Columbus - Leading Business Transformation
Tune in for stories, insights, and ideas from our thought leaders and guests as they discuss the challenges and opportunities that matter most to today’s businesses.
Each episode dives into the most talked-about topics shaping today’s and tomorrow's organisations — from strategy and tech to organisation and leadership.
Columbus is a consultancy company helping organisations drive business value by advising, creating, and evolving their entire business. We deliver digital value through human intelligence, enabling our customers to innovate and grow.
Episodes
52 episodes
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: The AI career journey
In the latest Future Bytes episode, two generations share their views on AI. Didrik Nettelhorst Krog, an Associate Consultant at Columbus, grew up with technology as part of everyday life, while host Magnus Oxenwaldt watched it emerge ...
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21:35
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: Data readiness
Did you know that over 70% of AI projects fail—not due to technology but because of poor data readiness? In this latest episode of Future Bytes, Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by Michael Sim...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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24:38
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: AI leadership
In the latest episode of Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by Beatrice Silow, Managing Director for Columbus Sweden and Global CMO at Columbus, to discuss how leaders can adopt AI in a way that’s meaningful, strategic and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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22:22
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: Lessons of AI integrations
Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by AI-advisor at Columbus, Anders Leander, to talk about the practical realities of integrating AI into business operations. From manual tagging to AI-powered efficiency: This episode showcase a pow...
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Episode 7
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22:29
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: Can we trust AI?
The DeepSeek effect: Media discussions are buzzing about DeepSeeks impact on the AI landscape. In this episode, as we catch up on what these advancements mean for AI in business, we also dig into an underlying question: Can we trust ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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21:02
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: Immediate return on investment with Chatbots
Welcome back! In this episode of Future Bytes, Magnus Oxenwaldt outlines a practical roadmap for business leaders aiming to successfully implement AI chatbot solutions. We also get insights from Magnus personal experience o...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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23:52
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: AI-powered personalisation in retail
Today Magnus will chat about the importance of personalisation in modern retail.More specifically:AI-Powered Hyper-Personalisation in RetailChallenges of Implementing AI in RetailFuture AI Personalisa...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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25:52
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: AI in product information management
Tune into our podcast about AI and business development with our AI-expert Magnus Oxenwaldt.In this episode, host Magnus Oxenwaldt talks with principal adviser Mikael Bossel about the role of generative AI in creating product des...
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Episode 3
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25:14
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: Conversational AI
Tune into our podcast about AI and business development with our AI-expert Magnus Oxenwaldt.In our second episode, host Magnus Oxenwaldt explores how conversational AI is reshaping retail with personalised, efficient customer exp...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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25:09
Future Bytes - bits of business transformation: AI makes us human
Tune into our podcast about AI and business development with our AI-expert Magnus Oxenwaldt.In our first episode, host Magnus Oxenwaldt explores how AI is transforming retail by enhancing human interactions and enabling better cu...
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21:49
Next Gen Manufacturing: Real talk on automation, AI, new business models and data
Join us as we share practical advice and real-world experiences from the manufacturing industry. Explore how to modernize operations with AI and automation, adopt circular business models, use data effectively to drive transformation, and prepa...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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57:55
Next-gen fashion - Real talk on circularity, new regulations, agility, and data.
Dive into the latest trends shaping the fashion industry, including the adoption of sustainable, ethical, and circular practices, as well as the evolving regulations surrounding them. Learn how brands and retailers can transition to innovative ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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39:44
Next-gen distribution: Real talk on new business models, culture, AI, and cloud
More than just trend talk. In this podcast, we dive deep into the future of the distribution industry, offering actionable insights based on real-life examples from our daily work. We've teamed up with industry experts to highlight what you can...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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40:22
Next-gen food manufacturing: Real talk on business agility, AI and cloud
More than just trend talk. In this podcast, we dive deep into the future of the food and beverage industry, offering actionable insights based on real-life examples from our daily work. We've teamed up with industry experts to highlight what yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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32:52
Commerce Snacks - Learnings about customer portals
In this episode Robin and Dan shares insight from their work with customer portals.With:Dan Andersson, Global Head of Strategy & Service Development, Columbus Commerce, and Robin Slotts, Head of Partnerships, Digital Commerce, C...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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5:32
Design thinking vs. systems thinking in change projects
Ian Kingstone and Toby Mankertz from the Strategy and Change team at Columbus discuss the differences between systems thinking and design thinking in change projects.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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15:54
Kanthal on the true value of training your employees
Education is key – especially for new employees. But how do you create an effective onboarding and education program, and what are the benefits of focusing on trainings? In this episode of ColumbusCast, Jeanette Andersson sat down ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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22:55
ColumbusCast - Why change is always necessary
In this episode we take a closer look at change management. Martina Lundgren, Marketing Director at Columbus and host of this episode, has invited Michaël Navon, Global Head of Strategy & Change at Columbus, into the studio to a talk about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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33:19
Commerce Snack 7 - Channel Strategy for B2B
How should we think in terms of channel strategy? When do we use what channels? How do we use them on different markets and towards different target groups with different products and services? Listen to the episode to learn more!&...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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11:24
(Episode in Swedish) Skiftet - Så ska Duni bli den ledande leverantören av hållbara engångsartiklar
I detta avsnitt av Skiftet träffar vi Dunis Erik Lindroth, Sustainability Director och Nicklas Bengtsson, EVP BioPak, och pratar om hur långsiktighet och hållbarhetsarbete ska säkra Dunis position som den ledande aktören inom engångsartiklar bå...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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39:41
Futureproofing sustainable manufacturing with ENOUGH.
Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen sustainability becoming a hotter topic than ever before, with more consumers supporting food businesses who adopt an ethical mindset. However, with instability throughout the food supply chain caused by...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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13:56
Commerce Snack 6 - Trend: Customer Portal
B2B companies are climbing on the maturity ladder and investing in Customer Portals to increase Customer experience, engagement and loyalty. Get our insights! With:Dan Andersson, Global Head of Strategy & Service Developmen...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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9:23
Commerce Snack 5 - B2B to embrace Omni-channel
B2B sales is increasing in digital channels as e-commerce, customer portals and EDI/Punch out. But how should you think when embracing B2B omnichannel and a the new hybrid sales model. With:Dan Andersson, Global Head of Strateg...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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7:18
Commerce Snack 4 - Deep dive into Quick Wins with our Growth Lead
We have invited our Growth Lead Jesper to help us to deep dive into quick wins and help us to be a little more down to detail. With:Robin Slotts, Head of Partnerships, Digital Commerce, Columbus.andJesper Petersen...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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