Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions — The Podcast
We are Hitachi Solutions. A global, Microsoft systems integrator delivering end-to-end business transformation through advisory services, industry and technology expertise, and implementation excellence. Join us as our team shares how we’re working with customers just like you — delivering outcomes, tackling challenges, and leveraging technology to accelerate their business modernization initiatives.
Episodes
89 episodes
Finding Calm in the AI Storm
In the latest episode of Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions, host Matt Volke dives into the whirlwind of recent AI developments alongside esteemed guests Dr. Michael Green, Director of Product Management at Hitachi Solutions, and Dave Horstein, S...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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28:10
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Your AI Change Survival Guide
Join Advisory Host Dave Horstein with Change Management Expert Ian Park as they unpack AI prioritization for leaders everywhere in every org. This one's got something in here for YOU.Listen to this episode and take away tools and tips...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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25:14
5 Stages of AI Maturity
Unpacking the 5 Stages of AI Maturity with Hitachi SolutionsIn this episode of "Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions," host Dave Horstein explores the journey of AI value creation with guests Ryan Caputo and Chris Bennett. The discuss...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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26:24
AI Headlines LIVE from CES 2025 in Las Vegas
Hear from the Hitachi Solutions Team on All Things AI CES is the world’s largest electronic exhibition in the world. And the number one topic on everyone’s mind is AI. In the acres upon acres of technology – from robotic ...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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10:49
Contact Center Transformation: Why You Cannot Afford to Ignore AI in Your Contact Center
In this episode of Exchanges, host Hannah Story joins guests Jonathan Yundt, Industry Director, Healthcare & Insurance at Hitachi Solutions, and Andrew Montgomery, Director, Business Applications at Microsoft, as they discuss ...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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29:26
The Data MVP Your Company Needs on Your Team
In this episode of Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions, host Laurel Greszler dives into the newly launched Databricks MVP program and its significance for Hitachi Solutions' customers. Hear from Hitachi Solutions Sr. Technical Product Manager Dr. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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15:28
For Successful AI Transformation — Unlock the Power of your People
Today's episode is an encore presentation.In this special edition of Exchanges, Marketing Manager Laurel Greszler turns the tables on regular host Dave Horstein, Advisor Senior Director, to uncover valuable insights for business ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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18:41
The Evolving Landscape of AI Security
The rapid integration of AI systems into our daily lives brings both immense potential and significant security challenges. While we're not yet facing full-scale "AI wars," as we lightly tread through on this cast for spooky Halloween timelines...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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29:54
FabCon 2024 Report: Microsoft Fabric News You Can Use
FabCon Europe 2024 is in the books! With experts on the ground in Stockholm, we take some time to walk the dog on the conference news and offer perspective for Microsoft Fabric top takeaways for business leaders considering or alr...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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17:02
Expert Insights on Microsoft Copilot in Financial Services
Hear industry experts, Adam Piercy from Hitachi Solutions and Peter Goth from Microsoft, discuss how financial services organizations can harness the power of Microsoft Copilot and Dynamics 365 for transformative business impact.
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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42:42
Power Platform Community Conference Primer with Hitachi Solutions
Leaning into Season 5 of Exchanges: A Podcast by Hitachi Solutions for Business Executives Seeking a Way to Breakdown the Complex World of Modern Transformation. For this fun first episode, join our RSD (Rapid Solution Devel...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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20:42
Navigating the 2024 Cyber Crash: Key Security Takeaways for Business Leaders
Join Hitachi Solutions Security and Advisory Experts, Michael Steel and Dave Horstein, as they delve into the CrowdStrike update incident that affected industries worldwide, from airlines to Starbucks. In this episode of E...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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28:14
How Low Code Solutions Drive Innovation in the Era of AI
Join our host and advisory expert Dave Horstein, alongside low code expert Joel Lindstrom, as they delve into "Rapid Value Delivery." This thoughtful and fun episode unpacks how low code tools can enhance daily efficiency — from a...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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29:08
Anatomy of a Microsoft Partner in the AI Era
Hosted by Advisory Director Dave Horstein with Tom Galambos, President and Global CEO of Hitachi Solutions & Microsoft Global Alliance Executive for HitachiKey Discussion Points:Hitachi Solutions Wins Partner o...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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23:30
Accelerate Your Data & AI Journey with Hitachi Solutions, Microsoft & Databricks
In this episode, Host Matt Volke is joined by Hitachi Solutions Senior Solutions Architect for Microsoft Azure, Chris Bennett to talk about what it means to be a Microsot and a Databricks solutions partner, and we leverage our expert...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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9:48
Business Insight: How Application Innovation is Evolving in the Era of AI
Advisory expert Dave Horstein meets with Application Engineers Jan Nelson, Kalyan Koppineedi and Lucas Pains to talk about how AI is — and is NOT — changing how they solve for business for our customers. This is a great...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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25:54
Leveraging AI to Navigate the New Landscape of Selling Medicare Advantage
How will this episode help me?According to Forrester, there could be close to 40 million people who will be eligible for Medicare Advantage in the next ten years. Additionally, their report states that the Congressional Budget Off...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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21:05
The Powerhouse Data Trio: Hitachi Solutions, Microsoft, and Databricks
In this episode, we’re joined by Fred Heller, Senior Director of Data Science and Machine Learning for and Senior Principal & Solution Architect Chris Bennett from Hitachi Solutions to discuss the key highlights and expectations for the upc...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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13:32
Check Out Our "Top 5" Listens on DATA
This week, we take a few minutes to review some of our recent episodes on DATA, which seems to be on the tip of everyone's tongue when talking about their priorities for business transformation in the era of AI. ... find out WHY data leads the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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4:21
RAGS to Data Riches, a 2024 Databricks Data & AI Summit Preview with Dr. Michael Green
In this episode of EXCHANGES, host Matt Volke, product marketing manager for Hitachi Solutions, dives into a discussion with Dr. Michael Green, data scientist and product manager for the Lumada Empower Data Platform. Dr. Green, about his upcomi...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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7:42
Focus on Generative AI Use Cases for Healthcare
Generative AI has been making a lot of news not just for the flash of new tech, but because of the results it’s driving. According to McKinsey, companies are seeing a 40% increase in productivity through AI-driven automation. In thi...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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21:35
6 Key Considerations for Successful Business Transformation Lead to Your Data Strategy
Your Thought Leaders for this Episode:Dave Horstein, Host, Senior Advisory ConsultantGreg Gant, Vice President of Corporate DevelopmentHannah Farley, Vice President of Advisory ServicesOvervi...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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24:00
Key Highlights & Actionable Tips from Microsoft's Premier Fabric Conference in Las Vegas!
Podcast SummaryTitle: Microsoft Fabric Conference Wrap Up with Hitachi SolutionsPodcast Air Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024Featuring: Brad Koontz hosts with Sandeep Pawar and Miles Cole
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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11:46
The Power of Collaboration: Advancing Healthcare with a Data-Centric Approach to AI — with Special Guest Paulo Pinho from Discern Health
What does a tattoo have to do with patient experience?How do you gain trust around AI?What impact does collaboration have on the future of data and AI in healthcare?In this episode ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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25:18