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Agentic PathCast
Hosted by Nick Kabanov · EN
Agentic PathCast explores the rapidly evolving world of agentic automation, offering business leaders and technologists practical insights and expert perspectives on harnessing intelligent automation to transform workflows and create new possibilities across industries.
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Stop Building Agents. Start Building Systems
4w ago00:06:14Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackMost companies think they're doing agentic AI.In reality, they're building isolated agents that never make it into production.In this episode we breaks down what's actually happening in 2026, and why the real shift isn't about agents, but about systems.You'll learn:Why most AI pilots fail to scaleThe shift from single agents to orchestrated systemsWhere agentic automation is already delivering real valueThe biggest mistakes companies are making right nowWhat it takes to move from demos to operating modelIf you're serious about agentic AI, stop thinking in terms of tools.Start thinking in terms of workflows and systems that run them.
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Running the Enterprise with Agents: How UiPath Operates at Scale
Feb 1300:15:03Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackIn the final episode of this three-part series, the conversation shifts from transformation strategy to real-world execution.Dr. Nick Kabanov and co-host Dr. Mark Darbyshire sit down with Mihai Faur, CIO at UiPath, to explore how agentic automation is already running core enterprise processes inside UiPath today.This isn’t theory. It’s operational reality.In this episode, we cover:Agentic AI in finance operationsRevenue recognition and contract analysis at scaleCash application and exception handlingDocument understanding in productionHow automation creates operating leverage by decoupling growth from headcountIf you’re wondering what “running an enterprise with agents” actually looks like beyond pilots and proofs of concept — this episode gives you practical answers.
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From Strategy to System: Designing an Automation-First SAP Transformation
Jan 2800:12:45Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackIn the second episode of this three-part series, the conversation shifts from leadership principles to real-world execution.Dr. Nick Kabanov and co-host Dr. Mark Darbyshire are joined by Mihai Faur, CIO at UiPath, to unpack how those principles shaped UiPath’s automation-first SAP transformation.The discussion covers:Why UiPath chose a clean core approach over heavy SAP customizationHow decisions were made between automation, APIs, and ABAPWhere automation accelerated testing and reduced go-live riskThe trade-offs enterprise leaders face when designing ERP systems for changeThis episode is a practical look at how strategic intent turns into system architecture — and why automation needs to be designed into transformation programs, not added after the fact.
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Who Decides? Leadership, Trust, and Decision Authority in the Agentic Enterprise
Jan 700:27:47Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackAs AI and agentic systems become more autonomous, enterprise leaders face a fundamental question: who decides what these systems are allowed to do?In this episode, Nick Kabanov and co-host Mark Darbyshire sit down with Mihai Faur, CIO at UiPath, to explore how leadership, trust, and accountability shape real-world automation decisions.Rather than focusing on hype or tools, the conversation goes deep into:How leaders assess risk and reversibility in AI-driven decisionsWhy human-in-the-loop design is still essential in the enterpriseThe trade-offs between speed, control, and accountabilityWhy leadership must be willing to publicly defend the decisions automation makesHow automation becomes a long-term strategic capability, not a short-term efficiency playThis episode sets the foundation for the series, framing automation and agentic AI as leadership challenges first — and technology challenges second.
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AI is changing the testing game: here's what leaders need to know
Oct 2700:22:34Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackIn this episode, we sit down with Amit Rosenberger, a veteran of the software testing industry, to unpack how AI agents are reshaping the way organisations think about quality, speed, and trust.From automating test creation to making intelligent release decisions, we explore what this shift means for business leaders, and how to stay ahead as testing becomes more autonomous.
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Beyond the Agent: what the best teams do differently
Oct 600:07:58Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackA year into the agentic AI revolution, one truth stands out — it’s not about the agent. It’s about the workflow. In this episode, we unpack McKinsey’s six lessons from teams turning AI into real business impact.
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De-Risking SAP Transformation with Automation & AI
Sep 1000:22:20Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackSAP transformations are high-stakes, complex, and often once-in-a-career initiatives for executives. In this episode, Nick Kabanov, Solution Architect at UiPath, speaks with Mark Darbyshire, Go-To-Market Strategic Partnership Leader at UiPath, about how automation and AI can de-risk migration, balance speed with quality, and turn SAP transformation into a catalyst for long-term business value.
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Beyond Pilots: How Agentic Automation Drives Real Value
Aug 2900:06:22Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackMost companies are experimenting with generative AI — but 95% of pilots fail to deliver ROI. Why? Because pilots aren’t built to scale.In this episode, I unpack the latest MIT research on the GenAI Divide and explain why standalone AI projects rarely move the needle for the business. More importantly, I show how agentic automation platforms like UiPath embed AI into workflows, add governance, and drive outcomes that matter to the C-suite: reduced cost-to-serve, scalable operations, and stronger compliance.If you’re a CFO, COO, or CIO wondering how to move from AI experiments to real business value, this 8-minute conversation is for you.
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The Rise of Agentic Automation
Aug 700:26:02Tap to summarizeSend us a feedbackIn this insightful episode of Agentic Pathcast, host Nick Kabanov interviews Boris Krumrey, Global Vice President for Automation Innovation at UiPath, about the transformative potential of agentic automation for business leaders.Boris explains how agentic automation represents a revolutionary leap beyond traditional RPA, enabling systems to make complex decisions and operate with greater autonomy. He discusses the critical infrastructure requirements, including cloud dependencies and the need for effective orchestration layers that integrate with existing systems.The conversation explores how business leaders should approach ROI differently with agentic automation—not just as a cost-saving measure but as a complete rethinking of work processes. Boris shares compelling examples of startups building "augmented organizations" with significantly fewer people by leveraging AI agents.For C-suite executives beginning their agentic automation journey, Boris offers practical advice on testing enterprise readiness, defining lighthouse use cases, and implementing changes in isolated departments before scaling. He emphasizes the evolving relationship between IT and business, suggesting that CIOs need to become more business-focused while business leaders need greater technical understanding.
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