About this episode

How new and emerging data-driven capabilities are supporting decision making in Defence.

Overview

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Ventia’s Melanie Evans, Group Executive/CIO - Digital Services, and John Parisella, General Manager transformation - Defence, join host Liam Garman to unpack how Ventia’s new and emerging data-driven capabilities are supporting decision making in Defence.

 

Guests

John Parisella

With 20 years’ experience in facilities management, leading contracts in technology, government and banking sectors, John’s passion for digital transformation has changed the way Ventia deliver facilities management, providing innovative solutions and the technology needed for optimised operational performance.

Currently, John works as General Manager for Transformation across the Defence portfolio nationwide. He is spearheading the transition towards digital solutions focusing on improvements in health and safety, people and culture, and operational delivery.

Melanie Evans

Melanie joined Ventia in July 2023 as Group Executive – Digital Services.

Prior to joining Ventia, Melanie was Partner In Charge, Connected Technology Group and Head of Technology, Audit, Assurance & Risk Consulting at KPMG.

She spent more than ten years at Telstra in various senior IT, business transformation, marketing and product roles.

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Key takeaways

  • Evans and Parisella begin the podcast discussing how Ventia is transforming Defence asset management, including creating digital twins for Defence capabilities the right way through from ships to monitor upkeep to remote Defence assets to maximise workforce outputs.
  • They then unpack their practical approach to data-driven decision making, including the practical application of artificial intelligence to streamline internal policy making.
  • Evans, Parisella, and Garman wrap up the podcast looking at emerging technologies, including predictive analytics to ensure the efficient use of Defence assets.

 

This podcast was originally published on Defence Connect.