{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Executive Exchange","title":"Collaboration in Innovation with Martin Jackson, CIO of Northumbrian Water","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":882,"description":"In this episode of Exec Exchange, Piers Clark welcomes Martin Jackson, the new Chief Information Officer at Northumbrian Water in the UK. Martin shares his career journey, transitioning from the automotive sector to utilities, and the various roles he's undertaken within Northumbrian Water. He discusses the importance of apprenticeships and the value of diversity in driving innovation. Martin elaborates on Northumbrian Water's operations, their efforts in digital transformation, AI implementation in smart sewer systems, and the significance of open data collaboration within the UK water industry. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities in the sector, emphasizing the need for ethical AI practices. Martin also offers personal advice on overcoming imposter syndrome and reflects on the importance of continuous learning and small steps in career progression.\n00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome\n00:27 Martin Jackson's Career Journey\n02:39 Northumbrian Water Overview\n03:36 Challenges and Innovations in the Water Sector\n05:34 Smart Sewer Project and Its Impact\n08:56 Collaboration and Open Data Initiatives\n10:50 National Underground Asset Register (NUAR)\n12:07 Future of AI in the Water Industry\n13:26 Advice to the Younger Generation\n14:22 Conclusion and Farewell","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AhH8Oc24Ep5HBk1v4oSv3FPCbdOflcUt3HC2QFXLbGU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ZGVm/OTViMGYxNjJiMjNh/YjEwMmM3YmY2MWZj/ZjBmMi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}