Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy Smedley and John Helveston, assistant professor, George Washington University, talk about what needs to happen to reach decarbonization goals by 2030. He says how do you eat an elephant—one bite at a time. Decarbonization is a giant elephant, and we have to find ways to reduce it. They also discuss: Three things that will help in the near-term future. Changes that are happening that will address some of the hurdles we face with decarbonization such as supply chain, cost, and infrastructure. EVs (electric vehicles) and the impact they have on decarbonization. jhelvy.com (9/6/22 - 787) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, John Helveston, George Washington 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 Peter Martin, industrial performance consultant, talk about how to progress with industrial automation going forward. He says if you look at the history of the industry, the answer lies there. Manufacturers understood that the best way to make their facilities run better was to measure them better and then control what you are measuring. They also discuss: Control theory and if it has gone as far as it can go or not. Safety and how it impacts reliability, cost, business efficiency, and environmental factors. Generational differences and the importance of changing thinking and mindsets. peggysmedleyshow.com (9/6/22 - 787) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Peter Martin, industrial performance consultant 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 our broken supply chains and how the COVID-19 pandemic shined a light on just how broken they are—but that they were broken long before quarantine and toilet paper shortages became common household phrases. She says if manufacturers want to be resilient in the face of pandemics, natural disasters, and labor shortages, then they need a strategy for how to approach all this. She also discusses: Three critical challenges facing the global supply chain. How smart manufacturing can help solve many problems that exist today. Why funding and data standardization will be critical to the future of the supply chain. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/30/22 - 786) 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 John Dyck, CEO, CESMII, and Bob Willig, executive director and CEO, SME, talk about each company and why they are working together to create a more effective way of bringing insight, innovation, and workforce development to the manufacturing industry. They express the opportunities that exist to help small- to mid-sized manufacturers. They also discuss: The challenges coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Brining IT and OT together and the next generation of lean thinking. How to create a center of gravity for smart manufacturing knowledge. cesmii.org sme.org (8/30/22 - 786) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, John Dyck, CESMII, and Bob Willig, SME, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Heidi Roop, assistant professor, University of Minnesota, talk about climate change and how there is more excitement in this landscape than there was a couple of weeks ago. She says broadly nothing in the climate space is static and there is so much opportunity. They also discuss: Individual vs. collective action and why we need individual champions of change to influence systems. The need to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases by 45% from 2010 levels by 2030 and the goal to reach net zero by 2050. What businesses and individuals can do to address climate change, as we face one of the biggest challenges together. climate.umn.edu (8/30/22 - 786) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Heidi Roop, University of Minnesota 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 connectivity and mobile trends, citing research from one new report. She says what happens among consumers with connected devices and technology almost always ends up impacting the enterprise in some way. She also discusses: Why consumers are now looking to master their digital world and what this means. If remote work has increased or decreased—and what comes next. The future of medical care, health, and fitness. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/23/22 - 785) 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 Nick McQuire, director of product management, growth innovation, and strategy, Microsoft, talk about the cloud and its direction. He says we are going to see the cloud increasingly be connected and distributed in new areas that we haven't seen. They also discuss: Four key areas that are collectively shaping the future of cloud. Three major technology shifts. How we are going to see technologies combine in the future to help create a new paradigm for human and machine interaction. Demystifying AI at Scale | AI for Business (microsoft.com) 5G powered modern connected apps bring solutions to industry problems - Microsoft in Business Blogs How developers can benefit from the new 5G paradigm | Azure Blog and Updates | Microsoft Azure (8/23/22 - 785) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Nick McQuire, Microsoft This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Peter Martin, industrial performance consultant, talk about industrial automation, consulting, and how busy he has been since retirement. He recently started a company that focuses on effective utilization of waste products. Those waste streams can be turned into valuable products, he says. They also discuss: How there is more to sustainability than carbons and hydrocarbons. The linear nature of manufacturing plants and the impact on the environment. How industrial automation used to look at a problem and solve the problem with engineers, but that has shifted from solving problems to the latest technologies. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/23/22 - 785) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Peter Martin, industrial performance consultant This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

The average cost of a data breach might surprise you. Peggy talks about the cost of a data breach. She gives the hard numbers and identifies which vertical numbers are higher than others. She also discusses: How these breaches are happening. How to mitigate risk of data breaches. Ideas for what companies can do to reduce the cost. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/16/22 - 784) 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 Peter Koerte, chief strategy officer & chief technology officer, Siemens, talk about the IoT (Internet of Things) and digitization and how to enable it. He says many companies don't know where to start with digitalization, data silos, and more. Enter Siemens Xcelerator, which is going to accelerate digital transformation. They also discuss: How the boundaries between IT and OT are blurring. How intelligent sensors can connect applications in buildings. The opportunities for digital transformation in buildings, construction, energy, and more. siemens.com/Xcelerator (8/16/22 - 784) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Peter Koerte, Siemens This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Anne Munaretto, partner, sustainability services, Ernst & Young, talk about ESG (environmental, social, and governance) developments. She says more than two-thirds of investors are using information in structured decision making. They also discuss: The importance of science-based targets. The four-part journey and laying the groundwork. The history of sustainability. ey.com (8/16/22 - 784) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Anne Munaretto, Ernst & Young 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 the traits of a special mentor and mentee, and how we share wisdom and advice with others in a respectful way. She gives the example of her mother-in-law, Rosemarie Smedley, who recently passed away, and how she was a great inspiration to others. She also discusses: The life of Rosemarie Smedley. What characteristics make a great mentor. How to be a good mentee. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/9/22 - 783) 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 Mike Specian, research manager, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, talk all about energy efficiency. He shares his story and how he has had a sense of sustainability since childhood and how that has evolved in his career. They also discuss: How buildings are responsible for about 75% of all electricity consumption and 39% of all carbon emissions—and what needs to happen next. Utilities, the focus on decarbonization, and how many have a carbon reduction target. Resilience, microgrids, and if buildings are as resilient as they need to be right now. aceee.org (8/9/22 - 783) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mike Specian, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Dean Amhaus, president & CEO, The Water Council, share about the organization and why it has been engaged in water stewardship. He says it started 15 years ago when there was a high density of water technology companies, which goes back to the brewing industry in Milwaukee. They also discuss: Water stewardship among companies that use a lot of water and how to address water challenges. Why companies need to be focusing on water stewardship. How water stressed areas impact food and other businesses. thewatercouncil.com (8/9/22 - 783) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dean Amhaus, The Water Council 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 one of her favorite topics: cybersecurity, narrowing in specifically on ransomware. She gives an update on the state of the market and how organizations can make smarter decisions and minimize risk. She also discusses: The five industries that are the greatest targets. If ransomware is up or down—and the reasons why. How to best prepare for the next big attack. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/2/22 - 782) 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 Jim Gandy, meteorologist, talk about climate change and how it is different from sustainability. He says climate is a long-term average of the weather and there are three ways it can change, detailing each on the show. They also discuss: What is driving the climate change we are seeing today. A specific example of how climate change is impacting food supply. How business groups, individuals, and local governments are embracing renewable energy. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/2/22 - 782) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jim Gandy, meteorologist This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Jason Rolland, SVP of materials, Carbon, talk about 3D printing technology and how the use of materials can create sustainable consumer products. He says from the very beginning of the company, it asked: Why isn't 3D printing a go-to manufacturing technology and why is it stuck in prototyping? They also discuss: Two hurdles that have stalled the use of 3D printing. The importance of materials and shrinking the product development cycle. Impossible geometries and how it is impossible to make certain structures without 3D printing. carbon3d.com (8/2/22 - 782) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jason Rolland, Carbon 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 the importance of people, process, and technology—narrowing in specifically on technology bottlenecks and solutions. She says we need technology to proceed with digital transformation, but it goes much deeper than that, explaining what is required from technology today. She also discusses: How software engineers are burned out. How many information technology teams completed all of their assigned projects last year. How we can eliminate IT bottlenecks. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/26/22 - 781) 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 Glen Allmendinger, president, Harbor Research, discuss the history of manufacturing and the impact of technology. He says with IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) the 10-year rule applies, which is that it has been a bumpy road of adoption. They also discuss: If we have reached widespread adoption or if we still have a way to go, with an analogy to describe adoption. The biggest hurdles to adopting the Industrial Internet of Things and the importance of the people, process, and technology. The IT, OT divide and how these two are inching closer together. harborresearch.com (7/26/22 - 781) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Glen Allmendinger, Harbor Research This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Dan Miklovic, founder, Lean Manufacturing Research, talk about technology trends in manufacturing. He says we saw manufacturing 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and now 5.0, talking specifically about each and the impact of each. It is not revolutionary, it is evolutionary, he says. They also discuss: The technology hype cycle and how it impacts manufacturing. The supply chain and the importance of understanding how to make it work better, with a specific example. What is value today may not be value tomorrow and the importance of adapting people, process, and technology. thansyn.com (7/26/22 - 781) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dan Miklovic, Lean Manufacturing Research 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 the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the metaverse, unpacking what it means. She says it is an ambiguous term that means different things to different people, and she breaks it down for listeners. She also discusses: The history of the metaverse and what it is today. When the metaverse will come to industries. What steps businesses should take today to prepare. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/19/22 - 780) 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 Liz Martin-Malikian, CEO & executive director, The Cosanti Foundation, talk about ecology, digital transformation, architecture, and the future of the city. They talk about the idea of live, work, learn, and how we are reimagining our cities. They also discuss: Arcosanti, which is a demonstration project of what a sustainable community could be. The mission, vision, and goals of The Cosanti Foundation. The definition of the word community and building the architectural spaces. arcosanti.org (7/19/22 - 780) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Liz Martin-Malikian, The Cosanti Foundation This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Julie Fraser, vice president research on manufacturing and operations, Tech-Clarity, Inc., talk about manufacturing and the IIoT (industrial Internet of Things). She is still seeing people at various stages of the journey—and some succeed and have tremendous business value, but there are still quite a few of these projects where they don't scale. They also discuss: How to build a foundation for success. The infrastructure needed for IIoT success. The importance of culture and understanding what is going to drive better performance for a business. tech-clarity.com (7/19/22 - 780) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Julie Fraser, Tech-Clarity 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 software and sustainability are converging in an interesting way for manufacturing. She details some very big moves from some of the largest players in this space and gives her thoughts on what this all means for sustainability in manufacturing. She also discusses: Specific examples of companies that are leading the charge for sustainability in manufacturing. How traditional automation providers are now also becoming sustainability and manufacturing companies, to a degree. The steps to make manufacturing more sustainable and circular. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/12/22 - 779) 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 Max Zhang, professor, Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, discuss specific examples of the IoT (Internet of Things) for societal impact. He says he feels very passionate about the IoT as an emerging technology that we should take of advantage to create a more equitable and just society. They also discuss: The U.N. Sustainable Goals and preventing poverty with the IoT. Telehealth and how technology can help with the lack of primary care physicians in rural areas. How we can use the IoT for social impact and social equity including connectivity and the engagement piece. energy.mae.cornell.edu (7/12/22 - 779) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Max Zhang, Cornell University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Sam Abuelsamid, principal analyst e-mobility, Guidehouse Insights, talk about AI (artificial intelligence) in transportation. He says AI is being used in a variety of different ways in product development and manufacturing, but the area he is most focused on is in the vehicle itself. They also discuss: How the intelligence in a vehicle compares to the human brain. How technology can improve safe driving. How to design cars with security in mind. guidehouseinsights.com (7/12/22 - 779) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sam Abuelsamid, Guidehouse Insights This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy does a mid-year IoT (Internet of Things) checkup, narrowing in on agriculture. She talks about the progress we have made with digital transformation in this vertical market and if we have made any real progress. She says supply chains are still disrupted, energy prices are soaring, and consumer confidence is plummeting. Now is the time to look at your vertical market. She also discusses: How much value could be added to the global gross domestic product by 2030 if connectivity is implemented in agriculture. Use cases that have the potential to radically transform many aspects of farming in the next decade. A specific example of a new autonomous farming robot. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/5/22 - 778) 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 Charlie Culp, professor, Dept. of Architecture and associate director, Energy Systems Laboratory, Texas A&M University, discuss how he built a very efficient, experimental house with his wife that they are still living in. He says he wanted a house south facing because he wanted to harvest the sun in the winter and the daylight year-round. They also discuss: Other tips and tricks for making an existing home or a new build more energy efficient. What he learned through the process of building four homes. What everyone can do today to make their own home more energy efficient. tamu.edu (7/5/22 - 778) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Charlie Culp, Texas A&M University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Ruthbea Yesner, vice president, government insights, education, and smart cities, IDC, discuss higher education and smart cities. She says this is an incredibly interesting moment in time for the public sector in general—education and state and local government—due to a reset after the pandemic. They also discuss: The pent-up demand in governments and education to try new things. The challenge with technology infrastructure and the inequity in society. Examples of opportunities that exist with the Internet of Things in government. idc.com (7/5/22 - 778) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ruthbea Yesner, IDC 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 manufacturing on the first segment. She says in today's world with broken supply chains and soaring costs, we need effective manufacturing practices now more than ever before. She also discusses: A new report that suggests manufacturing is data rich but information poor. Challenges that still exist in the manufacturing industry today. How manufacturers can move toward being data transformers. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/28/22 - 777) 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 Rohit Malpani, consultant, World Health Organization, talk about the latest healthcare trends. He says different countries can try to tackle issues separately, but there is a large level of interdependence that countries have with each other when it comes to pandemics, climate change, and even AI (artificial intelligence). They also discuss: How the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the focus to address AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria and bring countries into universal health coverage. How the pharmaceutical industry is changing from developing medicines we have relied on for the last 100 years to medicines that use new technologies. The growing use of artificial intelligence in healthcare, which is about automation of healthcare that can provide significant benefits, but also disruptions. who.int (6/28/22 - 777) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rohit Malpani, World Health Organization This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Danielle McGeary, vice president, healthcare technology management, AAMI, talk about why healthcare technology management is so important. She says it is the unsung hero of healthcare, making sure all the medical technology and equipment is working behind the scenes and is available when clinicians and patients need it the most. They also discuss: How they helped make sure technology was up and running during the pandemic. The aging workforce and how more than 60% of the field is over 50 and getting ready to retire, with a weak pipeline coming into the field. How we get past the challenges that currently exist in healthcare technology management. aami.org (6/28/22 - 777) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Danielle McGeary, AAMI This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Temperatures are heating up across the country. Peggy digs deep into the topic of climate change and a new platform that might help in the fight against climate change. She says we know temperatures have oscillated from warnings of an impending ice age to a steady increase in carbon emissions for decades. Now, we need to act. She also discusses: Climate-driven disasters like heat and how it impacts mental health and acuity and worker safety and productivity—and our bottomline. The Heat Action Platform, a place for city officials to find guidance on reducing the impact of extreme heat. What businesses, organizations, and individuals can do to take action. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/21/22 - 776) 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 Matthew Sekol, industry advocate, worldwide sustainability, Microsoft, discuss ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) and how Microsoft intersects in a number of ways. He explains that today carbon is a huge focus for every business. They also discuss: How Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability is a SaaS offering to help customers organize sustainability data. How technology can help manage carbon, water, waste, and ecosystems. The importance of both data and culture to make a difference with ESG. microsoft.com/sustainability Accelerate Sustainability with ESG Insights (6/21/22 - 776) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Matthew Sekol, Microsoft This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Mehdi Nourbakhsh, author, and CEO, Yegatech, shares about his book Augment It. He says he has been working with a lot of AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) companies that develop AI (artificial intelligence) applications to overcome their challenges—and he saw a pattern of why some AI projects are successful and why others are not. They also discuss: Some of the challenge in the AEC industry—and how we can address them. How COVID changed our mindset about the cities of the future and how we must reimagine them. An example of a digital twin of a car and how human thinking impacts driving. augmentit-book.com (6/21/22 - 776) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mehdi Nourbakhsh, Yegatech, Augment It 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 standards surrounding lighting control. While adoption of such standards are low in the United States, that might change later this year. She digs into what is already happening and what is coming for smart lighting. She also discusses: How Gen Z—or screeners—have come to expect connectivity in every walk of life. The growth expected for lighting control. One big trend that is set to have a big impact on lighting control. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/14/22 - 775) 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 Erica Di Ruggiero, associate professor, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, talk about the public health lessons we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic that will help revitalize the public health system. She says we too often don't learn from our lessons but hopes we will learn from COVID-19 and past pandemics. They also discuss: How COVID wasn't the great equalizer; rather it exasperated inequities. Key recommendations coming out of public health and the need for better data. The need to reinvigorate the workforce and modernize how we collaborate and govern public health. dlsph.utoronto.ca (6/14/22 - 775) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erica Di Ruggiero, University of Toronto This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Frank Thompson, founder & COO, Automated Technology Company, talk about his company and how it started. He says our hope was to make everybody have the ability to get with an open system and to quit being locked into anything proprietary. They also discuss: Why companies don't want interoperability and how the European model is about the customer. Why standards like KNX and DALI aren't adopted in the United States. The Living Lab and how standards can be adopted. atcjomo.com (6/14/22 - 775) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Frank Thompson, Automated Technology Company 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 Specialty Publishing has recognized women for more than two decades. She shares how the company has shined a light on their achievements in the hopes they would be a beacon for other women. She also discusses: How the numbers are very telling. How the awards have opened a new, expansive door for more women. And what's ahead for the future. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/7/22 - 774) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, women, STEM, next generation This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Joe Carvalko, chair of the technology and ethics working research group, interdisciplinary center for bioethics, Yale University, and adjunct professor of law, science, and technology, Quinnipiac University School of Law, talk about pharmaco-electronics or electroceuticals. He says we have to develop an ear for the new ways in which we express technical concepts. They also discuss: How the idea of pharmaco-electronics has to do with how our world of electronics have infiltrated medical science in a way we have not seen before. What has happened during the period of COVID with the move to seeing patients online. An example of how electronic devices can be inserted into the brain and how an assessment can be made online. carvalko.com (6/7/22 - 774) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joe Carvalko, Yale University, Quinnipiac University School of Law This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Sheila Hollis, United States Energy Assn., talk about microgrids and the big grid—and how it is comprised of several parts. She says power does not flow magically from hydropower in New York out to California where there is a dry spell. They also discuss: Different forms of energy like wind and solar. How much coal is used today—and how that percentage has evolved. How the war in Ukraine impacts domestic energy and consumer prices. usea.org (6/7/22 - 774) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheila Hollis, United States Energy Assn. 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 data and the news to come out of Microsoft's Build event last week. She says data is a very big consideration these days—and this can be seen through all the announcements that came out of the event. She also discusses: Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform—and the impact this will have on ecommerce as one example. Project Volterra—and the value of an open hardware ecosystem for Windows. Microsoft Dev Box—and how developers will be able to code quicker. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/31/22 - 773) 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 Laura Black, author and editor at large, Specialty Publishing Media, talk about the new book, Becoming Resilient Parents, and why Black chose to write the book now. They also discuss why resiliency is so important today—both in parenting and in business. They also discuss: Two foundational principles for resilient parents. The four to flourish. Time management principles that work in both business and parenting. lauraanneblack.com (5/31/22 - 773) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Laura Black, Specialty Publishing Media This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Sheila Hollis, acting executive director, United States Energy Assn., discuss the energy crisis in the United States and across the globe. She says it is heartbreaking in many parts of the world still. If you look to India, the temperatures are 104-114 many days and air conditioning does not exist. They also discuss: Two existential questions facing the energy environment. The history of hydroelectric power and the Federal Power Act. The challenges with energy, specifically in the United States. usea.org (5/31/22 - 773) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheila Hollis, United States Energy Assn. 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 digital forensics. She says data is constantly growing and the methods and tools we use to collect the data is also evolving, which creates a moving target for any vertical industry that leverages data. She also discusses: New research on digital forensics, which presents the methods that digital forensic experts use to analyze evidence from computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices. Better methods for information sharing among experts and a more structured approach. What comes next for digital forensics. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/24/22 - 772) 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 Akanksha Menon, assistant professor, Woodroof School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, talk about a water energy research lab. She says there are two major goals, one of which is decarbonizing water treatment. They also discuss: A pilot scale prototype to prove the technology at a larger scale. How we can move to a circular water economy. The biggest impact of climate change on water such as increased water stress. amenonlab.me.gatech.edu (5/24/22 - 772) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Akanksha Menon, Georgia Institute of Technology This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Mike Kelly, senior research analyst, Guidehouse Insights, talk about the smart grid. He shares about what is happening from a regional perspective, saying there has been mass adoption across western Europe, the United States, and other developing markets. They also discuss: What is behind the slow adoption in various regions. Concerns around how secure data is and anonymizing customer data. Thoughts on the future of energy and how blockchain will come into play. guidehouseinsights.com (5/24/22 - 772) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mike Kelly, Guidehouse Insights This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Only about 15% of used clothes and other textiles in the United States get reused or recycle. The rest head straight to the landfill or incinerator. Peggy talks about how to address this, citing research in a new report about how to facilitate a circular economy for textiles. She also discusses: The biggest hurdles facing the textile industry. What can be done to address these hurdles. Actions that businesses can take now to move to a more circular economy. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/17/22 - 771) 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 Kim Cheslak, director of codes, New Buildings Institute, discuss a new study on building decarbonization. She says one of the primary questions is: what does it cost? Thus, it went into the study with two primary goals: to confirm or disprove the theory that electrifying buildings saves or costs homeowners or building owners money over time and to also look at the societal benefits of electrifying buildings. They also discuss: If an all-electric building is less expensive to build, own, and operate. If there are concerns about the grid and variability across the country. How building codes intersect. newbuildings.org (5/17/22 - 771) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kim Cheslak, New Buildings Institute This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Alexa Carlin, Women Empower X, talk about her new book Adaptable. She says she has gone through a number of challenges that are very related in the sense that we all go through so many challenges—and there is a time where we can either let our obstacles stop us or fuel us forward. They also discuss: How to show other women that they can do it. How to share obstacles and have the courage to do so. The importance of showing others that we are not alone. alexacarlin.com (5/17/22 - 771) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Alexa Carlin, Women Empower X This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.