Winning with AI

Owning the tech stack with David Gibbs, the former CEO of Yum! Brands

April 14, 2026·32 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Leaders developing new tech stacks wonder: should I build, or buy? David Gibbs says: both. At Yum! Brands (parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill), he developed a centralized tech stack that integrates AI into every part of the customer experience. It’s a revolutionary move, but it didn’t happen overnight. David Gibbs shares the decade of evolution it took to bring AI innovation to Yum’s restaurants and franchisees around the world. And maybe more importantly, how he led this transition, prioritizing risk-taking and moving fast.Join the Conversation: To learn more about the Winning with AI podcast check out (https://www.bain.com/insights/topics/winning-with-ai-podcast/) or hit the link for additional AI Insights (https://www.bain.com/insights/topics/ai/)Bain & Company LinkedIn |   / bain-and-company  Bain & Company X | https://x.com/BainandCompany

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