Welcome to the Silicon In Focus Podcast, where technology meets business intelligence.
Hosted by David Howell, Editor in Chief at Silicon UK, Silicon In Focus brings you sharp, informed conversations on the innovations, policies, and strategies shaping today’s digital economy. Each episode cuts through the hype to explore what’s really driving progress across enterprise technology.
From AI and cybersecurity to data, skills, and sustainability, we speak with industry leaders and practitioners who are shaping the future—offering clarity, context, and practical insight for decision-makers navigating constant change.
In this episode, Building Inclusive Tech Teams: Skills, AI, and the Future of Work, we examine two of the most pressing challenges facing the tech sector today: a widening skills gap and the need to build more inclusive, diverse teams.
While artificial intelligence is often framed as a disruptor, it also has the potential to be a powerful enabler—helping organisations uncover hidden talent, accelerate learning, and create new pathways into technology careers.
From bootcamps and apprenticeships to AI-driven learning platforms, the routes into tech are expanding, giving enterprises new opportunities to build workforces that are both adaptable and representative.
Joining us is Michelle Dawkins, Vice President for Solution Consulting UKI & EMEA at Workday, who shares her perspective on how organisations can responsibly use AI to broaden access, reduce bias, and build human-centric teams fit for the future of work.
