CIOs are rethinking IT from the ground up. Host Rita Richa leads a powerful conversation with Lenovo’s VP & GM, Rakshit Ghura, and Lakeside Software’s CEO & Founder, Mike Schumacher, on why AI and DEX are now mission-critical for modern IT organizations. They discuss how AI, DEX, and device telemetry are enabling IT teams to shift from reactive troubleshooting to predictive and autonomous operations. With hybrid work intensifying complexity, the ability to detect issues early and pers...

AI is transforming cybersecurity, but it’s also arming cybercriminals with new tools. In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn series, we sit down with David Christian Frich, Security and Preparedness Manager at the Norwegian Tax Department, to explore how leaders can prepare their teams for a new era of digital threats while using AI to strengthen crisis management and resilience. Here’s what you’ll discover: 🔹 The Evolving Threat – How AI makes phishing and spoofing attacks harder to detec...

What happens when the Internet of Things meets the realities of cyber risk? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn series, host Rita Richa speaks with Cedric Giacobazzi, Cybersecurity Director at a Belgian lighting manufacturer, about the urgent shift from traditional IT defense to product-level security. Cedric shares how his team is navigating new EU regulations, the rise of AI-powered attacks, and the challenge of building unified systems that protect both data and devices. He also refl...

What happens when automation becomes an enabler, not a replacement, for human potential? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa sits down with Paula Liiv, Cybersecurity Transformation Lead at the EBRD, to discuss how organizations can balance innovation with education and security. Paula shares how EBRD is implementing AI tools like Copilot to eliminate repetitive tasks and open space for creativity and collaboration. She also explains how her team is addressing da...

What does it really take to prevent data leaks in the modern enterprise? On today’s show, Azmat Khan, CISO at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), joins us to share how a people-first approach is reshaping cybersecurity. Azmat explains why awareness is the foundation of protection, how classifying and labeling data drives better governance, and why rapid detection and response are key to resilience. He also emphasizes the importance of building healthy, committed tea...

How can cybersecurity evolve without losing its human soul? On today’s show, host Rita Richa sits down with Gianluca Tirozzi, Founder and CEO of a Milan-based cybersecurity firm, to explore how AI, collaboration, and ethics are reshaping the future of protection in a digital world. Gianluca shares how his company’s solution, Zadig, uses transparency and adaptability to strengthen trust with clients. He also explains how federated intelligence, sharing learnings across deployments, can turn ...

How can companies balance innovation with security when AI is rewriting the rules? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa talks with Nik Levantis, Marketing Lead at Obrela, about the tension between automation and human oversight in cybersecurity. Nik explains why trust is the cornerstone of AI adoption, how “invisible IT” can empower employees by removing friction, and why understanding purpose is vital when managing complexity in uncertain times. He also reflects...

What’s holding companies back from adopting AI securely and responsibly? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, Thirugnana Vijayan, Director of Platform Operations at CLS, shares how his organization is tackling one of AI’s biggest challenges: complexity and security. Thirugnana explains why the key to AI success isn’t just innovation, it’s responsibility. He discusses CLS’s approach to testing new AI use cases safely through dedicated labs, ensuring that every step forward aligns...

What does it take to build cybersecurity systems that think for themselves? In this conversation from Lenovo’s Work Reborn series, host Rita Richa sits down with Nicola Mugnato, Co-Founder and CTO of Gyala, to unpack how AI is transforming endpoint protection for critical infrastructure and defense. Nicola explains how context-aware AI can interpret operational phases to detect anomalies, prevent attacks, and even guide non-expert operators through complex cybersecurity responses. He also s...

Can automation make work more human? In this conversation from Lenovo’s Work Reborn series, host Rita Richa speaks with Andreas Fritz, CISO at Voestalpine, about how AI and automation are reshaping cybersecurity without reducing the people behind it. Andreas explains how automation streamlines repetitive security operations while freeing up talent for higher-value problem-solving. He also explores the growing challenge of training employees on AI risks, and why external expertise can make a...

Why is AI adoption racing ahead in some parts of cybersecurity while lagging behind in others? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa speaks with Tulvinder Shokar, Head of Security Architecture at RSA, about the realities of integrating AI into enterprise security strategies. Tully explains why endpoint security tools have been quick to integrate AI, while areas like data protection and DLP remain more complex to embed. He shares insights on the value of vendor par...

How can organizations protect against data leakage when both insiders and external actors are reshaping the threat landscape? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, we’re joined by Imran R Khan, Head of Cybersecurity at Gulf Bank of Kuwait, to explore how leaders can proactively manage risks in the age of AI. Imran explains why insider threats remain one of the toughest challenges, and how banks are adapting with new data loss prevention tools and monitored communication channels....

What does it take to balance the promise of AI with the growing risks in cybersecurity? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa speaks with Christy Hart Smith, Analyst Relations Leader at Cyera, about how organizations can navigate the accelerating shifts in security. Christy explains why analyst relations gives her a unique view into how technologies, use cases, and trust models are evolving. She shares why leaders are simultaneously drawn to AI and cautious about ...

How can organizations prepare for inevitable change without being overwhelmed by complexity? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa speaks with Thilo Bayerlander, Worldwide Sales Leader for Digital Workplace Solutions at Lenovo. Thilo shares why Lenovo has evolved far beyond devices to provide holistic services that secure, integrate, and simplify the modern workplace. He explains how ThinkShield laid the foundation for hardware-level protection, and how Lenovo’s p...

What happens when 90% of IT leaders admit they don’t feel confident in their defenses against cyberattacks? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa is joined by Tiago Da Costa Silva, leader of Lenovo’s Cybersecurity Services practice. Tiago shares insights from Lenovo’s global survey of 600 IT leaders, revealing why AI is both a catalyst for innovation and a multiplier of cyber risk. He explains Lenovo’s Cyber Resiliency as a Service (CRaaS) framework and how it hel...

What does it mean to defend against threats that no longer think like humans? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa is joined by Rik Ferguson, Vice President of Security Intelligence at Forescout. With more than 25 years in cybersecurity research, Rik shares insights into how attackers exploit organizational silos, why visibility is the foundation of resilience, and how AI is changing the rules of engagement. He explains why defenders must prepare for autonomous, ...

What happens when attackers use AI to move faster than human teams can respond? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, host Rita Richa speaks with William Morrish, CRO at Covert Swarm, who leads offensive cybersecurity operations for global enterprises. William explains how AI is shifting the threat landscape from slow, stealthy intrusions to rapid, automated attacks that can bypass traditional defenses. He shares why many organizations rely too heavily on perimeter tools, why ide...

What does it take to move from traditional security to a culture of cyber hygiene? In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn podcast, we’re joined by Richard Bennett, Field CTO for IBM in EMEA, to discuss how AI is reshaping the threat landscape and why organizations must rethink their security strategies. Richard explains why leaders can no longer rely on outdated defenses and instead need to focus on securing data at rest, in use, and in transit. He shares why autonomy and automation are es...

Amin Tavakoli, EMEA Managing Director at SCC, discusses the crucial link between digital workplace transformation and distinct business identity. He highlights how tailoring technology to employee personas drives productivity and business outcomes, especially in knowledge and frontline worker industries. Amin also emphasizes the importance of a structured change management framework, backed by targeted training and adoption strategies, to make AI and digital tools scalable and effective acros...

Shraddha Pandya, Senior Security Specialist at DNV, shares her insights on preparing employees for AI-powered workplaces through motivation, teamwork, and patience. She emphasizes the importance of integrating security from the start using a “security by design” approach and highlights how sustainability is about both environmental impact and product lifecycle vitality. Shraddha discusses common barriers organizations face—lack of knowledge, resources, and motivation—and stresses that adaptin...