CGE Radio

CGE Radio

Author: Canadian Government Executive April 17, 2023 Duration: 21:56

Welcome back to another episode of CGE Radio with host, J. Richard Jones. This week we talk to Kristen Leroux, General Manager, Public Sector, Canada, DXC Technology and Srijani Dey is Chief Data and Analytics Officer, DXC Technology. DXC is a Fortune 500 company and represented in the S&P 500 Index with a long and trusted reputation built on delivering world class IT solutions to multiple levels of government. Kristen brings a dedicated Public Sector focus to her role. She is a client focused, strategic visionary     and an analytical decision maker whose insights into modernizing the Canadian Public     Sector set her apart in the field. Srijani leads business transformation initiatives, delivers strategic technology roadmaps, and heads a Center of Excellence for analytics workload migration to accelerate customers' modernization journeys.

Tune in for an insightful discussion about data analytics, public sector experiences, AccelerateGOV, and an overview of who DXC is and what they can do.

Also in this episode:

  • What public sector experience does DXC bring to Canada
  • How can DXC help the Government of Canada?
  • Turning Data into Insights & Actions
  • Managing and protecting data as a strategic asset
  • And more!

For decades, Canadian Government Executive has been the essential print and digital publication for those navigating the complex machinery of the public service. Canadian Government Executive Radio extends that legacy into audio, creating a direct channel for conversation about the policies, technologies, and leadership shaping governance from town halls to Parliament Hill. This podcast moves beyond press releases and official statements to explore the real-world implementation of ideas. Each episode features candid discussions with deputy ministers, city managers, IT directors, and frontline innovators who are tasked with turning legislation into action. You’ll hear about the challenges of digital transformation, the intersection of cybersecurity and citizen services, and the evolving nature of public sector leadership in a time of rapid change. It’s a forum for the people who build, manage, and protect the programs that define Canadian society. By focusing on the practical expertise of senior officials and the technologists enabling modern government, this series provides context and clarity that you won’t find in daily news coverage. Tune in for a nuanced perspective on how decisions are made, how technology is adopted, and how public service executives are steering their organizations toward the future. This is where policy meets practice, offering listeners an insider’s understanding of the forces that govern.
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