What specific skills do you think are needed in R&D, reverse engineering, and vulnerability research? I think the skills and mentality for “standard” software development (R&D) vs. reverse engineering / vulnerability research are vastly different, so I’ll answer in two parts. For R&D, I believe it’s important to prioritise continuous learning and stay up-to-date with... Read More

Given that a high number of professionals intend to implement AI but only a smaller percentage currently use it, what barriers or challenges do you think prevent widespread adoption? The fleet industry faces several significant barriers to AI adoption, including challenges of integration and trust. Many fleet operations still rely on traditional telematics and basic... Read More

How does Kyndryl ensure that its workforce remains at the forefront of AI advancements, particularly in the context of mainframe modernisation? 2024 so far has been the year of AI adoption – and surprisingly, the mainframe is on the playing field. Approximately 60% of Australian businesses are in the early or middle stages of AI... Read More

1. How has bootstrapping influenced Infragistics’ long-term growth and ability to serve global giants like Fidelity and Morgan Stanley? Infragistics has withstood nearly four decades of the ever-evolving technology industry. This isn’t because of luck or because we were in the right place at the right time. It’s because we built a strong foundation for... Read More

Q: With 20+ years of experience in programmatic advertising space, what specific pain points do you think advertisers encounter in the ad tech ecosystem? Advertisers in the programmatic advertising ecosystem face numerous significant challenges. First, ensuring ad quality and brand safety is a never-ending challenge, with issues such as low viewability, ad fraud, and difficult-to-measure... Read More

What challenges are companies facing as they rely on AI for hiring, and how can they overcome these hurdles? There’s no doubt that artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the hiring process. My team receives 120,000+ applications each month. We’re using AI to streamline the talent acquisition process and give a more high-touch candidate experience. For... Read More

1. How has your business background influenced your approach to cybersecurity solutions and your understanding of the challenges faced by organisations? My background has given me a firsthand perspective on the complexities of running a business in ‘normal’ circumstances, let alone in the current economic conditions. Businesses today face an even broader range of challenges,... Read More

1. How has your long tenure at Sterling given you a unique perspective on the industry’s changes and challenges?  Having spent 25 years and holding various positions at Sterling, I have witnessed the evolution of the background screening industry. In the early days, before 9/11, our focus was on educating organizations about the importance of... Read More