Peggy Smedley Show

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

The distracted driving numbers continue to rise. Peggy and Phil Renaud, executive director, The Risk Institute and Brittany Shoots-Reinhard, senior research associate, Dept. Of Psychology, Ohio State University, talk about the increase in traffic fatalities and what it is doing in response. They also discuss: Four pillars it will focus on in 2021: encourage employers to adopt policies; encourage teachers to dedicate time to distracted driving; educate the public on the dangers; and in Ohio modernize the law. If parents are ill-equipped to teach driving skills to children today. How research and simulators can work with students to make them aware of the risks out there. fisher.osu.edu (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

Peggy and David Strayer, University of Utah, discuss how people come into driving with a false premise that they are good multitaskers. They discuss why we are conditioned to answer our phone when it rings or pings. They also discuss: How much of the world's population are in fact good multitaskers and where to go to take a test to see if you are a super tasker. How we started introducing technology in the automobiles in the 1930s and how it has kept morphing. Autonomous technology and the impact it will have on the distracted driving dilemma. psych.utah.edu (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

Peggy and Simon Leech, senior advisor, security and risk management, HPE Pointnext Services, talk about cloud growth rates and reaching a plateau, the cloud experience, and security concerns and other risks. She also discusses: How the public cloud is secure by default and how to understand the risk with the public cloud. Current industry trends such as the hybrid cloud environment, how the enterprise perimeter is starting to dissolve, and Zero Trust architecture. How to build a cloud strategy and how to build a cloud security strategy by understanding what the business is trying to achieve by moving to cloud. hpe.com/pointnext (10.27.20 - #692) 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 Lisa Robinson, senior program manager, Employer Traffic Safety Programs, National Safety Council, talk about the hard numbers related to distracted driving—and how there was some decline in distracted driving, but that pattern isn't continuing. They also discuss: How to reduce workplace distractions and how employers should incorporate a distraction-free policy. Why 76% of drivers are very willing to wear a mask in public, but just 62% are very willing to obey state law preventing cellphone use. The influx of technology in the car—and the benefits of it—but who's responsibility it ultimately is to drive the vehicle. nsc.org/justdrive (10.27.20 - #692) 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 Daniel Ernst, distinguished technologist, high-performance computing & AI, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, talk about the future of computing—exascale. He says one of the core pieces of exascale is the rate at which we can do calculations. They also discuss: Some examples of what people can do with exascale computing—such as weather predictions. The history of exascale computing and where we are at today. What is coming in the next year—and decade—with exascale computing. 000000000000000000.com (10.20.20 - #691) 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 Amy Marks, head of industrialized construction strategy and evangelism, Autodesk, talk about industrialized construction and prefab. Marks says while most of the prefab has been behind the walls and behind the ceiling, driven by the specialty contractor, industrialized construction is happening already. They also discuss: What is industrialized construction—and the terms surrounding it. The number of general contractors and specialty MEP subs that are already engaged in it. That it is no longer a journey—it is a race. If you are debating if you should be in the race, you have already lost. autodesk.com (10.20.20 - #691) 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 what is on the horizon for smart infrastructure. She explains the history of our highway system and how outdated our infrastructure systems are and the condition they are in. She also discusses: How COVID has impacted how much people are driving. If mayors want to invest in smart infrastructure. Why we need connectivity in our infrastructure. peggysmedleyshow.com (10.13.20 - #690) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

"Whatever you wish to do in life, education is key." Peggy and R. Sreenivasan, chief customer officer, Career Launcher, talk about education today and elearning. He shares his story and what led him to where he is today. They also discuss: Solutions to keep our children's education uninterrupted today. How it was able to get an entire school system of one of the states online in seven days. Some challenges with online learning and how partners can help. Learn more (10.13.20 - #690) 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 Ken Mendelson, senior managing director, Guidepost Solutions, talk about the security risks with the IoT (Internet of Things). They also discuss: Two main types of security risks and examples of security exploits. The danger of third-party harm and how it can serve as a launching point for compromise of other devices on the network. How we can secure working from home and our devices in our home. guidepostsolutions.com (10.1320 - #690) 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 research that is being done at University Transportation Centers, with the objective of advancing exploration and education programs. She also discusses: How one UTC is addressing key developments in both the supply of teleactivities as well as their impact on travel behavior and demand for transportation. What three principle questions the UTC will seek to answer. How the pandemic is evolving transportation faster than ever before. peggysmedleyshow.com (10.06.20 - #689) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, transportation, ecommerce

Peggy and Sridhar Kowdley, program manager at the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate Office for Interoperability and Compatibility Technology Center, talk about how it is time to better connect, protect, and make first responders more situationally aware. They also discuss: Concrete examples of tools and techniques to do their job safer. How Project 25 is the digital standard for voice communication—and the importance of interoperability. How technologies such as artificial intelligence can be used to process video and give cues to find someone who is hurt and lost. dhs.gov (10.06.20 - #689) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Robert Mankowski, Bentley Systems, talk about how it has been focused on making digital twin available for infrastructure and smart cities. They also discuss: How people are embracing the pandemic to do things differently than before. How YII is going to be different this year than previous years. How cities are embracing digital technologies. yii.bentley.com (10.06.20 - #689) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy explains how our world is becoming touchless—though connectivity. The numbers show that contactless payments are on the rise, growing twice as fast as non-contactless transactions in the grocery and drug store categories. She also discusses: If a majority of people will see the need to continue to use contactless payments post-pandemic. Examples of touchless technologies in cities, including touchless green-light modes for pedestrians. Considerations for security and contactless payments. peggysmedleyshow.com (09.29.20 - #688) 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 Michael Walton, industry solution executive, manufacturing industry, Microsoft, examine the differences between the generations—particularly millennial and Gen Z—and how they are impacting the manufacturing industry. They also discuss: How Gen Z thinks differently about manufacturing than a millennial and some defining characteristics about each. The overabundance of free training, whether or not we are losing empathy with our remote mentorship and training, and what approach we should be taking. If workers today should need a four-year degree, and how training, mentorship, and proving yourself to a company should ultimately fit into the equation. microsoft.com (09.29.20 - #688) 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 Rafael Salmi, global president & general manager, Richardson RFPD, talk about opportunities with the IoT (Internet of Things) and AI (artificial intelligence) during COVID-19. They also discuss: Which markets are seeing the acceleration of digital transformation as a result of COVID-19. What is key for manufacturers to improve productivity, reduce operational downtime, find new revenue streams, and launch new services. How successful digital transformation is not about technology—and shares what is in fact key to success. richardsonrfpd.com (09.29.20 - #688) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast,

Peggy answers some key questions surrounding AI (artificial intelligence) including: what is happening with research and development; what is happening in Washington; who is for AI; and who is trying to save the U.S. from the dark side of AI. She also discusses: The history of the federal government playing a big role in driving innovation. Reports that dig into AI research and development needs. The biggest considerations when it comes to the worker of the future and security. peggysmedleyshow.com (09.22.20 - #687) 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 Bin Li, assistant professor of electrical, computer and biomedical engineering, University of Rhode Island's College of Engineering, distinguish between AR (augmented reality) and VR (virtual reality) and explain how we get good mixed-reality applications for firefighters. They also talk about: The real benefits of mixed reality for training firefighters. Limitations of mixed reality including: latency and users adapting to the environment. What is needed to make this technology a reality and how it can improve the performance for firefighters. uri.edu (09.22.20 - #687) 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 Michael Badnarik, software engineer, political figure, and former radio talk show host, talk about why he ran for the presidency many years ago and that almost no people understand the constitution today. They also discuss: What libertarians believe and what makes them different from democrats and republicans. That nobody knows the constitution and we aren't following it right now. That the constitution documents the rights you already have and it is our job to follow the constitution. badnarik.org (09.22.20 - #687) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy covers some of the latest big announcements in the world of technology, then digs into the newest happenings in Washington with AVs (automated vehicles). She also discusses: Opportunities for autonomous driving and the biggest concerns that need to be overcome. What is being done with the Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing Initiative. Why it is important to think outside the box and identify new ways that AVs can make a difference. peggysmedleyshow.com (09.15.20 - #686) 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 Conor McGinn, CEO, Akara Robotics, address challenges in healthcare and how robots can help kill germs. He says, there is a need to kill germs and ultraviolet rays can help. They also discuss: How it is hard to know how many germs there are in a room, and how taking a "CIS approach" can help. How key partnerships, such as the one with Intel, help bring technology to market. How it has built its system from the beginning to be a leader in being able to do computer vision on a robot. akara.ai (09.15.20 - #686) 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 Kahnweiler, author, "Introvert-Friendly Workplaces: How to Unleash Everyone's Talent and Performance", talk about how work cultures can support introverts. They also: Define introvert and the difference with extroverts. Talk about introverts in the era of COVID-19 and remote work. Identify the importance of leaders knowing themselves and understanding this dimension of personality. jenniferkahnweiler.com (09.15.20 - #686) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy explains how we can equip our first responders with technology to be safer, but only if they are connected. Too often first responders are in rural locations without connectivity. She digs into how to keep industries connected and covers some of the latest trends in connectivity. She also discusses: The amount of rural Americans who have access to broadband service, and how we have progressed in this area. The steps the government is currently taking to extend 5G networks to all Americans. How virtualized 5G has exploded in the past several months and what is coming next. peggysmedleyshow.com (09.08.20 - #685) 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 James Lester, professor of computer science and director of the Center for Educational Informatics, North Carolina State University, shares the goal of the IntelliVisor project, saying it looks at the best way to train first responders, specifically firefighters, and imagines 10 years into the future. They also discuss: How communication channels have change in the last 50 years and how they will continue to change in the next 10 years. What the different user interfaces will be like in 10 years and what a firefighter will want to see. How AR (augmented reality), VR (virtual reality), AI (artificial intelligence), and other technology can help first responders in cases of emergency. cei.ncsu.edu (09.08.20 - #685) 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 Dan Bruder, author, The Blendification System: Activating Potential by Connecting Culture, Strategy, and Execution & CEO of Fusion Dynamics Group, talk about what the word blendification means and why it is more prevalent today. They also discuss: How to blend together culture, strategy, and execution. How work and life have been blending together for several years and the ongoing impact of COVID-19 in this area. Why it is important to realize our potential at work if we want to realize our potential in life. blendificationsystem.com (09.08.20 - #685) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast