IpX True North Podcast

We explore how professional and continuing education builds a lifelong learning ecosystem, why micro-credentials and digital badges matter, and how global partnerships expand opportunity from Western Kansas to campuses abroad. We share practical steps for employers to upskill teams and pathways that turn CM2 certifications into badges and credit.

• defining PCE as skills-first learning for careers
• why skills expire f...

Purdue weaves CM2 and PLM into engineering technology so students learn to manage change, trust data, and reduce waste before their first job. We share classroom-to-club examples, why process beats tools, and how model-based practices build career-ready systems thinkers.

• integrating CM2 with PLM across the curriculum
• shifting from tool-centric habits to process discipline
• design intent and model as the author...

In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Kimes, founder of The Idea Garden, to break down what AI literacy really means for leaders, teams, and organizations. This conversation cuts through the fear, hype, and jargon to focus on practical, responsible AI adoption that keeps humans at the center.

Main talking points:

• What AI actually is (and what it’s not)
• Why process and data matter before AI ever does
• How to use AI safely and ...

We explore a story-driven, two-day CM2 workshop that turns change management into measurable profit and shared language across roles. Cindy Price shares how immersive scenarios reveal costs, benefits, and guardrails that convert tension into governance and better decisions.

• CM2 as a profit engine, not overhead
• Simulation across concept to retirement
• Costing change and building business cases
• Role-based ...

We make the case that organizational change management isn’t a nice-to-have but the painkiller that prevents rework and missed benefits. Leslie Ellis shares how early, human-centered strategy, layered alignment, and capacity planning turn installations into real outcomes.

• involving OCM at the wake-up call, not at go-live
• rework versus course correction and why it matters
• building the foundation upfront: align...

We dive into the principles of successful digital transformation by exploring the critical relationship between processes, requirements, and tools. Thomas Miller, Director of Enterprise Systems and Processes at IPX, shares his 20+ years of expertise in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions.

• Why processes must lead and tools should follow
• The difference between proper requirements gathering...

User experience design is not just about aesthetics—it's essential to ensuring adoption of enterprise software and achieving return on technology investments.

• UX is frequently treated as a "nice-to-have" rather than a strategic business necessity
• The double diamond approach combines generative thinking and synthesis to create user-centered solutions
• Early examples like Uber and iPhone demonstra...

Tony Cahill, the mind behind Crystal Onyx, dives deep into why data readiness is the critical bottleneck preventing successful AI implementations and shares how his platform transforms months of data preparation into weeks.

• Organizations struggle with data readiness when implementing AI projects 
• The AI project cycle consists of five steps: problem identification, data acquisition, modeling, output, and evaluation<...

Dr. Avishkar Misra shares his expertise on implementing AI effectively in businesses and explains how his company Berrijam is making AI accessible, explainable, and useful for organizations of all sizes.

• AI is not just one solution but a set of tools, techniques, and frameworks that allows for intelligent decision-making at various scales
• Berrijam offers three main services: AI strategy development, custom AI imple...

In this episode, Brandy sits down with Tony, the visionary behind Crystal Onyx, to discuss how intelligent data management transforms organizations across industries. Learn how Crystal Onyx delivers clarity, protection, and efficiency in managing vast amounts of data, breaking down silos, and enabling businesses to unlock their full potential. From AI initiatives to cybersecurity and cloud migration, discover the cutting-edge solut...

#TrueNorth Podcast | Join our host, IpX's Joseph Anderson and Faruk Oğuz, Engineering Manager of Configuration Management at Turkish Aerospace and CM2-P, as they dive into the intricate world of aerospace innovation, digitalization, and the indispensable role of configuration management. They explore the challenges and opportunities within the industry, emphasizing the critical need for investing in people and maintaining high...

#TrueNorth Podcast | Join Ray, Brandy, and Ken in Part 2 of a thought-provoking discussion on the intricacies of implementing Configuration Management (CM) within organizational frameworks. They reflect on personal “aha” moments, challenges, and the future landscape of CM amidst technological advancements like AI. The conversation dives into the importance of process ownership, resource allocation, and organizational alignment for ...

#TrueNorth Podcast | IpX CEO Joseph Anderson and cyber security expert, CEO and Founder of Center for Information Security Awareness (CFISA), Michael Levin dive into the essential components of cyber security, stressing the importance of accountability, collaboration, and continuous education. Drawing from Michael's extensive experience, they highlight the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the need for comprehensive trai...

#TrueNorth Podcast | Ken Black and Ray Wozny, renowned IpX experts in the field of configuration management (CM). As they share their wealth of knowledge and experience, listeners gain valuable insights into the world of CM, from its inception to its practical applications in various industries. Through engaging anecdotes and real-world examples, Ken and Ray shed light on some of the most interesting and challenging CM problems the...

IpX VP of Services Brandy Taylor reflects on her own #CM2 journey addressing the gap between education and real-world application of CM2 principles for improving #businessprocesses. Brandy offers practical advice for newly certified individuals, encouraging alignment with leaders, defining clear problem statements, and celebrating quick wins.

Read more in her latest blog, "I am CM2 Certified! Now What?" https://...

#TrueNorth Podcast | In this podcast, Joseph Anderson, Jorge Camba, David Ewing, and Travis Fuerst discuss their new co-authored textbook,The CM2 Approach To Change and Configuration Management. The conversation explores the importance of CM2 in academia and industry, emphasizing its role in ensuring product quality, addressing challenges in teaching, and implementing these foundational processes. They explore the importance of tea...

#TrueNorth Podcast | IpX experts Brandy Taylor and Michael Benning explore the challenges and strategies of aligning processes across diverse divisions and products while designing them with business goals in mind, maintaining balance, and considering deviations when necessary. They highlight communication, stakeholder support, and adaptability as key factors to success and provide insights into the complexities of achieving proces...

#TrueNorth Podcast | Lisa Levy, Founder Lcubed talked with IpX’s Brandy Taylor on aligning people, processes, and technology to drive strategic results. Discover her insights on disrupting the status quo to achieve positive change and strategic goals. Together they discuss how engaging with employees at all levels is key to continuous improvement and adaptation. Lisa also emphasizes the importance of leadership traits, transparent ...

#TrueNorth Podcast | Ravi Kurani, CEO of Sutro, joins IpX’s Brandy Taylor to discuss the journey of starting a startup company and the importance of data-driven decisions. He emphasizes the need to adapt business processes over time and identifies the confirmation loop as a crucial factor. Ravi shares insights into the evolution of Sutro's structure and goals, the utilization of data in decision-making, and the broader applica...