Accenture Management Consulting Podcast Series

The Sustainable Organization: The Chief Executive Officer’s Perspective Podcast - Video

David Gartside and Rustin Richburg — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Accenture’s David Gartside and Rustin Richburg look at how companies can successfully manage a global workforce to support their growth strategies.

Solving the Global Skills Crisis - Video

Norbert Büning and Breck Marshall — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Norbert Büning and Breck Marshall discuss how organizations can address the skills crisis.

Solving the Global Skills Crisis - Audio

Norbert Büning and Breck Marshall — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Norbert Büning and Breck Marshall discuss how organizations can address the skills crisis.

High Performance through Process Excellence - Video

Dr Mathias Kirchmer — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:50:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Dr Mathias Kirchmer discussing business process improvement as seen in the 2nd edition of his book High Performance through Process Excellence.

High Performance through Process Excellence - Audio

Dr Mathias Kirchmer — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:50:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Dr Mathias Kirchmer discussing business process improvement as seen in the 2nd edition of his book High Performance through Process Excellence.

Increasing the Business Impact of Enterprise Learning - Video

Norbert Büning and Will Castles — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:40:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Norbert Büning and Will Castles discuss how organizations can increase the return on their learning investments.

Increasing the Business Impact of Enterprise Learning - Audio

Norbert Büning and Will Castles — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:40:00 GMT

Listen to Accenture’s Norbert Büning and Will Castles discuss how organizations can increase the return on their learning investments.

Managing a Global Workforce - Video

David Gartside and Rustin Richburg — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Accenture’s David Gartside and Rustin Richburg look at how companies can successfully manage a global workforce to support their growth strategies.

Managing a Global Workforce - Audio

David Gartside and Rustin Richburg — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Accenture’s David Gartside and Rustin Richburg look at how companies can successfully manage a global workforce to support their growth strategies.

The Process of Process Management - Video

Mathias Kirchmer — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Mathias Kirchmer argues that business process management is becoming a permanent function within companies.

The Process of Process Management - Audio

Mathias Kirchmer — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Mathias Kirchmer argues that business process management is becoming a permanent function within companies.

Climate Change and Health: Framing the Issue - Video

Sir David King, Richard Pamenter and Peter Lacy — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:20:00 GMT

Sir David King, GSK’s Richard Pamenter and Accenture’s Peter Lacy discuss the impact of a changing climate on human health and what this means for the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industry.

Climate Change and Health: Framing the Issue - Audio

Sir David King, Richard Pamenter and Peter Lacy — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:20:00 GMT

Sir David King, GSK’s Richard Pamenter and Accenture’s Peter Lacy discuss the impact of a changing climate on human health and what this means for the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industry.

The Change-Capable Organization - Video

Walter Gossage and Andrew Leach — Tue, 24 May 2011 10:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Walter Gossage and Andrew Leach explore how organizations can equip themselves to be change-capable.

The Change-Capable Organization - Audio

Walter Gossage and Andrew Leach — Tue, 24 May 2011 10:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Walter Gossage and Andrew Leach explore how organizations can equip themselves to be change-capable.

Managing Operational / Supply Chain Risk - Video

Rebekah Gook — Tue, 17 May 2011 01:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Michael Chagares argues that companies shouldn’t be complacent: supply chain risk & operational risk need to be actively managed.

Managing Operational / Supply Chain Risk - Audio

Rebekah Gook — Tue, 17 May 2011 01:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Michael Chagares argues that companies shouldn’t be complacent: supply chain risk & operational risk need to be actively managed.

Finance and Performance Management Survey - When the Going Gets Tough, Call the CFO - Audio

Rebekah Gook — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 11:55:00 GMT

The recent financial crisis has impacted the role of the CFO. New research from Accenture explores the nature of the impact and what CFOs are requiring from their various capabilities and processes. Listen to this podcast to find out more.

Finance and Performance Management Survey - When the Going Gets Tough, Call the CFO - Video

Rebekah Gook — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 11:45:00 GMT

Mergers & Acquisitions: A Strategy for Focused Growth in the Biopharmaceutical Industry During Uncertain Times - Video

Tom Herd and Arda Ural — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:55:00 GMT

With an uncertain industry outlook and some cash-rich companies, it seems likely that M&A activity will increase in the biopharmaceutical industry. In this podcast, Accenture’s Tom Herd and Arda Ural argue that a disciplined approach to M&A is vital to build shareholder value.

Mergers & Acquisitions: A Strategy for Focused Growth in the Biopharmaceutical Industry During Uncertain Times - Audio

Tom Herd and Arda Ural — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:55:00 GMT

The Winning Edge in Uncertain Times Podcast - Video

Accenture — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, The Winning Edge in Uncertain Times: Rapid and Sustained Cost Management, we take a three-part look at how businesses transform struggle into success.

Enterprise Performance Management Holds the Key to High Performance - Video

Mike Tsapralis and Eric Noren — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Accenture High Performance Business research shows that only 22 percent of companies using a balanced scorecard can demonstrate a causal link between the scorecard and the creation of shareholder value. In this podcast, Mike Tsapralis and Eric Noren of Accenture Finance & Performance Management look at what makes for successful enterprise performance management that boosts the bottom line.

Enterprise Performance Management Holds the Key to High Performance - Audio

Mike Tsapralis and Eric Noren — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ten Imperatives for Enterprise Learning - Audio

Norbert Büning and Barbara Williams — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 03:20:00 GMT

In this podcast,Norbert Büning, executive director of learning and collaboration for the Accenture Talent & Organization Performance practice, and Barbara Williams, global lead for Accenture’s learning and HR business process outsourcing practice, kick off a series of podcasts exploring ten enterprise learning imperatives to meet a new generation of business challenges.

Ten Imperatives for Enterprise Learning - Video

Norbert Büning and Barbara Williams — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 03:20:00 GMT

Managing the Scarcest Commodity of all: Driving Value from Trust – Audio

Peter Lacy — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 03:55:00 GMT

Accenture’s Peter Lacy argues that trust has a real business value.

Managing the Scarcest Commodity of all: Driving Value from Trust – Video

Peter Lacy — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:30:00 GMT

Accenture’s Peter Lacy argues that trust has a real business value.

How Predictive Analytics Helps Supply Chains Compete and Win in Today’s Volatile Business Environment – Audio

Frode Gjendem — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 03:55:00 GMT

Accenture’s Frode Gjendem discusses how predictive analytics can improve businesses’ supply chain function.

How Predictive Analytics Helps Supply Chains Compete and Win in Today’s Volatile Business Environment – Video

Frode Gjendem — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:15:00 GMT

Accenture’s Frode Gjendem discusses how predictive analytics can improve businesses’ supply chain function.

Beating the Odds to Achieve M&A Success - Audio

Tom Herd — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 06:45:00 GMT

As part of the Accenture Management Consulting podcast series, Tom Herd, North America lead for mergers and acquisitions within Accenture’s Strategy practice argues that the most challenging phase of a merger or acquisition is the merger integration phase.

Beating the Odds to Achieve M&A Success - Video

Tom Herd — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 06:45:00 GMT

Managing Credit Risk in Today’s Uncertain Energy Markets – Audio

Shelley Hurley and Tim Bohall — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 06:00:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Shelley Hurley and Tim Bohall discuss how energy companies can manage credit risk.

Managing Credit Risk in Today’s Uncertain Energy Markets – Video

Shelley Hurley and Tim Bohall — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 05:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Shelley Hurley and Tim Bohall discuss how energy companies can manage credit risk.

Continuous Improvement: The Key to Excellence in Business Processes - Audio

Bob Iverson — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:15:00 GMT

In this podcast, Bob Iverson, senior executive, Accenture Process and Innovation Performance, explains what continuous improvement actually is.

Continuous Improvement: The Key to Excellence in Business Processes - Video

Bob Iverson — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT

In this podcast, Bob Iverson, senior executive, Accenture Process and Innovation Performance, explains what continuous improvement actually is.

Manufacturing - How to Ensure Sustainable Growth – Audio

Rich Bergmann — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:35:00 GMT

Accenture’s Rich Bergmann explains how new supply chain thinking is underpinning the resurgence of manufacturing.

Manufacturing - How to Ensure Sustainable Growth – Video

Rich Bergman — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:20:00 GMT

Accenture’s Rich Bergmann explains how new supply chain thinking is underpinning the resurgence of manufacturing.

Sourcing and Procurement in the Cloud – Audio

Kris Timmermans — Tue, 11 May 2010 13:40:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Kris Timmermans talks about the impact of cloud computing on supply chain and procurement processes.

Sourcing and Procurement in the Cloud – Video

Kris Timmermans — Tue, 11 May 2010 12:20:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Kris Timmermans talks about the impact of cloud computing on supply chain and procurement processes.

Why Less Is the New More Podcast – Audio

Paul Nunes — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:30:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Paul Nunes explains that cost-driven innovation can generate great new products.

Why Less Is the New More Podcast – Video

Paul Nunes — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:10:00 GMT

In this podcast, Paul Nunes, executive director of research at the Accenture Institute for High Performance, talks about a new way of approaching innovation.

From Global Connections to Global Orchestration, Future Business Models for High Performance Where Technology and a Multi Polar World Meet Podcast – Audio

Mark Spelman — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:15:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Mark Spelman talks about latest research that shows that IT and globalization are defining business in the multi-polar world.

From Global Connections to Global Orchestration, Future Business Models for High Performance Where Technology and a Multi Polar World Meet Podcast – Video

Mark Spelman — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Accenture’s Mark Spelman talks about latest research that shows that IT and globalization are defining business in the multi-polar world.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part four – Audio

Mark George — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:45:00 GMT

In this final podcast, Accenture’s Mark George outlines high-leverage actions that can speed the speed to value of a Lean Six Sigma project.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part four – Video

Mark George — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:05:00 GMT

In this final podcast, Accenture’s Mark George outlines high-leverage actions that can speed the speed to value of a Lean Six Sigma project.

Analytics at Work: Q and A with Jeanne Harris - Audio

Jeanne Harris — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:55:00 GMT

Jeanne Harris, introduces a new book—Analytics at Work—on how organizations can establish a sustainable, robust, enterprise-wide analytical capability.

Analytics at Work: Q and A with Jeanne Harris - Video

Jeanne Harris — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:45:00 GMT

Jeanne Harris, introduces a new book—Analytics at Work—on how organizations can establish a sustainable, robust, enterprise-wide analytical capability.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part three – Audio

Mark George — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:45:00 GMT

Accenture’s Mark George talks about how Lean Six Sigma can help companies pull off a successful transformation.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part three – Video

Mark George — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Accenture’s Mark George talks about how Lean Six Sigma can help companies pull off a successful transformation.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part two – Video

Mark George — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:30:00 GMT

In the second of four podcasts, Accenture’s Mark George explains why speed gives competitive advantage, and outlines how Lean Six Sigma can help eliminate process waste.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part two – Audio

Mark George — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:45:00 GMT

In the second of four podcasts, Accenture’s Mark George explains why speed gives competitive advantage, and outlines how Lean Six Sigma can help eliminate process waste.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part one – Audio

Mark George — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:40:00 GMT

In this first of four podcasts, Accenture’s Mark George outlines why traditional cost-cutting can do more harm than good.

The Lean Six Sigma Guide to Doing More with Less Podcast: Part one – Video

Mark George — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:30:00 GMT

In this first of four podcasts, Accenture’s Mark George outlines why traditional cost-cutting can do more harm than good.

Defining Customer Experiences that Enable High Performance – Video

Melanie Esplin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:15:00 GMT

The Accenture 2009 Consumer Satisfaction Survey reveals that consumers are switching service providers like never before.

Defining Customer Experiences that Enable High Performance – Audio

Melanie Esplin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:15:00 GMT

The Accenture 2009 Consumer Satisfaction Survey reveals that consumers are switching service providers like never before.

Operational Excellence: Findings from Recent Conversations with Chief Operating Officers – MP3

Professor Nate Bennett — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, Professor Nate Bennett, academic advisor to the Accenture COO Circle, defines what it means to be operationally excellent and shares some interesting findings from recent conversations he’s had with COOs from the world’s top organizations. Listen to this podcast to hear about the various paths they’ve taken towards operational excellence and what still keeps them up at night.

Operational Excellence: Findings from Recent Conversations with Chief Operating Officers – MP4

Professor Nate Bennett — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:15:00 GMT

The New Talent Equation: Managing Talent in Uncertain Times – MP3

Peter Cheese — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:30:00 GMT

In this podcast, Peter Cheese, former Managing Director, Talent & Organization Performance and Cathy Farley, Managing Director, Talent Management, discuss how companies can lay the groundwork for employee engagement—inspiring their talent to help the organization survive these challenging times and achieve high performance.

The New Talent Equation: Managing Talent in Uncertain Times – MP4

Peter Cheese — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 06:25:00 GMT

Managing Risk in Extraordinary Times – MP4

Eva Dewor — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, Eva Dewor, Global Director of Accenture’s Risk Management Practice, and Michael Chagares, Senior Executive of Accenture’s Risk Management Practice, analyze the survey findings in detail and posit a new direction for corporate risk management: a holistic risk management superstructure that can help companies increase clarity, responsiveness and standardization across the entire organization.

Managing Risk in Extraordinary Times – MP3

Eva Dewor — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:50:00 GMT

Strategies for Managing Front Office Costs – MP3

Robert Wollan — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, Robert Wollan, Accenture’s Customer Relationship Management lead for North America, is up front about front-office imperatives, choices and challenges. His principal point is the need for, and potential of, customer centric cost management: culling the noise, politics and personalities from the front-office equation and putting the focus squarely on what customers value.

Strategies for Managing Front Office Costs – MP4

Robert Wollan — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:45:00 GMT

The Changing Roles of Private Equity and Sovereign Wealth Funds – MP3

Andy Tinlin — Sun, 03 May 2009 11:55:00 GMT

In this podcast, Andy Tinlin, global lead for Mergers & Acquisitions, Accenture Strategy, explains the reasons why the roles of private equity and sovereign wealth funds are changing in the current environment and how they are adapting their approaches in reaction to this change.

The Changing Roles of Private Equity and Sovereign Wealth Funds – MP4

Andy Tinlin — Sun, 03 May 2009 06:25:00 GMT

Driving Sustainability in a Downturn - MP3

Bruno Berthon — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:15:00 GMT

In this podcast, Bruno Berthon, Global Sustainability group lead, discusses how sustainability is closely aligned with the critical success factors companies need to manage through a downturn.

Driving Sustainability in a Downturn - MP4

Bruno Berthon — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:05:00 GMT

In this podcast, Bruno Berthon, Global Sustainability group lead, discusses how sustainability is closely aligned with the critical success factors companies need to manage through a downturn.

Mastering the Art of Value Capture in Merger Integration – MP3

Andy Tinlin — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:10:00 GMT

In this podcast, Andy Tinlin, global lead for Mergers & Acquisitions, Accenture Strategy, identifies the key challenges associated with post-merger integration, as well as the inherent risks and strategies for mitigating them. He also examines the current environment’s influence on PMI labor savings, procurement optimization, customer and talent retention and the attainment of competitive advantage.

Mastering the Art of Value Capture in Merger Integration – MP4

Andy Tinlin — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:05:00 GMT

Funding Growth through Divestitures & Carve-outs – MP3

Andy Tinlin — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:05:00 GMT

In this podcast, Andy Tinlin, global lead for Mergers & Acquisitions, Accenture Strategy, discusses divestiture strategies in a down market, explains how Accenture assists with divestitures, identifies key success factors and reviews implications for the seller, buyer and the relinquished entity.

Funding Growth through Divestitures & Carve-outs – MP4

Andy Tinlin — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:25:00 GMT

Pre-Deal Mergers and Acquisitions – MP3

Andy Tinlin — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:45:00 GMT

In this podcast, Andy Tinlin, global lead for Mergers & Acquisitions, Accenture Strategy, discusses how the economic downturn is affecting pre-deal M&A activity. He also identifies high-potential opportunities, industries and company types, and looks at the economy’s influence on M&A timetables.

Pre-Deal Mergers and Acquisitions – MP4

Andy Tinlin — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:20:00 GMT

Being Bold through Effective Mergers and Acquisitions - MP3

Andy Tinlin — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:50:00 GMT

In this podcast, Andy Tinlin, Head of Mergers & Acquisitions, Accenture Strategy, shares some insights to help you better understand what impacts the markets are having on mergers and acquisitions as well the capabilities you need to pursue M&A opportunities.

Being Bold through Effective Mergers and Acquisitions - MP4

Andy Tinlin — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:45:00 GMT

A Special Report From the World Economic Forum: Strategies for achieving high performance in a multi-polar world Podcast - MP4

Mark Spelman — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 21:25:00 GMT

In this podcast, Mark Spelman, Managing Director of Accenture’s Strategy organization shares some insights into the major issues that were addressed by the world’s top leaders - everything from macroeconomic geopolitics all the way through to some new, innovative ideas, particularly around the low-carbon economy. Mark also discusses the finding from Accenture’s latest research report “Strategies for achieving high performance in a multi-polar world” and what companies need to be doing to operate in the multi-polar world.

How to Achieve Operational Excellence in these Extraordinary Times Podcast – MP4

Narendra Mulani — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:40:00 GMT

In this podcast, Narendra Mulani, Managing Director, Accenture Supply Chain Management, and Trevor Gruzin, Managing Director, Management Consulting in Asia Pacific, answer questions around what companies need to do to ensure they have the right operating model to compete in today’s new world order.

A Special Report From the World Economic Forum: Strategies for achieving high performance in a multi-polar world Podcast - MP3

Mark Spelman — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 03:50:00 GMT

How to Achieve Operational Excellence in these Extraordinary Times Podcast – MP3

Narendra Mulani — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:40:00 GMT

Customer Acquisition and Retention - MP4

Woody Driggs — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:05:00 GMT

In this podcast, Woody Driggs, Managing Director of Accenture’s Customer Relationship Management organization describes why customer centricity is key to sustaining performance in uncertain times. By maintaining a customer-centric approach to acquiring and retaining profitable customer relationships, enterprises will plan and act with greater confidence, compete with more intensity and respond more effectively to changing market conditions.

Climate Change: Turning Carbon into Competitive Advantage - MP4

Peter Lacy — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In this podcast, Peter Lacy, who leads Accenture’s Sustainability practice across Europe, Africa and Latin America, discusses the impact of climate change, especially in the economic downturn; how companies and organizations an remain customer centric; the impact of carbon on Accenture’s business model; International policy measures that are being put into place, such as the European Union’s measures; Accenture’s Climate Change solutions for clients.

Customer Acquisition and Retention - MP3

Woody Driggs — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Climate Change: Turning Carbon into Competitive Advantage - MP3

Peter Lacy — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 03:25:00 GMT