Zebra's Your Edge Podcast

Exclusive Interview Reveals the Real Impact Nurses are Having on the Quality of Healthcare Today

Nurses consistently bring comfort to those who need it most, despite the challenges they face. They also advocate for better patient care every day in a number of different ways.

So, this year for International Nurses Day, we decided to speak with three very special women who have been on the front lines of public health crises in various capacities, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Two of them – Rikki Jennings and Elizabeth Miller – are Registered Nurses. The third, Alex Van Ryne, will earn her bachelor of science in nursing degree this weekend and will become a Registered Nurse in June.

All have gained tremendous insight into the evolving challenges nurses face in today’s healthcare environment. And each has been able to contribute to the ongoing innovation occurring both behind the scenes here at Zebra and on the front lines in hospitals and other facilities. Listen to the 20-minute discussion now to get the inside scoop on:

• the sentiment among nurses one year into the COVID-19 pandemic.
• the questions arising about nursing students’ preparedness for the real world.
• the acceleration of digital strategies to facilitate a “care anywhere” model via “digital front door,” expanded home healthcare, and virtual collaboration tools.
• the efforts being made to improve workplace safety.
• how foundational technology is being leveraged in new ways to improve clinical workflows, better support nurses, and help improve the quality of both the patient and caregiver experience.
• ways in which the “clinical voice” is giving rise to more impactful innovation at Zebra and across the global healthcare community.
• the simple way in which the public can celebrate nurses on International Nurses Day – and every day.

Then visit the Your Edge blog to learn more about improvements being made in healthcare.

Inclusion and Diversity Action Report: We’ve Spent the Last Three Months Listening, Learning and Introducing Changes that We Hope Will Make Work (and Life) Better for Employees

The seemingly small, but intentional, steps we take to foster even greater inclusion and diversity are so critical to the personal growth and professional success of those across Zebra Nation. In this latest episode of the Your Edge podcast, Natalie Bodus, Senior Director of Inclusion and Diversity and Employer Brand, talks about the specific actions we have taken throughout Black History Month, Women’s History Month and every day to help our employees feel empowered to challenge stereotypes, actively interrupt sexist language and engage in difficult conversations. 

NFL’s Troy Vincent: Zebra Technologies Provides the Data Engine for Football

In a new interview, the Executive Vice President of Football Operations explains how invaluable Next Gen Stats have become to everyone with a stake in the game, including fans. Listen now then learn more about the role Zebra is playing in this blog post.

Meet Our Women Leaders | Becky Brookes: Loyal Zebra, Fierce Animal Lover, Trusted Channel Leader and Champion for Women in Tech

In this new podcast interview, we find out just why Becky believes so strongly in building long-term relationships and how her rural upbringing helped her cultivate a successful career in the booming tech sector. Listen now then visit the Your Edge blog to learn more about Becky.

 

Ask the Expert: What Can Chief Financial Officers (CFO) Do Right Now to Help Their Organizations Recover from the Pandemic?

In this exclusive interview, Zebra Technologies CFO Nathan Winters explains how diversification – of people, processes and the portfolio – has helped the company sustain profitability in the past year. Listen now then read this blog post for more insights.

NFL Pro Hale Hentges May Have Football in His Blood, but He Has Kindness in His Heart and a Lot of Fun in Life

In this exclusive podcast interview, the NFL extern shares what he learned during his three weeks with Zebra and how he plans to apply those lessons in the future.  (Plus, he has a secret talent that will just blow you away!) Listen now then visit our blog to read more about his experience.

Meet Our Women Leaders | Emily Cates: Stevie Award Winner, Business Transformationalist, and Champion of Inclusion and Diversity

In this exclusive podcast interview, we learn more about women’s (recent) history in the technology industry and why we are starting to see more female leaders like Emily Cates. Listen now then learn more about Emily on the Your Edge blog.

Meet the (Global Channel) Expert: Jeff Barteld Reveals the Secret to Being a Good Partner

In this podcast episode, 2021 Channel Chief Jeff Barteld explains why “listening” is just the first step to building mutually-beneficial relationships with resellers, distributors and other solution providers. Listen now then read the blog post to learn more about Jeff's experience leading global channel development.

Ask the Expert: Is Zebra Really One of the Top Robotics Companies in the World?

According to well-respected robotics and automation executive, Jim Lawton, the answer is yes! Zebra has the ability to deliver “automation for all” businesses, regardless of size or industry.

In this 15-minute podcast interview, Jim shares his thoughts on:

• Zebra’s pioneering innovation in the automation space.
• The evolution of robotics automation in the last five years and where he thinks the technology is heading.
• Why it’s important to make automation solutions accessible to businesses of all sizes in all industries as quickly as possible and how Zebra hopes to propel collaborative robotics and software automation strategy into the mainstream.
• How the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the adoption of collaborative robotics and software automation solutions, particularly among supply chain organizations. 
• The May 1977 movie that inspired him to get into robotics.
• The one daily practice that he has found to be most rewarding (besides building robots).

“Beyond the Basics”: NFL Pro Brandon Copeland Talks About What It Takes to Be a Winner, On and Off the Field

In this exclusive podcast interview, we learn what it really means to be a well-rounded athlete and a true professional. Listen to it now and then read this Your Edge blog post to learn more about Brandon.