Are businesses really ready for AI, or just feeling the pressure to keep up?In this episode, Nixon Hire CIO John Whitlow delivers a clear-eyed reality check. He explains why many organisations, especially SMEs, are still stuck in the foothills of digital transformation, struggling with basics like poor data quality (where up to 80% of data is useless).We dig into:Why AI hype often outpaces digital readinessThe soaring demand for AI skills vs. the lack of real trainingWhy AI strategy must be organisation-wide, not just ITThe role of leadership and DE&I in building high-performing teamsHybrid working’s rebound and the business case for sustainabilityJohn draws on his experience moving from fractional to permanent CIO, showing how human decisions and trade-offs shape tech success far more than flashy tools.Listen in for a grounded perspective on what it really takes to make AI work.Download your copy of the Digital Leadership Report hereTech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.nashsquared.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lemzi.com⁠⁠

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