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The Lens: Life Sciences Reinvention in Focus

Accenture
Digital Transformation
Life Sciences
Generative AI
Artificial Intelligence
Patient Experience
Takeda Oncology
Customer Experience
Personalized Learning
Data
Clinical Trials
Oncology
Gen.ai
AI Collaboration
Innovation
Digital Capabilities
Accenture
Workforce Development
Technical Skills
Human-Centric Skills
Change Management

Tune in to industry innovators sharing real experiences – turning digital potential into a competitive advantage and improving patient outcomes. Previously known as Driving Digital in Biopharma.

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Tom Lehmann and Matteo di Tommaso, SVP and Head of Research and Development IT, at Bristol-Myers Squibb, explore approaches to scale AI across drug development, discussing a predict-first mindset to human-led platforms driving real impact on how medi... more

Join Tom Lehmann and Petra Jantzer, Accenture's Global Life Sciences Lead, as they cover the highlights of 2025 and look forward to 2026. What's coming next for biopharma? Tune in for the trends and insights that will shape the future.

Join Roy Helmy, Associate VP at Merck, as he explores what it takes to reinvent the lab from the ground up. From AI to end-to-end digital transformation of lab operations, Roy shares actionable insights on overcoming resistance and fostering collabor... more

In this episode, host Tom Lehmann speaks with Sanjay Patel, Global Head of Innovation Capability Solutions & Services at Takeda, regarding how global collaboration and innovative leadership are reshaping the biotech landscape. Sanjay shares insights ... more

Discover how digital innovation and Gen AI are reshaping pharma with Anvita Karara. Explore how patient-centricity, personalization, and responsible AI are driving better health outcomes and transforming engagement at scale.

An episode with Tracy Ring, Accenture's Chief Data Officer and Global Generative AI Lead for Life Sciences explores how advanced AI, cognitive digital brains, and agentic systems are transforming business efficiency, trust, and customer interactions.... more

A discussion with David Hole, Global Life Sciences T&O lead about how GenAI is transforming the life sciences workforce, emphasizing the need for new skills, ethical considerations, and the balance between democratization and governance.

Matt Studney, from Merck's Research Laboratories Information Technology discusses AI's growing role in pharma and the need for responsible implementation to enhance health outcomes.

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Recent Guests

Matteo di Tommaso
SVP and head of R&D IT at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Episode: BMS' Matteo di Tommaso: AI-Powered Pharma R&D
Roy Helmy
Associate Vice President at Merck, overseeing bioanalytical, small molecule, vaccines, and biologics
Merck
Episode: Reinventing Merck's Modern Lab: from pipettes to AI
Sanjay Patel
Global Head of Innovation Capability Solutions and Services at Takeda
Takeda
Episode: Innovation Centers Powering Takeda's Digital Future
Anvita Karara
Vice President of Worldwide Commercialization Excellence
Bristol-Meyer Squibb
Episode: Marketing Pharma's Future with GenAI and Purpose
David Hole
Global lead for Accenture's Life Sciences, Talent and Organization practice
Accenture
Episode: Tech Trends 2025: A partnership between AI and workforce
Matt Studney
Vice President of Information Technology for Merck Research Laboratories
Merck
Episode: Looking Ahead: Balancing Innovation with Human Insights
Tracy Ring
Lead for Data and AI in Life Sciences at Accenture
Accenture
Episode: Looking Ahead: Balancing Innovation with Human Insights
Christian Fox
Digital transformation lead at Roche Genentech, focusing on cell and gene therapies.
Roche Genentech
Episode: Augmenting Cell & Gene Therapy with Digital Solutions
Richard Milne
Vice President and General Manager of Digital Science Solutions
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Episode: Inflection Point: Transforming Today's Labs for the Future

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Tom Lehmann
Host of The Lens; frequently represents Accenture in life sciences and digital transformation discussions.

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BMS' Matteo di Tommaso: AI-Powered Pharma R&D
Q: What should organizations do now to prepare for the AI-enabled future in drug development?
Name the future with a bold enterprise AI aiming points framework, equip cross-functional teams, deliver quarterly value, prioritize high-impact areas tied to medicines, and ensure data, processes, and people are aligned so AI augments human expertise rather than replacing it.
BMS' Matteo di Tommaso: AI-Powered Pharma R&D
Q: Where do you see BMS on its AI journey at this point, and what are the priorities for scaling?
We prioritized teaching and enabling safe, responsible AI use, building an enterprise platform mindset, and preserving a clear focus on delivering value to medicine development and patients, with an emphasis on platform scalability, data foundations, and governance that ensures decisions are driven by patient outcomes.
2025 Highlights Powering the Path to 2026
Q: What are industry leaders looking at for the year ahead?
Petra identified three major trends: the digital transformation and AI integration into all aspects of the industry, the pressures surrounding patent cliffs and pricing, and the rise of advanced modalities and therapeutic areas like cell and gene therapies.
Innovation Centers Powering Takeda's Digital Future
Q: How does Takeda approach learning and development among its employees?
Takeda focuses on intentional learning and upskilling through programs like digital dexterity and AI boot camps.
Innovation Centers Powering Takeda's Digital Future
Q: What are some examples of core capabilities in the Innovation Capability Centers?
Core capabilities include data analytics, cloud and software engineering, and user experience design.

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This series focuses on how digital technologies, AI, and data-driven approaches are reshaping life sciences—from research labs to patient care and market strategies. Across episodes, conversations emphasize enabling technologies like generative AI, automation, and data analytics, paired with human-centered design and responsible AI practices. Listeners often hear practical examples of digital transformation in pharma and biotech, including lab modernization, personalized medicine, and better engagement with healthcare providers and patients. The show tends to feature senior perspectives from pharma, biotech, and consulting, with a strong emphasis on turning technology into real-world outcomes, improving efficiency, innovation, and patient e... more

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