Where are the tensions in the climate science community driving research and real-world policy impact? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with Professor Adam Sobel, Columbia University, about what the tropics and wet bulb temperature mean in the context of climate change; how to think about the trade-offs between the applied and theoretical sides of science; and why we need to rethink the social responsibility of climate scientists.

A Sustainable Future: Prof. Adam Sobel, Columbia University

What does it mean to be an innovator and early adopter in sustainable aviation? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with David Morgan, easyJet COO, about how aviation is undergoing its own energy transition; the factors driving easyJet’s decarbonisation ambitions; and why it’s vital that airlines like easyJet keep pushing the envelope on technological innovation.

David Morgan, easyJet COO, on Aviation’s Sustainability Revolution

How is the Loan Programs Office providing unprecedented amounts of capital for clean energy innovations? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with Jigar Shah, US Department of Energy Loan Programs Office Director, his $215 billion mandate in commercialising clean energy innovations, how these technologies align with US energy security goals and climate commitments, and what the multiplier effect of LPO financing could mean for private sector investment.

Jigar Shah, DOE Loan Programs Office Director, as the US Department of Energy’s $215 billion Man

What’s the role of an influencer in the effort to address climate change? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with Assaad Razzouk, CEO of Gurīn Energy, about what’s at stake in the fight for climate action, how to think about the energy transition in the context of this year’s global electoral cycle, and, of course, why we need more angry clean energy people.

Assaad Razzouk, Gurīn Energy CEO, on Why the World Needs Angry Clean Energy People

In this episode, Prof. Venkat Venkatraman delves into the concept of "Fusion Strategy," exploring how real-time data and AI are set to revolutionize the industrial landscape. He discusses how companies can harness the power of these technologies to create a dynamic, forward-thinking strategy that blends physical and digital strengths, driving innovation and growth in the industrial sector.

In "Fusion Strategy: How Real-Time Data and AI Will Power the Industrial Future," Prof. Venkat Venkatraman & Prof. Vijay Govindrajan introduces the transformative concept of "Fusion Strategy," which merges physical product expertise with digital capabilities like AI and real-time data analytics. They highlight how leveraging real-time data can drive operational efficiency and decision-making, while AI serves as a crucial enabler for innovation, from predictive maintenance to supply chain optimization. The book emphasizes the creation of new value propositions through the integration of physical and digital strengths, and discusses the strategic adaptation required for thriving in the era of Industry 4.0. It also explores the impact of AI on employment, stressing the need for upskilling and reskilling, and advocates for building collaborative ecosystems to drive shared success. 

Addressing cultural resistance to change, Prof. Venkatraman & Prof. Govindarajan offers strategies for fostering a mindset of innovation and adaptability and provides case studies of companies that have effectively implemented fusion strategies, offering practical insights and actionable takeaways for navigating the evolving industrial landscape.

About the Guest:

Prof. Venkat Venkatraman is a distinguished researcher in the field of digital transformation, focusing on how established companies adapt to digital technologies. His work initially addressed transformations in asset-light sectors such as software and media, and now extends to asset-heavy, information-rich industries like automotive, logistics, healthcare, and agriculture. Prof. Venkatraman is expanding the insights from his 2016 book, 'The Digital Matrix: New Rules for Business Transformation' through Technology, into a new book dedicated to these asset-heavy sectors. He holds a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business (1985), an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (1979), and a BTech from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (1976). He is a distinguished alumnus of IIM Calcutta. 

Prof. Venkat Venkatraman's extensive body of work includes influential publications across various aspects of digital strategy and technology. He is acknowledged as a pioneering scholar in digital strategy starting with his work at MIT Sloan School, his paper on strategic alignment published in IBM Systems Journal as well as academic and practitioner articles in prestigious journals such as Management Science, Information Systems Research, Strategic Management Journal, Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review and California Management Review.  He has over 60,000 citations according to Google Scholar and Stanford University has placed him among the 2% of all cited scholars.

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B. Prof. Venkat Venkatraman has granted permission to share insights from his latest book “Fusion Strategy: How Real-Time Data and AI Will Power the Industrial Future” co-authored with Prof. Vijay Govindarajan on Business Talk Podcast Channel.

Prof. Venkat Venkatraman delves into the insights from his book, Fusion Strategy

Can human capital drive portfolio returns? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with Professor Dan Ariely, Duke University, about what a human capital factor looks like; how incentives and the basic idea of “feeling valued “are fundamental drivers behind employee motivation; and why human capital can represent an overlooked source of alpha.

Professor Dan Ariely, Duke University, on Investing in Human Capital

Is ESG a “hopeless muddle”? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, about free markets and free minds; climate and ESG disclosures; the implications of Loper Bright on the Chevron Doctrine and agency authority; and the merits of financial innovation in crypto versus ESG.

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on Green Regs and Spam

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