In this episode, Benjamin interviews Stuart Munton, CIO at AND Digital, discussing the transformative impact of AI on the consulting industry and software development. They explore how generative AI is reshaping business models, the importance of adapting to new technologies, and the challenges organizations face in integrating AI into their workflows. Stuart shares insights from his experience at AND Digital, including case studies and the evolving role of middle management in an AI-driven world. The conversation emphasizes the need for a shared context in AI integration and the future of agile methodologies in product development.

Stuart Munton:

"Community and Curiosity have driven Stuart’s 20+ year digital career, starting with Agile and Digital transformations for major organisations, including ASDA / Walmart and the NHS.

Joining AND Digital in 2014 as a startup, Stuart shaped working practices as they grew to 1000+ consultants, working with ~50 cross-industry clients. Now as AND’s ‘Chief for Group Operations & Technology’ Stuart oversees internal technology and AI enablement.

Active in closing the Digital Skills Gap and Tech DEI Gap, Stuart is a member of the UK’s Government's Digital Skills Council advising on digital skills adoption, a member of the TechUK Skills and Diversity Council, and a Cornerstone Advisor for the West London Careers Hub,

Stuart co-founded the FutureSkills:Reading (formerly Agile Reading) meetup group and is a frequent speaker at international conferences.

Stuart lives with his family in Reading, Berkshire, where he is a coach and semi-retired player at his local rugby club."

Check out Stuart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartmunton/

Also take a look at AND Digital: https://www.and.digital/

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