In this episode of the ServiceNow EXECUTIVE CIRCLE Podcast, host Kat Finch delves into the world of digital innovation with Paul Mukherjee, CTO of Defra. Since joining in early 2024, Mukherjee has been steering the digital transformation of the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, addressing challenges like legacy systems and data silos while seizing opportunities presented by AI and technology. 

Mukherjee shares Defra’s AI strategy, highlighting its potential in areas like customer service chatbots, satellite-driven environmental monitoring, and streamlining ministerial correspondence. He emphasizes the importance of responsible AI adoption, balancing sustainability concerns with productivity gains. The conversation explores how AI can enable predictive analytics, hyper-automation, and entirely new policy outcomes, envisioning a future where technology drives innovation and delivers real value. 

Tune in to discover actionable insights on how technology leaders can align digital tools with strategic objectives to create transformative change. 

 

In this episode of the ServiceNow EXECUTIVE CIRCLE Podcast, host Kat Finch delves into the world of digital innovation with Paul Mukherjee, CTO of Defra. Since joining in early 2024, Mukherjee has been steering the digital transformation of the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, addressing challenges like legacy systems and data silos while seizing opportunities presented by AI and technology.&nbsp;
Mukherjee shares Defra&rsquo;s AI strategy, highlighting its potential in areas like customer service chatbots, satellite-driven environmental monitoring, and streamlining ministerial correspondence. He emphasizes the importance of responsible AI adoption, balancing sustainability concerns with productivity gains. The conversation explores how AI can enable predictive analytics, hyper-automation, and entirely new policy outcomes, envisioning a future where technology drives innovation and delivers real value.&nbsp;
Tune in to discover actionable insights on how technology leaders can align digital tools with strategic objectives to create transformative change.&nbsp;
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The ServiceNow UK and Ireland EXECUTIVE CIRCLE podcast invites listeners to hear debate and discussion on the issues of the day, elevating conversation away from products to focus on the bigger business opportunities. Embrace knowledge, access new perspectives and help define the future.

Visit the EXECUTIVE CIRCLE insights hub to discover more inspiring content and to join the community: https://www.servicenow.com/uk/executive-circle.html

The ServiceNow UK and Ireland EXECUTIVE CIRCLE podcast invites listeners to hear debate and discussion on the issues of the day, elevating conversation away from products to focus on the bigger business opportunities. Embrace knowledge, access new perspectives and help define the future. Visit the EXECUTIVE CIRCLE insights hub to discover more inspiring content and to join the community: https://www.servicenow.com/uk/executive-circle.html

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The ServiceNow UK and Ireland Executive Circle podcast invites listeners to hear debate and discussion on the issues of the day, elevating conversation away from products to focus on the bigger business opportunities. Embrace knowledge, access new perspectives and help define the future. 

The ServiceNow UK and Ireland Executive Circle podcast invites listeners to hear debate and discussion on the issues of the day, elevating conversation away from products to focus on the bigger business opportunities. Embrace knowledge, access new perspectives and help define the future.

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Unlocking AI and Digital Transformation: A Conversation with Defra’s CTO 

In this episode of the ServiceNow UK&I Executive Circle Podcast, host Kat Finch speaks with Nick Pearson, CIO of Ricoh Europe, about how the company has successfully evolved from a traditional manufacturer to a technology-driven services business. Nick discusses the complex macro trends impacting European organisations, from shifting business models and tightening margins to the growing need for operational agility. He reflects on Ricoh’s 20-year transformation journey, highlighting how the company has remained resilient by continually pivoting, empowering change-makers, and fostering a culture of innovation. 

The conversation explores the intersection of people and technology in driving digital transformation. Nick shares Ricoh's forward-thinking approach to AI governance and responsible innovation, alongside key themes such as: 
The rise of technical roles reshaping today's workplace. 
Building the skills and mindsets needed for a digital-first workforce. 
Simplifying processes and using sentiment analysis to enhance document management. 
Ricoh's vision to make work easier, smarter, and more human. 
How leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the workplace of the future. 

Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the digital workplace of the future. 

 

If you’ve got an idea for a topic, would like to propose a guest for the show or discuss any of the points raised in this episode with a ServiceNow representative, just send an email to executivecircleuki@servicenow.com  

 

And if you are not already an EXECUTIVE CIRCLE member and would like to learn more about our exclusive membership and all the benefits it brings, please visit.  

In this episode of the&nbsp;ServiceNow UK&amp;I Executive Circle Podcast, host Kat Finch speaks with Nick Pearson, CIO of Ricoh Europe, about how the company has successfully evolved from a traditional&nbsp;manufacturer&nbsp;to a technology-driven services business. Nick discusses the complex macro trends&nbsp;impacting&nbsp;European organisations, from shifting business models and tightening margins to the growing need for operational agility. He reflects on Ricoh&rsquo;s 20-year transformation journey, highlighting how the company has&nbsp;remained&nbsp;resilient by continually pivoting, empowering change-makers, and fostering a culture of innovation.&nbsp;
The conversation explores the intersection of people and technology in driving digital transformation. Nick shares Ricoh's forward-thinking approach to AI governance and responsible innovation, alongside key themes such as:&nbsp;
<ul>
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</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Building the skills and mindsets needed for a digital-first workforce.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Simplifying processes and using sentiment analysis to enhance document management.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Ricoh's vision to make work easier, smarter, and more human.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">How leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the workplace of the future.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how leadership, collaboration, and curiosity are shaping the digital workplace of the future.&nbsp;
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If you&rsquo;ve got an idea for a topic, would like to propose a guest for the show or discuss any of the points raised in this episode with a ServiceNow representative, just send an email to <a href="mailto:executivecircleuki@servicenow.com">executivecircleuki@servicenow.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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And if you are not already an EXECUTIVE CIRCLE member and would like to learn more about our exclusive membership and all the benefits it brings, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.servicenow.com/uk/executive-circle/subscribe.html">visit</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Driving Transformation and Innovation at Ricoh Europe: Navigating Change, AI, and the Future of Work

In this episode of the ServiceNow Executive Circle Podcast, Jacqueline McGirr, VP of Global Change & Employee Experience at Kerry Group, shares her journey and insights on transforming HR service delivery through technology, automation, and AI. Drawing from over two decades at Kerry, Jackie discusses the evolution of their Global Business Services (GBS) model, the importance of integrating IT and HR functions, and how they're using platforms like ServiceNow to streamline and enhance employee experiences globally. 

Jackie also reflects on the role of AI in enabling more human-centred support—balancing automation with empathy, upskilling employees for the future, and preparing for agentic AI. She highlights Kerry’s forward-looking approach, including their newly formed AI Governance Forum and how GBS can evolve from a transactional hub to a strategic engine room for innovation and operational excellence. 

 

If you’ve got an idea for a topic, would like to propose a guest for the show or discuss any of the points raised in this episode with a ServiceNow representative, just send an email to executivecircleuki@servicenow.com  

And if you are not already an EXECUTIVE CIRCLE member and would like to learn more about our exclusive membership and all the benefits it brings, please visit.  

In this episode of the ServiceNow Executive Circle Podcast, Jacqueline McGirr, VP of Global Change &amp; Employee Experience at Kerry Group, shares her journey and insights on transforming HR service delivery through technology, automation, and AI. Drawing from over two decades at Kerry, Jackie discusses the evolution of their Global Business Services (GBS) model, the importance of integrating IT and HR functions, and how&nbsp;they're&nbsp;using platforms like ServiceNow to streamline and enhance employee experiences globally.&nbsp;
Jackie also reflects on the role of AI in enabling more human-centred support&mdash;balancing automation with empathy, upskilling employees for the future, and preparing for agentic AI. She highlights Kerry&rsquo;s forward-looking approach, including their newly formed AI Governance Forum and how GBS can evolve from a transactional hub to a strategic engine room for innovation and operational excellence.&nbsp;
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If you&rsquo;ve got an idea for a topic, would like to propose a guest for the show or discuss any of the points raised in this episode with a ServiceNow representative, just send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:executivecircleuki@servicenow.com">executivecircleuki@servicenow.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
And if you are not already an EXECUTIVE CIRCLE member and would like to learn more about our exclusive membership and all the benefits it brings, please <a href="https://www.servicenow.com/uk/executive-circle/subscribe.html">visit</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

From Service to Strategy: How Kerry Group is transforming employee experience with AI and GBS. 

In this episode of the ServiceNow Executive Circle podcast, Kat Finch sits down with Alex Hunter — global brand expert and former Global Head of Digital at Virgin Group — for a fast-paced, deeply insightful conversation on customer experience, AI, and why brand trust still matters more than ever.

Drawing on stories from his time launching Virgin America to helping brands today navigate generative AI, Alex urges businesses to start with the problem, not the platform. He explores how AI can be used to deepen human connection, not dilute it, and why the brands that succeed are those that focus on making life easier — not noisier — for their customers.

Whether you're in marketing, digital, or C-suite leadership, this is a masterclass in keeping brand experiences human at a time when everything feels increasingly automated.

In this episode of the ServiceNow Executive Circle podcast, Kat Finch sits down with Alex Hunter &mdash; global brand expert and former Global Head of Digital at Virgin Group &mdash; for a fast-paced, deeply insightful conversation on customer experience, AI, and why brand trust still matters more than ever.
Drawing on stories from his time launching Virgin America to helping brands today navigate generative AI, Alex urges businesses to start with the problem, not the platform. He explores how AI can be used to deepen human connection, not dilute it, and why the brands that succeed are those that focus on making life easier &mdash; not noisier &mdash; for their customers.
Whether you're in marketing, digital, or C-suite leadership, this is a masterclass in keeping brand experiences human at a time when everything feels increasingly automated.

Unlocking AI and Digital Transformation: A Conversation with Defra’s CTO

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