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.

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In this Community Week special, host Lauren McManamon is joined by fellow advocate Kristy Merriam and guest Dharti Shah, a Certified Technical Architect, to discuss the intersection of career, community, and parenting. From Dharti’s journey through the CTA program to the shared experiences she and Kristy have as mothers of children on the autism spectrum, the conversation explores how personal challenges shape professional growth, how ServiceNow skills translate into life lessons, and the importance of support systems, both at home and in the developer community.

⏱️ Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction of Hosts
• 01:43 Introduction of Guest, Dharti Shah
• 05:29 Discussing the ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) Program
• 09:27 Balancing Work, Parenting, and Going Above and Beyond
• 18:16 New Perspectives Offered By Parenting
• 19:31 The Importance of "The Village" We Surround Ourselves With
• 21:30 Misconceptions About Being Working Parents
• 26:16 Advice For Women In Tech
• 31:28 Tech Trends Impacting Work Life, Home Life, and the Neurodivergent Community
• 37:51 Final Words of Wisdom
• 39:43 Conclusion

🔗 Links

• The Certified Technical Architect Application
• The ServiceNow World Forums
• The ServiceNow Developer Site
• The Developer Advocate Blog

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If Caleb Hammer hosted a show for CIOs, this would be the episode. 💥

Kat and Pete sit down to deliver the roast every IT leader needs - unpacking how technical debt quietly drains innovation, creates risk exposure, and costs you 27% interest on every “quick fix”.

In this episode:
🚨 Why tech debt isn’t an IT issue - it’s an organizational problem
💸 The real cost of duplicate platforms, workarounds, and “Jimmy’s app”
🧱 How to renovate your tech foundations without stopping innovation
🤖 Why ignoring integration points will haunt your AI strategy
🧭 Practical steps to measure, manage, and reduce tech debt for good If your IT architecture looks like a house with rotting walls - this is your sign to call an intervention.

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--- Hosted by ServiceNow's human agents: Peter McDonnell, Chief Transformation Officer and Katrina Read, Director of Transformation APJ

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After 5 years of doing the podcast, time to revisit the past. Juan and Tim look at where this all started, how we are making progress in data, and where is history repeating itself. Listen for some #HonestNoBS takes about the data world!

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of medical referral management with insights from Drew Koerner, Healthcare CTO at ServiceNow, and Elevsis Delgadio, SVP Customer Success at KeenStack. We explore how these two industry leaders are partnering to address the challenges of referral leakage, improve hospital revenue, and enhance patient care through the power of automation and AI. Learn about the evolution of healthcare technology solutions, the role of ServiceNow in streamlining workflows, and how KeenStack builds on these capabilities to revolutionize the healthcare referral process. Don't miss this detailed discussion on how innovative technology is shaping the future of healthcare management.

For more information, visit:
https://www.servicenow.com/products/healthcare-life-sciences.html https://keenstack.com/

Guests: Drew Koerner - Chief Technology Officer, Healthcare at ServiceNow
Elevsis Delgadillo - SVP, Customer Success at KeenStack
Host: Bobby Brill

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:28 Meet Drew Koerner: ServiceNow's Healthcare CTO
00:56 Meet Elev Delgado: SVP Customer Success at KeenStack
01:37 Understanding Medical Referral Management
01:53 ServiceNow's Role in Medical Referral Management
03:25 KeenStack's Contribution to Referral Management
04:03 Challenges in Referral Management
05:11 ServiceNow's Workflow Automation in Healthcare
13:55 Leveraging AI for Efficient Referral Management
21:11 Future Roadmap for KeenStack
22:46 Outro

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This episode's co-host, Laszlo Balla, and Lauren McManamon sat down with Thomas Richter and Luis Caroll to unpack RaptorDB: the new database technology powering ServiceNow’s future. They shared the story from startup roots to acquisition, and explained how Raptor DB delivers faster performance, real-time analytics, and AI-ready scale, all while staying seamless for developers and customers.

⏱️ Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction of Hosts
• 02:37 Introduction of Guests: Thomas Richter & Luis Carril
• 07:14 What IS RaptorDB? 10:14 How Is RaptorDB Different?
• 21:09 Has AI Changed Prioritization of RaptorDB’s Needs?
• 23:21 Origin of the Name “RaptorDB”
• 27:18 How Do I Get Access as a Customer?
• 29:35 Why Choose Pro Over Standard?
• 30:43 How Can I Tell If My Instance Is Running RaptorDB Already?
• 44:53 Recommended Education
• 46:22 What’s Next for RaptorDB *SAFE HARBOR*
• 50:16 Conclusion

🔗 Links

• RaptorDB Product Hub
• RaptorDB Zurich Docs
• The ServiceNow World Forums
• The ServiceNow Developer Site
• The Developer Advocate Blog

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On September 30th, ServiceNow's AI Experience launched, and with it came one of the most transformative new features: Web Agents! On this week's episode of Break Point, Lauren McManamon was joined by returning guest, Jingfei Chen, to unveil how Web Agents automate tasks by navigating browser UIs like a human. Learn how this catch-all agent works, where it fits alongside APIs and RPA, and why it’s set to change how developers approach automation.

⏱️ Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction
• 02:37 What ARE ServiceNow Web Agents?
• 07:09 So, Web Agents Are Not ONLY Accessible Through Chat?
• 09:41 How Are Web Agents Similar/Different From RPA?
• 12:25 What Are Some Cornerstone Use Cases for Web Agents?
• 17:19 What Are the V1 Capabilities / Limitations of Web Agents?
• 18:47 What Are Web Agent Best Practices? 22:18 Where Can People Try Out Web Agents?
• 23:55 What’s On the Roadmap for Web Agents? *SAFE HARBOR*
• 27:01 How Have Priorities Changed to Meet Market Expectations?
• 29:50 What Are Initial Customer Thoughts on Web Agents?
• 31:11 Where Can People Provide Feedback on Web Agents?
• 32:02 Call to Action
• 33:57 Conclusion

🔗 Links

• Jingfei Chen's LinkedIn
• AI Experience Release Event
• Get to Know Now Assist AI Web Agent
• The ServiceNow World Forums
• The ServiceNow Developer Site
• The Developer Advocate Blog

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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.

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