The AI in Business Podcast

• Rethinking Clinical Trials with Faster AI-Driven Decision Making - with Shefali Kakar of Novartis

  Shefali Kakar, Global Head of PK Sciences and Oncology at Novartis, returns to the AI in Business podcast to discuss how AI is reshaping the earliest and most critical phases of drug development—where strategic investment decisions are made long before a clinical trial begins. Together with Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello, Shefali explores how advanced modeling, in silico design, and patient data are creating a clearer picture of risk and return across R&D portfolios. She explains how pharmaceutical organizations are leveraging multi-factorial models to simulate safety, efficacy, and market potential—down to the molecular level. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the 'AI in Business' podcast!

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• Human-Centered Innovation Driving Better Nurse Experiences - with Umesh Rustogi of Microsoft

  Today's guest is Umesh Rustogi, General Manager of Dragon for Nursing, Microsoft Health & Life Sciences. Umesh joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how nursing workflows are straining under documentation burden, and how ambient AI is being built — not repurposed — to fit the realities of frontline care. The conversation also examines practical workflow changes already emerging in the field, as well as early ROI signals to watch for. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the 'AI in Business' podcast!

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• The Biggest Cybersecurity Challenges Facing Regulated and Mid-Market Sectors - with Cody Barrow of EclecticIQ

  Today's guest is Cody Barrow, CEO at EclecticIQ. EclecticIQ is a global cybersecurity leader specializing in threat intelligence technology. Cody joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss how AI-driven analytics and automation are revolutionizing threat detection and response in enterprise cybersecurity. Barrow also highlights practical improvements in workflow automation, early threat identification, and measurable ROI through reduced breach risks and operational efficiency. This episode is sponsored by EclecticIQ. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the 'AI in Business' podcast!

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• Overcoming Cloud Complexity in Mid Market Operations - with Dirk Michiels of Savaco

  Today's guest is Dirk Michiels, CEO of Savaco. Savaco is a Belgium-based managed service provider specializing in hybrid cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and enterprise software deployment. Michiels joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss the transformative role of hybrid cloud architectures in enterprise data and AI strategies. He also highlights how seamless integration, enhanced security protocols, and optimized deployment workflows lead to faster innovation and measurable ROI for modern organizations. This episode is sponsored by Xurrent. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the 'AI in Business' podcast!

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• From Hiring to Growth and the Future of Workforce Strategy - with Meghna Punhani of Eightfold AI

  Today's guest is Meghna Punhani, Chief People Officer at Eightfold AI. Eightfold AI provides an AI-powered platform for talent management, helping organizations optimize hiring, internal mobility, and workforce development. Meghna joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss how HR leaders can adopt AI responsibly to enhance workforce capabilities and drive strategic impact. She also shares practical insights on reengineering HR workflows, leveraging AI for candidate screening and internal mobility, and building human-centered ethical guardrails for AI implementation. This episode is sponsored by Eightfold AI. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the 'AI in Business' podcast!

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