Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews) Scaling Transformation in the Age of AI
Feb 12, 2026
Christoph Sultan, CIO at Vulcan Materials, drives data modernization and trust through pilots. Anil Bhatt, CIO/CDO at Norfolk Southern, builds AI-powered transportation and safety platforms. Guy Perry, CIO/CDO at McCormick, scales data platforms and leads change. They discuss scaling AI beyond pilots, hybrid operating models, embedding technologists in business, AI literacy and trust, and aligning incentives for adoption.
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Scale Is Tech Plus Human Change
- Scaling AI requires both technology and human change management at equal seriousness.
- Guy Perry says meeting employees where they are and answering why, what it means to them, and training is critical.
Industrialize AI With An AI Factory
- Build a robust data platform and an AI factory to manage model lifecycles.
- Guy Perry emphasizes automation, guardrails, and governance for reliable enterprise impact.
Prioritize Safety And Resiliency
- Prioritize safety, security, and network resiliency when applying AI to operations.
- Anil Bhatt advises scaling data infrastructure and embedding automated inspections to predict issues.