As part of cloud company Gainsight's Humanfirst CEO series, François Locoh-Donou, CEO of F5 Networks, discussed how F5 adopts a human approach to all its stakeholders.
François discussed specific and tangible actions people can take to value and embrace diversity and inclusion.
From cyber security to digital transformation
In the live video discussion via LinkedIn hosted by Nick Mehta, a F5 Board Member and CEO of Gainsight, François also spoke about a range of technology topics including cyber security; automation; digital transformation; and creating better digital experiences for customers.
He also discussed the human factors regarding technology, including questioning our own blindspots when it comes to bias.
A company that puts people first
François emphasized that F5 is more than just a technology company, it is also a 'human' company.
As part of its human-centric approach to business, François explains that F5 wants to ensure all employees can be their true selves at work, a culture created through initiatives such as its inclusion groups.
"Authenticity will be celebrated at F5," said François to Nick in the video chat.
François also discussed how F5 enables people to change the world through volunteering their time and their skills.
"I want F5 to be a place that doesn't get in the way of people living their passions but is actually a platform that helps them to live their passions," he said. "Everywhere where F5 operates, we give employees the opportunity to show up in that community and make a difference in an area that they are passionate about."
Furthermore, François explains how F5 has maintained this human-centric culture during the COVID-19 pandemic.
For François, working from home takes away a whole level of hierarchy because everyone is in the same environment - at home, and appearing on a screen. Plus, with video calls being interrupted by family members, remote working shows that all employees are facing the same human challenges of balancing personal and professional lives during a time of crisis.
"As a result, it has brought us together," he adds, "perhaps more than we were before."
Listen to the full discussion.
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