachelor’s degree How the experience with capstone projects stuck with him His advice to students doing projects of a similar nature Where the name StrongRoom comes from Convincing a privacy-heavy sector like healthcare to use facial recognition in the early years StrongRoom AI's role in managing controlled drugs Other ways StrongRoom's controlled drug management platform contributes to improving medication safety  AI's role in remote patient monitoring and the increasing use of telehealth Camera technology vs wearable devices in aged care The best way to convince patients that their privacy is protected A case study where the implementation of AI has made a significant impact in improving medication safety The main barriers that healthcare organisations might face when adopting AI and advanced technologies  His advice for healthcare organisations or professionals looking to incorporate AI and technology If you are a healthcare professional looking to incorporate AI and technology into your organisation, this is the episode you do not want to miss.

E134 - Neil Sahota - Driving Innovation: Unlocking the Secret to Thinking Differently in an AI World

You don't need to be Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos to be an innovator. They are not otherworldly and innovation is not exclusive to the richest in the world or the extraordinary few. All it takes is the ability to think differently.  And Neil Sahota holds the secret to do just that in this episode of The Analytics Show. Meet Neil Sahota Neil’s Role as an AI Leader at ACSILabs Neil Sahota is the Chief Executive Officer of ACSILabs. Starting as a group of university scientists trying to understand the role of cognition and the forces that affect business, ACSILabs’ mission is to improve human thinking while at the same time providing benefits to organisations through research. They find ways to help people adapt to an increasingly complex world. Most of their early work was funded by NASA and the National Science Foundation. Neil’s Other Work in Technology and AI Beyond his role at ACSILabs, Neil Sahota is a highly regarded professional speaker who has delivered engaging presentations at numerous enterprises and organisations since 2009. Furthermore, he holds the position of AI Advisor for the United Nations and played a pivotal role in co-founding the UN's AI for Good initiative, as well as co-creating the UN's Innovation Factory. Additionally, he is involved in lecturing and course design at the University of California, Irvine. Neil is a committee member and on the advisory board or board of directors across multiple organisations as well. This includes Otomo, Lingmo, LegalMation, MentorMint, Related & Co., SketchTogether, PayStudents, and more. Previously, Neil was the Chief Innovation Officer at the University of California, Irvine, the Emerging Tech Principal at TECHNOSSUS, and the World Wide Business Development Leader at IBM. Metaverse, Innovation, and AI In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Neil shares: How he won the President's Volunteer Service Award by the U.S. President in 2016 His current role as the Chief Executive Officer at ACSILabs What the Metaverse actually is and what it's being used for Digital twins, data analytics, and AI in the Metaverse Thinking differently in a world of innovation and AI Obstacles in innovations and turning ideas into reality Misconceptions around automation vs intelligence The ethical considerations regarding AI innovation Building AI governance Embracing the inevitable failures and setbacks in AI innovation Real-world examples or success stories where individuals or organisations have embraced innovation and leveraged AI to achieve remarkable outcomes His advice for those interested in incorporating AI into their ventures If you are an AI professional or a leader looking to incorporate AI and encourage innovation in your organisation, this is the episode you do not want to miss. 

E133 - Sutowo Wong - Empowering Business Decisions in Healthcare through Data Strategy: Lessons from Singapore

How is the rise of AI impacting the healthcare industry in Singapore? And how can a data strategy can help the Ministry of Health make better business decisions? These are just some of the questions Sutowo answers in this latest episode of The Analytics Show. In this episode, Sutowo will share his insights on empowering business decisions in healthcare through data strategies in Singapore. (Plus, please welcome our new co-host, Harry Chan, in his first-ever episode!) Meet Sutowo Wong Sutowo’s Role as an Advanced Analytics Leader at the Ministry of Health Sutowo Wong is the Director of Data Analytics at the Ministry of Health in Singapore. Singapore’s MOH is an innovative and people-centred organisation, committed to medical excellence, the promotion of good health, the reduction of illness, and access to good and affordable healthcare for all Singaporeans. Through MOH, the Singaporean government manages the public healthcare system by providing subsidised medical services while promoting individual responsibility for the costs of healthcare services. Sutowo’s Other Work in Advanced Analytics As the leader of health AI strategy at the Ministry of Health, Sutowo is responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge AI solutions to improve Singapore's healthcare system. He is also tasked with building the necessary ecosystem enablers, including AI governance, and data & IT platforms to support these efforts. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Sutowo has a proven track record of successfully implementing large and complex transformation programs. Prior to joining MOH, Sutowo held various analytics leadership roles across different industries, including Public Service, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, CPG, Retail, Telco, Banking, Insurance, Energy, Airlines, and Hospitality in Southeast Asia, Greater China, India, and Japan. In these roles, he gained extensive experience across various domains such as Customer, Fraud & Risk, HR, and Operations. Healthcare, Data Strategy, Business In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Sutowo shares: How Sutowo and Harry came to know each other If Sutowo is planning to attend in-person events anytime soon His experience travelling for work in Southeast Asia, Greater China, India, and Japan His role as the Director of Data Analytics at the Ministry of Health in Singapore What the healthcare system is like in Singapore Ways a data strategy can help the Ministry of Health make better business decisions Use cases of this Prices of treatment options and insurance  Ensuring the data strategy is aligned with their business goals and objectives Tactics or strategies to link large initiatives to data strategies His experience on how to develop a winning data strategy  Common pitfalls or challenges that companies face when developing a data strategy How the rise of AI is impacting the healthcare industry in Singapore Initiatives in the government sector surrounding AI, IT, and data His experience and advice when considering data privacy and security Using synthetic data for testing to protect data privacy A recent project that shows tangible benefits for Singapore's healthcare His advice for companies that are just starting to develop their data strategy His advice for new engineers to be more curious If you are a business leader interested in using data to make better decisions, this is the episode you do not want to miss.