Join Sankhadeep Dhar and Andy Jordan as they recap our last podcast, and then dive into how ServiceNow is helping organizations execute their AI strategy. Analysts have stated that 2023 was the year of Gen AI experimentation. Now, 2024 is when companies are putting AI to production and everyone is looking beyond the hype. Clearly, technology and business leaders have a critical role to play here, so how can you become a first mover and ensure that you can execute your strategy and bring it to life? Join us now to find out how ServiceNow can help you execute for success.

On this episode of TechBytes we discuss the significance of curiosity in understanding product use and the role of AI in technical writing. Our guest is Katie Ott, Senior Director, Content Operations and Experiences at ServiceNow, and shares her experience as a technical writer and manager, emphasizing the evolution of technical writing from formal to conversational style. She also highlights the value of AI as a tool to enhance efficiency and provide different perspectives. Katie also points out the importance of curiosity in technical organizations for seeking knowledge and gathering information. Guest - Katie Ott, Senior Director, Content Operations and Experiences at ServiceNow Host - Bobby Brill, Senior Multimedia Producer For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS

Join Sankhadeep Dhar and Andy Jordan as they discuss the current state of Gen AI in enterprises, and how they are adopting and/or responding to this technology. With Gen AI being such a disruptive and groundbreaking technology, wading through what is fact and what is fiction can often seem a tall task. Everyone knows that this technology will effect the work being done, but leaders should really be measured in creating the strategy behind the implementation. In order to not miss out on the most relevant use cases, thinking about the outcomes before putting Gen AI in place can be a critical step to success. Join us now to find out what our experts are hearing from industry leaders in this fast-changing landscape of Gen AI.

As a developer, demos can be a powerful way to validate your work, get management to make a decision, or even build your band. In this episode, we've got two experts to share ideas how you can make powerful demos Topics 00:00 Welcome/Introductions 12:18 Why demos? 14:25 The audience 17:19 Good demos vs bad demos 21:08 Preparation planning 28:21 Delivering the demo 30:53 After the demo 34:32 Contact info 35:33 Outro Links Anoosha Garimella Amit Kumar Highlights Who - Know your audience size, their depth on the subject, and their expectations When - Know your time allotted and shoot for 10-20% less time to allow for Q&A Why - Understad the purpose/objetive of the demos What - Know the subject you are expected to demonstrate Where - Determine if your demo is being delivered remotely in-person, the venue location, etc. How - Understand the technology required. Zoom, recordings, mics, projectors, adapters and so on. Practice, practice, practice and follow up! Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

On this episode of TechBytes we talk with three experts in the field of language and linguistics and delve into the importance of linguistics in making AI successful. Our discussion includes Roberto Bacci, Manager, Content Development in ATG, along with Midam Kim and Ryan Dux, both Senior Linguists in ATG here at ServiceNow. We get a quick lesson in linguistics and how it is paramount in achieving the goal of making large language models more human-like and emotionally intelligent for customer interaction, and the application of linguistics in enhancing AI and LLMs at ServiceNow. The team also explores the role of emotion, empathy, friendliness, and trust in AI communication and interaction, highlighting the various challenges and strategies involved. The conversation provides insights into the evolving field of linguistics and its impact on AI technology. Guests - Roberto Bacci, Midam Kim, Ryan Dux Host - Bobby Brill For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS

Join us as we chat with Mo Fagir and Robert Pastore about the investments ServiceNow is making into generative AI and how ServiceNow Impact can help customers get started on their GenAI journey. Have a question or comment about the Accelerate Podcast series? Email us at accelerate-podcast@servicenow.com

Our community is very special to us and our software releases bring a lot of innovation. In this episode we combine the two with a live on-stage conversation celebrating our MVPs and Washington DC release. Topics 00:00 Welcome 01:21 Intros and Thoughts on Washington DC release 04:31 Thoughts on AI 07:16 ServiceNow career storiees 12:29 Advice for people starting their ServiceNow journeys 15:41 Outro Links Video: Full keynote Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Join Fred Champlain and Andy Jordan as they hypothesize on what we will see happen to hybrid work in the years ahead. Measuring performance through OKRs and value measurement has become an important part of team success. A focus on value delivery is also the driver behind hybrid adoption – moving away from standard methods that make it easy to measure tactical execution metrics (and hard to measure anything else), in favor of adaptive approaches that better align with optimized ability to achieve business benefits.  Listen now to find out what topics are top of mind for our experts as they look forward.

In this episode of TechBytes we discuss the importance of human-centered AI, focusing on the collaboration between technology and humans. Jessa Anderson, manager UX Research at ServiceNow, talks about integrating UX research with generative AI, emphasizing transparency, feedback, and human oversight. We dive into the need to set realistic expectations, guide users on how to interact with AI, and elevate the human experience. Jessa also touches on the nuances of AI usability, the role of personas in UX research, and the significance of transparency in AI interactions. We have some great episodes coming in the next few weeks featuring more discussions on GenAI, UX, and Linguistics with guests including Di Le, Hayley Mortin, Katie Ott, Roberto Bacci, Midam Kim, Ryan Dux, Abhi Roy and more. Guest - Jessa Anderson - Manager, UX Research, AI Experience Research Department Episode host -  Bobby Brill For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS

Join Fred Champlain and Andy Jordan as we discuss the changing landscape of hybrid work, and what our experts are seeing across the industry.  It’s no wonder that hybrid is becoming more popular. In the recently concluded ServiceNow World of Work survey, 51% of respondents said that they felt it was the most effective approach to work delivery, up from 46% the previous year. But there are still barriers to its adoption, largely around the inability of organizations to track and manage work in a hybrid fashion. Listen now to learn more about how teams are shifting in response to evolving environment.

It's our 100th episode of Break Point and to celebrate Lauren turned the tables and interviewed Chuck. Topics 00:00 Introduction 01:59 History of Break Point 04:16 Relationship with Siblings 06:51 Chuck's Wife, Donna 13:09 Conventions  16:16 Exploratory Career Path 21:11 Story of "The Bowtie" 26:43 Battle with Cancer 32:36 Knowledge 38:57 Lasting Impact at ServiceNow 42:15 Finding Passion in a Career  45:20 Conclusion & Surprise!  Links Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

This episode of TechBytes features a discussion between Di Le, Human Centered & Responsible AI Design Strategist at ServiceNow and Hayley Mortin, Sr. UX Researcher, AI/ML UX Research here at ServiceNow about the impact and evolution of AI, particularly ChatGPT, in various industries. They discuss the widespread adoption, ethical and societal concerns, public dialogue, and the transformative potential of AI in creative and bureaucratic processes. The conversation highlights the emerging roles and diverse skill sets that are gaining importance in the AI industry, along with the need for human oversight in AI decision-making. Guests - Di Le, Human Centered & Responsible AI Design Strategist Hayley Mortin, Sr. UX Researcher, AI/ML UX Research Host - Bobby Brill, Senior Multimedia Producer For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS

Join Jim Tisch and Andy Jordan as we discuss Hybrid work, an approach to delivering work that combines elements of both traditional and agile methodologies. Today, aligning your digital strategy with business objectives to boost efficiency and innovation in hybrid project delivery is critical. Adopting a hybrid project delivery model can often elevate organizational performance and agility. Listen now to learn more, and be sure to sign up for our upcoming webinar, "Elevate your digital strategy with ServiceNow SPM and hybrid project delivery," on Tuesday, March 26 from 8-9 AM PT, 11AM-12PM ET. You'll hear first-hand from industry leaders about their journeys in leveraging ServiceNow SPM to foster an environment of continuous improvement and strategic agility. We’ll also recap the results of our 2nd Annual World of Work Global Survey, which showed that high performers are more likely to focus on strategic planning and resource planning, with more than half (51%) of respondents believing hybrid is the most effective approach to delivering work. Register now!

In this episode, we chat with Cesar Augusto Negri de Oliveira, a product owner at British Telecom, about how they've chosen to invest in training to RiseUp with ServiceNow.

Join Madhuri Manikonda from the Digital Technologies and Rani Tzur to what is new in AIOps and how is Generative AI helping to improve resolution efforts. Hear about the new Now Assist for ITOM feature and how it can help you.  

In this latest podcast, we talk with Kelley Steven-Waiss, Chief Transformation Officer at ServiceNow on the launch of her latest book “Valley Girls: Lessons From Female Founders in the Silicon Valley and Beyond”. The booksheds light on the challenges faced by women founders, providing insights into their journeys, successes, and the path forward.  Kelley's personal journey, coupled with the stories from her book, paints a vivid picture of the struggles and triumphs that female founders encounter in the tech industry. Underscored by International Women's Day 2024, this podcast will address the urgent need for greater inclusivity, diversity, and support for women in the workplace. 

Flow Designer is one of our most popular features for automating work on the Now Platform - and our Washington D.C. release brings some very nice updates. On this episode, we have one of the key people in charge of its success. Topics 00:00 Intro/Welcome 05:33 Flow Designer overview 09:17 Why Workflow Studio 11:34 FAQs 14:35 Support for legacy workflow editor 16:08 The roadmap 23:18 Advice for newcomers 25:01 Contact info 26:11 Outro Links Jingfei Chen on LinkedIn Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Join Newsha Sharif, Adam Smith-Cairns and Andy Jordan as we close out our series on optimizing technology spend and mitigating risk. Taking a combined technology management approach allows IT leaders to ensure that they are always controlling costs as much as possible, and that they are eliminating unnecessary technology risks. Check out the episode to learn more about the solution approach to tackling this enterprise issue.

Customer experience is no longer just about service. It’s about the entire customer journey. Every single interaction your customer has with your organisation forms their overall experience, so it’s vital to get it right. Doing so relies on making the best use of insights and data, delivering intelligent, ‘proportional’ service, and building processes that allow you to resolve issues quickly. In this episode, we’re joined by Simon Cox, Chief Transformation Officer at ServiceNow, for an in-depth discussion about what experience is, what it isn’t, and what organisations can do to build long-lasting relationships with their customers

Join Newsha Sharif, Adam Smith-Cairns and Andy Jordan for the second episode of the series on optimizing technology spend and mitigating risk. With the prevalence of "shadow IT" becoming more and more common, organizational risk is being increased in multiple ways. Enterprises have to be aware of compliance, capacity, licensing and upgrade issues on a day-to-day basis. Check out the episode to learn more, and view the corresponding webinar that takes a deep dive into the three phases or optimizing technology spend and mitigating risk.

We talk a lot about low-code tools. Now there's something for pro-coders to get excited about. Today's guests give us more info on what that is. Topics 00:00 Welcome/introductions 12:57 SDK Overview 18:40 Who is it for? 23:25 How it works 27:04 Recommendations for using the SDK 29:39 Syncing 32:34 Security 34:31 Supported NPM packages 36:41 The roadmap 40:23 SDK at CreatorCon 2024 42:21 Contact info 43:39 Outro Links @servicenow/sdk - npm LinkedIn Jay Couture Install the ServiceNow SDK LinkedIn Patrick Wilson Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Part 2 of our discussion with John Stein, ServiceNow senior engagement manager, about how the NHL and Expert Services are working together to ensure games run smoothly throughout the season. Have a question or comment about the Accelerate Podcast series? Email us at accelerate-podcast@servicenow.com

Join Newsha Sharif, Adam Smith-Cairns and Andy Jordan for a new series on optimizing technology spend and mitigating risk. The question that companies that are spending lots of time answering these days is, "who is actually responsible for tackling the challenge of cost and risk?" Which teams and personas are taking the time to dive into this task in support of emerging business capabilities? Listen now to hear why this issue has become a problem worth solving and how our experts are thinking through it. 

In a discussion with John Stein, ServiceNow senior engagement manager, find out how the NHL and Expert Services are working together to ensure games run smoothly throughout the season. Have a question or comment about the Accelerate Podcast series? Email us at accelerate-podcast@servicenow.com

Washington D.C. is available in Early Access so get your personal developer instance upgraded and start exploring because in this episode, we're going to share our top 5 favorites from our latest release. Topics 00:00 Intro/Welcome 01:39 #5 07:26 #4 14:21 #3 20:34 #2 25:19 #1 32:12 Outro Links Content calendar Washington D.C. Release Notes Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Join Newsha Sharif and Andy Jordan for the final part of our series on strategic planning.  Delivering value with the PMO is a highly scrutinized process. PMOs have a number of critical functions in ensuring that strategic planning is effective and efficient, and that the planning results in a portfolio that can not only be delivered, but can also achieve the strategic goals of the organization. Listen now to hear what those functions are, and how to deliver value in strategic planning with this important group. 

Join Newsha Sharif and Andy Jordan for part two of our three part series on strategic planning.  Operating environments are constantly evolving, with shifting customer expectations, emerging technological capabilities, and global competition all impacting the ability to maintain strategic plans. Organizations must therefore not only be willing and able to commit to continuous and adaptive planning, they must be able to change any aspect of the strategy lifecycle – plans, investments, work, etc. with minimal disruption and maximum effectiveness. Join us now to hear from our experts what it takes to compete in this rapidly changing macroeconomic climate.

Join Newsha Sharif and Andy Jordan in our first podcast episode for 2024 as they dive into the rapidly evolving world of strategic planning.  Though strategic planning has been in practice for quite some time, most organizations do not effectively utilize this process. The big question to answer is how do you remediate the main disconnect between establishment of goals/objectives and approval timelines? Click play now to hear from our experts how organizations are improving strategic planning within their ranks.

It doesn't matter what your background is - if you're thinking about getting into ServiceNow or know someone who is, we have a story for you... Topics 00:00 Welcome/Introduction 08:19 Career transition to ServiceNow 09:48 The different programs 13:56 Author 16:02 Success stories 25:40 Career highlight 28:28 Words of Advice 31:50 Contact info 32:29 Outro Links LinkedIn Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

We can’t solve today’s problems with yesterday’s solutions. Tackling the complex challenges businesses face right now requires us to question the assertions that have worked in the past — establishing the broader consequences of a rapidly changing world and adapting our strategy accordingly.   In this podcast, we’re joined by Simon Morris, UKI Area VP at ServiceNow, to do just that — discussing key trends, how leaders should approach them, and the opportunities presented by new technologies. 

To go from ServiceNow Admin to Certified Master Architect is an incredible journey. Our guest today shares his insights on how he made that happen and why. Topics 00:00 Welcome/Introduction 06:38 Before ServiceNow 08:06 Getting started on ServiceNow 09:16 Best part of the job 11:02 From admin to CMA 13:10 Motivation 17:32 The ServiceNow Magician 22:03 Career highlight (so far) 24:01 Continuous improvement 26:11 What did you learn this week 27:56 Words of advice 29:49 Contact info 30:37 Outro Links LinkedIn Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

In this episode, we have a conversation with Charles Muhlbach to find out why he wanted to pursue a career in technology and how he transitioned from a successful Army career to a bright future with ServiceNow. Have a question or comment about the Accelerate Podcast series? Email us at accelerate-podcast@servicenow.com

2023 has been quite a busy year for us all. In this episode, we're joined by our fellow dev advocates to go over our own top 5 lists and a quick peek at what we're looking forward to in 2024. Topics 00:00 Welcome/intro 02:03 Number Five 09:32 Number Four 17:34 Number Three 24:55 Number Two 35:19 Number One 47:39 Looking forward 50:31 Outro Links Kali Alexander's 100 days of ServiceNow Beyond The Title Podcast Offline with the Radio Bros ServiceNow Portfolio Development Group Discord Service Ducks Podcast CJ & The Duke Podcast Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Join Doug Page and Andy Jordan in our final podcast episode for 2023 as they discuss the organizational actions that provide the biggest returns after gathering the right information.  While accurate and complete analysis is essential, it doesn’t deliver the cost reductions that organizations need. That only happens when the analysis results in investments that are executed effectively and efficiently to achieve the required outcomes. Listen now to hear from our experts how to ensure that cost optimization is truly being achieved.

Since the launch of the DOD Software Modernization Strategy in 2022, groups across the Department of Defense have accelerated building the capabilities and ecosystem necessary to continuously deliver software to production. These software factories, from the Air Force’s Kessel Run and Kobayashi Maru to the Army Software Factory, are working to build, learn and deploy software at the pace of emerging global and domestic threats. Core to these efforts are practicing DevSecOps, implementing automated optimization, and adopting the cloud. But overcoming challenges around legacy systems, entrenched culture, and talent retention can prove costly and time consuming at a time when speed is crucial. During this webcast, government and industry leaders will explore the people, processes and technology required to run a successful software factory and share how federal agencies can apply lessons learned from the Department of Defense. See video recording here: link to YouTube (https://youtu.be/yExwpO38Fz4)

Join Doug Page and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they dive into the ways that enterprises are addressing company goals while also optimizing costs. There are many different solutions in the marketplace when it comes to consolidating business applications. Selecting the right solutions and applications that both meet IT standards and provide best value is a task that can seem impossible at times.  Listen now to hear from our experts how to create a cost-optimized and connected application environment.

A glance at a job listing board and a little hard work could lead you to a career, MVP status, speaking opportunities, and even winning a hackathon. Our guest today shares her story. Topics 00:00 Welcome / Introduction 07:01 Career Beginning 09:05 Passions on the Platform 10:02 Growing Alongside the Platform 11:28 Knowledge23 Experience 15:38 Career Goals and Trajectory 17:41 ServiceNow MVP Program 19:02 Words of Advice 20:33 Outro Links Slack Channel Profile LinkedIn Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Transformation — it’s a word that’s tossed around in government leadership meetings all the time, but what does it really mean? Is it about process improvements, technology modernization, or workforce changes? All the above? Join us as our government and industry experts define what transformation means for government and walk through examples of agencies that have achieved true transformation. Specifically, you’ll learn: What transformation means in the context of individual roles.How to get funds for your own modernization priorities.How successful organizations have made big and small transformations at their agencies. Speakers: Jonathan Alboum, Federal CTO, ServiceNow Susan Little, Director, Division of Records and Information Systems, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Fredy Diaz, Deputy Chief Data Officer, U.S. Department of Agriculture Glorimar Ripoll Balet, Director of Product, United States Digital Service, Executive Office of the President (Invited) See video recording here: link to YouTube (https://youtu.be/G0BLIPmNW2Q)

Join Doug Page and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they discuss how organizations are thinking of their priorities in order to minimize their costs. The struggle for many companies in today's economy come down to disconnected cost management and enterprise planning strategies. With such a cautious outlook for the near future, being able to assist your customers spend more intelligently will prove to be a key differentiator. Listen now to hear from our podcast guests on why planning in isolation is never a good idea, and be sure to join us next week for more on cost optimization. 

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Cyndi Kaye Lambach, College Professor - Information Technology at Waukesha County Technical College about how she’s helping drive a skills revolution, and equipping students for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Have a question or comment about the Accelerate Podcast series? Email us at accelerate-podcast@servicenow.com

Improving Public Sector Customer Experience will focus on how agencies are delivering great customer service and memorable customer experiences. We will cover what is working, what is new and the associated challenges of improving customer experience across the public sector. Delivering great customer service along with seamless customer experiences is paramount. CX needs to be a shared responsibility across the agency with everyone involved in giving citizens the best experience across all touchpoints. Memorable CX and great customer service are intertwined. Although each are different concepts, they work hand in hand when it comes to building brand loyalty.

Join Irene Vieth and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they address the various levers and importance of financial planning.  Stakeholders must have visibility into their entire portfolio in order to properly address the budgeting needs of their organizations. In conjunction, they must also have reporting and analytics functionality to synthesize and disseminate critical information.  Listen now to hear from our podcast guests on how organizations can see the full picture of their finances. 

Our 2023 World Forum conferences and CreatorCon have wrapped up. While I was out, I had the opportunity to speak to a number of terrific people. I invite you to join me as I travel to four cities in four weeks and share their stories. Topics 00:00 Welcome and introduction 01:30 Saaniya Chugh 04:32 Ram Prasath Thirubalan 08:41 Viorica Bolohan 11:40 Jerin Thenayan 14:37 Carleen Carter 18:07 Martin 19:18 Raff 20:34 Shae 22:20 Zina Naghmouchi 29:11 Kopal Garg 34:23 Abey Ahmad Links Abey Ahmad Ram Prasath Thirubalan Jerin Thenayan Zina Naghmouchi Viorica Bolohan Carleen Carter Saaniya Chugh Kopal Garg Check out the other ServiceNow podcasts.

Join Irene Vieth and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they take a look at the different methodologies for ranking and scoring.  Organizations must have the ability to use each of the different models in parallel, providing different perspectives on proposed investments and providing a comprehensive modeling approach that helps ensure that the most appropriate investments are approved and funded, giving the portfolio the best possible launch in pursuit of the organization’s goals and objectives. Listen now to hear from experts on how to select the right priorities in the right way. 

Join Irene Vieth and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they explore how organizations can better manage their people resources.  Organizations often find themselves with the right number of people but the wrong mix of skills because they only have visibility into resource capacity, not resource capability.  Listen now to hear about the tools that allow users to view all work across all resources in a single pane to effectively and proactively manage resources across the organization. 

With continuing market uncertainty, global business services (GBS) have become a business imperative. In this episode of Innovation Today, Jessica Constantinidis, ServiceNow Field Innovation Officer, discusses the value of global business services, the path to optimizing the customer and employee experience, and what comes next with Dr. Scott Mason, Partner & COO Switzerland, EY.

In this episode, we sit down with Aniesh Myneni, Industry Principal/Director with Infosys to continue our conversation on GBS. Spencer and Aniesh discuss the complexities of GBS, what a simplified user experience looks like, the proper steps of implementation and much more. Listen in as we continue on our GBS series.

As we kick off our exciting series on GBS, host Spencer Beemiller sat down with Roy Scholte, Sr Manager Enterprise Service and Process Management with Deloitte. In this episode they discuss how to define GBS, what Roy and his team are seeing in the industry and implementation and measurement best practices. 

Join Lilly Souksamlane and Andy Jordan on this podcast episode as they look behind the flashy statistics to see how organizations drive efficiency with strategic portfolio management.  To deliver effective strategic portfolio management, organizations need the right people with the right skills, and the right processes to enable work to be prioritized against goals and objectives, approved, funded, delivered and to achieve the expected benefits. For that to happen there must be consistent access to complete and accurate information. Listen now to see what areas our experts think need to be covered for a solution to be viable.

An agency’s ability to execute on its mission comes down to the people supporting that mission: the workforce. Without a backbone of human capital with the passion, drive, and innovative force to translate new ideas to reality, any overhaul in customer service delivery falls flat. In this session, experts in customer experience and employee engagement make the case for a holistic approach to CX, starting with the employees, and share their roadmap for success in treating employees as customers. Speakers: Nicole "Niki" French, Customer Service Branch Manager, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security Pam Van Meter, Principal CIAM Specialist, Okta Ron Vickery, Area VP, Customer & Industry Workflows, Government, Healthcare & Higher Education, ServiceNow Amber Chaudhry, Chief Experience Officer (Acting), Department of Housing and Urban Development