Is Tech Helping a Return to the Workplace, or Holding Us Back? with Ramona Botha - S2E8
Zoom, a company synonymous with remote work, is encouraging a return to the physical office - is the tech we rely upon preventing us from reconnecting?‘Connecting with purpose’ is central to how we should be reunited with the physical world of work, and we learn how to most seamlessly transition into the office from VP of Employee Experience & Enablement, Ramona Botha!Join us to examine what’s shaping the move towards physical work, how technology supports this return, and simultaneously enables a world beyond the office as we know it…In this episode:The evolving nature of workplace technology and hybrid work models, balancing remote and in-office collaborationHuman connection and purposeful interaction in a digital-first work environmentTechnology's role in facilitating workplace connectionsThe future of workplace design, with virtual reality meetings, and technology that supports employee well-beingColt Technology Serviceshttps://www.colt.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/colt-technology-services/https://www.instagram.com/colttechnologyservices/
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Can AI really save us from digital evils? with Frank Miller & James Winters - S2E7
As cyberattacks grow in sophistication and scale, can AI promise to detect, respond and even predict malicious activity?While AI waits in the wings for its chance to shine, Chief AI Architect Frank Miller and AI Governance & Compliance Lead James Winters are your guides to the future, and whether cybersecurity has a bright future ahead…Join us for the conclusion to our special two-part episode of Tech & Soul, as we explore what AI truly means for the future of our work, and whether we’ll ever be safe from digital evils.In this episode:AI augmentation of human capability, rather than replacement of human inputEthical governance and accountability for future toolsAI's role in improving digital security, and how AI can detect unusual patterns to help prevent cyber threatsThe role of critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills in the future workplaceCurrent AI constraints around power consumption and the challenge of creating truly cognitive systemsFrank Millerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/frankmiller/James Wintershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-winters-ai-governance/Colt Technology Serviceshttps://www.colt.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/colt-technology-services/https://www.instagram.com/colttechnologyservices/
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Is cybersecurity a waste of time? Part 1 with Zscaler’s Christian Bailey #S2E6
High-profile cyberattacks on major organisations are a stark reminder: the digital world is under constant threat.For every vulnerability fixed, a dozen more are found, so can the cybersecurity industry evolve to face these threats, or is it fighting a losing battle?Zscaler’s Christian Bailey joins the conversation to unpack the weak points to prioritise, who’s REALLY at fault for breaches, and what it truly means todefend against an invisible enemy…Don’t miss this discussion, which sets the critical context for how AI might become our most formidable ally, a topic we’ll explore in the follow-up to this special two-parter.In this episode, we cover:The shift from traditional network security to a zero trust modelContinuous employee education and training on cybersecurity risks, particularly with emerging AI technologies The growing complexity of securing interconnected systemsData prioritisation and automation in cybersecurityChristian Baileyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/baileyce/Colt Technology Serviceshttps://www.colt.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/colt-technology-services/https://www.instagram.com/colttechnologyservices/
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Why Aren’t There More Women In STEM? With Rachel Collins and Buddy Bayer #S2E5
Women have been behind some of the most groundbreaking advancements in science, technology, engineering and mathematics - so why aren’t there more in STEM fields today?It’s a huge question with answers delving into workplace culture, inspiring future generations, and allyship. To break down the steps to creating a more equitable STEM sector, we sit down with Global Head of DEI Rachel Collins, and COO Buddy Bayer, to explore historical biases, the challenges women face today, and how we break though those barriers.In this episode:Long-standing stereotypes and systemic challenges that have prevented women from entering and advancing in STEM fieldsThe critical role of allyship in driving meaningful changeHow emerging technologies like AI, quantum computing, and startup ecosystems are creating new opportunities for women to excel in STEM careersInclusive leadership, how leaders can create career paths that celebrate individual talents regardless of genderRachel Collinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-collins-66962a11Buddy Bayerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/buddybayer/Colt Technology Serviceshttps://www.colt.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/colt-technology-services/https://www.instagram.com/colttechnologyservices/
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How will 2025’s biggest tech trends change the way we work? with Peter Coppens #S2E4
The future of work is being shaped by cutting-edge technology, but how are the traditional models in the telecom industry shifting, and what does that actually mean for us here at Colt?In this episode of Tech & Soul, Blanca welcomes Colt’s VP of Infrastructure and Connectivity Solutions, Peter Coppens to dive deep into one of 2025’s biggest tech trends - Network as a Service (NaaS).We look at how self-service models are shaping the future, who’ll benefit most from NaaS, and whether it spells the end of assisted service models…In this episode:Simple analogies to help us understand Network as a Service (NaaS)Differentiating the types of customers who’ll benefit from new networking productsWhether self-service and assisted service models will coexist in the future of the telecom industryHow NaaS will impact the day-to-day of customers benefiting from agility, cost savings, and competitive advantagesPeter Coppenshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-coppens-99360b/Colt Technology Serviceshttps://www.colt.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/colt-technology-services/https://www.instagram.com/colttechnologyservices/
Hello and welcome to the Tech & Soul podcast, where we explore the intricate relationship between technology and humanity. This is for the Colties, the soul searchers and those who want to geek out, learn from others and take in new perspectives. We explore themes like sustainability, human behaviour, accessibility and resilience. We skip over the boring questions and get straight to the juicy bits; Should we really fear AI? Can technology ever really be green? Think of this as your virtual hangout with our curious Colties. A space to ponder, future gaze and share ideas.
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