In this episode of the Configure IT Done podcast, Jay and Seb sit down with Gavin Wood, a highly successful technology leader known for driving commercial outcomes at Newcrest, Optus, and Oracle. Gavin shares his approach to building inclusive, values-led teams, emphasizing respect for diversity and empowering team members to take ownership of their culture.
The discussion covers leadership during crises, with Gavin sharing his own mental health journey to foster openness and support within his team. He also explains how simplifying IT operations at Newcrest, including reducing complexity by 30%, paved the way for AI and IoT advancements, leading to $500 million in additional free cash flow.
Gavin offers practical advice for future IT leaders, touching on strategic planning, stakeholder management, and the power of simplification. He wraps up by discussing the future of SAP and mobile app customization in driving innovation.
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Hosts: Jay Wynter & Sebastia
Guest: Gavin Wood
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