Best Technology It Management Uk Podcasts (2025)

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Hypotheticals: How Would You React If You Were Boss? 31:32

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Three business leaders tackle fictional dilemmas that test their instincts, experience and nerves. To make it more realistic, none of the guests have any idea what the scenarios are in advance. Guests: Ben Branson, Founder, SeedlipSophie Mermin, Founder, Trotters Childrenswear Margaret Heffernan, former CEO, entrepreneur, author and professor of pr…

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How The Next Workforce Will Redefine Business With Everyday AI 2:47

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Forget “early adopters.” A new cohort arrives at work expecting intelligent tools by default. We unpack what it means to hire and lead AI natives—the people who open ChatGPT before Google, who treat Grammarly and Canva as standard kit, and who view AI not as innovation but as basic competence. Their expectations are clear: recruitment that feels in…

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Agentic AI, Explained Simply 19:28

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The day starts with pings, alerts, and an inbox that won’t quit—yet nothing meaningful moves. We set out to change that by exploring agentic AI: systems that don’t wait for prompts, but act within clear boundaries to learn your preferences, anticipate needs, and take initiative on the work that drains your focus. TL;DR: Agentic AI defined as autono…

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Productivity: How Can British Business Work Smarter? 34:00

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Productivity drives prosperity, yet the UK continues to lag behind countries like the US, France and Germany. We work harder, yet produce less than our peers. In this episode, Evan Davis and guests discuss what productivity really looks like in practice – from offices and factories to call centres and operating theatres. And ask whether AI could be…

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Podcast 55: Why EVs aren’t enough to decarbonize road travel, with Giles Perkins 24:58

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Cutting tailpipe emissions is only the start of the decarbonization process that road networks must undergo. In this podcast Giles Perkins, program director for Live Labs 2, explains more about the UK’s three-year £30m innovation scheme, testing everything from low carbon streetlighting to innovative pavement materials in a quest to create best-pra…

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Lead AI by Leading People 26:21

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The loudest voices say AI will fix everything; the quieter truth is that behaviour, incentives, and trust decide whether it works at all. We sit down with CPO Brian Parkes to get past the noise and talk about what actually moves an organisation from AI theatre to real outcomes. Fear, imposter syndrome, and quarterly pressure make leaders cling to c…

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(338) Sports Data 48:25

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What happens when you bring together data geeks and sports enthusiasts? In this fascinating episode, Matt and Nick are joined by John Carney to explore the hidden world of sports analytics and the surprising role of randomness in athletic competition. John dives deep into the intersection of probability, statistics, and sports performance, revealin…

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From hype to habits: making AI safe, useful, and fair at work 13:31

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Everyone wants the upside of AI; few talk plainly about the downside. We open the box and lay out the real risks HR and L&D teams face—data security, access control, vendor exposure, algorithmic bias, and the slippery problem of hallucinations—then build the guardrails that let you ship with confidence. Governance isn’t a brake pedal; it’s the seat…

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Inside Uber’s Machine-Managed Workforce And What It Means For Work 3:08

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Your boss might already be a line of code. We dive into the world of algorithmic management through the lens of Uber, where software now assigns rides, sets prices, monitors performance, and effectively manages millions of drivers at once. The draw is obvious: lightning-fast decisions, tighter demand–supply balance, and shorter passenger wait times…

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Remanufacturing: Turning old parts into new opportunities 20:05

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What if a product’s journey didn’t end after its first use? Remanufacturing—restoring preowned parts to perform like new—is transforming automotives, electronics, and other industries. In this episode of The McKinsey Podcast, Senior Partner Inga Maurer and Editorial Director Roberta Fusaro explore how this practice reduces waste while creating more…

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Introverts: Can Quiet Voices Conquer The Corporate World? 38:50

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Do you ever feel the world is stacked in favour of the extrovert people – the most gregarious, the most outwardly confident, the perhaps sometimes sharp-elbowed, the loudest? What can natural introverts do to try and level the playing field and create a positive impression? Evan Davis asks Richard Etienne from the Introvert Space, Clare Farthing fr…

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The $5 Trillion Shift To AI-Driven Buying 16:23

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Imagine never opening twenty tabs to compare flights, hotels or warranties again. Instead, an AI agent that understands your budget, tastes and timing quietly negotiates on your behalf, bundles the best options and asks for approval only when it truly matters. That’s the leap from automation to delegation—and it’s poised to reshape retail at global…

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What happens when HR stops guessing and starts predicting with AI and analytics 17:30

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Guesswork is expensive. We dig into how HR and L&D can turn everyday signals—surveys, onboarding chats, training feedback, and attrition patterns—into reliable foresight with the help of AI. The goal isn’t flashy dashboards; it’s fewer surprises, smarter hiring, clearer development paths, and decisions that hold up under pressure. TL;DR: Why HR dat…

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AI, Explained Simply 4:10

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Curiosity meets clarity as we unpack what AI really is, why it matters today, and how it quietly powers so much of modern life. From the messages you send to the movies you stream and the scans your doctor reads, we trace the path from decades of research to the tools now shaping daily choices. TL;DR: Foundations of machine learning and deep learni…

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Human Resources: Is HR Out of Control? 31:46

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Once known as “personnel”, Human Resources seems to have become a real centre of power in modern business. No longer just handing out payslips or organising the Christmas party, HR now shapes company culture, influences major decisions and – some say – acts as a kind of corporate police force and judiciary. The profession has doubled in size over t…

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AI for HR and L&D: Start Small, Think Big 15:49

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Forget the hype around massive AI transformations and budget-busting implementations. What HR and L&D professionals truly need are practical, accessible solutions that address everyday challenges without requiring a computer science degree or extensive resources. TL;DR: Start with simple AI applications focusing on employment lifecycle pain points …

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(337) Writing tools 55:14

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On this week’s show, Matt and Lisa meet Tris Oaten to discuss whether writing tools actually matter—and the answer might surprise you. While musicians have interfaces like Ableton and sequencers that fundamentally reshape their creative output, Tris argues that writers’ real tools are invisible: patterns of thought, environmental context, and the m…

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Exciting New HI for HR and L&D Professionals Course 1:49

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Exciting New HI for HR and L&D Professionals Course: Ready to move beyond theory and develop practical AI skills for your HR or L&D role? We're excited to announce our upcoming two-day workshop specifically designed for HR and L&D professionals who want to confidently lead AI implementation in their organizations. Join us in November at the beautif…

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What sets the world’s best leaders apart 9:03

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Most leaders set out to be the best—but few make that Mount Everest–like ascent successfully. What do the world’s most iconic CEOs do differently? McKinsey Senior Partners Carolyn Dewar, Kurt Strovink, Scott Keller, and Vik Malhotra break it down in their new book A CEO for All Seasons: Mastering the Cycles of Leadership (Scribner/Simon & Schuster,…

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Chaos Management: Do Fewer Rules Make For Better Workplaces? 33:35

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Can chaos ever be good for business? From Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies to Elon Musk’s disruptive leadership style, some of the world’s most high-profile figures seem to thrive on disorder. But does chaos drive innovation – or just confusion? In a world where start-ups often celebrate mess and speed over tidy management, we ask if “g…

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Coding the Future: How to Build AI Agents That Actually Work 18:47

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Artificial intelligence has entered a transformative era with autonomous agents now handling everything from customer service to supply chain optimization without human intervention. These AI systems represent a fascinating middle ground between rigid programming and emergent intelligence—and building them effectively requires understanding the ful…

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World Mental Health Day: Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua on Group Therapy, Masculinity and Vulnerability 1:27:08

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EP 409 - What happens when you strip away phones, comfort and pretence? Therapist Jerry Hyde - often called “the most dangerous therapist in the world” - and filmmaker Mai Hua explore the raw truths of mental health, vulnerability and masculinity. Released for World Mental Health Day, the conversation dives into why modern life keeps us disconnecte…

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From Admin Overload to Winning Bids for UK Builders | Annie Slattery from Houzz 42:32

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What if the hours lost to admin, quoting, and client follow-ups could actually fuel your next stage of growth? In this episode of Build Smart Blueprint, Annie Slattery, Director of Product at Houzz, joins JP to explore how UK contractors are reclaiming their time through smarter estimating, streamlined communication, and modern project tools. 💡 Whe…

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AI and Humans: The Future of Hybrid Work 16:20

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Navigating the complexities of hybrid work remains a significant challenge for organizations worldwide. Four years into this working model, many still struggle with burnout, disengagement, and unclear policies. Employees come to the office only to continue remote working behaviours – like video conferencing with colleagues sitting just two desks aw…

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(336) Interim too 46:45

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In this episode, Chris and Nick continue discussions about the world of interim management and welcome Rebecca Fox to discuss her extensive experience across public and private sectors. Rebecca shares candid insights about the realities of interim work, emphasising that there’s no time for a hundred-day plan—it’s all about a day-one approach. She e…

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Spinouts: How Can Universities Turn Research Into Successful Businesses? 31:04

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What happens when university research becomes a business? It’s called a spin-out and it’s built Silicon Valley, with Stanford University at the centre. In the UK, Oxford alone has launched more than 200 in the last 15 years. Whether it’s a new drug, software or material, brilliant university research can create huge rewards – for founders, universi…

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Navigating the Future: Inside the Explosive Growth of Agentic AI 43:52

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The AI agent revolution is here, transforming how businesses operate and compete in ways that were once confined to science fiction. From virtual assistants scheduling your meetings to sophisticated systems analyzing medical images with superhuman accuracy, these technologies are no longer experimental—they're driving real business value across ind…

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The Future is Now: How HR and L&D Professionals Can Master AI 23:15

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The rapid acceleration of AI adoption has created a turning point for HR and Learning & Development professionals. No longer can they afford to simply observe from the side lines – they must now actively lead their organizations through this technological revolution with confidence and strategic insight. TL;DR: HR and L&D practitioners need to be v…

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Why British Meetings Drive Germans Crazy 1:19:11

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EP 408 - What happens when British charm collides with German order in the workplace? In part 3 of our Business Without Baggage series, we speak to professor and senior partner at GTK Germany - Manfred Klein - who breaks down the surprising differences - and hidden similarities - between the UK and Germany’s business cultures. From awkward handshak…

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Episode 47 - I Don’t Need Permission - You Can Just Do Things 1:11:52

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Podcast 54: Fighting ghost plates with Sarah Coombes MP 33:13

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In this special episode of The Transportation Podcast, TTi editor Tom Stone speaks with British Labour MP, Sarah Coombes, about the rise in ghost plates, and her parliamentary campaign to increase the penalties for their use. Chris Shepherd of MAV Systems joins the conversation to discuss a solution that addresses this problem head on. This episode…

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The $3 Trillion Question: Can AI Match Human Experts? 14:36

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What happens when AI attempts the same complex work as human experts with 14 years of experience? The answer might reshape our understanding of the economic future. TL;DR: GDP Val tests AI on complex, multimodal tasks requiring handling of CAD designs, spreadsheets, and presentations Tasks are created from actual professional work products that tak…

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The promise and potential of rural America 31:28

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There is no single definition of “rural America.” It comprises agricultural hubs, manufacturing centers, and fast-growing regions—each a regional archetypes with its own distinct challenges and opportunities. In this episode of The McKinsey Podcast, Senior Partner Nora Gardner joins Global Editorial Director Lucia Rahilly to discuss these archetype…

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Direct to Consumer: A Better Way to Sell? 33:27

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It's easier than ever to create a website for your business and talk directly with customers, but what are the pitfalls to avoid? Three business leaders discuss the pros and cons of selling 'D2C' with Evan Davis. Sellers no longer need to convince bigger retailers to carry their products or invest in inventory just to fill the shelves. Selling dire…

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AI Agents: Tomorrow's Business Revolution 30:17

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The business world stands at the precipice of an AI revolution. This episode explores how AI agents - software programs that understand, reason, act, and learn autonomously - are transforming industries and creating unprecedented opportunities. TLDR: • AI agents like AutoGPT demonstrate how AI can break tasks into steps and work independently • Hea…

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Gen Z, AI, and the Mindset Shift Every Leader Needs 1:46

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You know what really frustrates me? When I hear these endless statistics about young people being the most negatively impacted at work. Because if we keep repeating that story, we’ll start believing it. And then suddenly, no one hires them. Let me give you an example. My son’s 18. He works with me now. I handed him a task I thought would take days.…

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Startup Lessons, Resilience & How Failure Builds Success: John B Stapleton Explains 41:08

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EP 407 - What does it really take to build a food empire from scratch? We're giving our chat with John B Stapleton - serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of the New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish a re-run to remind us about the hard-won lessons behind his multi-million-pound successes. From inventing the UK’s fresh soup categor…

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The Death of Organizational Charts in the AI Age 34:11

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Traditional organizational charts are strangling AI adoption. Ruslan Tovbulatov, CMO of Gloat, makes a compelling case for why companies must radically rethink their approach to work structures if they want their AI strategies to succeed. TLDR: The org chart was built for the industrial revolution's command-and-control management style AI implement…

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(335) Accessible Content 52:32

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This week Matt welcomes back Lisa alongside guest Matisse Hamel Nelis to chat about their upcoming book “Accessible Communications: Create Impact, Avoid Missteps and Build Trust.” The duo spent 18 months crafting what sounds like a much-needed guide to creating digital content that actually works for everyone – not just the mythical “average user” …

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(334) Interim 48:47

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Welcome back to the WB 40 Podcast! In this episode (334), Chris and Julia sit down with special guest Duncan Stott, an interim CIO extraordinaire, to really dive into the high-stakes world of interim management. We explore how the role of the CIO has completely changed, especially since COVID brought tech to the forefront and now with the massive f…

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William D. Miller Interview — Back to Our Roots - INCOSE's Future of Systems Engineering (FuSE) 11:24

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Decisions That Made Me: Greg Jackson (Octopus Energy) 15:58

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Born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, Greg Jackson left school at 16 to write computer games, later joining Greenpeace before returning to study economics at Cambridge. Growing up in a family so stretched that the energy supply was cut off, he channelled that experience into a drive to make energy fairer and more affordable. By his twenties he was runni…

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AI Agents: Build, Deploy, Scale 25:46

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The landscape of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving from systems that handle specific tasks to agentic AI capable of making decisions, acting on complex objectives, and continuously learning. This shift presents extraordinary opportunities for organisations seeking to enhance efficiency and drive innovation – yet a striking gap exists betw…

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AI Agents: The New Workplace Partners 15:35

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Artificial intelligence has undergone a remarkable evolution, but agentic AI represents something truly transformative – autonomous systems that make decisions and take actions with minimal human oversight. This technology goes far beyond traditional automation to deliver something more akin to a collaborative partner than a simple tool. TLDR: Agen…

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Tax, HMRC and Sportswashing: Economist Oriana Morrison Explains 1:18:29

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EP 406 - Economist and tax strategist Oriana Morrison pulls doesn't hold back in our chat about the UK economy, HMRC, tax avoidance, and inequality. Founder and CEO of ECNMX and trusted advisor to world champion athletes and entertainers, Oriana Morrison explains why HMRC is “shameful,” how tax is used as social engineering, and why Britain risks l…

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Podcast 53: Connected vehicles now officially have a higher safety rating in Europe – here's how it works 41:02

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TTi editor Tom Stone talks with three experts about how Euro NCAP and the DFRS have come together to ensure connectivity is now part of a European vehicle's safety rating.By TrafficTechnologyInternationalPodcast

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Leaders must evolve or risk talent exodus in the AI revolution 16:56

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The technological landscape is rapidly evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than in the emergence of AI agents as integral team members across industries. This transformation demands a new breed of leader – one who can navigate the delicate interplay between human creativity and AI efficiency while fostering trust and collaboration. TLDR: AI …

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Michael D. Watson Interview — INCOSE President (2026–2027) & NASA's Theory of Systems Engineering 22:07

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Decisions That Made Me: Charlie Bowes-Lyon (Wild) 13:08

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In 2019, Charlie Bowes-Lyon co-founded Wild with childhood friend Freddy Ward, frustrated by the lack of sustainable options in personal care. Their first product — a refillable deodorant in compostable packaging — struck a chord with consumers looking to cut down on plastic. From a standing start, Wild became one of the UK’s fastest-growing consum…

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Which tech trends are rising to the top of the business agenda? 35:55

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Global competition has intensified, and the demand for energy and computing power is growing exponentially as companies embed AI, robotics, and other technologies into their everyday business processes. McKinsey’s annual outlook on technology trends points to 13 “frontier” trends that can help companies get a handle on these and other challenges. O…