Welcome back to part two of our conversation with Ralf Hellebrand, Head of Division IT Transformation at Vodafone, hosted by Charley Lucas, Interim IT Manager at Annapurna.
In this episode, they dive deeper into the challenges and opportunities organisations face in 2025 and beyond, with a strong focus on how artificial intelligence is driving transformation.
Ralf explores how changing motivations and increasing complexity, both in business and everyday life, are pushing organisations to rethink their structures. He explains how AI can help solve many of these challenges by improving efficiency, engagement, and decision-making.
They also discuss the growing influence of IT in industries that weren’t traditionally tech-driven, the dangers of siloed working, and why integrating teams is key to successful transformation.
Drawing from his extensive experience, Ralf shares real-world examples of businesses that have successfully leveraged AI to reshape processes, enhance transparency, and strengthen collaboration between employees and leadership.
Tune in to discover how AI is shaping the future of work and what organisations must do to stay ahead.
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