Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy and Joseph Msays, global managing partner, EA Managed Services, IBM Consulting, talk about what IBM will showcase at SAP Sapphire—and how the SAP and IBM partnership has evolved over time. He says we will be showing many critical capabilities that span from advisory, to implementation, to migration to cloud, to managed services, industry solutions, and more. They also discuss: A new announcement that will help with user experience, improve productivity, and more. If we have a skills gap and how generative AI (artificial intelligence) can help. The first step companies should take if they want to move forward. SAP to Embed IBM Watson AI into SAP Solutions IBM Transforms Business Operations with the RISE with SAP Solution in Expanded Partnership with SAP (5/9/23 - 821) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joseph Msays, IBM Consulting

Peggy and Lawrence Slade, chief executive, Energy Networks Assn., talk all about net zero and how energy grids underpin global transition. He says the U.K. was one of the first countries to have net zero in legislation—and electricity networks are front and center in how to enable that transition. They also discuss: How to hit the targets, the need for skilled teams, and the importance of being innovative. Who is going to make investments—public, private, or both. If the grids are being resilient, flexible, and delivering what they need to—and how long they can withstand it. energynetworks.org (5/9/23 - 821) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Lawrence Slade, Energy Networks Assn. This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about the industrial metaverse, breaking down the predictions and some new technologies that just might help. She says there is a lot of hype and headlines with the word metaverse in it, but it is time to look beyond that. She also discusses: Real case studies that are working for industrial companies. ROI numbers that show how technology can help. How you can do it in your own business. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/2/23 - 820) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Matthieu Menanteau, head of product, Withings, talk about the key changes in the past 12 months in terms of how consumers are embracing health. He says health is becoming a big topic today and everybody began to realize they need to understand themselves better. They also discuss: The category of connected scale and how it has evolved. The trend of monitoring health and communicating with doctors. Which products are seeing the best traction today. withings.com (5/2/23 - 820) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Matthieu Menanteau, Withings This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Tapio Vehmas, CEO, Carbonaide, talk about reducing CO2 emissions in the concrete industry. He says if you want to make carbon negative concrete you need some kind of precast concrete manufacturing line, then you need to combine Carbonaide technology into that precast construction line. They also discuss: The driving factor for this technology and process. New seed funding from concrete companies. How this will impact the manufacturing industry. carbonaide.com (5/2/23 - 820) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Tapio Vehmas, Carbonaide This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

90. That is the percentage of commercial and industrial customers that want more external support for energy initiatives. Peggy talks about the drive for energy intensive industries to reduce energy, move to renewables, and save more money. She also discusses: How many commercial and industrial companies already have a comprehensive energy strategy. Hurdles that still stand in the way and opportunities that will drive change. Where we are headed with energy and utilities. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/25/23 - 819) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Zack Perconti, vice president of government affairs, National Utility Contractors Assn., talk about the subsurface infrastructure agenda that is in Congress. He says 2023 is going to be a huge year for underground utility infrastructure—as we are in the pivotal implementation phase. They also discuss: The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and how everything is a gradual process. One of the most environmentally friendly things we can do with our infrastructure. Where we should set our priorities when so much of our infrastructure is failing. nuca.com (4/25/23 - 819) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Zack Perconti, National Utility Contractors Assn. This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Rich Humphrey, vice president of construction product management, Bentley Systems, and Andy Kaiyala, vice president of construction technology and controls, WSB, talk about how construction leaders can expand their adoption of 3D or 4D digital twins. Humphrey says they need to understand their state of how they are leveraging technology today and what the value of moving to digital twins or model-based workflows are for their business, and Kaiyala says having a plan is critical. They also discuss: The core benefits of model-based workflows with a digital twin. Managing information through the lifecycle. How the Bentley WSB partnership will pave the way. bentley.com/synchro wsbeng.com (4/25/23 - 819) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rich Humphrey, Bentley Systems, Andy Kaiyala, WSB This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy talks all about Earth Day. She says everyone has a role to play in making our world more sustainable: manufacturers need to move to a more circular business model, businesses need more sustainable business practices, government needs to provide the right support and policies, and individuals need to take action in their own homes and in their own communities. She also discusses: The birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970—and what it looks like today. What we can do to celebrate Earth Day in business and in life. How technology factors in. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/18/23 - 818) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Chris Irwin, program manager for transactive energy, communications, and interoperability in smart grid, U.S. Dept. of Energy, talks about his work on the smart grid. He says he was in the utility industry on the vendor side and then joined the U.S. Dept. of Energy just at the dawn of the recovery act, which is when the U.S. Dept. of Energy was able to invest about $8 billion in grid modernization. They also discuss: The benefits of a smart, connected grid. How intelligent controls can reroute power. How weather conditions impact how power is generated, delivered, and even consumed. energy.gov (4/18/23 - 818) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Chris Irwin, U.S. Dept. of Energy This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Sheeva Sairafi, cofounder & president, Hold-On, talk about the nuts and bolts of a new, sustainable product. She says the company created it because it saw a need in the trash bag and the ziplock bag space of innovation and a more sustainable alternative. They also discuss: The process of producing the products. The importance of a local supply chain. The goal of making sustainability more accessible. holdonbags.com - Use code PEGGY20 for 20% off on your first order of sustainable bags from HoldOn! (4/18/23 - 818) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheeva Sairafi, Hold-On This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

At least eight people a day are killed in distracted driving crashes. Peggy Smedley discusses a summary of the last decade of distracted driving—and looks at where we have been and where we are headed. She says distracted driving is a topic very near and dear to her heart—and suggests what needs to happen next. She also discusses: The history of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. How many people were killed in crashes in 2010—and how many were killed in 2020. Three tips for curbing distracted driving. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/11/23 - 817) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Pam O'Donnell, founder, Catch You Later Foundation, tells Peggy Smedley the story of the loss of family members in a crash—and how she wants to make it better for her daughter when she grows up with a foundation. She says, sadly, about 40,000 people die every year on United States roadways. They also discuss: The cognitive state of drivers and why drivers need to be aware while driving. What happens to the families left behind. How people can help save a life. catchyoulater.org (4/11/23 - 817) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pam O'Donnell, Catch You Later Foundation This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Paul Ripley, CEO, Driver Safety DNA, talk about how distracted driving is a global issue. He shares what can be done to put down cellphone use and improve or reduce driver distraction to be safer on the road. He says driver distraction is a global issue that is growing by the day. They also discuss: How the phone is the controller rather than the person using the phone being the controller. Technologies that can help reduce distracted driving. The three core components the driving task itself includes. paulripley.co (4/11/23 - 817) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Paul Ripley, Driver Safety DNA This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Are we passing down skills to the trades? Are we teaching what we learned? Are we really putting out the best trades with the best skills? Peggy addresses some very tough questions, as it relates to the labor shortage, and gives her thoughts on what needs to happen next. She also discusses: How many jobs are unfilled in construction as of January 2023. A program from the government that looks to expand the workforce for federally funded jobs in large infrastructure projects. Ways technology can help expand the labor force. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/4/23 - 816) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Whitney Jones, director, Submarine Industrial Base Program, talk about how to improve manufacturing—and how to do it with the Navy Submarine Building Enterprise. She says her organization is a year and a half old, and it has seen rapid growth. They also discuss: Machine shops are folding, and how it is impacting the Navy Submarine Building Enterprise. The relationship between the Navy and American manufacturing—and how it is a national security issue. How to get younger and older generations interested in this—and how technology fits in. buildsubmarines.com (4/4/23 - 816) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Whitney Jones, Submarine Industrial Base Program This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Jeff Reich, executive director, Identity Defined Security Alliance, talk about why identity security is emerging as a top priority for everyone these days. He says it is an overnight priority that has been in the making for about the last 50 years—and he is glad we are where we are because it has heightened awareness. They also discuss: How many data breaches involved disclosing identity information. Two key pieces of advice he offers to mitigate the risk. What is Identity Management Day and three different types of identities. idsalliance.org (4/4/23 - 816) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jeff Reich, Identity Defined Security Alliance This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about construction—and three big takeaways from an event she attended earlier this month. She says these trends are prevalent today in the construction industry, although they do also apply to many industries such as manufacturing, energy, and so much more. She also discusses: Three big trends to watch. How much has changed in the past several years. How we can best prepare our business for what comes next. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/28/23 - 815) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, security, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Henry Bzeih, global industry lead for automotive, mobility, and transportation, Microsoft, and Kaivan Karimi, global partner strategy leader, automotive, mobility, and transportation, Microsoft, talk about security—and what is top of mind for mobility and manufacturing industries when it comes to security. Bzeih says we see security as the foundational elements or anchors for our strategy. Karimi says when it is connected, it becomes—for lack of a better word—part of the IT system. They also discuss: How much Microsoft plans to invest in security in the next five years. The IT (information technology) and OT (operational technology) convergence—and how security factors in. How Microsoft is strengthening partner relationships, so the bad actors don't get in, and the vision for the future. Threat Protection - SIEM and XDR Tools | Microsoft Security Microsoft OT security Solutions Microsoft Security Day Microsoft Introduces AI-Powered Cybersecurity Assistant Avanade Collaborates with Microsoft to Help the Automotive Industry and OEMs Fight the Threat of Cybersecurity Attacks (3/28/23 - 815) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, security, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Henry Bzeih, Microsoft, Kaivan Karimi This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about manufacturing and bringing jobs back to the states—and shares a big announcement out of her hometown. She also talks about how it is going to have a big impact on American manufacturing in the years ahead—and how we need to get the next generation as excited about this announcement as she is. She also discusses: The history behind the industry's outsourcing of jobs and production to foreign nations. Challenges that came as a result of outsourcing to foreign nations. What's ahead for manufacturing in the months to come. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/21/23 - 814) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Walt Szablowski, founder & executive chairman, Eracent, dig into the topic of cybersecurity, discussing the impact of all these breaches on businesses and their customers. He says the key here is these hackers are taking over your life and taking over a business—everything you do is monitored and controlled by hackers. They also discuss: Examples of companies that have been hacked and the amount spent on ransom. How and why hacking is a business—and how that operates. How to protect your business from hackers. eracent.com (3/21/23 - 814) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Walt Szablowski, Eracent This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Gerald Kasulis, vice president of business operations, NordPass, talk about the challenges SMBs (small-sized and medium-sized businesses) are struggling with when it comes to cyber criminals today. He says when it comes to data breaches and hacks historically, we are used to seeing large organizations get breached—but recently we have seen a huge increase in SMBs getting breached. They also discuss: The big mistake SMBs are making in terms of password management. Why it is so hard to do password security. The importance of education in protecting our data and our businesses. nordpass.com/business-password-manager (3/21/23 - 814) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Gerald Kasulis, NordPass This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about cybersecurity, narrowing in on how the U.S. government is taking action with its National Cybersecurity Strategy. She outlines the details of the strategy and gives her thoughts about what needs to happen next in businesses. She also discusses: A historical look at what this administration has already done with security. The complex threat environment we currently face and the state of technology. The objectives of the National Cybersecurity Strategy. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/14/23 - 813) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Mike Rogers, former congressman and chairman of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee, talk about if education is still a key component to security. He says education is constant because it is easy to get into a pattern where you think you are okay, and then get complacent. They also discuss: The purpose of defining a nation state. Examples such as a case a few years ago where Russians were inside an electric grid. How to be more vigilant in our businesses so the bad guys don't get in and how to prepare the next generation to secure our infrastructure. mikerogers.com (3/14/23 - 813) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mike Rogers, U.S. House Intelligence Committee This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Ryan Throop, executive consultant - Americas Lead SAP Security Services, IBM Consulting, and Nathan Weaver, senior director, SAP Business Unit, Microsoft, talk about SAP security. Throop says SAP is a large software company and provides solutions that literally cover all aspects of a business—and there are so many security concepts that need to be covered. Weaver adds when we think about the relationship Microsoft has with SAP, it runs 30 years deep. They also discuss: The 13 layers of SAP security. The challenges that keep leaders up at night. How to secure businesses. ibm.com/services/microsoft-azure-security ibm.com/reports/threat-intelligence SAP Cloud Platform on Azure | Microsoft Azure What is XDR? | Microsoft Security Microsoft Sentinel solution for SAP® applications – SAP Monitoring | Microsoft Azure (3/14/23 - 813) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ryan Throop, IBM Consulting, Nathan Weaver, Microsoft This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about the climate, sharing details from a new report. She says industries like manufacturing, construction, and more continue to find innovative ways to leverage technologies to improve efficiency of operations—which ultimately helps the climate. She also discusses: A historical perspective on climate change—and a warning that was heeded. Results from a consumer survey that just might dictate how businesses should proceed in the years ahead. What needs to happen next and how we can leverage technology. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/7/23 - 812) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Daniel Dobrygowski, head of governance and trust, World Economic Forum, talk about how the character of cyber threats has changed. He says the Forum looks at cyber risk over time and how perceptions of cyber risk are changing and what their expectations are—and it is expecting an increase in both impact and severity to businesses. They also discuss: What a catastrophic cyber event might entail. How cyber risks are making companies reevaluate which countries to invest in and which companies to partner with in the supply chain. The importance of a skilled cyber workforce and a mindset shift in the C-Suite. weforum.org (3/7/23 - 812) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Daniel Dobrygowski, World Economic Forum This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Ron Yearwood, senior managing director, J.S. Held, and Stefano Tsorotiotis, cybersecurity industry analyst, Ocean Tomo, talk about a cybersecurity report. Tsorotiotis says it dives into a variety of different facets, including intellectual property. Yearwood says the cyber trends are continuously changing. They also discuss: The key takeaway from the report. The threats that currently exist to our infrastructure. How to better respond to cyber threats. tinyurl.com/oceantomocyberreport (3/7/23 - 812) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ron Yearwood, J.S. Held, Stefano Tsorotiotis, Ocean Tomo This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy talks all about customer service, citing a new report that digs into customer care among some of the leading U.S. wireless companies. She says the big takeaway from the report is that the carriers are doing something that can actually be applied to nearly every vertical market. She also discusses: The importance of going back to the basics and treating others like we would like to be treated. The role of automation in customer service. How to balance fast response time and personalized customer care. peggysmedleyshow.com (2/28/23 - 811) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Melissa Durbin, sales director, digital and application innovation, Microsoft, talk about digital platforms for manufacturers. She says it is a great time to be at Microsoft and it is an even better time to be in manufacturing. They also discuss: How to turn connected products into services. Which areas of manufacturing are ripe for innovation. Growth opportunities and turning to new business models and products. Low-Code Application Development | Microsoft Azure Modern Application Development | Microsoft Azure McKinsey Consulting 2021 Global Report - The State of New-Business Building Microsoft Customer Story-Learning gets real for industrial customers with Honeywell mixed reality simulation Microsoft Customer Story-Johnson Controls takes a smart approach to building technologies with Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Power Platform Microsoft Customer Story-Dow breaks down data silos and accelerates digital manufacturing with Microsoft solutions Microsoft Customer Story-Chevron powers its business future with SAP on Azure and the Microsoft Cloud Microsoft Customer Story-John Deere brings modern cloud benefits on-premises and at the edge with hybrid data services enabled by Azure Arc (2/28/23 - 811) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Melissa Durbin, Microsoft, app innovation, power platform, Azure, Microsoft Advocate This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Frederic Desbiens, program manager for IoT and edge computing, Eclipse Foundation, returns to the show to talk with Peggy about a new survey focusing on IoT adoption and edge computing. He says there was an acceleration of IoT adoption in 2022, citing specific statistics. They also discuss: If at some point there won't be an IoT deployment without edge computing. The role of open-source technologies and the main benefits. The workforce shortage and common operational challenges. iot.eclipse.org (2/28/23 - 811) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Frederic Desbiens, Eclipse Foundation This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks about what needs to happen to mitigate cyber risk. She says going forward we will need to increase our ability to detect things and we will need a plan for what we are going to do when a threat happens—because it isn't a matter of if, it is a matter of when. With threats happening with increasing speed, we need to know the risks that exist out there and we need to be prepared. She also discusses: What happened on Feb. 25, 2022, that changed the trajectory of cyber. A new Dragos report that suggests 2022 saw breakthrough escalation in capabilities by a new modular industrial control systems malware. How we can prepare for a cyber-attack in industrial manufacturing. peggysmedleyshow.com (2/21/23 - 810) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, mobility This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Steve Goetz, VP & partner, telecommunications media & entertainment industry, IBM Consulting, talk about how telecommunications is changing, ahead of Mobile World Congress. He says it is always great to go to Mobile World Congress for so many reasons, and that IBM has a very large presence there. They also discuss: What has changed in the last several years—and what to expect at this year's show. The importance of the monetization of 5G. How roles and responsibilities are shifting. ibm.com/telecommunications Telecom Strategies for a 5G Future White Paper (2/21/23 - 810) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Steve Goetz, IBM Consulting, mobility This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Katherine Giovannone, founder, MEsquad, talk about her background and how she ended up where she is at today. She says eyewear sales is still very old school—and before COVID she could see this was changing and an inefficient way to do business. Thus, she began designing a customizable kids eyewear collection. They also discuss: How it changed during the pandemic and evolved to direct-to-consumer. How the eyewear is like legos for children. The difference between B2B and direct-to-consumer. mesquad.ca (2/21/23 - 810) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Katherine Giovannone, MEsquad, mobility This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy talks about how to keep our loved ones safe on the roads. She says we need to be smarter on our roads, and new efforts from government are a great first step, but there is always so much more than can be done to protect our drivers. She also discusses: The cost of car crashes to our economy and our personal lives—and if we are heading in the right direction. New efforts from the government to improve road safety and advance complete streets that serve all road users. Her thoughts on what needs to happen next with our infrastructure and technology to make our roads a little bit safer. peggysmedleyshow.com (2/14/23 - 809) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Brian Sathianathan, co-founder & chief technology officer, iterate.ai, explains what quiet quitting is all about. He says it has been around for a long time, but now it is happening at a larger scale. They also discuss how this all is changing with technology and the recent layoffs at big tech companies. They also discuss: How fast the tech sector was hiring during the pandemic and how it is shrinking now. Four ways managers can engage with remote employees. How models and technologies can give a meaningful answer and make company information better. iterate.ai (2/14/23 - 809) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Brian Sathianathan, iterate.ai This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Scott Schober, president & CEO, Berkeley Varitronics Systems, talk about a new Kickstarter campaign for BlueSleuth-Lite. He says the product focuses in on Bluetooth Low Energy and scans all around looking for devices using it. The technology helps to determine if someone is being tracked or followed using tags. They also discuss: What he is hoping to accomplish with this Kickstarter campaign. The difference between GPS trackers and tags. What the consumer wants from technology such as this. bvsystems.com (2/14/23 - 809) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Scott Schober, Berkeley Varitronics Systems, Kickstarter, BlueSleuth-Lite This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about cybersecurity and a recent prediction of the threat of a catastrophic cyberattack in the next two years. She says our businesses and our infrastructure are at risk, sharing predictions for the future and what needs to happen next. She also discusses: How many cybersecurity experts and business leaders believe geopolitical instability is likely to lead to a catastrophic cyberattack in the next two years. The threat that exists with the lack of skilled cyber experts. The good news and the bad news and how we can address these threats. peggysmedleyshow.com (2/7/23 - 808) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Tom Coughlin, IEEE Life Fellow and 2023 president-elect and president, Coughlin Associates, talk about how data is typically stored. He says when you talk about storing information, it is digital information, and it is stored by some means of creating a physical change in something that is retained after it is made. They also discuss: The growth of data and connected data centers. How to run data centers as efficiently as they can. Data at the edge of the network. ieee.org (2/7/23 - 808) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Tom Coughlin, IEEE, Coughlin Associates This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Megan Lueders, chief marketing officer, Silicon Labs, talk about where the IoT (Internet of Things) is today. She says the company is now completely focused on the IoT, saying the IoT is any device that is connected wirelessly to the cloud. They also discuss: How the possibilities are endless with the Internet of Things. How sustainability, climate, and green come into play for businesses and consumers. Customer examples for bringing IoT to the home, beehives, and healthcare. silabs.com (2/7/23 - 808) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Megan Lueders, Silicon Labs This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) has always been important in many companies and in society, but now the three-letter acronym is getting a lot more attention lately. Peggy talks all about it, explaining where we are at now and some ways we can increase this in this our own communities and in our businesses. She also: Breaks down the definitions of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Discusses if more diverse companies are more likely to outperform less diverse peers on profitability. Gives examples of DEI efforts in our own communities—as inflation causes the affordability of everything to skyrocket. peggysmedleyshow.com (1/31/23 - 807) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Rabindra Ratan, associate professor of media and information and director of the SPARTIE Lab, Michigan State University, returns to The Peggy Smedley Show to talk with Peggy about listener questions about the Proteus effect. He says technology can be used for both pro-social and anti-social purposes, but he tends toward positive media effects. They also discuss: The layoffs at technology companies and how it reflects larger macroeconomic trouble. If how we behave offline will have repercussions online. Examples of how AR, VR, and the metaverse are being used in high school—and how teachers are being trained on the technology. robbyratan.com (1/31/23 - 807) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rabindra Ratan, Michigan State University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Yu-Han Chang, senior technology analyst, IDTechEx, talk about 6G. She says 6G research started long ago and we expect to see at least 50 times higher peak data rates, much faster latency, compared to 5G millimeter wave, better energy efficiency, and higher reliability. They also discuss: Where exactly are we with 6G right now. The biggest obstacles we face with 6G currently. Some applications for 6G in the future. idtechex.com (1/31/23 - 807) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Yu-Han Chang, IDTechEx This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks about where we are headed with food innovation—both in the products offered and, in the distribution, and logistics of food production. She talks about new announcements from CES earlier this month and what is coming next in the months ahead. She also discusses: New almond milk American slices—and how they are different from other options. How supply chain disruptions are impacting nearly every walk of life, especially the food supply chain. Other innovations like a modular system for vertical cultivation. peggysmedleyshow.com (1/24/23 - 806) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Rabindra Ratan, associate professor of media and information and director of the SPARTIE Lab, Michigan State University, talk about VR (virtual reality), immersive technologies, and the metaverse. He says the proteus effect is a phenomenon that was discovered in 2007 in early VR research where participants who come into the lab are given an avatar and they interact in the virtual environment. When people use an avatar that has certain characteristics, they will act in ways that are consistent with their stereotypes of those characteristics later, but they don't realize they are doing it. They also discuss: How this can help create new solutions and inventions. The definition of the metaverse and avatars. If virtual reality is the future for all classes and how students respond to it. spartie.org (1/24/23 - 806) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rabindra Ratan, Michigan State University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Sebastiaan Laurijsse, global head of industry high tech, ServiceNow, and Jamie Wilkie, senior director for industrial security offerings, Fujitsu, talk about how and why manufacturing is changing today and into the future. Laurijsse asks, what is not changing, saying everything is getting connected and generating a set of data. Wilkie says the way manufacturing is moving, it has a huge contribution to make at a society level in terms of sustainability. They also discuss: The importance of cybersecurity and how to make products secure. The IT and OT convergence in manufacturing and how the two have very different cultures and mindsets. How ecosystems are changing and how manufacturers need to adapt. fujitsu.com/global servicenow.com (1/24/23 - 806) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sebastiaan Laurijsse, ServiceNow, Jamie Wilkie, Fujitsu This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley digs into the workforce trends in the transportation industry, looking at recent numbers and giving thoughts on where we are headed next on the road to transformation. She says we need to address the worker shortage and we need young minds to enter the space. She also discusses: The unemployment numbers in the U.S. transportation sector. How many people are over the age of 55 in transportation. What needs to happen next as we move into a new era. peggysmedleyshow.com (1/17/23 - 805) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Sabur Baidya, assistant professor, computer science and engineering, University of Louisville, talk about what brought him to the University of Louisville. He says he got a great opportunity to join as a faculty and participate in a research project on advanced manufacturing and robotics called KAMPERS (Kentucky Advanced Manufacturing Partnership for Enhanced Robotics and Structures). They also discuss: Innovations in human-machine interface, computing, autonomous, and cyber-physical systems. Work on digital twin-based industrial IoT and mixed-reality-based immersive applications in IIoT. The role of the human in an AI-driven future. saburbaidya.com (1/17/23 - 805) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sabur Baidya, University of Louisville This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Danielle Baughman, president, ProShare Services, talk about making a change from working for a large corporation to starting your own business. She says one of the biggest pieces of advice she can give to somebody is to just dive in. They also discuss: The biggest challenges women face in energy and oil and gas industry. The best piece of advice she has received from one of her mentors. What is included in a successful project and the importance of keeping field personnel safe. proshareservices.com (1/17/23 - 805) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Danielle Baughman, ProShare Services This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about transportation, sharing the transportation statistics from the 2022 annual report from the U.S. Dept. of Transportation. She says the pandemic has produced fast changes in transportation supply, demand, and performance. She also discusses: The supply chain and its role in keeping industries moving. If total passenger enplanements were up or down during the pandemic. If transportation energy use rebounded in 2021. peggysmedleyshow.com (1/10/23 - 804) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.