Episode 7

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11th May 2020

Get Ready for Industry 4.0

A big picture thinker, intellectually curious, savvy problem solver, artfully combines technology and business expertise to help global corporations in the pharmaceutical, life science, and electronics manufacturing drive corporate and stakeholder value improvement through innovation and emerging technologies. Nick-named "the firehouse" for the depth and breadth of her knowledge, Joanne Friedman has lead the transition of tech R&D into a respected product ideation and technology consulting firm focusing on the Fourth Industrial Revolution and helping enterprises transform business models to derive more returned value on their enabling digital technology investments. 

Against the backdrop of COVID-19, we are tasked with enormous challenges and opportunities.  As tough as things are at the moment, Joanne believes that every lousy situation also brings an opportunity to those who know where to look… and the good news is, you’re just in time to benefit from what is likely to be one of the most significant investment opportunities ever with what’s been happening to technology markets around the World during this crisis, there’s a huge potential for gains if you know what you are doing.  Joanne and the #nomadfuturist discuss how enterprise and technologies are modifying their strategies and design approach given the surge in end-user demand and how COVID-19 will further impact the industry. 

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Nomad Futurist
The #nomadfuturist show is a true tech podcast phenomenon. The two hosts are technologists and futurists, so they really know their stuff, and following their in-depth conversations feels like you have a backstage pass to a gathering of the best of the
The nomads put a new spin on the tech genre by shining a light not only on technology but also on the human side of the digital age. Tune in if you find yourself thinking about how to integrate into the digital landscape and be a part of the evolving industry.

For over two decades, Phil and Nabeel have provided a powerful catalyst for organizations to create a vision of the future and the will to innovate. As futurists, they deliver a dynamic and entertaining vision of change, blending technology, economics, demographics, culture, and human nature.

With real business experience and a deep understanding of technology, the two nomads know the difference between science fiction and useful forecasting. Rather than focusing on the distant future, they devote themselves to scanning the horizon for emerging technologies and disruptive shifts in human behavior, thereby sharing a compelling vision of tomorrow’s opportunities.