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CIO Akira Bell is facilitating more equitable societal outcomes by delivering critical data and insights to the federal agencies the research and analytics consultancy serves. Credit: Akira Bell / Mathematica Mathematica’s Akira Bell is a CIO with a mission. One of three finalists for the prestigious 2024 MIT CIO Leadership Award, Bell led the development of a proprietary data and analytics platform on AWS that enables the company to serve critical data to Medicare and other state and federal agencies as well as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Formerly known as Mathematica Policy Research, the Princeton, N.J.-based research firm is proud of its mission to deliver accurate data to ensure goods and services are distributed with equity and precision in a socially just manner. It is one of the few midsize companies with Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization, the government’s highest security certification for cloud operators and required for work with federal agencies. “Akira exemplifies the traits we want to see in a strong IT leader,” says George Westerman, senior lecturer at MIT Sloan School of Management, founder of the Global Opportunity Initiative, and a judge for this year’s MIT CIO Award. “She and her […]

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Dashveenjit is an experienced tech and business journalist with a determination to find and produce stories for online and print daily. She is also an experienced parliament reporter with occasional pursuits in the lifestyle and art industries. Arjo van Oosten, Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation at Mendix, a Siemens business, discusses the low-code revolution and Mendix’s role in enterprise digital transformation . In the past businesses could afford to view digital transformation as a distant challenge, something they’d deal with only if they directly encountered it. But that’s no longer the case. Today, digital transformation is a driving force in the business landscape, continuously evolving and challenging companies. Arjo van Oosten, Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation at Mendix , said, “If you talk about change and the truth of transformation, you see that threats are coming to get you. They’re actively hunting for you if you don’t control it.” Arjo van Oosten, Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation at Mendix Mendix, a leading low-code platform provider, is helping organisations navigate these challenges. Its digital transformation approach is comprehensive and nuanced, recognising that actual change goes far beyond simply implementing new technologies. Mendix views digital transformation as an […]

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shakes hands with Young-Shub Kim, CEO of KT Corp The five-year deal sees Microsoft and KT develop customised versions of AI models including OpenAI’s GPT-4o and Microsoft’s small-scale Phi family to make them suitable for use in Korean culture and industries. Subscribe today for free The connectivity news and insights that matter – straight to your inbox “The partnership with Microsoft presents a pivotal opportunity, not only for technological collaboration but also for expanding Korea’s AI foundation and driving transformative innovation across industries and daily life,” said Young-Shub Kim, CEO of KT Corp. Findings from research firm Omdia suggest businesses in the Asia Pacific region are increasingly seeking AI models and services more aligned with local cultures and languages, rather than Western-centric offerings. Microsoft and KT will work together to customise models for use in KT’s internal and consumer-facing applications, making chatbots and other solutions more suitable for Korean customers. The deal will also see KT leverage Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Studio to develop custom AI agents to improve customer experiences. KT also plans to develop custom AI agents for use cases beyond consumers – including education, healthcare, and in-vehicle infotainment. “Leveraging this […]

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Digital inclusion and universal access, transitioning to a more digital economy among key areas of collaboration The partnership will also boost digital capacity building efforts Last updated: Mon 30 Sep 2024, 5:39 PM The United Nations Development Programme ( UNDP ) and UAE-based technology group e& signed a cooperation agreement on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly to leverage digital technologies for sustainable development in the Arab States region. What is the cooperation all about? The cooperation will focus on enhancing digital inclusion to bridge digital divides; promoting transition to a digital economy, focusing on enabling solutions for medium, small and micro enterprises (MSMEs); expanding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for climate resilience, and fostering robust public-private partnerships for digital cooperation — under the rubric of the Digital for Sustainable Development (D4SD) initiative, which UNDP is leading alongside key partners in the region. “The pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Arab States region requires urgent action at scale, which requires expanded and effective partnerships, especially with the business sector,” said Abdallah Al-Dardari, UN assistant secretary general and director of the Regional Bureau for Arab States in UNDP. “We value this new […]

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Fruition Consulting, a leading digital transformation and technology consultancy firm, has appointed Peter Cotton as chief customer officer. The hire marks a significant step in Fruition’s ongoing growth journey, aligning with the company’s bold ambition to expand its reach and deliver even greater value to its clients across the UK. Cotton brings over two decades of experience in project delivery and transforming organisational culture, including ten years delivering high performance solutions in the betting and gaming industry in the UK and Singapore. He was an integral part of the Infinity Works leadership team, spearheading operations to allow growth from 150 people in three locations to over 650 in six cities across the UK, and oversaw its integration into Accenture post acquisition. Founded in Leeds, Fruition Consulting has built a reputation for working closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions that drive digital innovation and success. Fruition takes a partnership approach, enabling clients’ teams rather than replacing them, helping businesses such as Sky Betting & Gaming, TransUnion, and PokerStars achieve their digital goals. The firm offers a range of services including strategic consultancy, bespoke software development, and IT infrastructure optimisation, with a network of over 200 associates across the UK. […]

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Share on: Air India, under Tata ownership, is undergoing a digital transformation, removing data silos and embracing AI. The airline aims to be a data-driven company with AI-infused operations. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Air India has created a data infrastructure without any data silos, providing it a huge competitive advantage, a senior official said on Monday and also emphasised that the airline will be an artificial intelligence-infused company. Loss-making Air India was acquired by the Tata Group from the government in January 2022 and since then, the airline group has embarked on a transformation path. The group airlines AIX Connect is getting merged with Air India Express while Vistara will be merged with Air India. Air India’s Chief Digital & Technology Officer Satya Ramaswamy on Monday said Vistara is a great company and it is bringing a lot to the table in the combined airline. "We have worked very closely with the Vistara technology team and about 140 systems were mapped… overall, the merger is going very well," he said. Vistara, a joint venture between Tatas and Singapore Airlines, is to merge with Air India in November. According to Ramaswamy, Vistara customers and employees are […]

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BT Plc’s New Headquarters As Company Readies Itself for Bidders Among the changes at BT Group is Tom Meakin, who joined the company in April as interim chief strategy and change officer, taking on the role permanently. Subscribe today for free The connectivity news and insights that matter – straight to your inbox The Strategy and Change (S&C) team, led by Meakin, integrates strategy work across all of BT Group and holds responsibility for driving the company’s large-scale digital transformation projects. The S&C team now also holds responsibility for BT Group’s product innovation and technology partnerships for it to “sit at the centre” of the company’s strategy. “These changes are important steps towards simplifying BT Group and accelerating our digital transformation,” said Allison Kirkby, chief executive of BT Group. “[Meakin] has been a hugely valued member of my team since he joined earlier this year, and I am thrilled that he’s joining us permanently.” Digital product development previously sat with BT Group’s Digital team, which now focuses exclusively on the company’s digital transformation. It will have to do so without Harmeen Mehta, who departs the company. The company said Mehta has opted to move on “to make the next […]

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The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2024 in Chicago in September was big, buzzing, and full to the brim with the latest manufacturing hardware and software – and a show floor full of attendees ready to open their wallets. With improvements in the manufacturing market, lower inflation, and a announcement by the Federal Reserve that they were cutting interest rates, the mood on the show floor was optimistic and booths saw a steady stream of potential buyers kicking the tires on the latest CAD and CAM software, 3D printing hardware, robotics, metrology, and machining equipment. According to event organizers, there were more than 1,600 exhibitors spread throughout McCormick Place and nearly 90,000 registrants. “IMTS 2024 exceeded expectations once again, despite some economic headwinds,” said Daniel Janka, president of Mazak and chairman of the board of directors of the Association of Manufacturing Technology (AMT), which operates the conference. “Manufacturers of all sizes, representing all vertical industries, came to Chicago looking for new technology and manufacturing solutions enabling greater productivity, automation, and profitability. IMTS 2024 did not disappoint. Artificial intelligence (AI) was an important topic with many of the software vendors and attendees. Taiwan’s International Trade Administration, for example, focused on […]

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The third category of the European Enterprise Promotion Awards (EEPA) 2024 celebrates entries that support the digital transition of enterprises. With the digital transition being a key policy objective of the European Union, digitalisation enables start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to develop, market, and use digital technologies, products, and services of any kind. From 442 entries across 29 countries, the following national winners of this category have progressed to the European level of the awards due to their key role in supporting the digital transition, with the overall winner to be unveiled at the SME Assembly in Budapest (18-20 November 2024). Austria: EdTech Austria (EDTA) EdTech Austria (EDTA) is a long-term initiative designed to establish a robust network supporting providers of digital educational technologies in Austria. EDTA brings together providers, educational institutions, researchers, and policymakers to foster collaboration and innovation in the educational technology space. With 150 EdTech members, five community projects, and three major summits, the initiative has leveraged digital technologies to transform and advance the digital transition in the educational sector, while boosting jobs and supporting innovative SMEs. Hungary: VOSZPort, the digital compass and dashboard for enterprises VOSZPort offers a single package for SMEs in […]

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Join our Whatsapp Channel For The Latest News Join Now By Semafor Africa Photos: YouTube Screenshots Africa will need $3.4 trillion in funding for infrastructure projects in order to support the continent’s digital transformation, according to the CEO of Africa’s largest bank by assets. Sim Tshabalala of Standard Bank, speaking at Semafor’s “The Next 3 Billion” event in New York on Tuesday, said “there’s no question” Africa has an infrastructure deficit that has to be dealt with before a digital transformation can take place. “It’s going to cost us a lot,” said Tshabalala. “Our corporate and investment bankers calculate that we will need roughly $3.4 trillion in the next while to put in place the energy, the logistics, the roads, the bridges, the fiber, the towers, and so forth.” The figure is based on Standard Bank’s internal research. Highlighting the significant solar and wind energy potential of African countries, Tshabalala said investments in renewable energy would also help accelerate the continent’s digital transformation. This, he said, could include the use of renewable energy to mine cryptocurrencies. Countries including Kenya and Ethiopia have been increasingly offering crypto mining firms access to their renewable energy resources including hydroelectric and geothermal power. […]

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