Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy and Cynthia Gonzalez, product marketing manager, Exabeam, talk about cybersecurity and critical infrastructure. Gonzalez says cyberattacks on our critical infrastructure were happening before the pandemic—and now they are more accessible than they used to be. They also discuss: Examples of attacks on critical infrastructure across the globe. That our legacy critical infrastructure weren't built with security in mind. How artificial intelligence and machine learning can help fend off some of the attacks. exabeam.com (03.16.21 - #710) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

2021 Infrastructure Report Card Peggy talks about the 2021 ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) Infrastructure Report Card, sharing background and the progress made in the past four years to restore our nation's infrastructure. She also explains what needs to happen next. She also discusses: How a continued underinvestment in our infrastructure will cost us in GDP, jobs, and more. Which five categories went up and what one category went down. Three key recommendations to raise the grade—with a focus on how new approaches, materials, and technologies can ensure our infrastructure can withstand or recover quickly. peggysmedleyshow.com (03.09.21 - #709) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Yan Chen, professor, department of computer science Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science, Northwestern University, talk about the impact of APT (advanced persistent threat) attacks, giving specific examples such as Target and Equifax. They also discuss: How the computer industry was in survivor mode in the beginning and where we are today. The need for a holistic effort from everybody to address our challenge with security. How AI (artificial intelligence) will revolutionize everything including security in the next 5-10 years and how his team is using AI to do something that was impossible before. mccormick.northwestern.edu (03.09.21 - #709) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Natali Tshuva, co-founder & CEO, Sternum, talk about cybersecurity and the medical industry. They talk about best steps to stop the exploitation and the attack itself in realtime. They also discuss: How most solutions are focused on finding all vulnerabilities but it is impossible. How the focus of cybersecurity has now moved to the device makers. Why we need to remember to secure our legacy devices. sternumiot.com (03.09.2 - #709) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy shares how a digital worker has changed—and how they are going to continue to change going into 2021. She talks all about workers and technology, answering questions such as: Where will your workers work? How will they work? What technology will they use? She also discusses: If we will return to the office, what that will look like and how will technology factor in. The top three objectives of work transformation for individual workers and senior executives—and which objective they have in common. How business owners and executives can take the next step to decide what is best for companies in the years ahead. peggysmedleyshow.com (03.02.21 - #708) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Gianni Cuozzo, CEO, Exein, talk about cybersecurity and how it is becoming a standard today. He says what has changed in the last five years is people are starting to realize the attack perimeter is larger than they initially think. They also discuss: What caused most of the cybersecurity attacks in the last 10 years. How the western world is depending the most on these systems—but is producing the least. How the COVID-19 pandemic has made it even more clear the necessity of having cybersecurity approaches directly in the system itself. exein.io (03.02.21 - #708) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Orr Danon, CEO and co-founder, Hailo, talk about where edge AI (artificial intelligence) is going in the future. He explains how AI in general is making huge steps—and edge AI is one of the next waves. They also discuss: Areas where you can use AI at the edge to enhance productivity such as production lines and in retail. If the pandemic itself has disrupted or challenged various vertical markets. How edge AI can make a manufacturer more reliant on technology than on labor. hailo.ai (03.02.21 - #708) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy highlights a few new reports focusing on the future of EVs (electric vehicles)—one that looks at the progress of EV sales here in the states, one specifically looking California, and another out of Europe that gives a glimpse into what is coming globally. She also discusses: Progress of EV sales, infrastructure development, and fleet expansion. The biggest hurdles holding back widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Five key things that need to happen to accelerate the installation of public charging points. peggysmedleyshow.com (02.23.21 - #707) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Tariq Adi, president and CEO, ADI Developments, talk about how he saw a lack of efficiency in construction and applied lean manufacturing principles. He says global construction waste is a $1 trillion a year—and he hopes to revolutionize an entire industry with lean. They also discuss: How to get back to days of productivity (The Empire State Building was built in 13 months. The same building today is easily a 3-4-year project.) How the company maps its processes to be able to see waste. The struggles and exploration that come along with the journey to lean. adidevelopments.com (02.23.21 - #707) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Dave Silke, chief marketing officer, Mitel, talk about relying on technology and remote working during the pandemic. He says there are opportunities in terms of growth, even today. They also discuss: Which verticals had to respond immediately to the pandemic, giving specific examples. How do we make sure we ensure connections and companies maintain the ability to communicate effectively with their customers. How companies are now becoming consultants and creating a new customer experience due to the impact of the pandemic. mitel.com (02.23.21 - #707) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast,

Peggy shares two new reports that point to what is coming in the future as it relates to electrification. She also calls on the next generation of innovators who are committed to electric vehicles to step up now. She also discusses: Five potential impacts of widespread electrification on the evolution of the U.S. electricity systems. What is currently happening in the state that is leading the charge with electric vehicles. Why it is going to be important to talk about electrification as it relates to systemic change. peggysmedleyshow.com (02.16.21 - #706) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Dimitri Kusnezov, former deputy undersecretary for AI (artificial intelligence) and technology, U.S. Dept. of Energy, talk AI, exascale, and everything in between. Through his lens, he says AI is not a thing or a technology, it is more a category of empowering ideas. They also discuss: The two different branches that we will have in the world we are entering into with AI. How COVID has pushed to process complex information in new ways. Ethics, privacy, security, and civil rights when it comes to how we aggregate data. doe.gov (02.16.21 - #706) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Scott Schober, president/CEO, Berkeley Varitronics Systems, talk about why cyber is so important. He says cyber keeps evolving and changing and requires everyone to keep up on it. They also discuss: What is the weakest link in security. How the hackers look and see a new opportunity when something like COVID happens—and what to do about it. One big takeaway he has from Peggy's book Sustainable in a Circular World. scottschober.com (02.16.21 - #706) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy talks about predictions around 5G—and that while we are currently in the early phases, we will likely see a massive boom in a few years. She also shares opportunities that something like 5G can bring, specifically as it relates to EVs (electric vehicles). She also discusses: Ways that electric vehicles can lead to a cleaner and greener world. How the Dept. of Energy breaks down general categories of vehicle emissions. Challenges with EVs and examples of how companies are addressing these challenges. peggysmedleyshow.com (02.09.21 - #705) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Chris Pearson, president, 5G Americas, talk about the historical context, market projections, and opportunities for 5G. He says 5G is growing fast, but we are still only in the second inning of a nine-inning baseball game. They also discuss: Interoperability between the standards for the "Gs." Where opportunities exist for 5G including healthcare, transportation, smart cities, manufacturing, government, education, and more. Four questions he asks executives when they start to think about 5G and the future strategies of the company. 5gamericas.org (02.09.21 - #705) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Philip Bliss, founder & CEO, Edge Computing Assn., talk about how edge can bring about a better tomorrow. He says technology doesn't stay in the same place—and he says we have this new segment with edge. They also discuss: What type of realistic growth we can expect with edge computing. How to keep security tight in a new world of distributed computing. What comes next now that the world of technology is being forced very quickly to adopt new standards. edgecomputingassociation.com (02.09.21 - #705) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy says we need technology to be part of our sustainability efforts—and one area this is apparent is electric vehicles. How do we achieve bold, aggressive goals in this area? She answers on this segment. She also discusses: Microsoft's targets to move to an entirely electric vehicle fleet. A comprehensive roadmap to achieve 100% electric vehicle sales by 2030. How 5G, edge, and the cloud can enable autonomous, green driving. peggysmedleyshow.com (02.02.21 - #704) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Ajay Rane, vice president global ecosystem business development, Sigfox, talk about how edge computing is going to change the IoT (Internet of Things). He says big strides in computing will eventually bring in more adoption on the IoT side of things as well because now you are able to do things in realtime that weren't possible previously. They also discuss: How computing is bringing a new paradigm to the Internet of Things. How we are slowly moving into a 2G/4G world without 3G. Potential applications for edge computing in manufacturing and other industries. sigfox.com (02.02.21 - #704) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast,

Peggy and Edward Sanchez, senior analyst, global automotive practice, Strategy Analytics, talk about electrification. He shares the history in Europe and how it had a really intense focus on CO2 and in that context diesel performs very well. They also discuss: The Volkswagen emissions scandal and the repercussions from this. The leaders—such as Tesla—in the electrification market. Regulations and the importance of affordability in the electrification market. strategyanalytics.com (02.02.21 - #704) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy highlights a few big trends that came out of CES earlier this month. These fall into two big buckets: consumers are demanding innovative, sustainable products while companies themselves are showing a commitment to sustainability, duking it out for which is going to be the most sustainable. She also discusses: What technologies are making homes more sustainable and resilient. Examples of technologies that are focused on saving water. Which companies declared a commitment to sustainability. peggysmedleyshow.com (01.26.21 - #703) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Çağlayan Arkan, vice president, Manufacturing Industry, Microsoft, talk about manufacturing of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. He says manufacturing is about innovation, building capacity, employment, and competitiveness. They also discuss: How manufacturing is moving from mass production to mass customization—or going from one-size-fits-all to one-size-fits-one. Examples of how technologies such as digital twin can help with sustainability in manufacturing. How the workforce is changing and how to encourage more experienced employees to stay in the workforce. The New Face of Manufacturing ebook (01.26.21 - #703) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Microsoft Influencer, art of possible, workforce transformation, sustainable manufacturing

Peggy and Michael Kelly, senior research analyst, digital innovations, Guidehouse Insights, discuss advanced metering infrastructure and the latest innovations. He talks about the importance of edge computing and processing. They also discuss: How analytics can unlock value for advanced metering infrastructure. The value propositions behind smart meters, including sustainability and how to use information. The growing interest in cybersecurity in the energy sector, due to it being a critical infrastructure. guidehouseinsights.com (01.26.21 - #703) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy shares the five things you need to know about sustainability in 2021 and beyond. She counts them down from five to one and gives her thoughts on why as individuals, and as companies, we need to acknowledge the drive to sustainability in the year ahead. She also discusses: Why consumers will be demanding it more in the future. How to look to other companies that are taking steps to meet environmental goals, as examples. How to identify the best innovation and technologies for your own business. peggysmedleyshow.com (01.19.21 - #702) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Craig Apatov, managing partner, Ascension Growth and Innovation Strategies, talk about building brands and how to help old companies grow. He says we as individuals—executives or managers—are brands as well. They also discuss: The biggest challenges companies have with their brands today. Messaging should be 80% educational, informative, and provocative, and then 20% self-promotional—that is what Millennials are looking for. If it is possible to be in the market today without leveraging technology. ascensionstrategy.com (01.19.21 - #702) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Mark Pesce, futurist, entrepreneur, and author of Augmented Reality: Unboxing Tech's Next Big Thing, talk about AR (augmented reality). He says the technology is doing to space what we have already done with the web—which is to crowd it with our knowledge. They also discuss: Why people are so enamored with augmented reality today. Examples of where AR can be helpful such as in brain surgery. How people's lives will be bound by the tools available from the internet. markpesce.com/ (01.19.21 - #702) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy shares some ways we can redistribute food rather than waste it by tapping into technology and innovation. She urges urban and rural food growers to put greater emphasis on the value of their food production and consider better sustainability methods—and those in the technology world to consider how we can innovate to solve this global problem together. She also discusses: How much edible food is lost or wasted every second. How new products, including one from CES 2021, can help with anti-food waste, indoor gardening, composting, smart city farming, and more. Why it is so important to better understand how we are living as individuals in order to apply that to what we are doing in our companies. Check out her new book Sustainable in a Circular World. peggysmedleyshow.com (01.12.21 - #701) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Ian Barkin, chief strategy and marketing officer, Sykes Enterprises, talk about some of the biggest trends on the horizon for 2021. He says there are two different elements that define what is next: the trajectory of travel of predictable evolution of some technology being employed and the other is driven by the environment and the events that have been going on around us in the last 12-18 months. They also discuss: Cyber resilience and enterprise investment in preparing for reacting to or recovering from cyber events. The increased emphasis on the shared human experience. How the tools we have today can give us more visibility into processes and sustainability. sykes.com/ (01.12.21 - #701) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Christian Connolly, CEO, twICEme, talk about the story of the company and product—and how it grew out of the need for vital information. He says it aims to collect vital information and make it readily accessible. They also discuss: How the technology grew out of the skiing world, but now the applications are endless. How the company aims to create a global standard of vital information. Examples of how the technology can be used in industries like construction and how for every $1 spent on preventative measures, you can get out on the other end $4-6. twiceme.com/ (01.12.21 - #701) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

On the 700 episode, Peggy makes a big announcement—she wrote a book: Sustainable in a Circular World. She explains how environmental, social, and financial need to come together to build up the digital age and lead to transformation. She also discusses: How we are facing shortage in areas such as water—which will continue if we don't make big changes. How we are at a precipice where we need to transition from the current 91% linear world of our take-make-waste approach to healthier production. How we can move away from the throwaway economy and to a more circular economy. peggysmedleyshow.com (#700 - 12.22.20) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Walid Ali, artificial intelligence in manufacturing, Microsoft, talk about AI (artificial intelligence), sustainability, and more. He says we need to think about immediate opportunities that manufacturing has been exposed to and that we have to make the most out of explosive data streams. They also discuss: How the nature of the manufacturing ecosystem is dependent on small businesses. Why we need to start to think about reducing energy used against production. The single ingredient that we should advocate for so that we are capable of absorbing innovation in the future. microsoft.com (#700 - 12.22.20) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Edward Sanchez, senior analyst, global automotive practice, Strategy Analytics, talk about the electric plug-in market. He says a lot of it is regulatory driven and infrastructure is all over the map. They also discuss: How EVs were looked at as weird, but Tesla changed all that. Which countries are farther ahead in terms of the EV charging infrastructure. How to deal with EV batteries in an environmentally responsible way. strategyanalytics.com (#700 - 12.22.20) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy talks all about cybersecurity, asking and answering the question: who is responsible? The employer? Or the employee? She says it seems there is a bit of a tug of war going on here. She also discusses: How many employees took work devices home during the pandemic? How many businesses do not have a plan to deal with a potential cyberattack? Will company's budgets for cybersecurity software decline? peggysmedleyshow.com (12.15.20 - #699) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Sam Barker, lead analyst, Juniper Research, talk about how he sees the IoT (Internet of Things) fitting into the broader concept of the industrial IoT. He says data is the root of all decision making these days. They also discuss: If technologies like LTE and 5G are competing. What industries were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and just-in-time delivery? Where immediate opportunities exist for service providers? juniperresearch.com (12.15.20 - #699) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Erica Baird and Karen Wagner, founders of Lustre.net, talk about redefining retirement for modern career women and how to come together to overcome ageism in retirement years. They also discuss: How their company developed from when they retired and became pretty invisible. How women struggle with identity in retirement differently. How to help women to see who they are. lustre.net (12.15.20 - #699) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy talks about the young, up-and-coming generation she has coined—the Screeners—which is being taught and raised by computers. She spends some time postulating if these Screeners have to be self-taught or if their education will have to come from the likes of corporations that offer training since the universities have made it difficult to go to school. She also discusses: The percentage of Screeners owning smartphones already? If postsecondary institution enrollment is going up or down? Examples of how technology is disrupting the traditional education model. peggysmedleyshow.com (12.08.20 - #698) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Vijay Janapa Reddi, associate professor John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard, talk about TinyML. He talks about key differences and how on small devices you will have small vocabulary, which will allow for diversity. They also discuss: Applications, like toothbrushes and smart cars, and the opportunities for the future. Areas where we can use TinyML to make the world a better place. Security and how to not open up the flood gates with TinyML. harvard.edu (12.08.20 - #698) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Brian Turmail, VP, public affairs & strategic initiatives, Associated General Contractors of America, talk about the impact of COVID-19 on construction. They also discuss: Why we are struggling with our infrastructure and how it has created an economy that is dependent on the infrastructure? The four benefits of construction that no one talks about that the younger workers needs to know. How to work together to build a greener future? agc.org (12.08.20 - #698) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Where is 5G headed? Peggy answers, taking a close look at industries such as manufacturing, first response, retail, and more. She also shares a few things that some of the big providers in the space are doing right now to help us reach that reality. She discusses: Examples of how 5G can help deliver realtime data in first response. 5G factories and the opportunity to reduce downtime and increase safety. How retail is changing and where 5G can help with just-in-time delivery. peggysmedleyshow.com (12.01.20 - #697) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Jennifer Clark, professor and head of the city and regional planning section at The Knowlton School of Architecture in the College of Engineering, Ohio State University, talk about the need for more investment in cities, technology, infrastructure, governance, and innovation. They also discuss: The need to build the best model for technology diffusion into the new ICT-enabled infrastructure environment, which involves a lot of stakeholders and a big conversation and it is not just about the technology. That cities often want to be the third or fourth to adopt something, not the first. If data is available for small firms to develop great services, then there will be a huge amount of innovation. osu.edu (12.01.20 - #697) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and David G. White Jr, author, Disrupting Corporate Culture, talk about corporate culture change and that most of the ways we approach culture in the business world don't really work. He explains how his book bridges the real study of culture and the myths about culture. They also discuss: Why a lot of approaches to culture don't work in business. A definition about culture, as a reference system that resides in the background. How it is possible to drive culture change in a complex organization. ontosglobal.com (12.01.20 - #697) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Even though many of us can't be with our families, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and stay-at-home orders, there is still a lot to be thankful for. Peggy shares insight from executives about how to be productive during the last few weeks of the year, as many states plan a lockdown. She also provides: Tips from listeners about how to stay happy and productive as we head into the holiday season including one that involves a hot tub. Seven tips for maintaining a good work-life balance. Her own tips about how to close out the year in a way that is joyful and successful. peggysmedleyshow.com (11.24.20 - #696) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work podcast

Peggy and David Ihrie, Center for Innovative Technology (CIT), talk about first responders and technology. They converse about the biggest technical change in the past few decades—having access to information in realtime. They also discuss: The importance of communications infrastructure and rural broadband. What the cloud provides for first responders and the importance of it. Why it is important to spend a lot of time thinking about what the proper role of technology is in society, not just the next gizmo on the street. cit.org (11.24.20 - #696) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Jim Frazer, vice president, infrastructure and smart cities, ARC Advisory, speak about the foundational issue in the smart city world and Smart City 3.0. They also discuss: The need to embrace all of the stakeholder communities, so no one is left out. The importance of looking at human factors that are shaping our society, such as population trends, aging, mobile workers, and more. The ultimate goal of the IEEE P2784 Effort. http://www.arcweb.com (11.24.20 - #696) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy gives an example of a big prediction that didn't pan out in the IoT (Internet of Things) space. She says we need to hold the analysts' feet to the fire because when they are wrong, companies can make big decisions based on grandiose predictions. She also discusses: The impact that these types of predictions can have on business. What we can do to help make buying decisions. Why we need to challenge predictions and make sure we are doing our due diligence. peggysmedleyshow.com (11.17.20 - #695) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Yanick Pouffary, chief technologist for IoT and edge services, HPE Pointnext Services, talk about the challenges facing today's companies, discussing this new world that is putting employees at the center of transformation. They also discuss: Five distinct capabilities for returning to work. A day in the life of an employee who is guided through a city. The importance of augmentation, remote operation, and flexible automation. hpe.com (11.17.20 - #695) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Bryan Selzer, CEO and founder, LEFTA Systems, talk about how data used to be collected in law enforcement and how it is improving this system. He says whether you have software or paper, you do have the data. They also discuss: If technology can help distinguish between good cops and bad cops. How business intelligence can help in law enforcement. If data is the answer in law enforcement today. leftasystems.org (11.17.20 - #695) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy looks to the future and into our factories. She shares what Industry 4.0 is, the biggest trends in manufacturing today, and what is spurring the next great revolution in this industry in the future. She also discusses: Examples of how companies are seeing real success in manufacturing today. How our supply chains are like a symphony. Four shifts in manufacturing and the supply chain today. peggysmedleyshow.com (11.10.20 - #694) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Neal Meldrum, global business strategy manager in the manufacturing and resources group, Microsoft, talk about the need for a strong supply chain in manufacturing. They discuss how manufacturers have made investments in a digital strategy and have seen success. They also discuss: How leveraging a digital strategy can help capture domain knowledge and operationalize it and how leveraging a mobile first strategy empowers workers. How to build a resourceful and targeted approach toward the Fourth Industrial Revolution. How AI-led integrated business planning and demand forecasting scenarios drives significantly higher levels of supply chain efficiency. microsoft.com (11.10.20 - #694) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast,

Peggy and Olof Liberg, 5G standardization program manager at the department of standards and technologies, Ericsson Sweden, talk about what triggered him and his coauthors to write first and second edition of Cellular Internet of Things. They also discuss: When looking at cellular IoT, there are two main tracts: massive IoT and critical IoT. Some of the most interesting use cases today. If use cases around the world are similar for massive IoT and critical IoT. Cellular Internet of Things www.ericsson.com (11.10.20 - #694) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy gives her thoughts on the impact COVID-19 has—and will continue to have—on the supply chain and manufacturing. She gives an example of how some funding is going to be used to spur U.S. manufacturing in the future. She also discusses: A recap on what manufacturers were facing before the pandemic including how ecosystems, business models, and customer expectations were changing. The impact the labor shortage, the advent of new technologies, and COVID-19 are having on manufacturing. If we have made any real progress in the last seven-plus months toward greater digitization. peggysmedleyshow.com (11.03.20 - #693) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast