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Making Data Simple

2018-09-19 – 2025-12-03 Podcasts Visit website ↗

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Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM, Making Data Simple cuts through the hype to reveal how data and AI reshape the modern enterprise.

Thought leaders, researchers, and innovators share firsthand lessons on leading teams, scaling analytics, and driving real-world impact—delivered in Al’s signature straightforward, witty style.

Tune in to Making Data Simple today.  From data and AI breakthroughs to leadership hacks, top experts drop actionable gems that help businesses thrive in a data-driven world. #MakingDataSimple #AI #Leadership

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Deborah Leff talks about Demystifying AI

2020-05-20 Listen
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Send us a text Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.

Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, we have Deborah Leff, Global Leader and Industry CTO, Data Science and AI Elite Team. Deborah is an Industry specialist for consumer and travel. In this week’s podcast we talk about demystifying AI and supporting customers around the world with Data Science and AI solutions.

Show Notes 1:10 Deborah explains the mission. 2:46 Deborah talks about transformational technology 14:36 American Airline reference on YouTube link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1PgNr8VMLc  13:24 Deborah Medium paper reference "AI Demands a New Perspective" - https://medium.com/@deborah.leff 22:39 Deborah Instagram account - https://www.instagram.com/ deborah.leff 23:50 and 26:04 Deborah LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahleff/

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.

Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Covid-19 interview with Dr. Kyu Rhee

2020-05-13 Listen
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Dr. Kyu Rhee (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract

This week on Making Data Simple, we have a returning guest Dr. Kyu Rhee VP & Chief Health Officer IBM and IBM Watson Health, discussing the Covid-19 pandemic and how we prepare and react individually and as a country. What can we do for ourselves and how this pandemic affects the economy. And when do we see a light at the end of the tunnel. Show Notes 1. https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/author/kyurhee/ 2. https://www.ibm.com/impact/covid-19/ Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.

Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Additional resources:

IBM Watson Health COVID-19 Resources: https://www.ibm.com/watson-health/covid-19 IBM Watson Health: Micromedex with Watson: https://www.ibm.com/products/dynamed-and-micromedex-with-watson How governments are rising to the challenge of COVID-19: https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/governments-agencies-rising-challenge-of-covid-19/ (edited) 

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

AI Adoption Practices for the Enterprise feat. Christine Livingston

2020-04-29 Listen
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Christine Livingston (Perficient) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract On this week of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Christine Livingston, Managing Director and Chief Scientist at Perficient. Christine talks us through her approach to AI within the consulting and enterprise industries, along with how she and her team have been managing workloads during COVID-19. Tune in to hear more.  Connect with Christine LinkedIn Perficient Show Notes 09:41 - Check out Watson Assistant here. 10:06 - Learn more about natural language processing here. 25:30 - Here are 5 reasons why you should choose to DIY.    Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Decision Optimization for COVID-19 feat. Wennie Allen and Brittany Bogle

2020-04-22 Listen
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Wennie Allen (IBM Data and AI) , Al Martin (IBM) , Brittany Bogle

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, we are joined by Wennie Allen, Director of Data Science Elite Business, and Brittany Boggle, Senior Data Scientist at IBM. Together, they provide an update on the new initiatives the DSE team are embarking on during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes employing data optimization and AI decision-making procedures to assist ICU facilities and estimate ventilator demand. Tune-in to find out more.  Connect with Wennie LinkedIn Twitter Connect with Brittany LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 05:52 - Click here to learn why you should consider taking up a new hobby while physical distancing.  17:52 - Discover more about the Data Science Elite team here. 33:49 - Get up to speed with agile methodology here. 39:02 - Check out the Data and AI portfolio here.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Data Analysis for Pandemics feat. Emmanuel Letouzé

2020-03-18 Listen
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Emmanuel Letouzé (Data-Pop Alliance) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Emmanuel Letouzé, PhD, Director and Co-Founder of Data-Pop Alliance. Emmanuel comes from an extensive academic background, specializing in subjects such as data science, political science, economics and demography. He speaks about key takeaways he's had from his research, applying the knowledge to new projects and issues, including the recent pandemic of COVID-19.  Connect with Emmanuel LinkedIn Datapopalliance.org Twitter Art Manu Cartoons Twitter Show Notes 03:37 - Get some answers to your questions on social distancing in this NYTimes article here. 16:19 - Learn more on demography here. 20:31 - AI can now make predictions on demography on only knowing your name. Find out more here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Tips on Staying Relevant in the IT Industry with Jacques Roy

2020-02-26 Listen
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Jacques Roy (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest this week is Jacques Roy, Executive IT Specialist for Watson Data and AI at IBM. Jacques has extensive experience within IBM's technical engagement groups, on both sales and development teams. He talks us through the need to continue to evolve with the industry, as failing to do so can often lead you to become obsolete and less competitive within the job market. He argues that the effort required to get up to speed is more often less demanding than what it may seem, and he has created a youtube channel dedicated to helping others become apart of the conversation.  Connect with Jacques LinkedIn Twitter  YouTube Medium Show Notes 01:36 - Check out these cool things to do in Portland. 07:05 - Are you new to sales? Take a look at these tips for getting started in the industry.  18:57 - This article focuses on how the Database Administrator role is changing. 23:39 - Get an overview of Informix here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

AI Ethics for the Real World with Frank Kane

2020-02-05 Listen
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Frank Kane (Sundog Software) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Frank Kane, Founder of Sundog Software. Frank's diverse career has allowed him to develop a thorough understanding of various data science and business concepts. The conversation ranges from how Frank got his start developing video games, to the importance of maintaining your skills for personal marketability. Host Al Martin and Frank also discuss the growing concern for ethics in computing that may be unknown to some.    Connect with Frank LinkedIn Sundog Education Udemy Twitter Show Notes 07:07 - See here how Netflix uses machine learning to recommend what to watch.  13:21 - "Good intention are not enough." Click here to checkout a similar Forbes article. 15:52 - Check out this medium article, emphasizing the need for humanities majors in tech. 27:18 - Here are 5 ways to keep up your coding skills while working as a manager. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Goals for 2020: Clearing a Path for Success with Rob Thomas

2020-01-22 Listen
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Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract On this week's episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Rob Thomas, who is General Manager for IBM's Data and AI team. Rob discusses his recent media features on CNN and Fox News, giving his remarks on those experiences. He also gives his predictions on the IT industries for 2020, noting upcoming challenges. We are also treated to a more personal side of Rob, as he reveals his New Year's resolutions and goals. Tune-in to find out.  Connect with Rob Twitter LinkedIn Personal Website IBM THINK Blogs Show Notes 05:41 - Check out this article on effective methods of time management. 12:53 - Forbes agrees, saying AI needs to be implemented the right way. 27:28 - Find out more on IBM Cloud Pak for Data here. 31:14 - Learn more about Watson Internet of Things (IoT) here. 34:58 - Read here on how Google's AI built another AI.      42:22 - Are you also looking to run the New York Marathon? Here are some tips on how to enter. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

100th Episode Special: Uncovering a Mad Scientist feat. John Cohn - Part 2

2020-01-15 Listen
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John Cohn (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract In part 2 of 2 of our 100th episode special, John Cohn follows-up on his experience following the tragic death of his second son, while learning to remain optimistic and look to other opportunities in life. A self-proclaimed technology optimist, John shares his perspective on the state of various tech-related fields and why yielding development could harm true progress.  Connect with John LinkedIn Passion//Project Article Twitter Show Notes 05:54 - Check out this Venture Beat article on AI ethics. 07:30 - See John Cohn's Veremin project here. 24:29 - Here are 7 ways to bring passion to your work.   Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Holiday Replay] - Defining Watson with Beth Smith

2019-12-25 Listen
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Beth Smith (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Happy Holidays from the Making Data Simple team!

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM.  Connect with Beth LinkedIn Twitter IBM Blogs Show Notes 03:00 - Discover the Watson family of products by IBM. 03:09 - Check out this video by MIT Technology Review, showing some context to the inaugural Jeopardy! game debut.   08:28 - This article investigates the emergence of the AI era. 22:35 - Check out this article explaining why the customer experience matters. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Stories from the Field FINALE - Data Driven Logistics

2019-12-18 Listen
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Wennie Allen (IBM Data and AI) , Gordon Johnson (DHL) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, we have a joint finale for the series Stories from the Field. Hosts Al Martin and Wennie Allen have a discussion with Gordon Johnson, Global Head of Optimization for DHL. We get an insider's perspective on data within the shipping and logistics world, helping optimize shipping methods to get medical supplies where they are needed most.  Connect with Gordon LinkedIn Connect with Wennie LinkedIn Big Data Hub Show Notes 02:20 - Learn more here about how big data analytics is making an impact at DHL. 09:43 - Check out this article on how AI changes the Logistics Industry. 17:43 - Find out more about how machine learning is changing supply chain management here. 20:33 - Discover what incubators are all about here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Marketing Tactics for the Data Industry with Scott Hebner

2019-12-11 Listen
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Scott Hebner (IBM Data and AI) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest this week is Scott Hebner, VP and CMO for IBM Data and AI. This episode revolves around the marketing industry and tactics employed by those in the field. Scott walks us through his perspectives and insights. Connect with Scott LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 03:38 - Unsure what the cloud business is all about? Take a look at IBM's complete guide here. 11:30 - Click here to learn about data silos and why they will harm your business.  13:36 - Learn about how big data and AI work together in this article. 28:44 - Find out more about data lakes and data swamps here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Defining Watson with Beth Smith

2019-11-27 Listen
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Beth Smith (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM.  Connect with Beth LinkedIn Twitter IBM Blogs Show Notes 03:00 - Discover the Watson family of products by IBM. 03:09 - Check out this video by MIT Technology Review, showing some context to the inaugural Jeopardy! game debut.   08:28 - This article investigates the emergence of the AI era. 22:35 - Check out this article explaining why the customer experience matters. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

The State of Design and A.I. with Adam Cutler and Milena Pribić

2019-11-13 Listen
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Milena Pribić (IBM) , Adam Cutler (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week, we are joined by Adam Cutler, IBM Distinguished Designer, and Milena Pribić, IBM Advisory Designer. Adam and Milena offer their perspectives on the growing need for improved design, inherent bias found in AI models, and the importance of considering the humanities in future projects. All this and more in this episode of Making Data Simple. Connect with Adam LinkedIn Twitter Connect with Milena LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 07:55 - Find out more about the ethics of AI here. 11:55 - Learn the differences between a maker, designer, and engineer in this article. 33:43 - Bias in AI will only increase in the coming years. This article discusses how we will fight it. 38:23 - This article looks at the pros and cons of both open and closed concept offices. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Finding New A.I. Use Cases with Paul Zikopoulos

2019-11-06 Listen
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Paul Zikopoulos (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week, Paul Zikopolous, IBM VP Big Data Cognitive Systems, makes a highly anticipated return to Making Data Simple. Paul gives an update to what he's been working on, including his A.I. tracking app which saw an interesting use case at a recent Luke Bryan concert. We are also given some insight to the state of data and the rest of the industry. Host Al Martin then finishes things off by discussing what it means to lead a team, and tips for growing your career.  Connect with Paul LinkedIn  Twitter IBM Blogs Show Notes 02:43 - Learn about the technology Paul employed to make his detection app here. 07:02 - Read more about Watson Anywhere here.  20:20 - Check out Auto AI here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Clarifying Decision Optimization and Analytics with Carlvin Paris

2019-10-23 Listen
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Carlvin Paris (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest for this week is Carlvin Paris, IBM North America Data Science & AI Sales Leader. Host Al Martin helps curate the conversation towards decision optimization and analytics, while Carlvin offers his insight to the state of the data science industry. Tune in for a technical, yet approachable discussion. Connect with Carlvin LinkedIn Show Notes 05:37 - Take a look at this article which aims to explain the journey of a data scientist. 08:33 - Learn more about descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics here. 26:00 - Check out the IBM DTE site and YouTube channel to increase your knowledge of other Data and A.I. concepts. 26:30 - Take a look at Informs website through this link.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Reforming Design Leadership with Arin Bhowmick

2019-10-16 Listen
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Arin Bhowmick (IBM Cloud, Data and AI) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Arin Bhowmick, vice president and Chief Design Officer for IBM Cloud, Data and AI. Host Al Martin strikes up a conversation on what defines good design, why user experience is critical to product development, along with tips for good leadership and company culture. Tune in for a high-value discussion. Connect with Arin LinkedIn Twitter Medium Show Notes 04:17 - Check out this medium article on the importance of design.  09:07 - Click here to look at IBM's page for design thinking.  24:35 - Learn more on Human-Computer interaction here. 27:14 - Is A.I. scary? Read how Watson answered this question here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

The Current State of Data and AI in the Enterprise with Seth Dobrin

2019-09-11 Listen
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Seth Dobrin (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Seth Dobrin is back for his third episode on Making Data Simple. Seth talks us through the current innovations IBM is working on and shares his advice for leading teams and motivating efforts. Seth also tells it like it is on the state of AI. How close is business to actually running AI? Seth weighs in. Connect with Seth Dobrin LinkedIn Show Notes 04:05 - Learn more about the Chief Data Officer (CDO) position here. 06:49 - Find out more about the Data Science Elite team here. 13:41 - Here are 7 tips to growing your talent pipeline.  20:14 - Check out this article on the current state of AI.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn and Twitter. Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Exploring Marketing Insights with Jayson Gehri

2019-09-04 Listen
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Jayson Gehri (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text In this episode of Making Data Simple, our guest is Jayson Gehri, Marketing Director for the IBM Hybrid Data Management portfolio. Host Al Martin turns to Jayson to provide marketing insights, specifically regarding the technology sector. Together, they cut through the jargon and explain some of the most important marketing concepts that you should be considering. Connect with Jayson Gehri LinkedIn Show Notes 02:52 - Check out this article offering their thoughts on the state of Data and AI.  04:57 - Get a sneak peak on what the new Tesla truck may look like, thanks to these renderings.  14:26 - Here's a profile on Edward Bernays. 18:55 - Here are 8 Keys to a Strong Marketing Strategy. 21:16 - Learn more about the Maldives here. Connect with the Team Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn.  Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.

Content Manager Eric Hausken - LinkedIn. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Trains, Planes, and AI, with Kent Collins

2019-08-21 Listen
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Kent Collins (BNSF Railway Inc.) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.

This week, host Al Martin chats with Kent Collins, the solutions architect at BNSF Railway Inc. Al just did a panel with Kent in June at IDUG North America 2019, one of the premiere Db2 conferences. They talk about evolving technology, professional roles, and business opportunities -- and Kent shares his expertise on how to use statistics.

Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher

Show Notes 01:25 - Connect with Kent Collins on LinkedIn. 11:45 - What is Edge Computing?

44:05 - Blog: Enterprise Db2

Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn and Twitter. Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.

Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Rebroadcast] Machine Learning for Dummies

2019-08-16 Listen
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Daniel Kirsch (Hurwitz & Associates) , Judith Hurwitz (Hurwitz & Associates) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text The authors of Machine Learning for Dummies – Judith Hurwitz, and Daniel Kirsch — are here to help you. In this episode, Judith, Daniel and Al discuss the state of machine learning today, how to use it to advance your business as well as discoveries they made while writing their book. Learn how small and large businesses alike can find insights from data to enhance relationships with customers. We’ll also share where you can get a copy of Machine Learning for Dummies at no cost. Show notes 01.00 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter and LinkedIn. 01.10 Connect with Kate Nichols on Twitter and LinkedIn. 01.15 Connect with Fatima Sirhindi on Twitter and LinkedIn. 02.00 Learn more about Hurwitz & Associates. 02.10 Connect with Judith Hurwitz on Twitter, LinkedIn and find her blog here. 03.20 Connect with Daniel Kirsch on Twitter and  Hurwitz & Associates 04.00 Read Machine Learning for Dummiesby Judith Hurwitz and Daniel Kirsch. 04.40 Learn what neural nets are here. 04.50 Learn more about Arthur Samuel here. 05.00 Learn more about how Deep Blue beat the world chess champion. 15.39 Learn more about Apache Hadoop.  17.30 Learn more about IBM Watson. 26.50 Find Cognitive Computing and Big Data Analytics by Judith Hurwitz, Marcia Kaufman and Adrian Bowles. 27.45 FindEverybody Lies: Big Data, New Data and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Human Evolution and AI, with Jennifer Sukis

2019-08-14 Listen
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Jennifer Sukis (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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This week’s guest on the Making Data Simple podcast is Jennifer Sukis, design principal for AI and machine learning at IBM. Jennifer shares her philosophies and ideas on what constitutes as great design, specifically for applications in AI. Be sure to listen to the end, where host Al Martin poses questions for Jennifer to share about her crucial career decisions as well as advice for young women considering a similar path. Show Notes 01:25 - Connect with Jennifer Sukis on LinkedIn and Twitter.  05:49 - Check out this infographic on the The Present and Future of AI in Design. 14:24 - Watch Simon Sinek's TED Talk on the Why, When, How here. 26:23 - Click here to read why transparency matters.  32:04 - Listen to Jennifer's podcast AI Zen with Andrew and Jen.

Connect with the Team Producer Steve Moore - LinkedIn and Twitter. Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn and Twitter. Producer Rachit Sharma - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.

Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Thinking and Writing about AI with Tom Taulli - [Season 3 - Episode 28]

2019-07-31 Listen
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Al Martin (IBM) , Tom Taulli (Forbes)

Send us a text  This week, host Al Martin chats with Tom Taulli. Tom is a blogger, investor, and an advisor to startups. He frequently writes about AI for Forbes. He is also an author of several books, including How to Create the Next Facebook: Seeing Your Startup Through, from Idea to IPO and The Complete M&A Handbook.

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Show notes:  00:05 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn. 00:20 - Connect with Producer Lana Cosic on linkedIn. 00:25 - Connect with Host Al Martin on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:30 - Connect with Tom Taulli on LinkedIn and Twitter. 45:00 - Visit Tom's Website 46:00 - Preorder Book: Artificial Intelligence Basics Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Stories from the Field: Ep.3 - Success in AI adoption: customer experience and beyond

2019-07-24 Listen
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Wennie Allen (IBM Data and AI) , Carlo Appugliese (IBM)

Send us a text  According to the Economist, 70 percent of business executives rated analytics as “very” or “extremely important,” but just 2 percent say they have achieved “broad positive results.” In this episode of Stories from the Field, host Wennie Allen talks to Carlo Appugliese of the IBM Data Science and AI Elite Team about his insights from more than 100 client engagements to improve business outcomes quickly. They discuss top challenges and barriers to AI adoption, as well as expert advice on how to overcome them. You will hear how companies are succeeding in achieving ROI and business objectives. Finally, Carlo shares his perspective on how to get started with data science and AI. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Data Meets Design with David Townsend - [Season 3 - Episode 27]

2019-07-17 Listen
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David Townsend (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text On this episode of Making Data Simple, host Al Martin chats with David Townsend, the head of design for IBM Data and AI. Before IBM, David was working as the design director, brand components and user experience for General Motors. His areas of design include multi-cloud, machine learning, AI, data visualization and augmented reality. Listen to learn about IBM design thinking and more.

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Show notes:  00:00 - Check out Making Data Simple on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:05 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn. 00:20 - Connect with Producer Lana Cosic on LinkedIn. 00:25 - Connect with Host Al Martin on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:40 - Connect with David Townsend on LinkedIn. 06:35 - What is ICP for Data? 18:10 - What is Offering Management (OM)? 34:30 - What is Design Thinking? Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.