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Advancements in digital technologies and software are enabling companies to compete and thrive; empowering them to become disruptors instead of being disrupted themselves. However with the rapid pace of emerging technologies and digital advancements there is still much to consider when evaluating how these technologies influence process improvement. This is where Digital Process Automation (DPA) has taken form and emerged as the new best in class breed of digital enablement tools that have the power to transform enterprise environments to deliver true end-to-end transformation. But what is Digital Process Automation exactly and how does it drive digital transformation? In this episode, Malcolm Ross, Appian’s VP of Product talks about the evolution of Digital Process Automation and what enterprises need to know when evaluating how these technologies fit into their broader enterprise digital strategies. Zach Messler serves as contributing host. Other topics of discussion include low-code application development

According to a recent study conducted by IDC, it’s estimated that 70% of siloed digital transformation initiatives will fail by 2018. So why do organizations fail and what are the key elements executives need to consider when mapping their digital transformation strategy? In this episode, Kevin Spurway, Appian’s Senior Vice President of Marketing discusses what’s driving business leaders to ride the digital wave and what challenges enterprise organizations - and executive leadership - need to consider when establishing and executing their digital transformation strategic plans. Zach Messler serves as contributing host.

In the final episode of our series, Evjatar (Evi) Cohen, Appian’s Vice President for the Life Sciences Practice discusses how Life Sciences organizations are navigating the move to the cloud. Industry topics include transforming the product lifecycle, clinical trials and contact research organizations (CROs), patient simplicity, and shifting industry attitudes towards moving to the cloud. Abby Jacobs serves as contributing host.

In Part Two of this series, Evjatar (Evi) Cohen, Appian’s Vice President for the Life Sciences Practice discusses the different stages and systems that support the product life cycle and the digital transformation challenges organizations face. Industry topics include transforming the product lifecycle, clinical trials and contact research organizations (CROs), patient simplicity, and shifting industry attitudes towards moving to the cloud. Abby Jacobs serves as contributing host.

In Part One of this series, Evjatar (Evi) Cohen, Appian’s Vice President for the Life Sciences Practice discusses innovation, digital transformation and his predictions on the forces shaping the life sciences industry. Topics include transforming the product lifecycle, clinical trials and contact research organizations (CROs), patient simplicity, and shifting industry attitudes towards moving to the cloud. Abby Jacobs serves as contributing host.

Customers want to do business with organizations that are doing business the way they want to do business. In this episode, Malcolm Ross, Appian’s Vice President of Product Marketing, discusses dynamic case management and mastering the customer journey through the digital experience. Topics cover the interlock between case management, BPM, digital transformation, and the cloud. Zach Messler serves as contributing host.To learn more about Case Management and hear Malcolm speak further about the intersection of Dynamic Case Management, sign-up for our webinar, "Transforming Work and the Customer Experience with Dynamic Case Management" > http://ap.pn/2sAP8PC

Scott Polansky, Appian’s Industry Practice Lead for the Healthcare Payer Industry discusses digital transformation topics and trends impacting healthcare payers. Topics include customer behaviors, adapting an agile approach, the importance of a unified member view and accurate provider directories, as well as the current state of uncertainty amidst healthcare reform. Abby Jacobs serves as contributing host.TRANSCRIPT: Abby: Hello and welcome to the Appian Industry Outlook Podcast, where we take time to speak with Subject Matter Experts on digital transformation topics impacting their industries. I’m your host Abby Jacobs, a member of Appian’s digital marketing team and a self-proclaimed digital disruption evangelist.Today, I’m joined by Scott Polansky, Appian’s Industry Practice Lead for the Healthcare Payer industry. Thanks for joining us today, Scott!Scott: Thanks for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here.Abby: Before we get started could you tell us a bit about your background and your role at Appian.Scott