Project - Resilient Edge: A business transformation podcast platform

Overview

Deloitte needed a digital platform that would position them as thought leaders in business transformation while providing genuine value to C-suite executives navigating unprecedented change. The brief was to create more than just a podcast directory—they wanted an immersive content experience that would become a trusted resource for decision-makers.

The challenge was presenting complex enterprise topics—from AI ROI frameworks to supply chain visibility—in a format that was both accessible and substantive. It needed to serve busy executives who want quick insights while also providing depth for those diving deeper into transformation challenges.

Our Approach

We designed a dual-season architecture that would allow Deloitte to build their thought leadership library over time. Season 1 focused on foundational transformation topics, while Season 2 expanded into more specialized areas like AI strategy and industrial reinvention.

The platform needed to work seamlessly across podcast apps while also providing a rich web experience with features those apps couldn't offer—full transcripts, guest bios, supplementary resources, and visual storytelling.

What we did

• Next.js
• TypeScript
• Podcast RSS Integration
• Multi-platform Distribution
• Content Architecture
• Responsive Design

Meet the Host

Chip Kleinheksel serves as the US Consulting Emerging Enterprise Technologies Offering Leader at Deloitte and formerly the Chief Technology Officer for Deloitte's SAP Practice. His extensive experience in business process design, enterprise transformations, and software package implementations brings credibility and depth to every conversation.

Season 2 Episodes

Episode 1: NT + OP = EOP

New Tech + Old Processes = Expensive Old Processes

Digital transformation is table stakes. So, what's next? Featuring SAP's Jan Gilg and Deloitte's Vadhi Narasimhamurti exploring how executives are building businesses that don't just adapt to change, they capitalize on it. Topics include autonomous enterprise capabilities and the "Vision to Value" framework.

Episode 2: AI for ROI

The smart exec's guide to overcoming analysis paralysis

For companies in 2025, implementing AI is an imperative. But where do you start? Dr. Philipp Herzig (SAP's Chief AI Officer) and Arjun Krishnamurthy (Deloitte) cut through the hype to reveal what's actually working—from the "AI for ROI" framework to why data quality matters more than ever.

Episode 3: Too Much Data, Not Enough Insight

Companies have access to more data than ever before, but using it to inform real-time decision-making remains a challenge. Satya Jayadev (CIO of Skyworks Solutions) and Som Suresh (Deloitte) discuss how leading companies are turning data into revenue-driving intelligence and why treating data as a product is key to unlocking AI's potential.

Episode 4: Inside the Industrial Reinvention

For today's energy, resources, and industrial leaders, transformation goes beyond technology. It's about rethinking how systems connect—from supply chains to operations to energy infrastructure. Tamika Bell (Head of Digital, Mitsubishi Chemical Group Americas) and Rahul Chhatwal (Deloitte) unpack how ER&I companies are building resilience through digitalization, data, and culture.

Episode 5: Mitigating Risk with Smarter Supply Chains

Resilience starts with visibility. Industry leaders discuss how enterprise resource planning systems, artificial intelligence, and location intelligence converge to deliver real-time visibility across the value chain. Featuring insights from Sophia Mendelsohn (SAP) and John Lenahan (Esri).

Season 1 Highlights

Episode 2: Incentivizing Sustainability

Featuring Sophia Mendelsohn and Jacques Buith exploring how to turn climate intent into action. The conversation covers current capabilities, near and long-term solutions, and the role technology plays in sustainability transition.

Episode 3: Dealing with Disruption

With Vadhi Narasimhamurti and Darcy MacClaren discussing how "proactive resilience" is becoming the new normal in supply chain, with 84% of CxOs identifying resilience as a priority.

Platform Features

Rich Guest Profiles

Each episode features expandable guest biographies with professional backgrounds, areas of expertise, and career highlights. This helps establish credibility and context for the insights shared.

Full Transcripts

Every episode includes a complete, searchable transcript—essential for executives who want to scan for specific insights or share key quotes with their teams.

Multi-platform Distribution

Seamless integration with Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube ensures the content reaches executives wherever they prefer to consume podcasts.

Episode Navigation

Intuitive season-based navigation allows users to explore episodes thematically or chronologically, with clear categorization of topics.

Technical Implementation

The platform uses Next.js for optimal performance and SEO, ensuring Deloitte's thought leadership content ranks well for key enterprise transformation topics. Dynamic routing handles episode pages, guest profiles, and season archives efficiently.

Podcast RSS feeds are integrated to automatically sync with major podcast platforms, while the web experience provides enhanced features not available in standard podcast apps.

Impact

Resilient Edge successfully positions Deloitte at the forefront of business transformation conversations, providing valuable insights on:

• Digital transformation and enterprise technology: Moving beyond "digital" to "autonomous"
• AI implementation strategies: From analysis paralysis to actionable ROI frameworks
• Data as a strategic asset: Turning information into competitive advantage
• Supply chain resilience: Building visibility and flexibility into global operations
• Sustainability and ESG: Balancing immediate goals with long-term commitments
• Industrial reinvention: Rethinking manufacturing and energy for the future

The podcast format allows Deloitte to demonstrate expertise through substantive conversations with real clients and technology partners, showcasing their advisory capabilities in action.