Data-powered Innovation Jam

• Ventures in space

  In for a new venture? This episode of the Data-powered Innovation Jam has you covered. Our hosts Weiwei, Robert, and Ron welcome Brett Clark, Director, Global Business Development at blackshark.ai—a company with the modest mission of creating a digital twin of the entire planet using satellite data. It all started with Microsoft Flight Simulator, but that was only the beginning. Now, as part of Capgemini Ventures’ investment portfolio, blackshark.ai is making waves with its new no-code platform, allowing anyone to identify objects on the Earth’s surface with unprecedented ease and precision—no data science degree required. But wait—why stop at the Earth’s surface? Oceans, forests, or even Lego constructions? Four words: Bring your own Pixels. And that’s just scratching the surface. The conversation dives into synthetic data, minimized models, and the fascinating world of ‘geo-typical’ insights. Of course, it wouldn’t be a jam without music. Ever wondered how surf rock and rockabilly are making a comeback? Or where that unmistakable podcast tune comes from? Tune in and find out! Timestamps:08:12 – Introducing blackshark.ai 19:32 – blackshark.ai’s partnership with Capgemini Ventures 28:35 – Digital Twin, virtual twins, and the role of historic & synthetic data 37:09 – The landscape of (world) AI models & innovation 39:57 – Myth-busting with Weiwei Connect with our guest Brett Clark and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.

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• RightHere, RightNow

  It’s the ultimate new hit album for generative AI: intelligent automation, autonomous systems, and—of course—agents. But while ServiceNow has been a pioneering force in this space for a long time, it still seems to fly under the radar for many data and AI experts. Time to change that. Time to bridge the worlds of Planet Process and Planet Data! For this, our hosts Weiwei, Robert, and Ron couldn’t have wished for a better guest than Toby Isaacson. As a Senior Advisory Solution Architect at ServiceNow, Toby brings sharp insights into automation platforms, AI guardrails, supervised and unsupervised autonomous systems, data fabrics for central and decentral data and – naturally – agents. Who would have thought that IT ticketing would provide the ticket to ride for enterprise process automation? But that’s not all. Toby is also a stand-up comedian, and his sense of humour shines through in unexpected moments. And despite his British roots, he lays claim to some Viking heritage—fitting for an episode that turns into a true ‘ScandiDutch’ happening. Expect deep dives into world-class DJs from the Netherlands and Scandinavia, all balanced by a tribute to UK legend Fatboy Slim. Eat, Sleep, Automate, Repeat: this podcast episode has an irresistible beat! Timestamps:07:18 – Discover ServiceNow. 16:06 – Unpacking the NOW platform. 22:49 – AI agents, data accessibility, and guardrails. 30:05 – The biggest AI advantage in digital processes. 35:23 – Are industry-specific processes the next frontier? 38:34 – Myth-busting with Weiwei. Connect with our guest Toby Isaacson and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn 

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• Let’s swing to TechnoVision

  "It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing"—Duke Ellington’s immortal words composed almost a century ago resonate deeply in the latest episode of the Data-powered Innovation Jam. Hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng explore TechnoVision 2025, Capgemini’s annual technology trend analysis, where ‘The Pendulum Swing’ captures the rapidly oscillating, intwined worlds of technology, business, and society. For this special edition, they’re joined by an insider: Michiel Boreel, Global CTO of Sogeti and a key TechnoVision author, adding decades of experience to the mix. Together, they go through the essentials and break down the top trends—dominated by data and AI—before diving into the balancing acts that architects, strategists, and innovators must navigate. There’s a spotlight on augmentation by AI, as it explores the edges of value, trust and explainability versus what defines us as humans. And with swing as the theme, the musical discussions naturally find their rhythm. So, pluck that double bass, strum that guitar, and hit those drums—this episode is all jazzed up with insight, innovation, and improvisation. 🎧 Tune in now!                                                                                                     Timestamps:07:13 – Exploring TechnoVision 11:59 – The pendulum swing to data and AI. 19:26 – Finding equilibrium through Balance by Design 29:55 – The era of augmentation 37:29 – Navigating chaos: AI in the real world 38:12 – Be like water. Connect with our guest Michiel Boreel and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.

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• Cloud encounters of the third kind

  Cloud computing has long been a familiar fixture in the digital sky, but that doesn’t mean innovation has stopped soaring. In this episode, hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng discuss all things cloud with Carolin Eggers, Director, Data & AI, EMEA North, Google Cloud. The first kind of cloud? There’s nothing UFO about it. That’s well understood—flexible access to powerful infrastructure services. The second kind? Software as a service, is far from alien too. But how about the third kind: industry data clouds, enabling businesses to collaborate securely on data and AI models within trusted ecosystems? Of course, it’s 2025 after all, the evolution of AI agents in the cloud is discussed. Could a fourth kind of cloud be emerging? And what if the cloud isn’t just the next frontier—but the gateway to quantum computing for the masses? A fifth kind, perhaps? One thing is certain: the cloud is anything but static. Naturally, the conversation wouldn’t be complete without music. From the British hard rock band UFO to the Scorpions from Hannover Germany, and even a nod to a legendary 5-note musical language—somehow, it all makes perfect sense in the latest episode of the Data-powered Innovation Jam: Cloud encounters of the third kind.                                                                                                     Timestamps:11:15 – Discussion on Industry Cloud.16:56 – AI’s role in industry.22:24 – Quantum as the fifth kind of cloud?26:11 – Exploring Agent Space in Cloud.35:07 – The pendulum swing.40:20 – Myth-busting with Weiwei. Connect with our guest Carolin Eggers and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.

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• Quantum heart mother

  Is quantum computing an early ‘70s thing? Well, certainly if you compare it to the new, experimental music that was released then. To many, quantum computing feels like listening to an early Pink Floyd record for the very first time: alien, incomparable, confusing, but above all: intriguing. Quite different from the more mainstream band the Floyd later would become. With all this in mind, choosing a musical theme for this episode was an easy decision. Joining us is Dr. Marvin Erdmann, Quantum Computing Engineer at BMW, alongside co-hosts Dr. Robert Engels and Dr. Weiwei Feng. As host Ron Tolido aptly predicts at the outset, this discussion is set to be a true ‘PhDfest.’ And indeed, the quicksand of the deep workings of quantum doesn’t keep the hosts and their guest from discussing real-world applications, transformative possibilities in automotive and beyond, and how quantum computing might just revolutionize the field of AI.  If the concept of Q Day—when quantum computing changes the game entirely—feels a bit distant, think again. Frameworks like QUARK already allow industries to orchestrate benchmarks and explore quantum-powered solutions. Curious? Excited? Ready to dive in? Tune in to Quantum heart mother for a mind-expanding journey into the future of computation and innovation.                                                                                                     Timestamps:05:57 – Marvin delves into the basics of quantum computing.10:55 – Exploring the advantages of quantum computing and its applications.20:08 – Quantum benchmarking and its role within an ecosystem.26:22 – Quantum programming languages and addressing errors in quantum systems.35:34 – Myth-busting session with Weiwei. Connect with our guest Marvin Erdmann and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn 

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