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Transforming Aerospace & Defense with Solumina AI

1 week ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

I recently had the pleasure of speaking withNaveen Poonian, President & CEO ofiBase-t, a leading manufacturing operations management software company whose flagship product, Solumina is purpose-built for the aerospace & defense (A&D) industry. Naveen shared several industry challenges and solutions and here’s a breakdown of the top topics we discussed. Here's a sobering statistic:30% of today's manufacturing workforce is 55+ years old.
2025 and the Inevitable Rise of Agentic AI

2 weeks ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

The world is an uncertain place on many fronts, from economic volatility to global events. There is, however, one undisputed sea change happening: Agentic AI is automating responsiveness, workflow and how we view intelligence. Yet, that’s only half the story. The other half is much more a mashup between sci-fi and real life: AI agents provide a platform for agents to speak to each other. Companies can build the agents so they can exchange information. You and I will have agents, too.
Blueprints for the Autonomous Enterprise: Architecting Agentic Workflows

2 weeks ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

At PegaWorld 2025, I had the privilege of sitting down with Don Schuerman, CTO of Pegasystems and self-described “Chief Translation Officer” to explore one of the most exciting shifts in enterprise tech: agentic workflows. What emerged from our conversation was a clear view of where we’re headed: a future where business and technology transformation are no longer separate efforts, but two sides of the same coin.
The 3 Strategic Shifts to Building an Autonomous Enterprise

3 weeks ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

This year’s PegaWorld was a celebration of innovation, transformation, and the future of AI-driven business. Leaders, practitioners, and technologists gathered to explore how intelligent people and systems are reshaping the enterprise and moving us beyond legacy automation toward a new paradigm oforchestration, agentic AI, and autonomy at scale. “It’s defining the autonomous enterprise of tomorrow.
Your dream escape awaits at Rosewood Hong Kong | Cathay HK

3 weeks ago | cathaypacific.com | Helen Yu

Overlooking the shores of Victoria Harbour in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Rosewood Hong Kong has impressed Instagram addicts and business travellers alike with its stunning views. Opened in 2019, the luxury hotel continues to set high standards with an unrivalled attention to detail, where every aspect of the experience is meticulously taken care. If you’ve been dreaming of a five-star holiday, there’s never been a better time to visit Rosewood Hong Kong.
AI-Powered Business Suite: A Conversation with Arpan Shah

3 weeks ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

Last week atSAP Sapphirein Orlando, I had the opportunity to hostArpan Shah, SVP and Head of SAP Business Suite Product Management, for a deep-dive conversation on what’s next for enterprise management and howSAPis reimagining the Business Suite for a new era of intelligent transformation. As someone who works closely with organizations navigating complex changes, I found this conversation timely.
How Applications, Data and AI are Powering the Next Era of Enterprise

1 month ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

This year’s SAP Sapphire focused on showcasing enterprise momentum. SAP’s message revolved around one powerful concept: the flywheel. “Applications generate data. Data fuels AI. AI makes applications smarter. That’s how the flywheel spins.” That’s an exciting and compelling vision framed by SAP CEOChristian Klein. I have had the privilege of supporting companies on their digital journeys over a decade; I found this theme especially resonant.
How AI Agents Are Powering the Future of Work - A Conversation with Tamar Yehoshua

1 month ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents are transforming the workplace, redefining how businesses operate and how employees engage with their tasks. Unlike traditional AI assistants that respond to specific prompts, AI agents are autonomous systems capable of reasoning, planning, and executing complex tasks with minimal human intervention.
What’s Next for Enterprise AI? Key Takeaways from IBM Think 2025

1 month ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

IBMThink 2025 was a blueprint for the future of enterprise AI and a powerful reminder that success in this space is as much aboutcollaborationas it is aboutinnovation. As someone who works closely with CIOs, CTOs, and digital transformation leaders, I walked away with one message loud and clear:We’ve officially moved past AI experimentation. The focus now is on scalable impact and measurable ROI.
Trust in AI - A Conversation with Leanne Allen, Head of AI at KPMG UK

1 month ago | bbntimes.com | Helen Yu

A recentglobal study byKPMGandUniversity of Melbourne, based on insights from over48,000 people across 47 countries, revealed a growing disconnect between the increasing use of AI and the level of public trust in it. The UK-specific findings are particularly striking: fewer than half of people in the UK say they trust AI, and 80% believe stronger regulation is needed. For business leaders, this trust gap is more than a perception issue and it’s a call to action.