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Inside the Strategy Room

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We talk with McKinsey partners and corporate executives on the challenges they face creating lasting strategies in a fast-changing world. We also examine the different ways these executives approach these challenges and the new and innovative ways they think of creating a vision for their enterprises.

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Recent Guests

Matt Watters
Partner in McKinsey's New Jersey office, focusing on geopolitics, government strategy, and corporate finance practices.
McKinsey & Company
Episode: 269. Strategy under geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty
Ezra Greenberg
Partner in McKinsey's Connecticut office, advising executives on macro forces and global trends impacting strategy.
McKinsey & Company
Episode: 269. Strategy under geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty
Charlie Lewis
Leader of McKinsey's North American and European Cyber Practices
McKinsey & Company
Episode: 267. Cybersecurity for CFOs: Defending against an accelerating threat
Anna Mattsson
Global co-lead of Separations and Spin-Offs Client Service Line, partner in Zurich office
McKinsey & Company
Episode: 264. Creating value through separations
Jamie Koenig
Global leader of Separations and Spin-Offs Client Service Line, partner in New York office
McKinsey & Company
Episode: 264. Creating value through separations
Carl Eschenbach
CEO of Workday
Workday
Episode: 262. Workday’s CEO on driving growth and transformation in the age of AI
Eric Olson
Retired US Navy Admiral and former head of US Special Operations Command
Episode: 261. Retired US Navy Admiral Eric Olson: Leading effectively in uncertain times
Vincent Tizzio
President and CEO of AXIS Capital
AXIS Capital
Episode: 259. Risk, Resilience, and Innovation: Insights from AXIS Capital's Vincent Tizzio
Andy Mattes
CEO of Coherent
Coherent
Episode: 258. Andy Mattes on the challenges of driving M&A as CEO

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Sean Brown
Host of discussions with McKinsey partners and corporate executives, focusing on strategic challenges and solutions in business.
Eric Kutcher
Chair of North America and senior partner at McKinsey & Company, focused on leadership and innovative business strategies.

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  • A vast wealth of knowledge

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    Keep up the great work!

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    United Statesa year ago
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    Great podcast but the length of episodes are creeping up

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    MehdiRezaei1983
    Australia2 years ago
  • Very helpful to this first time CEO

    Listening to this podcast has been very helpful to me as a first-time CEO of a major non-profit. Great insights on innovation and other aspects of how to get the most out of my team. Keep them coming please!

    Apple Podcasts
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    rtsimmel
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and insightful

    Great podcast covering very interesting and varied topics around corporate strategy in an always insightful manner. Perfect way to accompany my running sessions :-)

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  • Great content, very down to earth reflections

    Great content, always up to date and relevant down to earth reflections

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268. Accounting for carbon: SAP’s Dominik Asam on the CFO’s role
Q: What practical steps are necessary to embed carbon as a currency in financial metrics and performance management?
It's crucial to use reliable numbers instead of averages to ensure accurate carbon reductions, and to connect this data with financial systems for effective management.
268. Accounting for carbon: SAP’s Dominik Asam on the CFO’s role
Q: Is there a general trend for CFOs to become more of a steward in sustainability as well as financial performance?
Yes, increasingly CFOs are taking on sustainability roles, as the financial implications and assurance requirements around CO2 emissions become more pronounced.
268. Accounting for carbon: SAP’s Dominik Asam on the CFO’s role
Q: Can you describe to us how you as the CFO help manage SRP's carbon footprint and steer towards decarbonization?
We have committed to an SBTI Net Zero target in 2030, which requires significant efforts to decarbonize, especially in Scope 3 emissions, managing our cloud business, and incentivizing customers to switch to renewable energy.
269. Strategy under geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty
Q: How can a CEO assess the agility of their organization amidst uncertainty?
CEOs need to identify key decisions that can be adjusted based on changing circumstances, establishing clear procedures for execution in response to external changes.
269. Strategy under geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty
Q: How are companies managing the impact of tariffs?
Most companies have internal capabilities mapping out tariff exposure and its direct impact on their supply chains and costs.

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Focusing on the strategic challenges faced by corporate executives in a rapidly evolving landscape, discussions center around management practices, innovative solutions, and lasting strategies. Featuring insights from McKinsey partners and industry leaders, episodes explore various topics such as cybersecurity, procurement, leadership, and the implications of artificial intelligence for business. The unique blend of expert perspectives and practical advice makes this resource invaluable for those looking to understand and navigate complex business environments.

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