Why do 70–95% of digital transformations fail?

In this episode of Digital Wisdom, Richard explores why leadership, not technology, is often the deciding factor in digital transformation success. Drawing from over 25 years of consulting experience, he unpacks how different leadership styles — visionary, structured, and empathetic — shape outcomes in complex tech projects.

Through real-world stories, he shows how missing even one leadership element can derail delivery, culture, and impact.

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What You’ll Learn:

• The three leadership styles every transformation needs: visionary, structured, and empathetic
• Common pitfalls when one leadership style dominates
• How to balance your natural tendencies with complementary team strengths
• Practical ways to identify and fill leadership gaps before they cause failure
  
  

Whether you’re leading a digital transformation or steering a project team through change, this episode will help you build balanced leadership - so your next initiative doesn’t just deliver, but lasts..

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Gain clarity on your leadership style, uncover the gaps holding your projects back, and walk away with practical steps to strengthen your impact.

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About the show:

Digital Wisdom is the podcast for leaders driving complex digital transformations — and determined to get it right. Hosted by Richard White, a trusted advisor to billion-dollar businesses and CEO at 365 Inhouse. Each episode unpacks proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and real-world insights from the front lines of enterprise technology. If you're navigating chaos, aligning systems, or scaling with purpose, this is your blueprint for clarity, momentum, and results.

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What if the key to scaling your tech organization wasn’t more speed — but better structure?

In this episode of Digital Wisdom, Richard talks with Kevin Shipp, Senior Director of Delivery Operations at MRI Software, about how governance, maturity models, and structured frameworks can drive digital transformation at scale.

Kevin shares how MRI’s global 4D system (Define, Design, Develop, Deploy) streamlined delivery across teams and regions — without compromising quality.

He also highlights a crucial but often overlooked leadership topic: integrating wellness and mental health into high-performing tech teams.

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What You’ll Learn:

• How maturity matrices help assess and improve business processes over time
  
  
• Why MRI Software adopted the 4D delivery model, and how it drives consistency at scale
  
  
• The importance of governance in responsible AI and tech adoption
  
  
• Practical strategies for integrating mental wellness and support into project teams
  
  
• How structure and clarity can improve client relationships and long-term business impact

Whether you're leading a complex tech transformation or aiming to bring structure to delivery chaos, this episode offers actionable insights for digital leaders who want to get it right — not just done.

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About the show:

Digital Wisdom is the podcast for leaders driving complex digital transformations — and determined to get it right. Hosted by Richard White, a trusted advisor to billion-dollar businesses and CEO at 365 Inhouse. Each episode unpacks proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and real-world insights from the front lines of enterprise technology. If you're navigating chaos, aligning systems, or scaling with purpose, this is your blueprint for clarity, momentum, and results.

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Welcome to the first episode of Digital Wisdom® with special guest Lisa Ram on Driving Tech Mindfully.

Digital Wisdom aims to dive deep into the transformative power of technology combined with strategic wisdom for anyone looking to harness this incredible power for themselves and their organisations.

Joining me in this episode is Lisa Ram, a Lead Consultant known for her insightful and effective approaches to technology implementations. Over the years, Lisa and I have explored and relied on a set of core principles, or 'The 12 Mindful Mantras – see below for a full list' that are crucial for success in the tech industry. These principles not only aim to enhance operational efficiency but also ensure that our growth has a positive impact on both people and the planet.

In this episode, Lisa and I discuss these foundational mantras, providing a solid base for the series ahead. You'll gain insights into how to produce significant ROI, drive growth, enhance customer satisfaction, improve employee well-being, and secure a competitive advantage — all through mindful integration of technology.

But that’s just the start. We have an incredible lineup of high-profile guests from leading tech companies and user organisations scheduled for upcoming episodes. These discussions will illuminate how top industry leaders apply the principles of Digital Wisdom to excel in their digital transformations.

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights from the forefront of digital innovation. Subscribe now to catch every episode of what promises to be an insightful and inspiring series! Sit back, relax, and join us on this journey of enlightenment toward digital wisdom.

The 12 Mindful Mantras

1. Vision First: Aligning technology efforts with clear organisational goals.
2. Blueprints Matter: Emphasising strategic planning to bridge the gap between technology solutions and organisational visions.
3. Governance Guides: Setting robust governance structures to ensure projects stay on track.
4. Future-Proof: Developing adaptable and sustainable technological strategies.
5. Cultivate Capabilities: Enhancing skills across the organisation.
6. Synergise Partnerships: Evolving collaborative relationships.
7. Master Digital Wisdom: Guiding leadership to navigate the digital landscape effectively.
8. All Voices Count: Integrating diverse perspectives.
9. Embrace Evolution: Aligning technological changes with organisational goals.
10. Sustainable Tech: Advocating for eco-friendly practices.
11. Prioritise Self-Care: Promoting well-being through balanced tech use.
12. Soulful Systems: Fostering community and empathy through ethical tech practices.

For more insights and resources discussed in the episode, check out our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/_pb5oR5RPlw