Rajiv Subramanian

Head of Finance, Strategy & Technology Nokia

Conference Day 2: Thursday 23rd October

11:10 AM THE ART OF STORYTELLING: A CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR FOR ANY GBS ORGANISATION

In today’s dynamic business environment, Global Business Services (GBS) organisations are no longer just cost-efficient back-office functions; they are strategic enablers of enterprise transformation. However, to gain executive buy-in, drive stakeholder engagement, and inspire teams, GBS leaders must go beyond metrics and operational excellence—they must become master storytellers.

The art of storytelling is a powerful tool for GBS organisations to:

·       Demonstrate value – Data alone doesn’t inspire action. A well-crafted narrative helps translate process improvements, cost savings, and automation wins into compelling business impact stories

·       Drive transformation – GBS leaders must articulate their vision in a way that resonates with executives, business units, and employees, fostering alignment and change adoption

·       Engage & influence stakeholders – Whether working with Finance, HR, IT, or Procurement, storytelling helps build trust, secure investments, and drive collaboration

·       Create a culture of innovation – By crafting stories around customer-centricity, digital transformation, and continuous improvement, GBS organisations can energise their teams and shape the future

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Rajiv.

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