Capgemini at Google Cloud Next

Looking to turn the potential of Gen AI into tangible impact? In our session leadership from Cox Communications and Capgemini shared practical lessons on how to make generative AI genuinely valuable for businesses. Based on recent and real-world experiences, they covered everything from big wins and hard stumbles to the critical lessons learned in between.

Speakers:

• Samantha McConnell, Director, Digital and AI Strategy at Cox Communications
• Jennifer Marchand, Google Cloud Center of Excellence for Capgemini Americas leader

Our breakout session on scaling agents with Agentspace focused on integrating agents into businesses. It covered operational governance, monitoring, and lifecycle management to create a trusted digital workforce. We explored how Google Cloud serves as the Digital Office Space for Agentic employees and the importance of having an AI RM to manage them.

Speakers:

• Steve Jones, EVP Data Driven Business, Capgemini
• Weiwei Feng, Director AI Resource Management, Capgemini

In this session, we explored why Danfoss tackled the AI-driven demand forecasting challenge. Accurate forecasting is crucial for optimizing supply chains, reducing costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Partnering with Google Cloud and Capgemini, Danfoss developed a robust, tailored system. The session highlighted the collaborative process, technological innovations, and the significant progress made, emphasizing the transformative impact of AI-driven demand forecasting on Danfoss’s competitiveness and global sustainability goals.

Speakers:

• Jessica Havermann, Chief Data Officer, Danfoss A/S
• Maja Blaaberg, Head of Strategic Engagements, Google Cloud Denmark​​
• Jonas Voersaa Rasmussen, Senior Client Manager, Capgemini​​​

In today’s fast-paced digital world, modernizing mainframe systems is essential for staying competitive. This session explored the transformative potential of migrating data warehouse extracts to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and BigQuery. By leveraging a flexible framework, organizations can achieve an integrated solution that accelerates time to market, ensures accurate and timely real-time data for reporting and advanced analytics, and provides self-service access. This digital transformation empowers stakeholders with enhanced capabilities and significantly improves the overall customer experience.

Speakers:

• Arvind Rajagopalan, AVP Data Engineering, Architecture & Platforms AI & Data, Verizon  
• Anjay K Yedavalli, VP, Telecom & Media Business, Capgemini 
• Steve Jones, EVP, Data Driven Business, Capgemini

We explored how to learn how the AURA AI Suite—AURA-SECURE, AURA-FLEX, and AURA-OMNI— is transforming enterprise AI. The session explored conversational solutions for both structured and unstructured data, as well as revealing how private GPT models secured sensitive information and how dynamic insights boosted productivity, decision-making, and customer engagement. Additionally, attendees saw how Google Cloud services like Vertex AI, BigQuery, and Kubernetes ensured seamless integration, accelerated performance, and robust security.

Speaker: 

• Pinaki Bhagat, Sr. Director, GenAI Solutions, Capgemini Financial Services

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the last day, we have two separate episodes lined up to explore how AI is affecting the macro scale and impacting leadership transformation.

In the last conversation of the event, Dave, Andy, and Rob talk with Lee Moore, VP Global Google Cloud Consulting at Google Cloud about Leading Cloud Transformation with Strategic Vision.

TLDR:

• 00:50 Introduction of Lee Moore
• 07:00 Final key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote
• 11:05 Main conversation with Lee Moore about cloud and AI-driven transformation and Intentional leadership
• 36:31 Who’s your favorite magician and tying all the magic together of a fantastic week!!

Guest:

• Lee Moore

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the last day, we have two separate episodes lined up to explore how AI is affecting the macro scale and impacting leadership transformation.

In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Gina Fratarcangeli, Managing Director, NA GSI Leader at Google Cloud about The shifting landscape of Digital and AI technologies among Fortune 500 companies.

TLDR:

• 00:20 Introduction of Gina Fratarcangeli
• 03:20 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote
• 05:56 Main conversation with Gina Fratarcangeli about Fortune 500 companies and their journey towards digital transformation and AI
• 22:01 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Gina Fratarcangeli

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to GenAI, data, and innovation.

In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Jen Hawes-Hewitt, Head of Global Solution Partner Programs, Global Telecom Industry at Google Cloud about Accelerating Innovation in Telecom with AI and GenAI.

TLDR:

• 01:04 Introduction of Jen Hawes-Hewitt and co-host Andy Appleby
• 04:06 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote
• 09:39 Main conversation with Jen Hawes-Hewitt
• 31:58 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Jen Hawes-Hewitt

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to GenAI, data, and innovation.

In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Kapil Dabi, America’s Director & Market Lead, Retail at Google Cloud about Unlocking Retail Potential with AI and Data. 

TLDR:

• 00:24 Introduction of Kapil Dabi
• 03:00 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote and Retail market strategies
• 09:50 Main conversation with Kapil Dabi about how to unlock retail potential with AI and Data
• 26:10 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Kapil Dabi

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the second day, we have three separate episodes lined up to deep dive into industries such as insurance, telecom, and retail, all linked to AI, data, and innovation.

In this conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Meg Tucker, Director of Insurance at Google Cloud about Fueling Insurance Evolution with AI.

TLDR:

• 00:26 Introduction of Meg Tucker
• 02:36 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote
• 07:26 Main conversation with Meg Tucker about the Insurance Evolution based on AI
• 29:30 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Meg Tucker

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.

In the third conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob talk with Jim Anderson, VP, NA Partner Ecosystem & Channels at Google, on how customers are using Cloud, AI/ML, and Data Analytics to power digital transformation. From real-world success stories to the trends shaping the year ahead—this one’s packed with actionable insights.

TLDR:

• 00:23 Introduction of Jim Anderson
• 04:17 Key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote
• 06:44 Main conversation with Jim Anderson about Driving Digital Transformation with Customers
• 24:50 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Jim Anderson

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The Cloud Realities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring Google guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.

In the second conversation, Dave, Esmee, and Rob, talk with Charlotte Gistelinck, Machine Learning / AI Partner Engineer at Google, on how strategic thinking and visioning in AI/ML are key to driving innovation and long-term success.

TLDR:

• Charlotte Gistelinck

Hello Las Vegas — we’ve arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!

Arthur C. Clarke’s third law, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”

Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas… but in this case, we’re bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.

On the first day, we have 3 separate episodes lined up to discuss Google AI strategy & vision, practical implementations, and exciting use cases.

Dave, Esmee, and Rob kick off with Saurabh Tiwary, VP, General Manager, Cloud AI at Google Cloud, about Leading AI Innovation for Enterprise Solutions, to solve complex enterprise challenges and deliver true business value.

TLDR:

• 00:22 We’re back in Vegas, here’s what to expect in the coming days
• 01:43 Introduction of Saurabh Tiwary and the David Copperfield show
• 05:14 Discussion on Google Cloud Next themes this week with special guest James Goeders, Head of Product, Google Quantum AI
• 12:10 Main conversation on Cloud AI with Saurabh Tiwary
• 37:28 Who’s your favorite magician?

Guest:

• Saurabh Tiwary