TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 30 From Bean Counter to Tech Strategist: The Evolution of Accounting

TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 30 From Bean Counter to Tech Strategist: The Evolution of Accounting

Rita Mistry, the Director of Industry and Solution Strategy for Infor SunSystems. In a candid and insightful conversation, Rita shares her unique journey from a "stereotypical accountant" to a leading technology strategist. As the accounting world faces a generational shift, Rita discusses how automation and digitalization are reshaping the role of finance professionals. She explores why the old "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mentality is fading and how modern finance teams are demanding information at their fingertips. Key topics discussed: - The Career Pivot: How Rita transitioned from traditional accounting to becoming a systems expert and eventually driving strategy for Infor SunSystems. - Industry Trends: The move towards "continuous close" and why real-time integration is often more critical than real-time reporting. - The Human Side of Tech: Why soft skills like honesty and respect are just as vital as technical know-how in building a successful career. - Personal Insights: Rita opens up about her perfectionism, her love for travel (including a memorable motorbike food tour in Vietnam!), and the advice she would give her younger self. Whether you are a finance professional navigating digital transformation or someone looking to pivot their career, this episode offers valuable lessons on growth, adaptation, and finding success on your own terms.

TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 29 Navigating the Rough Waters of Cloud Transformation

Doron Shachar, the Founder and CEO of Renova Cloud, a leading AWS Advanced Consulting Partner in Vietnam and Cambodia. In this episode, Doron discusses the complexities and "rough waters" of taking large enterprises into the age of the cloud. As a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in high-tech, banking, and IT, Doron shares his insights on what it takes for companies to achieve true digital transformation. Key topics discussed: - The transformation challenge: The difference between a simple "lift and shift" of workloads versus a full modernization of legacy systems to become agile and responsive on the technology front. - Renova Cloud's mission: How Renova Cloud specializes in simplifying and shortening the transition of legacy workloads to frontline technologies like cloud, DevOps, and automation. - Core pillars: Discussing the critical role of expertise in cloud computing solutions, DevOps, managed services, data analytics, and generative AI in the modern enterprise. - Cloud ecosystems: The necessity of building the right foundation to help customers leverage platforms like AWS and Azure for improved security, scalability, and cost optimization. This is a must-listen for executives and IT professionals navigating their own path to the cloud and striving for commercial success in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 28 Navigating AI's Dual Impact on Critical Thinking and the Skills Gap

Brian O'Reilly, Senior Partner at Crossroads Vietnam, joins us to dissect the seismic shifts currently reshaping higher education and the workforce. With Vietnam's landscape undergoing rapid digitization, we explore the dual impact of Generative AI (like ChatGPT) on students and seasoned professionals alike.  In this powerful episode, Brian shares his insights on:  - The major trends in Vietnamese tertiary business education, and the challenge of balancing technological adoption with skill development.  - The critical mistake both students and working professionals make when using AI, and why critical thinking is now more important than ever.  - How professionals can use AI to save up to 80% of their time on tasks like drafting a project charter.  - The urgency for industry, government, and educational institutions to collaborate to produce "work-ready graduates" and minimize the dangerous skills gap.  Tune in to understand how you or your organization can adapt, stay current, and thrive in this accelerating digital age!

TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 27 Medicine 3.0 and Reimagining Senior Life in Vietnam

Vietnam is facing a demographic challenge: it is now the world's most rapidly aging country. But what if "getting old" meant moving into your most vibrant phase of life?  Dr. Mason Cobb, a former pediatric surgeon and founder of two major healthcare systems in Vietnam, is now tackling this challenge as Chairman of Golden Sunrise Senior Life. He joins us to dismantle the old "warehousing" model of elder care and introduce the groundbreaking concept of Medicine 3.0—a proactive, anti-aging blend of purposeful community, resistance training, and specific dietary changes.  In This Episode, You Will Discover:  🔹 What "sarcopenia" is and how you can reverse the aging process without a pill. 🔹 Why Dr. Cobb calls old age a "blessing and grace," and how to maintain vibrancy.  🔹 The surprising reason why seniors in Vietnam should cut back on white rice consumption.  🔹 How Vietnam is poised to become a high-standard, cost-effective global destination for retirement living.  Don't miss this essential conversation on maximizing health and longevity at any age.

TRG Talk x Digital: Episode 26 The Human Side of Real Estate Beyond Property

Navigating the real estate landscape in Vietnam and Cambodia can be unpredictable. In this episode of "TRG Talk x Digital," we go beyond the numbers with David Jackson, Principal and CEO of Avison Young, to explore the crucial human element behind every deal.  Discover why real estate is a "people business" and how companies are adapting to a volatile market shaped by recent global and local changes. Learn about the psyche of Vietnamese investors, the opportunities for foreign capital, and the surprising personal philosophy that drives one of the industry's top leaders.  This episode reveals the long-term vision for sustainable growth, the challenges of navigating bureaucracy, and the creative mindset required to succeed in one of the world's most dynamic markets.  Get the inside story on what it takes to build a business that builds a better future.