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Don"t Panic! It"s Just Data

Not only do many businesses have more data than they know what to do with, but they also often struggle to gain insights from some of the most valuable data in their possession, leading to many of their crucial data assets going unused. Whether it"s issues with data quality, visualization, or management, getting lost in the sea of enterprise data at your possession can make it impossible to make smart, data-driven decisions that improve your business. The "Don"t Panic! It"s Just Data" podcast

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27:20

How RAG and Graph RAG Take Generative AI to the Next...

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2025/09/04

Generative AI has captured global attention, powering everything from chatbots to intelligent assistants. Yet in the enterprise, its promise often hits a dead end. According to Gartner, 80 per cent of enterprise data remains unused or “dark,” because conventional AI struggles to interpret complex, domain-specific information.In this episode of theDon't Panic It's Just Datapodcast, EM360Tech host Trisha Pillay speaks with Andreas Blumauer, Senior Vice President at Graphwise, about how

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20:55

Winning with Data: Inclusion, Innovation and...

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2025/09/02

Inclusivity and accessibility remain some of the biggest challenges for data events. True inclusion is not the result of a single initiative, but continuous effort, honest reflection, and a willingness to listen to the community. AtBig Data LDN, these values are rooted in the event’s mission. By highlighting both established leaders and emerging voices, the conference creates a stage where diverse perspectives can shine, while fostering a welcoming environment where every attendee feels they

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34:31

The 10-Year Journey: AI Madness, Data Governance, and...

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2025/08/28

Big Data LDN (BDL), the ultimate data event of the year, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. This year’s event is scheduled to take place on September 24 and 25, with a brand-new deep-dive conference held on September 23.In this episode of the Don't Panic, It's Just Data podcast, host Shubhangi Dua, Podcast Producer and B2B Tech Journalist atEM360Tech,speaks withMichael Ferguson, CEO of Intelligent Business Strategiesand BDL Conference Chair, and Palesa Amadi, BDL Conference Manager.The

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23:21

From Legacy to Leading Edge: Vinted’s Journey to Data...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of theDon't Panic, It's Just Data podcast, Kevin Petrie,VP of Research at BARCand the podcast host, is joined by Dainius Jocas, Search Engineer at Vinted, and Radu Gheorghe, Software Engineer atVespa.ai. They discuss howVinted, an online marketplace for secondhand products, modernised its data architecture to address new AI search use cases and the challenges faced with Elasticsearch.From the switch to Vespa and the advantages of supporting multiple languages and complex queries, the

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19:30

Struggling with ERP Data? How to Get Real-Time...

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2025/07/31

In this episode of theDon't Panic It's Just Data podcast, Christina Stathopoulos talks with Miller and Michael Wiley, Sr. Product Manager of Spreadsheet Server. They discuss the challenges and solutions in financial reporting, focusing on real-time reporting from ERP systems to Excel.The discussion covers the current state of financial reporting, the obstacles finance departments encounter, and how tools like Spreadsheet Server can help. Such tools allow finance teams to become strategic partners in

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30:11

What is AI Hyper-Personalisation in CX and Why Does...

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2025/07/21

"Customers are now expecting highly personalised, seamless, and efficient interactions across all the touch points,” statedRahul Sareen, the Senior Leader–Cross Industry, Private Equity and Startups Solutions at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Sareen’s statement represents the state of customer experience (CX) today.It’s a demand that is forcing businesses to completely rethink how they engage with customers.In the recent episode of theDon’t Panic It’s Just Data podcast,John Santaferraro, CEO and Head

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23:20

AI’s Silent Killer: Technical Debt & the Hidden Costs...

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2025/07/03

Enterprises face one common problem: the hidden costs of AI-based technical debt.“There’s a lot of hype around AI, but many initiatives aren't founded in a business value proposition,” says Paul Brownell, CTO, Growth Acceleration Partners (GAP). “People wander in without an intentional path for ROI.”In this episode of theDon't Panic, It's Just Data podcast, hostDouglas Laney, BARC Research and Advisory Fellow, and author ofInfonomicsandData Juice,speaks with Paul Brownell from GAP and Frank Lavigne,

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33:33

The Infinity Loop: What's Trapping Financial...

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2025/06/24

Organisations often find themselves trapped in an infinite loop. Typically hailed as an "infinity loop" or "patching loop,” it’s differentiated by a continuous cycle of fixing problems, patching, and redoing data pipelines just to maintain operations.“It's a trap that many financial institutions, banks, insurance companies, and more fall into. This loop or this cycle is a process of focusing on fixing problems, patching,” describes Errol Rodericks.In this episode of the Don't Panic It's Just Data

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24:43

Don't Just Forecast, Flourish: The Integrated Path to...

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2025/06/13

Blending financial planning directly into existing business intelligence (BI) platforms like Microsoft Power BI and Qlik are on the rise. But have you questioned why, and what drives this shift?In this episode of theDon’t Panic It’s Just Data podcast, Kevin Petrie, BARC analyst, sits down to chat with Thomas Gorr, Director of Product Management for xP&A and BI at insightsoftware, and Henri Rufin, Head of Responsible Data & Analytics at Radiall.The speakers stress how the integration of

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26:52

Your Data’s GPS: Navigating Modernisation with Precision

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2025/06/02

In this episode of theDon’t Panic, It’s Just Data podcast, Kevin Petrie, VP of Research at BARC, is joined by Nidhi Ram, Vice President of Global Services Strategy and Operational Excellence at Precisely.The duo explore the idea of focusing on data modernisation and improving accessibility rather than constantly implementing new technologies.Both Petrie and Ram highlight the importance of traditional mainframes, especially in modern data strategies. They delve into how companies can combine cloud

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10:24

Leading Up to The Peak: Can Data Integration Solve...

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2025/04/28

In this episode of the Don't Panic, It's Just Data podcast, hosted by EM360Tech's podcast producer, Shubhangi Dua speaks to Donnie Owsley from Snohomish County, and Jeff Burton and Tom Lavery from the University of British Columbia. All of the speakers will be presenting at the upcoming Peak of Data and AI event, organised bySafe Software, the creators of FME.Scheduled to take place in Seattle from May 5th to 8th, 2025,The Peakis an exciting gathering for data and AI innovators. This conversation

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27:14

Is Your Finance Team Stuck in the Past? Real-Time...

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2025/04/23

In this episode of "Don't Panic, It's Just Data," host Christina Stathopoulos explores the world of real-time analytics and its impact on financial decision-making. She is joined by Thomas Gore, insightsoftware's Director of Product Management for extended planning and analysis (XP&A), and Cody Riemenschneider, Director of Solutions Engineering, and they discuss the challenges and opportunities of integrating real-time data into finance.

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22:59

Building Trust in Data: Transparency, Collaboration,...

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2025/04/14

"So you want trusted data, but you want it now? Building this trust really starts with transparency and collaboration. It's not just technology. It's about creating a single governed view of data that is consistent no matter who accesses it, " says Errol Rodericks, Director of Product Marketing at Denodo.In this episode of the 'Don't Panic, It's Just Data' podcast, Shawn Rogers, CEO at BARC US, speaks with Errol Rodericks from Denodo. They explore the crucial link between trusted data and successful

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30:18

Why is a Customer Data Strategy a Competitive Edge?

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2025/04/11

In this episode of our 'Don't Panic, It's Just Data' podcast series, Christina Stathopoulos, Founder at Dare to Data, speaks with Matthew Cawsey and Arnjah Dillard from Stibo Systems. Matthew and Arnjah explain the importance of CMDM and CXDC for maintaining positive customer engagement. Learn how to move from basic personalisation, ethically use data, leverage AI for a better customer experience. Let’s transform your messy data into a competitive advantage.

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08:40

The Peak of Data and AI: Speaker Sneak Peek

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2025/04/11

In the latest episode of the Don’t Panic It’s Just Data podcast, we connected with speakers who provided a preview of their presentations at the upcoming Peak of Data and AI event in Seattle organised by Safe Software from May 5-8, 2025. This premier gathering, hosted by Safe Software, the creators of FME, will be a hub for data and AI innovators, and this podcast episode offers an exclusive look into what attendees can expect.Our conversation featured Margaret Smith and Reshma Joy from the West

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31:46

Mastering Collaborative Financial Planning

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2025/03/28

"There's been a lot of wrangling of data, a lot of wrangling of humans as well, which is a big theme for today," says Warwick Leitch, Product Management Director at insightsoftware.In this episode of the 'Don't Panic, It's Just Data' podcast, Debbie Reynolds, CEO and Chief Data Privacy Officer at Debbie Reynolds Consulting LLC, speaks with Leitch from insightsoftware. They discuss the vital role offinancial strategyand collaborative planning, particularly as it pertains to the decisions made by IT

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35:31

The Future of Data Centres Energy

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2025/03/05

The digital age is fueled by data, and the engines powering that data are data centres. However, this growth comes at a significant energy cost. In the latest episode of the EM360Tech Don’t Panic It’s Just Data podcast, Shubhangi Dua speaks with Rolf Bienert, Technical & Managing Director of the OpenADR Alliance, to shed light on the urgent need for sustainable energy practices within the data centres industry.In this episode, we discuss the stark reality of escalating energy consumption, driven

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18:27

Data Trust or Bust: The Key to AI Success

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2025/02/10

As organisations strive to stay competitive in the age of AI, data trust has become a critical factor for success. Without it, even the most advanced AI initiatives are bound to fall short.With the rapid advancement of technology, prioritising trust in data is essential for unlocking AI's full potential and driving meaningful results. Conversely, a lack of data trust can undermine decision-making, operational efficiency, and the success of AI initiatives.In this episode, Christina Stathopoulos,

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19:52

Mapping Success: How FME Powers the San Antonio River...

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2025/02/06

The San Antonio River Authority (SARA) has experienced a transformative shift in data management, thanks to the powerful capabilities of FME. By integrating FME, SARA has streamlined data integration, improved efficiency, and enhanced decision-making processes across multiple departments. FME’s ability to automate data transformation, standardise formats, and manage large volumes of spatial data has allowed the authority to optimise workflows, reduce manual errors, and accelerate project timelines.A

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20:56

Navigating the Edge: Data Management Strategies

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2025/01/27

SummaryThis discussion explores the complexities and strategies surrounding edge computing and data management, highlighting the importance of security, the challenges of vendor lock-in, the implications of data repatriation, and the necessity of ensuring high-quality data for AI systems. It emphasises the need for organisations to balance edge processing with centralised storage while future-proofing their data strategies against rapid technological changes.Building on their discussion, Jimmy Tam

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