Episódios

  • How the NHS is driving patient-centric digital transformation

    How the NHS is driving patient-centric digital transformation
    May 1 2025
    In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse,, host Zoe Cunningham is joined by Shaukat Ali Khan, Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) at NHS, to explore the future of digital healthcare, including the importance of leveraging AI in healthcare, balancing innovation with governance, and creating patient-centric digital transformations.
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    26 minutos
  • How neuroscience can make or break your digital transformation journey

    How neuroscience can make or break your digital transformation journey
    Apr 10 2025
    In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse, host Zoe Cunningham is joined by Kamales Lardi, CEO at Lardi & Partner Consulting, to discuss The Brain Code, how leaders can use neuroscience to break through resistance, foster trust, and build a truly human-centric approach to digital transformation.
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    26 minutos
  • Digital privacy, blockchain and the future of finance with Richard G Brown

    Digital privacy, blockchain and the future of finance with Richard G Brown
    Mar 13 2025
    In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse - The Softwire Podcast, host Zoe Cunningham is joined by Richard G Brown, Founding CTO and Advisor to the CEO at R3. Together, they explore the practical applications of enterprise blockchain, digital currencies, and confidential computing. From scaling high-performance tech teams to navigating emerging technologies, Richard shares invaluable insights on how businesses can evaluate and integrate blockchain solutions for maximum value.
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    26 minutos
  • Building workplace inclusivity for people with disabilities

    Building workplace inclusivity for people with disabilities
    Feb 12 2025
    In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse, host Zoe Cunningham is joined by Sasha Burgoyne, Head of Academy Operations, and Esme Chant, DE&I Lead at Softwire. Together, they discuss the importance of creating inclusive workplaces for employees with disabilities, sharing personal experiences and practical strategies for both employers and employees.
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    21 minutos
  • Supporting women career switchers in tech

    Supporting women career switchers in tech
    Jan 9 2025
    In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse, host Zoe Cunningham explores the challenges and opportunities for women career switchers in tech with Sasha Burgoyne and Esme Chant from Softwire. Join them as they discuss: Why women career switchers need additional support in tech Creating supportive workplace environments for career switchers The value career switchers bring to tech organisations The structure and benefits of the TechSwitch program About Guests Sasha Burgoyne is the co-founder of TechSwitch, an award-winning software development training programme for career switches looking to move into tech, as well as people looking to return to the workplace. She is also Head of Academy at Softwire which delivers training in DevOps and software development and has been part of Softwire’s DEI Working Group since its inception. Esme Chant is the D&I Lead and a People Advisor at Softwire. She has played a key role in enhancing inclusivity within the company by implementing practical solutions, such as neurodiversity awareness training, facilitating reasonable adjustments, and creating a D&I calendar to ensure that various identities are recognised and celebrated. Episode Highlights: [00:00:01] Introduction and welcome [00:00:32] Esme's background and DE&I role [00:00:48] Sasha's role in TechSwitch program [00:01:11] Discussion on supporting women career switchers [00:02:30] Overview of TechSwitch program [00:06:49] Career switchers' value in the workplace [00:08:38] Softwire's workplace support initiatives [00:10:42] LevelUp program details [00:16:11] How to prepare for TechSwitch [00:17:30] TechSwitch application process Resources: TechSwitch- www.techswitch.co.uk Softwire - https://www.softwire.com/ Codecademy - https://www.codecademy.com/ Code Wars - https://www.codewars.com/
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    19 minutos
  • Building strong tech leadership networks in the Age of AI

    Building strong tech leadership networks in the Age of AI
    Dec 12 2024
    In this episode of Softwire Tech Talks, host Zoe Cunningham is joined by Nick Bates, COO of CTO Craft, and Yemi Olegbaiye, Client Portfolio Director at Softwire. Together, they discuss the importance of building strong tech leadership communities, navigating digital transformation, and fostering meaningful connections in the technology sector.
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    28 minutos
  • How to get better at networking

    How to get better at networking
    Nov 28 2024
    It can sometimes feel like people are just born to network, schmooze and hold court. For others, it’s this big, forced, uncomfortable thing that they’d happily avoid forever - especially when some people dominate the room. It doesn’t have to be that way - nor should it be. Because, at its heart, networking is about connection and community. And everyone deserves the opportunity to get involved, get value, and feel part of something. In our latest episode, Helen Jackson (Principal Technical Consultant) and Laura Phillips (Delivery Director), share their experiences and provide sage advice on how you can rethink and reapproach networking: - Key ways to make networking more inclusive at events - How to apply the C-shape (Pac-Man technique) - Other ways to network outside of events - Top tips for being a better networker
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    23 minutos
  • The role of inclusive design in government services

    The role of inclusive design in government services
    Nov 26 2024
    User research is the linchpin behind the core services we rely on in every part of our lives. A fundamental part of the work is inclusive design (also known as universal design) to ensure all products and services work for everybody - regardless of age, ability or circumstance. In our latest episode of The Digital Lighthouse, Softwire’s Research Principal, Callum Bates, delves into all the moving pieces that ensure no stone is left unturned when creating exceptional experiences for everyone.
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    24 minutos