Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy and Pamela Evette, lieutenant governor of South Carolina, talk about if we need to train our workers differently. She says we have been doing that little by little with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) and now we know we have to get our kids more engaged with technology. They also discuss: The importance of looking at what each individual employee wants and needs. If we need to leverage technology—and the impact it is having on mentoring. ChatGPT and generative AI (artificial intelligence), remote work, and the impact on the workforce. Watch the Interview on YouTube pamelaevette.com (9/12/23 - 838) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pamela Evette, lieutenant governor, South Carolina This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy embarks on a fun journey talking all about artificial intelligence through the generations. She is joined by Laura Black, editor-at-large, Specialty Publishing Media, who shares how she came of age as technology came of age. They also discuss: If generative AI is all hype or if there are real opportunities. The importance of looking for the opportunities with artificial intelligence, while also being aware of the challenges. The importance of education when addressing the expertise gap. connectedworld.com (9/12/23 - 838) 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 talks all about AI (artificial intelligence)—focusing specifically on the impact and concerns for small businesses. She says we know generative AI offers big opportunities, but is every business ready? She also discusses: What we need to do to prepare and what concerns or cautions we should heed. How many small businesses are experimenting with AI—and how many are investing in it. What steps should be taken next. peggysmedleyshow.com (9/5/23 - 837) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, worker of tomorrow This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Juliette Powell, technologist, strategist, and adjunct faculty at New York University and Art Kleiner, editor, futurist, and adjunct faculty at New York University, discuss AI (artificial intelligence) and the new book The AI Dilemma: 7 Principles for Responsible Technology. She says right now for the first time in our human history, AI is in the hands of people, and many don't even realize they are interacting with AI. He says as these tools have emerged, the way we use them are clearly going to change. They also discuss: What is keeping people up at night. How AI is going to change systems and what we can do to prepare. The cost of using AI—and the cost of not using AI. theaidilemma.com (9/5/23 - 837) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Juliette Powell, New York University, Art Kleiner, AI Dilemma, worker of tomorrow 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 Douglas Kent, executive vice president of corporate and strategic alliances, ASCM (Assn. of Supply Chain Management), talk about the state of the supply chain and if we have made progress. He says if you take a look at the last 2-3 years, we hit an unprecedented level of disruption in the supply chain from a myriad of different events. They also discuss: The macro factors that are impacting the supply chain. The workforce shortage in the supply chain and the role of artificial intelligence. How to ensure the safeguarding of our supply chain at large. ascm.org (9/5/23 - 837) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Douglas Kent, ASCM, worker of tomorrow 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 what is in store for AMI (advanced metering infrastructure) in the days ahead. She says there are many benefits for both utilities and consumers and new research points to what is coming next. She also discusses: If adoption is still on the rise—and what is spurring or hindering growth. 7 big trends to watch for advanced metering infrastructure. What hurdles still stand in our way and what needs to happen next. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/29/23 - 836) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, worker of tomorrow This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Jay Wilhelm, associate professor of mechanical engineering, Ohio University, shares with Peggy his experience and where we are with automated driving systems. He says he looks at things from a high level first and then breaks them down. They also discuss: Big auto manufacturers working on this and the research side of it. Regulation, the technology gap, and consumer acceptance. The different levels of automation and how AI (artificial intelligence) will play a role. ohio.edu (8/29/23 - 836) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jay Wilhelm, Ohio University, worker of tomorrow This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Jeff Winter, senior director, industry strategy, manufacturing, Hitachi Solutions, talk about servitization. He says this concept has become pretty popular in recent years, but what most people don't realize is it was first described in the 1960s and then nothing really happened much until the 1980s. Now, it means capturing and harnessing the power of data to offer a completely new way of providing value to customers above and beyond the sale of a product through the entire lifecycle. They also discuss: How many companies will generate total revenue from digital products, services, and experiences by 2026. The types of servitization, case studies, and why hardware companies need to rethink their strategies. The differences between servitization and connected products. global.hitachi-solutions.com (8/29/23 - 836) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jeff Winter, Hitachi Solutions, worker of tomorrow 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 a new framework in the United States aimed at cybersecurity. She says we all know digital transformation offers significant opportunities to business, but the challenge is there are too many bad actors who are looking to come after our data. She also discusses: How many cyber attacks occur every day. What the new cybersecurity framework aims to accomplish. Three big things she likes about the new draft—and a word of caution. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/22/23- 835) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, AI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Pamela Evette, lieutenant governor of South Carolina, talk about the future of work and what she calls the "Workforce of Tomorrow." She says COVID made people readjust and rethink what they think about our technical colleges and what they are thinking about our trades. They also discuss: Where we are right now with the future of work. Who the future worker is going to be. How we inspire the younger generation. Watch the interview on YouTube pamelaevette.com (8/22/23 - 835) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, AI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pamela Evette, lieutenant governor, South Carolina, 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 John Kwant, executive director, Americas, 5G Automotive Assn., talk about C-V2X (cellular vehicle-to-everything) and why that matters. He says C-V2X is a suite of communication technologies that enable vehicles, vulnerable road users, and infrastructure to talk to one another and broadcast their presence and directional intent. They also discuss: Who is fighting for this technology and who is impacted. Where we are with deployments here in the United States and globally. What use cases to best plan for. 5gaa.org (8/22/23 - 835) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, AI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, John Kwant, 5G Automotive Assn. This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about energy—and how we can leverage technology to use it more wisely. She says energy is perhaps one of our most vital critical infrastructures and we need to have a candid conversation about the energy transition we are currently on. She also discusses: A new report suggests many countries are developing strategies to access critical materials. Five key areas to consider when mitigating supply chain vulnerability. The localization and redesign of supply chains. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/15/23 - 834) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Randy Berry, chair and John A. Dever professor, department of electrical and computer engineering, Northwestern University, talk about the Gs—landing on why 5G is so important. He says G stands for generation, and we mark wireless technologies in these generations that tend to emerge once every 10 years or so. They also discuss: The difference between 4G and 5G. The relationship and convergence between the wired and wireless world. Two trends that feed into cost savings and the rise of artificial intelligence. ece.northwestern.edu (8/15/23 - 834) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Randy Berry, Northwestern 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 Jarich, head of GSMA intelligence, GSMA, talk about the organization and 5G. He says the organization dates back to 1987 when 13 operators came together to sign an MOU around deploying GSM—so it is a member organization. They also discuss: The research around 5G and if we are at a tipping point. What 5G will enable and the possibilities it will offer—and how developers can take advantage of it. The biggest barrier that exists to adopting new technologies. gsmaintelligence.com (8/15/23 - 834) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Peter Jarich, GSMA 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 generative AI (artificial intelligence)—and what the future of work will look like with this technology among us. She says generative AI offers numerous opportunities to business to leverage technology in new and exciting ways. She also discusses: A case study of how generative AI could be used in business. The benefits it will offer businesses and employees. Considerations that need to be made as we move into a new era of work. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/8/23 - 833) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Chris Pearson, president, 5G Americas, talk about the evolution of the wireless industry. He says I have lived through the "Gs" and there is no doubt over time the technology gets better, sharing the key areas it is enabling. They also discuss: How the different generations use devices differently. The anticipated growth for 5G connections and how it will lead to an innovation era with more use cases. The vertical markets that will benefit the most from 5G. 5Gamericas.org (8/8/23 - 833) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Chris Pearson, 5G Americas This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Aparna Sharma, general manager, hybrid cloud services, IBM Consulting, and Cristina Potra, leading the Azure customer engineering team for mainframes modernization, Microsoft, discuss mainframe application modernization today. Sharma says mainframes have been so critical for more than 60 years. Potra adds it is a journey to modernize infrastructure. They also discuss: Some of the biggest challenges customers are facing today. The hybrid approach that IBM and Microsoft are working together to provide. The benefits for companies and how to get started. Mainframe App Modernization Blog Microsoft Azure Blog Whitepaper on App Modernization (8/8/23 - 833) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Aparna Sharma, IBM Consulting, Cristina Potra, Microsoft, This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks about the future of work, saying we are seeing the rise of AI (artificial intelligence) across many vertical markets, and it is changing the way industries work. She adds that at the end of the day, technology is just a tool to aid the workforce and it is still critical to train workers for the future of work. She also discusses: The state of labor shortages and other workforce trends. How to encourage effective communication and collaboration. How AI will ultimately shape the future of work and how to prepare for it. peggysmedleyshow.com (8/1/23 - 832) 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.

Jen Huffstetler, chief product sustainability officer, Intel, returns to talk to Peggy Smedley about how software can optimize workloads, keeping performance and lowering power. She says the future of sustainable computing is largely in the hands of these AI software developers. This segment is sponsored by Intel. They also discuss: Open-source tools and why they are critical to save energy in the data center. Three examples of companies adopting AI technology. How to manage the data center. Jen's Blog - Four principles for writing energy and carbon-efficient software Data centers can transform and drive sustainability Hear Jen on Energy Transitions Solutions Podcast (8/1/23 - 832) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jen Huffstetler, Intel 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 Francesco Radicati, senior research analyst, Guidehouse Insights, talk about how 5G is going to coexist in our smart homes with all this other connectivity. He says it will be valid for use cases where meters and sensors are farther away and need to provide data. They also discuss: If we should talk about "the one" protocol for the smart home. How this will be integrated between our homes, vehicles, and cities. How to secure the smart home. guidehouseinsights.com (8/1/23 - 832) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Francesco Radicati, Guidehouse Insights This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

How will we secure all that generative AI (artificial intelligence) data? Peggy discusses cybersecurity on the first segment, explaining how executives can protect their data. She says it is time to move forward into a new era of innovation, and AI will be at the center of this movement, so let's secure it. She also discusses: Projected growth and reasons for generative AI. The challenges we face with cybersecurity and how zero trust can help. If zero trust will be enough to protect our data. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/25/23 - 831) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Paul Stimers, partner, Holland & Knight and founder & executive director, Quantum Industry Coalition and William "Whurley" Hurley, founder & CEO, Strangeworks, talk all about the National Quantum Initiative. Stimers says it is the federal government's way of coordinating and accelerating federal quantum research and development. Whurley says he likes to think of the industrial revolution, the information revolution, and now the quantum revolution, as we are seeing it come into every aspect of our daily lives. They also discuss: The Chips and Science Act and how it will be helpful as we prepare for the quantum revolution. What industries will benefit from quantum. Companies that are investing in quantum—and how it is becoming more collaborative among industries and government. quantumindustrycoalition.com (7/25/23 - 831) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Paul Stimers, Holland & Knight, Quantum Industry Coalition, William "Whurley" Hurley, Strangeworks This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Jeff Winter, senior director, industry strategy, manufacturing, Hitachi Solutions, talk about digital twin and simulation. He says a digital twin takes a real-life object and creates an exact copy of that same object in the digital world; meanwhile, a simulation is a virtual model of a system or process, but it is typically used to predict or analyze its behavior under different conditions and usually is not connected to the real world. They also discuss: Where the digital thread comes in. Industry examples of a digital twin that everyone has likely used and one in an industrial setting. The importance of data integration, interoperability, and scalability. global.hitachi-solutions.com (7/25/23 - 831) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jeff Winter, Hitachi Solutions This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Did you know the luxury market is poised for growth, even amid market uncertainty? Peggy explains why on the first segment. She also takes it one step further, explaining who today's luxury buyer is and why they are spending more on luxury brands. She also discusses: Why luxury brands need data analytics. The challenges that come along with this transition. The importance of identifying the objective of collecting data. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/18/23 - 830) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Jen Huffstetler, chief product sustainability officer, Intel, talk about her role and the goals she has now. She says it is a newer role and it all comes back to Intel's vision for sustainability and computing, as it is looking to lead the industry to deliver sustainable computing for a sustainable future. They also discuss: The infrastructure level, including the basics of compute, storage, and networking. Software, silicon, and the data center. Where data center operators should focus their energies. Jen's Blog - Four principles for writing energy and carbon-efficient software Data centers can transform and drive sustainability Hear Jen on Energy Transitions Solutions Podcast (7/18/23 - 830) Peggy Smedley and Jen Huffstetler, Intel, talk about her role and the goals she has now and how Intel is looking to lead the industry to deliver sustainable computing for a sustainable future. 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 Joshua Peschel, assistant professor and Black & Veach Faculty Fellow, Iowa State University, talk about AI (artificial intelligence) and ChatGPT and if businesses need to be worried. He says there are a couple of different ways to look at it. They also discuss: If ChatGPT becomes a gatekeeper, how do we develop the next generation? Fields this will impact like law, medical, education, and civil engineering. Who controls the data and how changes and updates get incorporated. peschelgroup.org (7/18/23 - 830) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joshua Peschel, Iowa State University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks about how many people are taking to the roads for summer vacations—but she questions if the roads are safe. She discusses a new report that identifies how many pedestrians were killed in the last year—and if we are trending in the right direction. She also discusses: How much did pedestrian fatalities ascend since 2010. Dissecting the who, where, and when these crashes are most often happening. Four things we can do today to make our roads a little bit safer. peggysmedleyshow.com (7/11/23 - 829) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Machiel Blok, assistant professor of physics, University of Rochester, talk about the third level of the quantum system. He says the idea of quantum computing is that these are hardware devices that on a fundamental level, on their physical level, they rely on quantum effects to get benefits for computing or benefits for communication. They also discuss: The basics of classical computing. How quantum will impact everyday life and business—and the key benefits. How to excite a new generation alongside the rise of new technologies. labsites.rochester.edu/bloklab (7/11/23 - 829) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Machiel Blok, University of Rochester 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 Bo Hou, senior lecturer, school of physics and astronomy, Cardiff University, talk about research in different areas including semiconductors. He says the university is working with next-generation semiconductors and he is interested in making them into small nano crystals, making technology more energy efficient and higher performance. They also discuss: How new technologies can lead to a lower carbon footprint. Research that is in the very early stages. When we will see this technology become more mainstream. cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy (7/11/23 - 829) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Bo Hou, Cardiff 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 talks all about sustainability and what comes next for businesses. She recently had an opportunity to attend a sustainability session and shares her key takeaways from that on the first segment. She also discusses: How many dollars will be invested into sustainability annually. One company that is taking big steps to help others reach sustainability goals. Specific examples of how technology can help in three different vertical markets. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/27/23 - 828) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Jamie Dinsmore, energy and resources industry lead, Microsoft Canada, talk about the state of energy and sustainability in Canada. He says Canada is rich in resources, detailing some examples. They also discuss: Energy tax credits and government funding in Canada. How we can get to a net-zero emission economy. How data and artificial intelligence enter the equation. Learn about the future of energy with our "Top Trends in Energy" video series. Sign up to receive news and updates about new Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability capabilities. (6/27/23 - 828) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jamie Dinsmore, Microsoft Canada This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Jeff Winter, senior director, industry strategy, manufacturing, Hitachi Solutions America, talk about how business leaders should be thinking about generative AI (artificial intelligence). He says artificial intelligence, in general, can be thought of as a technology to help augment or automate decisions. They also discuss: Three groups of people who will benefit from ChatGPT. How many employees are currently using ChatGPT for work-related tasks—and how many told their bosses. The three main areas where companies should have policies and strategies for ChatGPT. global.hitachi-solutions.com (6/27/23 - 828) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jeff Winter, Hitachi Solutions America This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about semiconductors. She says this space is growing, investors are eyeing it, the government is taking steps to strengthen it, and the general public is taking notice—but are the hurdles discussed enough? She identifies opportunities and trends. She also discusses: The amount of growth that is expected for semiconductors. What the White House is doing for semiconductor research, development, manufacturing, and workforce development. One company that hit the trillion-dollar mark. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/20/23 - 827) 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.

Julie Shainock, managing director, travel, transport & logistics, Microsoft, joins Peggy Smedley to talk about what is driving the rental car industry. She says when you look at the rental car industry today, you are looking at a lot of different things that are happening in the marketplace: EVs (electric vehicles), AVs (autonomous vehicles), consolidation, digital transformation and a lot of legacy systems, and the new phenomenon around mobility-as-a-service. They also discuss: Strategic alliances, which company is using an EV fleet, and the trend around software-defined vehicles. Accelerating the commercialization of EVs and AVs. Mobility-as-as-service and hyper personalization. A new whitepaper focused on rental car trends. The Future of the Rental Car Industry Whitepaper (6/20/23 - 827) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Julie Shainock, managing director, travel, transport & logistics, Microsoft This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about some of the latest workforce trends, defining labor hoarding, quiet quitting, and the great resignation. She says we continue to put labels on the trends in the job market, but do we really know the long-term impact this is having on business, and do we recognize what steps we need to take next to have a better workforce? She also discusses: What trends have slowed, and which have picked up speed. The top reasons companies are actively labor hoarding and plan to continue to do so in 2023. The real problem that lies under the surface—and what needs to be done to address it. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/13/23 - 826) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Tina Green, VP business development and marketing, Mumford Industries Inc., talk about the history of the company. She says the company has been in industrial plastics recycling for about 28 years. They also discuss: Why circularity is important now. The definition of circular and if all companies that recycle are circular. That education for recycling needs to be consistent and continuous. mumfordindustries.com (6/13/23 - 826) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Tina Green, Mumford Industries Inc. 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 Corey Johnson, senior director, construction product management, Bentley Systems, talk about how inexperienced skilled labor is impacting project performance and safety. He says COVID has accelerated the need to better plan your work because the skilled labor force has been looking for alternative types of work or has retired. They also discuss: The importance of showing the value of the construction projects workers are going to be working on. How tools and technology can enable collaboration for both field and office workers. If there are hard cost benefits to the technology, in addition to workforce benefits. bentley.com/synchro (6/13/23 - 826) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Corey Johnson, Bentley Systems This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about autonomous vehicles on The Peggy Smedley Show. She says the closer we get to automated vehicles, the closer we are to huge societal transformation—but there is one really big caveat. She also discusses: One patent that could make a big difference. One very critical thing that needs to happen in order for autonomous vehicles to take off. Some very important questions businesses in this space need to be asking themselves. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/6/23 - 825) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Karen Wayland, CEO, GridWise Alliance, talk about the current state of the grid and why it is receiving so much attention right now. She says it is undergoing a rapid transformation, which presents opportunities and challenges, and explains how the grid began with large generators and it evolved with new technologies on the grid and behind the customer meter. They also discuss: Increasing customer demands for clean energy, security risks, and severe weather events that have the potential to disrupt the grid. How to protect the data and use all the information to make the grid respond faster, self-healing, and to build in redundancy. Two big issues that could present a challenge: workforce and supply chain. gridwise.org (6/6/23 - 825) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Karen Wayland, GridWise Alliance This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Bob Underwood, author, Dam It! Electrifying America and Taming Her Waterways, talk about his background and his book. He says what led him to write the book is the fact he lived in high school with a grandfather who was a legendary dam builder. They also discuss: The history of the race to electrify America. How hydropower fits into the big picture. His biggest takeaway that future generations should understand. bobunderwood.com (6/6/23 - 825) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Bob Underwood, author, Dam It! This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks about the rebirth of local communities, all with the help of AI (artificial intelligence). She says we need both big vision and action to make real change happen, as it requires us to take the roughly 8 billion people who live on the planet Earth into consideration while also becoming an active participant in what is being done in our own communities. She also discusses: How the internet is now in its third stage and how this impacts communities. An example of how technology will enable us to think globally and act locally. The importance of being able to trust the data. peggysmedleyshow.com IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Matt Sekol, sustainability industry advocate, Microsoft, define ESG (environment, social, and governance) and talk about where it is today. He says ESG refers to the material risks and opportunities around environmental, social, and corporate governance, often in the pursuit of this long-term resilience and growth. They also discuss: The nuances between ESG and other topics such as sustainability, climate change, and DE&I. When the tipping point occurred, and the challenges faced in the past few years. The importance of breaking down data silos responsibly with principles still in mind—and how to do this. Two examples in concrete and automotive manufacturing. Prepare your organization for ESG reporting - Microsoft Industry Blogs Sign up to receive news and updates about new Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability capabilities. (5/30/23 - 824) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Matt 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 Russ Graney, founder and CEO, Aidin, talk about case management and the key players. He says he learned about case management through the context of his uncle getting sick—and case managers, who are typically former nurses, can be the heroes that make a broken healthcare system work. They also discuss: How technology can help patients get to the best quality provider available to them, on time, every time. How to get the best care wherever we are. A core metric for hospitals is to make sure to get patients out quickly. myaidin.com (5/30/23 - 824) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Russ Graney, Aidin This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley talks all about the labor workforce—the good, the bad, and the ugly. She shares details from a new construction jobs report and digs into the numbers. She also gives her thoughts on what needs to happen next in order to identify how we can build a better workforce. She also discusses: Three big risks general contractors often experience. The importance of finding the right skilled labor. How we can get back to the basics. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/23/23 - 823) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Mitch Lash, president/CEO, Jan-Lee Detective Agency, talk about the work that he does and what has changed to make his role more necessary. He says the company is a risk mitigation firm, which is a wide arena to operate in. They also discuss: How law enforcement is at an all-time low, and how intelligence security can help. How social media can help and hurt. What his company assesses and the intelligence his company provides to help his client. janleedetectives.com (5/23/23 - 823) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mitch Lash, president/CEO, Jan-Lee Detective Agency 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 Ateev Mehrotra, professor, Dept. of Health Care Policy, Harvard Medical School, talk about remote patient monitoring and why doctors are so excited about the model today. He says it flips the healthcare model in the United States on its head. They also discuss: The state of remote patient monitoring today. Aging in place and the advantages for people who live in more rural locations. The challenge with care across state lines. scholar.harvard.edu/mehrotra/home (5/23/23 - 823) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ateev Mehrotra, Harvard Medical School 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 intelligent home charging systems, something many automotive and technology companies are beginning to tout. But is it too much too soon? How will we realistically make this all a reality in home and in cities? Peggy discusses on this segment. She also talks about: The current trajectory of electric vehicles. Two examples of cooperations for intelligent charging at home. The benefits and hurdles to bringing this to market. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/16/23 - 822) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Bob Rose, CEO & president, MedWand Solutions, Inc., converse about the Urban-Rural Healthcare Alliance. He talks about developing a product that would enable a physician to examine a patient remotely—but along the way realized it would need an entire ecosystem around the product to make it effective. They also discuss: The staffing shortages and how many rural hospitals have closed since the beginning of the pandemic. How many people lack access to health services. How the technology works. medwandhealth.com (5/16/23 - 822) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Bob Rose, MedWand Solutions, Inc. This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy and Rahul Sen Sharma, president and co-CEO, Indxx, talk about change that is happening in the healthcare space. He says there are problems and solutions to challenges such as inflation, rate hikes, and labor costs. They also discuss: Labor shortages and the gap that is expected by 2025. The rise of telemedicine and how it drives down costs. How technology can help improve the way we get medicine. indxx.com (5/16/23 - 822) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rahul Sen Sharma, Indxx This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

The construction and manufacturing industries are both heavily responsible for emissions—many of which come from Scope 3. Peggy talks about how best practices for procurement can help construction operate on slim margins and be more sustainable. She also discusses: How much emissions construction contributes both directly and indirectly. A new report that identifies total spending from procurement. Suggestions and strategies for how to improve procurement, ultimately achieving greater profitability and sustainability. In this segment, Peggy references her previous interview with Mark Kroese, Microsoft, and Eugenio Longo, TCS Europe, about Scope 3. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/9/23 - 821) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.