504: Discover the Recipe for Best-in-Class Transformation, with EyeOn

Freek Aertsen & Bart Paridaen of EyeOn talk about digital transformation: value discovery, creation & realization; the big challenges; & key success factors.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [04.17] An introduction to Freek and Bart, their backgrounds, and roles at EyeOn. "I have a background in economics, took a wrong turn somewhere - and ended up in supply chain!" Freek [07.13] An overview of EyeOn – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. "Response is all about planning." "We connect data, systems, data science and AI with people and processes." [10.58] The ideal client for EyeOn, and the common challenges and questions businesses come to them with. [12.29] An overview of EyeOn's recent report on digital transformation in the industry, who they spoke to, and why now was the right time to conduct this research. "We live in a very volatile business landscape, and there are changes coming to our customers on a constant basis. And, at the same time, there's a new generation of technology. That combination is an interesting one." [16.14] The main drivers for digital supply chain transformation, and what's important to leaders right now, as they grapple with multiple priorities and challenges. "Businesses are changing strategies, and changing a corporate strategy means you have to change your supply chain strategy." [22.47] From balancing short-term wins with long-term strategies to overcoming disruption, the biggest hurdles leaders are faced with as they navigate transformation, and why businesses need to look at these projects from an external perspective as well as an internal one. [27.44] Why the first stage of digital transformation is value discovery, and how businesses can define an actionable framework for success. "It's important for leaders to understand and be aligned on their vision for transformation… The key is improving decision intelligence. The tools and capabilities come in to support, but you need to go back to the starting point to know where you want to transform to." [30.37] The importance of trust, breaking down siloes, and aligning teams in the discovery phase of transformation. [34.23] How businesses can translate value discovery into tangible value creation initiatives. "Companies that went too fast on design paid the price afterwards." [38.03] How value discovery and value creation leads to value realization. [41.06] Next steps: how businesses can work with EyeOn. [43.12] What the next few years of innovation and growth are going to look like, for EyeOn and for the industry. "It all comes back to decisions… Our investments will be in technology, because it's changing – and it's changing rapidly. We need to be at the forefront." RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:   Head over to EyeOn's website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with EyeOn and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, or you can connect with Freek or Bart on LinkedIn. Check out our other podcasts HERE.