IBM SayZ What?

Client Zero Story

Hosts Camila and Ahmed sit down with Ashly AuBuchon from IBM’s Client Zero Center of Competence to unpack the real story behind AI transformation. In this episode, Ashly shares how IBM became its own first customer—testing, refining, and scaling AI across the enterprise before bringing those lessons to clients. From cultural shifts to workflow redesign to measurable business impact, this conversation reveals how “Client Zero” became a blueprint for helping customers adopt AI with confidence and clarity.

Episode 10: Why Get Quantum Safe with Charles Robinson

We’re excited to share the latest episode of our IBM SayZ What? podcast — and this one’s a special one! Our incredible summer interns, Marc Sibaja and Prerana Kalapatapu, step up as guest hosts to explore a hot topic with Charles Robinson, IBM’s Worldwide Business Development Leader for the Quantum Safe team. This episodes topic highlights: * What it means to be "quantum safe" * How IBM is helping organizations navigate the post-quantum cryptography transition * Fresh perspectives from our interns as they dig into this emerging field

Episode 9: z17 with Kenny Stine

In this exciting episode of the IBM SayZ What? podcast, hosts Aleis Murphy and Ahmed Usman dive deep into the groundbreaking release of the IBM z17 with special guest Kenny Stine, a seasoned expert in enterprise systems and IBM Z Technical Specialist. Together, they explore: * What sets the z17 apart from previous generations * Key innovations in AI integration, quantum-safe cryptography, and resiliency features * How z17 is redefining performance and scalability for modern workloads * The business value it brings to enterprises across industries Whether you're a long-time mainframe enthusiast or just curious about the future of enterprise computing, this episode offers an inside look at how IBM z17 is shaping the next era of digital transformation.

Episode 8: Watsonx Assistant for Z

In this special episode of 'IBM Says What?' hosts Louise Dixon and Aleis Murphy flip the script—by interviewing none other than IBM’s Watsonx Assistant for Z. That’s right: the AI assistant becomes the guest. Tune in as we explore what it’s like to be the assistant supporting IT operations on IBM Z. We dive into how Watsonx Assistant for Z works behind the scenes to streamline problem-solving, enhance productivity, and enable a new kind of human-machine collaboration. This episode gives you a front-row seat to the inner workings of IBM’s enterprise AI. Whether you're a mainframe pro, an AI enthusiast, or just curious how an assistant sees the world—it’s a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Episode 7: Interview with Watsonx.ai

In this exciting episode, join hosts Aleis Murphy and Louise Dixon as they sit down with the brilliant 'mind' our very own Watsonx.ai [http://Watsonx.ai] to explore the cutting-edge innovations in artificial intelligence. From AI's growing role in business to the future of machine learning, Watsonx.ai [http://Watsonx.ai] answers some of the most pressing questions shaping the landscape of modern technology. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or new to the space, this conversation provides a unique perspective on how AI is revolutionizing industries and driving the future forward. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the power of AI, data, and the endless possibilities of Watsonx.ai [http://Watsonx.ai] in today’s fast-evolving tech world.