In this episode of the Decision Intelligence Lab podcast, Ganesh Ramakrishna joins our hosts Vijay & Mike to share his journey from co-founding Opex Analytics to launching Lyric. He discusses the challenges of building a software company, the importance of fundraising with scaled ambitions, and the critical role of product-market fit. Ganesh emphasizes the need for an AI-first mindset in supply chain intelligence and the responsibilities that come with venture capital. He also highlights Lyric's innovative approach to solving supply chain problems through a comprehensive platform that integrates data, algorithms, and user experience.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ganesh Ramakrishna
03:05 The Birth of Lyric: Vision and Challenges
06:05 Navigating the Startup Landscape: Fundraising Insights
08:59 Building a Software Company: Early Stages and Funding
12:07 Achieving Product-Market Fit: Lessons Learned
14:58 The Role of Venture Capital: Control and Responsibility
17:58 Supply Chain Challenges: Lyric's Approach
21:02 AI-First Mindset: The Future of Supply Chain Intelligence
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Connect with guest
Ganesh Ramakrishna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ganeshatalk/
Connect with hosts
Prof. Vijay Mehrotra (University of San Francisco): https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijay-mehrotra-ba9498/
Prof. Michael Watson (Northwestern University): https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-watson-07600a1
About the podcast
The Decision Intelligence Lab podcast delivers real-world insights for data professionals, business leaders, and anyone seeking to leverage data & AI for smarter decision-making & successful business outcomes.
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