Podcast
New Era of Engineering
Hosted by Capgemini · EN
Embark on a journey into the heart of ongoing tech research & innovation with 'New Era of Engineering' a series by Capgemini Engineering addressing key challenges for a more intelligent industry.
Curious to learn about how some of today’s challenges are being tackled to create a more intelligent tomorrow? Join us as we guide you, through the cutting-edge world of AI, Sustainability, Automotive, Digital Twins, 5G, and more alongside prestigious technological pioneers and researchers.
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Future of Engineering: from vision to roadmap
Feb 600:26:21Tap to summarizeIn part two of our Future of Engineering conversation, Keith Williams, EVP & CTO at Capgemini Engineering, and Akshat Vaid, Partner at Everest Group, shift from defining the future of engineering to tackling the real challenge: how to get there.Building on the “nirvana” vision introduced in part one, this episode dives into the practicalities of road‑mapping and execution in a world where technology, macro‑economics, and geopolitics collide. Keith and Akshat explore what it takes for engineering leaders to translate ambition into action - designing resilient architectures, scaling AI responsibly, and creating knowledge-management systems that capture decades of organizational insight.They also talk about the evolving role of major engineering tool vendors, the rise of AI‑led development, and how principle‑driven leadership helps teams deliver the now while preparing for what’s next.If part one mapped the horizon, part two gives you the compass.Guests: Keith Williams (EVP & CTO, Capgemini Engineering); Akshat Vaid (Partner, Everest Group)Host: Brian DohertyProduction & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →Future of Engineering: balancing the now and the next
Jan 2300:20:22Tap to summarizeEngineering leaders are under pressure to deliver today and reinvent tomorrow. In this episode, Keith Williams, EVP & CTO at Capgemini Engineering, and Akshat Vaid, Partner at Everest Group, join us to map the current state of play across fast‑moving tech horizons and the convergence of digital and physical innovation. Together, they discuss engineering’s role in sustainability, defense, and biosecurity, and explore how principle‑driven leadership transforms volatility into strategic advantage, setting up the “nirvana” challenge that leads into part two on road‑mapping and execution.Guests: Keith Williams (EVP & CTO, Capgemini Engineering); Akshat Vaid (Partner, Everest Group)Host: Brian DohertyProduction & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →How will AI and automation redefine the future of connectivity? – with Pedro Garcia Parra from Telefónica
Nov 2600:34:23Tap to summarizeThe telecom industry is the backbone of our digital world, enabling connectivity across every sector. Yet, despite massive investments in innovation, growth remains elusive. In this episode of The New Era of Engineering podcast, Capgemini Engineering’s Subhankar Pal and Telefónica’s Pedro García Parra explore the challenges , and opportunities shaping the future of telecom.From building self-managing, AI-driven networks to addressing global connectivity gaps and embedding sustainability into design, they discuss how technology can foster human connection rather than isolation. Discover what it will take for telecom leaders to reinvent business models and redefine their role in a rapidly evolving digital economy.Guests : Pedro Garcia Parra, Head of Autonomous Networks & Operations Transformation en Telefónica, Strategy, Processes Optimization, IT , AI & Data at Telefónica Subhankar Pal Global Research & Innovation Leader for Intelligent Networks at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →How Windsight IQ Made the Wind Visible and Transformed Sports Broadcasting ? - with Dr. Marwan Katurji from Canterbury University
Oct 2200:14:40Tap to summarizeWhat if you could see the wind? In this episode of the New Era of Engineering podcast, discover how Windsight IQ transformed the way millions experienced the 2024 America's Cup. For the first time, spectators, commentators, and broadcasters had access to real-time visualizations of wind patterns across the racecourse—giving them more insight than the competitors themselves.Join Dave Jackson, CTO of Capgemini Engineering, and Dr. Marwan Katurji, Atmospheric Scientist at the University of Canterbury, as they reveal how academic research and cutting-edge engineering came together to revolutionize sports broadcasting. From the collaboration between industry and academia to the technical breakthroughs behind Windsight IQ, this episode dives deep into the innovation that changed the game.Guests : Dr. Marwan Katurji, Atmospheric Scientist at the University of CanterburyDave Jackson, CTO of Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →How is innovation shaping a fossil-free energy future? - with Alain Bécoulet from ITER
Sep 1600:23:46Tap to summarizeThe future of energy hinges on our ability to generate sustainable, fossil-free electricity at scale and at a viable cost. Is this a distant dream, or a tangible reality within reach?In this episode of New Era of Engineering, Dr. Alain Bécoulet, Deputy Director General of ITER, and Jean-Luc Chabaudie, Head of the Future of Energy program at Capgemini Engineering, explore the transformative potential of fusion energy and its role in reshaping global energy systems.From carbon reduction and energy sovereignty to grid stability and hydrogen storage, this conversation dives deep into the innovations driving a cleaner, more resilient energy future. Discover how fusion could help us reproduce the energy of stars here on Earth—and what it means for the planet, industry, and society.Guests : Dr. Alain Bécoulet, Deputy Director General of ITERJean-Luc Chabaudie, Head of the Future of Energy program at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →How AI and physical modeling are accelerating sustainable battery innovation - with Andreas Jossen from Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Sep 900:15:15Tap to summarizeAcademic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research traditionally aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefit? Professor Andreas Jossen, Chair of Electrical Energy Storage Technology at the Technical University of Munich; and Marcus Fiege, Director CoE for sustainable mobility at Capgemini Engineering, discuss how their joint research is advancing sustainable battery design for electric mobility. They highlight how combining physical modeling with AI accelerates battery development, improves efficiency, and supports environmental goals. It also shows how this research benefits both industry and society through innovation, talent development, and real-world impact.Guests : Andreas Jossen, Chair of Electrical Energy Storage Technology at the Technical University of MunichMarcus Fiege, Director CoE for sustainable mobility at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Liz Lugnier, Head of Sustainability Portfolio Management, Capgemini Production: Bertille De VliegerRealization: Gustavo Roa Meza
Transcribe →[Summer Shorts] Can GenAI reinvent the way we engineer Software?
Sep 400:06:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty speaks with Zenyk Matchyshyn, Chief Technology Officer for Software Product Engineering at Capgemini Engineering, about how Generative AI is transforming the software development lifecycle. From addressing the global skills shortage to enabling hyper-automation and improving software quality, GenAI is redefining how teams design, build, and maintain software. Discover how natural language prompts, semantically rich systems, and AI-driven development are shaping the future of engineering.Guest : Zenyk Matchyshyn, Chief Technology Officer for Software Product Engineering at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →[Summer Shorts] What happens when Machine Learning meets the laws of physics?
Sep 200:06:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Pradeep Mohanasundaram, a consultant in multi-physics modelling and optimisation at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how hybrid machine learning is reshaping the way we simulate complex physical systems. By combining data-driven AI with physics-based models, hybrid ML enables more accurate simulations, even when data is scarce. From discovering missing physics to solving inverse problems and reducing computational demands, this episode dives into the future of simulation science and why it matters for engineering innovation.Guest : Pradeep Mohanasundaram, a consultant in multi-physics modelling and optimisation at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →[Summer Shorts] Is the world ready for Hardcore AI?
Aug 2700:07:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Ben Cox, Analytics Consultant with the Hybrid Intelligence team at Capgemini Engineering, to explore the rise of Hardcore AI—artificial intelligence that is high-performance, more observant, more ubiquitous, and, yes, more intelligent. As AI capabilities accelerate exponentially, Ben offers a grounded perspective on what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s coming next. From real-world applications to ethical considerations, discover how Hardcore AI is reshaping industries and redefining what’s possible.Guest: Ben Cox, Analytics Consultant with the Hybrid Intelligence team at Capgemini Engineering,Host: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
Transcribe →[Summer Shorts] Can AI crack the code to smarter, more resilient Semiconductor Supply Chains?
Aug 2500:06:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode of New Era of Engineering, host Brian Doherty is joined by Raghu Kishore Vempati, Director of Technology and Innovation at Capgemini Engineering, to explore how artificial intelligence -and specifically Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)- are poised to transform the semiconductor industry. As global demand surges and supply chains grow more complex and vulnerable, the industry must innovate to stay ahead. From boosting production yields to enabling smarter, more resilient supply chains, discover how intelligent systems are helping semiconductor leaders pioneer a more efficient and secure future.Guest : Raghu Kishore Vempati, Director of Technology and Innovation at Capgemini EngineeringHost: Brian Doherty Production & Realization: Brockhill Creative Ltd.
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