318: How AI and Sustainability are Redefining Hybrid Work and Product Design: Insights from Prakash Arunkundrum, Logitech COO

Prakash Arunkundrum is the Chief Operating Officer at Logitech, a $14 billion market cap company with over 7,300 employees globally. With a broad range of responsibilities, Prakash oversees the company’s operations, including global manufacturing, supply chain, customer experience, and quality operations. He also serves as General Manager of one of Logitech's business units and leads the strategy for the company's environmental sustainability initiatives. Prakash, who joined Logitech in 2015, has a rich background in management consulting, having held executive positions at Kearney and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He is also an architect of Logitech’s AI strategy and a sought-after speaker on AI and the future of computing.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• How Logitech is positioned at the intersection of AI and daily life, providing the input layer for AI models through audio, video, and content. • Logitech's commitment to sustainability, focusing on reducing the environmental impact of devices and using AI to optimize energy efficiency. • The potential of AI to automate repetitive tasks, allowing humans to focus on creative and intuitive work. • The philosophy of responsible AI, emphasizing fairness, transparency, and accountability in its development. • The global culture at Logitech that fosters innovation, diversity, and seamless user experiences. • Prakash’s leadership style as a pragmatic strategist who values data, empathy, and people-first results.

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Connect with Prakash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prakasharunkundrum/

AI fun fact article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/10/29/ai-electronic-waste-recycling/

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