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The Human Factor Podcast

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The Human Factor Podcast Episode 78: From Transactional Excellence to Intelligent Service Delivery

October 16, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

In this episode, we speak with Claire Meadows from Mitie about the evolution from transactional excellence to intelligent service delivery, and how AI is reshaping processes, workforce design, skills, and the future of operational…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 77: The Hidden Forces Shaping Organisational Change with Nicholas Toko

September 18, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

In this episode, we speak with Nicholas Toko about how Jungian psychology can help leaders better understand culture, resistance and organisational change. In Episode 77 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore the hidden forces that shape…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 76: Building from Within: The Discipline Behind Internal Talent Development with Cecilia Sandberg

August 18, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

In episode 76 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore what it really takes to build talent from within and why internal talent development requires far more than a commitment to promoting from within. Many organisations say they believe in…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 75: Reimagining Talent Acquisition in the Age of AI with Alan Walker

July 16, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

In episode 75 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore how AI is transforming talent acquisition and what it takes to build hiring processes that are not only faster, but fairer and more human. Talent acquisition has faced significant…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 74: The 5th Anniversary - Still Human

June 18, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

In this special anniversary episode, we celebrate 5 years of conversations by bringing together four guests who have each helped shape the discussion around work, leadership, wellbeing, and inclusion: Sue Yell, Gethin Nadin, Eric Tinch…

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The Human Factor Podcast Episode 73: Human Connection - Why We Need It More Than Ever with John Cooper

May 18, 2026 · 58 min

In episode 73 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore one of the most important yet often overlooked drivers of workplace success: human connection. As remote and hybrid working continue to reshape how we collaborate, many organisations…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 72: From Core to Edge: How AI Is Expanding What Enterprise Systems Can Do with Ben Peters

April 16, 2026 · 57 min

In episode 72 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore how organisations can move beyond the limits of traditional enterprise systems and tackle the processes that still feel slow, fragmented, or broken. Joining us is Ben Peters…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 71: Executing Change in the Real World with Nick Francis

March 18, 2026 · 59 min

In episode 71 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore what it really takes to execute organisational change in the real world - beyond the frameworks, models, and tidy diagrams that often dominate the conversation. Joining us is Nick…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 70: Navigating the Snakes & Ladders of Modern Leadership with Richard Jolly - Part 2

March 2, 2026 · 45 min

In this episode of The Human Factor Podcast, we’re diving into the dynamic and unpredictable world of modern organisations, where leadership can often feel like a giant game of Snakes & Ladders. We’re joined by Richard Jolly, one of the…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 69: Navigating the Snakes & Ladders of Modern Leadership with Richard Jolly - Part 1

February 18, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode of The Human Factor Podcast, we’re diving into the dynamic and unpredictable world of modern organisations, where leadership can often feel like a giant game of Snakes & Ladders. We’re joined by Richard Jolly, one of the…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 68: Generation Z: The Myths and Realities

January 19, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

In episode 68 of The Human Factor Podcast, we’re diving into the dynamic, and often misunderstood, world of Generation Z: those born between 1997 and 2012 who are now entering and reshaping the workforce. With strong values, digital…
The Human Factor Podcast Episode 67: AI, Burnout and Trust – Navigating Change in the Modern Era, Part 2

December 23, 2025 · 53 min

In this episode of The Human Factor, continuing from Episode 66, we’re diving into one of the most pressing leadership challenges of our time: how to lead continuous, disruptive, deeply human change in 2025. We’re joined by Dan Rickards…

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About the show

The Human Factor Podcast series, hosted by Michael Esau (Global HCM Value Advisory) and Simon Humphreys (Global HCM Solution Advisory), explores human capital management topics, trends, challenges, and opportunities facing organizations today. Listen as Michael and Simon interview guests including HR leaders, influencers, experts, authors, and advisors from inside and outside of the SAP ecosystem about their insights, experiences, and guidance on relevant topics from the world of work. Each episode features detailed discussions on the topics and themes that challenge and inspire us every day and their impact on the success and sustainability of our organizations. All episodes are available via popular podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. https://www.sap.com/products/hcm.html