TechMarketView's "View from the Top" podcast series brings you exclusive, in-depth conversations with the most influential leaders in the UK tech sector. We sit down with C-suite executives to discuss strategy, industry trends, and the personal journeys that have shaped their leadership approach.

These candid discussions go beyond the press releases to explore the real challenges and opportunities facing technology businesses today, offering valuable insights for tech leaders, investors, and market watchers alike. 

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Episode #2: Michael Herron, CEO of Atos UK&I The 100-day report

A turnaround story gaining momentum

Michael Herron is back. Three months after his debut on "View from the Top," the CEO of Atos UK&I returns with notably different energy - more confident, more bullish, and armed with concrete evidence of progress in what many considered an impossible turnaround.

TechMarketView's Chief Analyst Georgina O'Toole sits down with Herron to dissect his first 100+ working days, exploring both the victories and challenges that tested his resolve. Rather than the usual corporate summary, this is a candid assessment of leadership decisions during a difficult period and the first encouraging signs that the transformation strategy is gaining traction.

What's changed since March? Significant contract wins, cultural shifts across the organisation, and the rollout of Atos's ambitious "Genesis" strategy. But Herron doesn't shy away from the difficulties either - from tough restructuring decisions to rebuilding market credibility.

The conversation explores his "Future is Here" value proposition, strategic investments in sovereignty and AI capabilities, and why he's setting even more ambitious targets. Perhaps most revealing is Herron's personal approach to leadership, including his commitment to keep running with Atos colleagues as a way of staying connected to the organisation he's working to transform.

A pivotal moment in a high-stakes turnaround story.

Episode #1: Michael Herron, CEO of Atos UK&I

Taking on one of the UK tech sector's most challenging leadership roles

In this inaugural episode of our "View from the Top" series, TechMarketView's Chief Analyst Georgina O'Toole interviews Michael Herron, the newly appointed CEO of Atos UK&I, for a candid conversation about his decision to take on one of the most challenging leadership positions in the UK tech sector.

Many industry watchers were surprised when Herron left CGI to take the helm at Atos during a period of significant turbulence. In this revealing interview, he explains his motivation for embracing this challenge, highlights encouraging signs of recovery, and outlines his strategic vision for Atos UK&I's future.

The discussion explores impressive recent performance indicators including a strong Group book-to-bill ratio, and how the UK business has maintained strong client satisfaction and employee retention metrics despite recent challenges. Herron shares the impact of the "One Atos" strategy on the UK&I business in 2025, emphasising simplification, regional focus, and rebuilding foundations for growth. Perhaps most compelling are the customer success stories he highlights across digital workplace, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data & AI services.

The interview concludes with a lightning round that reveals surprising personal insights about Herron's leadership style and life beyond the boardroom.

Watch now to hear the full conversation in our debut "View from the Top" episode and discover what question Herron wants Georgina to ask him when they record part two in a few months' time.

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