Summary
In this episode of The Pod Files, host Bogdan Bratis welcomes Adam Morgan, a 20-year veteran in auditing, quality management, and founder of Gia Consulting Ltd. They delve into the importance of policies, procedures, intellectual property, and compliance for businesses, especially for podcasters and the creative industry. Adam explains the difference between policies and procedures, stressing the need for clear documentation like health and safety policies, business scopes, and quality standards to ensure compliance and scalability within organizations.
Key topics include GDPR compliance, copyright law, trademark infringement, AI's potential in content creation, and the risks of hacking in the digital age. Adam emphasizes how clear processes and regulations can prevent issues such as data breaches, defamation, and intellectual property disputes. The discussion highlights practical steps businesses and creators can take to stay aligned with legal frameworks, ensuring smooth operations and avoiding costly mistakes.
The episode also features a lighter moment where Adam answers unconventional questions like what he would show aliens to represent humanity and whether he’d travel to the past or future if given the chance. This engaging and educational episode is packed with beneficial insights for businesses of all sizes.
Timestamps
(00:16) Introduction to Adam Morgan and His Background
(03:01) Explaining Policies vs. Procedures in Organizations
(04:31) Importance of Standards in Business (Health and Safety, Business Scope)
(05:42) Difference Between a Business Scope and a Business Strategy
(08:19) Documenting Quality Standards
(09:14) Team and Internal Structure for Quality Assurance
(11:28) Development of Internal Business Processes and Policies
(15:22) Copyright and Trademark Law Issues in the Creative Industry
(19:01) Intellectual Property Issues and Business Risks
(22:55) Mitigating Legal Risks by Researching and Consulting
(28:05) GDPR and Data Protection Requirements for Businesses
(39:39) Production Processes and Content Review for Podcasts
(44:36) CAP Codes and Ethical Marketing Practices
(58:13) Defamation in the Podcast and Content Creation Industry
(66:18) The Use of AI and Its Impact on Data Ownership, Copyright, and Security
(73:40) AI and Future Implications for Business and Research
(77:50) Audience Engagement and Fun Questionnaire
(85:03) Closing Remarks and Final Takeaways
Links
Follow Adam Morgan
Website: https://www.giaconsultingltd.co.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-morgan-1271102a2/
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