Welcome to the Digital Drop Podcast! In this episode, our host Nej chats with Aaron Woods, a seasoned CIO with over 25 years of experience in the charity and membership sectors. Together, they dive into the evolution vs. transformation debate, the challenges of digital transformation in membership organizations, and how organizations can truly achieve impactful change. Topics Covered: - Aaron’s career journey and motivations - The real meaning of digital transformation -Why mindset matters more than technology -Challenges of transformation in membership organizations -AI’s role in digital transformation - Top 3 tips for successful digital transformation

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n this episode of the Digital Drop Podcast, we explore the challenges of digital transformation in the membership sector with insights from Lisa Goldsmith, a 25-year industry veteran. Lisa shares her expertise on tackling common obstacles, from organisational culture to strategic budgeting, and offers actionable advice for membership organisations navigating their digital journeys.

Key Points Discussed:

• Challenges of Digital Transformation: The influence of culture, budgeting, and decision-making on transformation success.
• Why Organizations Undertake Transformation: Common triggers for starting digital projects, from internal pressures to leadership-driven goals.
• Leadership's Role: How top-down support aligns goals and drives successful transformation.
• The Importance of Culture: The critical role of internal and external culture in shaping outcomes.
• Budgeting for Long-Term Success: Why planning for continuous investment is key to sustainable digital growth.
• Choosing the Right Technology Approach: Weighing monolithic vs. best-of-breed solutions for membership organisations.
• Overcoming Legacy Processes: Rethinking and improving outdated processes for a more agile organisation.
• Top Tips for Success: Lisa’s top three pieces of advice for organistions starting their transformation journey.

Whether you're in the membership sector or focused on digital transformation, this episode delivers valuable insights and proven strategies to overcome challenges and drive impactful, long-term success.

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#GenerativeAI #DigitalTransformation #PodcastIn this episode of the Digital Drop Podcast, host Nej sits down with Bill Rogers, a pioneering figure in the content management industry and co-founder of AI12Z, to explore how AI copilots are revolutionizing digital experiences. They dive into the evolution of digital transformation, discussing its impact on user engagement, efficiency, and future innovation. Key Discussion Points:

• The Evolution of Digital Content Management: From Ektron to AI-driven copilots.
• AI Copilots: How they streamline user interactions and enhance digital journeys.
• Conversational AI Challenges: Overcoming the limitations of traditional chatbots.
• The Role of AI in Reducing Costs: Transforming customer service and operational efficiency.
• Security and Trust in AI: Addressing hallucinations and ensuring reliable responses.
• Future of Gen AI: The next big steps in generative AI and its implications for businesses.

Join us for an insightful conversation about the future of digital transformation and the critical role AI will play in reshaping industries. 🔗 Follow us for more episodes: / @grmdigital6748