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Peggy Smedley talks about how green building and sustainability has evolved in the past several decades. She says we are at an interesting point in history—one where we have the tools, resources, and technologies available to us to build a better tomorrow.

She also discusses:

• The history of green building.
• Recent data related to the last three decades of green building and sustainability.
• The impact of green building.

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(11/26/24 - 898)

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Peggy Smedley and Michael Zeto, chief commercial officer, Boingo Wireless, talk about what has been happening in the past decade with connectivity. He says with the transition from 4G to 5G, we moved from connectivity as a luxury to being critical infrastructure. 

They also discuss:

• How the adoption curve unfolded from M2M to the IoT (Internet of Things).
• The importance of safety and security.
• How industries can leverage experiences from the next industry.

boingo.com 

(11/26/24 - 898)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Michael Zeto, Boingo Wireless

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Peggy Smedley and Matt Hatton, founding partner, Transforma Insights, talk about some of the challenges we are still facing today with the IoT (Internet of Things)—and the progress we have made. He says there have been a lot of IoT adoptions over the years driven by regulations—and some were much slower to materialize.

They also discuss:

• Why we didn’t hit 50 billion connected devices in 2020.
• Some of the biggest inhibiting factors to IoT adoption.
• The value associated with the IoT.

transformainsights.com 

(11/26/24 - 898)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Matt Hatton, Transforma Insights

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Peggy looks at a new report that digs into the details of the state of EVs (electric vehicles) in the Southeast. She says electric vehicle sales in the Southeast grew 42%, beating the national average by 37%.

She also discusses:

• The importance of an ecosystem of players in order to ensure success.
• Growth trends across six indicators.
• What has stalled EVs in the past and what is needed to pick up speed in the future.

(11/19/24 - 897)

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Peggy Smedley and Chris McGuire, VP and general manager, Global Microsoft Strategic Partnership, IBM Consulting, and Lisa Slim, senior director, global partners, Microsoft, talk about the partnership between the two companies. McGuire says about four years ago the two companies decided to focus deeply on a partnership. Slim says this partnership is grounded in a shared vision.

They also discuss:

• The role of generative AI (artificial intelligence) in business today.
• The results of a hackathon.
• How clients can embrace digital transformation.

ibm.com/consulting/microsoft 

(11/19/24 - 897)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Chris McGuire, IBM, Lisa Slim, Microsoft

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Urban populations are anticipated to increase by 2.5 billion by 2050, causing greater demand for new buildings. Peggy talks about how buildings are playing a huge role in greenhouse gas emissions.

She also discusses:

• The challenge we face building new structures and retrofitting existing one.
• Examples of two new and unique projects.
• How to identify innovation and opportunities in all stages of a project lifecycle.

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(11/12/24 - 896)

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With 1.3 billion vehicles with internal combustion engines on the road, there are those that believe there should be no further investment in fossil fuels or internal combustion engines. Peggy Smedley talks to Zoran Filipi, professor and director, School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, Clemson University and founding director, Center for Virtual Prototyping of Ground Systems, about the shift to electrification.

They also discuss:

• Key challenges and opportunities for decarbonizing vehicles.
• The EV versus hybrid conversation.
• The transition to electrification for heavy machinery.

clemson.edu

(11/12/24 - 896)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Zoran Filipi, Clemson University, Center for Virtual Prototyping of Ground Systems

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Peggy Smedley and Dan Miklovic, founder, Lean Manufacturing Research and leader, Third Eye Advisory, sit down for a candid conversation about gen AI (artificial intelligence) in the manufacturing industry. He says we were drowning in data in manufacturing and now AI is our life preserver.

They also discuss:

• The history of the IoT (Internet of Things).
• The impact ChatGPT really has had on manufacturing.
• Where gen AI is really taking off in manufacturing.

thirdeyeadvisory.com 

(11/12/24 - 896)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dan Miklovic, Lean Manufacturing Research, Third Eye Advisory

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The holidays are fast approaching! Peggy talks about how technology is playing a bigger role in travel than it ever has before. She says people need greater reassurance that digital tools are safe to use.

She also discusses:

• How many adults had travel plans in 2024.
• Trends related to travel in general
• How travel will have an infusion of new technologies.

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(11/5/24 - 895)

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Peggy Smedley and Matt Reeder, director, BlueFin3, and Anthony Williams, director, BlueFin3, talk about the company’s objectives and how they help organizations meet their decarbonization goals. Reeder says BlueFin3 is an engineering and digital advisory company within the rail sector, which includes heavy haul, freight, and Metra. Williams says where it is seeing a lot of demand in the market is understanding the feasibility of electrification initiatives.

They also discuss:

• How it is helping companies such as Rio Tinto achieve emissions reductions.
• How ITS provides live and realtime information to traffic controllers.
• Advice for companies looking to be more sustainable.

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(11/05/24 - 895)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Matt Reeder, Anthony Williams, BlueFin3

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Peggy Smedley and Andreas Welsch, chief AI strategist, Intelligence Briefing and author of the AI Leadership Handbook, talk about why 85% of AI (artificial intelligence) projects fail and how ethics play a role. He says he sees AI leaders chase AI as this shiny object. 

They also discuss:

• The importance of aligning your AI strategy with your business strategy.
• The nine most important facets.
• The most interesting takeaways from his book and interviewing more than 60 AI leaders.

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(11/5/24 - 895)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, author, Andreas Welsch, Intelligence Briefing

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Peggy says a confluence of factors are playing a critical role in manufacturing today including geopolitical risks, supply-chain disruptions, sustainability, and the worker shortage. She says with all this in mind, digital transformation is something that is vital for today’s manufacturing industry to thrive.

She also discusses:

• The history of manufacturing, including how the industry has evolved through the industrial revolutions.
• How technology has evolved right alongside manufacturing.
• What we need to consider as we move forward in manufacturing.

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(10/29/24 - 894)

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Peggy Smedley and Simon Floyd, general manager, manufacturing and mobility, Microsoft, talk about the history of manufacturing and insights about the workforce and technology and how we can apply these lessons to the future of manufacturing. He explains about when we saw the first big analog dials turning up in manufacturing, plastic injection molding, programmable logic controllers, machine vision, computer vision, the IoT (Internet of Things), predictive analytics, and deep learning and machine learning.

They also discuss:

• What got you here is not going to get you there—and what this means for manufacturing.
• What was learned at IMTS and other conferences.
• His two big pieces of advice for manufacturing companies today.

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(10/29/24 - 894)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Simon Floyd, Microsoft

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The construction sector has added jobs. Progress is being made, but is it fast enough? Peggy answers, citing statistics and giving her thoughts on some of the challenges the industry is facing and how technology factors in. 

She also talks with:

• Keith Churchill, manager of construction, Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology
• Paul Connell, senior strategy and enablement consulting lead, Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence
• Mark Mehta, senior solutions consultant, Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence

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(10/22/24 - 893)

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Peggy Smedley and Keith Churchill, manager of construction, Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology, talk about the talent shortage in the construction industry. He says the craft professionals are key to being successful on any project, and the company is keeping tabs on the available workforce, and it is seeing a significant craft shortage of 40,000 craft professionals in the coming years.

They also discuss:

• How to engage, retrain, and train the younger workforce and how to implement diversity on projects.
• How technology such as Gen AI (artificial intelligence) fits into this conversation.
• How sustainability and embodied carbon fits into this conversation.

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(10/22/24 - 893)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Keith Churchill, Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology

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Peggy Smedley and Paul Connell, senior strategy and enablement consulting lead, Hexagon and Mark Mehta, senior solutions consultant, Hexagon, talk about the biggest challenges in the construction industry today. Connell says it is important that we are making the most of the technologies. Mehta says today it is all about the data and with that data we need it to be accurate, consistent, and up to date.

They also discuss:

• The labor shortages—and how technology can help alleviate some of the pressure.
• The supply chain and material shortages, price fluctuations, and delays—and how to minimize these risks.
• Going green—and how we can achieve greater sustainability in construction with the help of technology.

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(10/22/24 - 893)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Paul Connell, Mark Mehta, Hexagon

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Peggy takes a very unique approach on this episode, featuring two case studies. She unpacks how each company is leveraging technology to improve business processes.

She unpacks:

• How TK Elevator approaches circularity and sustainability.
• How robotics in manufacturing is growing and how Boston Dynamics approaches this.

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(10/15/24 - 892)

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Peggy Smedley and Monica Miller Brown, director of sustainability, TK Elevator, talk about how sustainability has changed in the last 12 months and the impact these changes are having. She says there are a lot of new regulations that are changing the way everyone is thinking about sustainability, with a move to embodied carbon in the building and construction industry.

They also discuss:

• A new product, EOX, that has sustainability embedded in it.
• Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions data and the state of Scope 3 and the supply chain.
• How to get employees to buy into the changes.

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(10/15/24 - 892)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Monica Miller Brown, TK Elevator

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Peggy Smedley and Merry Frayne, director of product – Spot, Boston Dynamics, talk about how robotics in manufacturing has evolved in the last decade and what advances are being made specifically in robotics technology. She gives a little history lesson, saying the changes in robotics in manufacturing are remarkable, becoming so much smarter, more flexible, and collaborative.

They also discuss:

• The biggest shift that is happening in robotics in manufacturing.
• The challenges in manufacturing that robotics can help address, such as safety.
• How this is impacting the workforce.

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(10/15/24 - 892)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Merry Frayne, Boston Dynamics

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Peggy talks to two guests today about how different industries are evolving with the use of new technologies including healthcare and infrastructure. Find out how these industries are evolving with the rise of AI (artificial intelligence).

She talks to:

• Dr. David Liebovitz, Northwestern Medicine
• Dominique Meyer, Looq AI, and Ken Sharpless, Exo

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(10/8/24 - 891)

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Peggy Smedley and Dr. David Liebovitz, associate vice chair, Dept. of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine, talk about clinical informatics and its impact on patient safety. He says clinical informatics relates to managing information effectively within clinical care. 

They also discuss:

• How it impacts patient safety.
• How AI (artificial intelligence) comes into play here.
• How technology can help improve patient outcomes.

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(10/8/24 - 891)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dr. David Liebovitz, Northwestern Medicine

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Peggy Smedley and Dominique Meyer, CEO and founder, Looq AI, and Ken Sharpless, vice president, customer experience, Exo, talk about the urgent need for improvement in our infrastructure and energy response strategies. Ken says we are seeing years of utilities trying to keep their existing assets healthy. Dominique says the scale of the U.S. grid is approximately 200 million distribution poles. When you have a natural event that takes out 10 of thousands, you say, “Let’s make it more resilient,” but the scale requires thinking about fundamentals.

They also discuss:

• What resiliency in the grid is and what is required to achieve it.
• How technology can help address the scale of the problem.
• Lessons learned from failure and the next big steps that need to happen.

looq.ai 
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(10/8/24 - 891)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dominique Meyer, Looq AI, Ken Sharpless, Exo

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This month we are doing things a little bit differently here on The Peggy Smedley Show. Each week, we will have two 30-minute segments, where we will get into the details with each guest about their invention or how their company is doing something unique with technology.

She also: 

• Discusses how digital transformation is changing the face of industries
• Shares the impact of Jayant Baliga’s invention – insulated gate bipolar transistors 
• Summarizes the story of a father, son, trio aiming to be the path between design and specialty fabrication

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(10/1/24 - 890)

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Peggy Smedley and Jayant Baliga, progress energy distinguished university professor, North Carolina State University, talk about the semiconductor device he invented 25 years ago and two new inventions he and his team are currently working on. He explains the power of the semiconductor device and what it does.

They also discuss:

• What sparked his invention and innovation.
• The next big thing he is working on to improve society.
• Advice he would offer to inspire the next generation.

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(10/1/24 - 890)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jayant Baliga, North Carolina State University

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Peggy Smedley and Ted Hall, founder and creative director, Spearhead, Josh Hall, partner and director of business development, Spearhead, and Ben Hall, partner and project manager, Spearhead, talk about their family business and what led to its launch. Ted says the company is specialty fabricators focused mostly on heavy timber construction.

They also discuss:

• The value advanced timber fabrication can offer the construction industry.
• Off-site fabrication and advancements in technology.
• The two types of work they engage in and the projects they do.

spearhead.ca 

(10/1/24 - 890)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ted Hall, Josh Hall, Ben Hall, Spearhead

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Why is the market for robotic surgical systems and their accessories on the rise? Peggy answers on the first segment and gives her thoughts on how organizations must prepare for this new era of work, explaining how the benefits are big, but the risks also need to be addressed.

She also discusses:

• The benefits of robotics in both healthcare and manufacturing, as two examples.
• Several specific case studies in medical.
• The biggest challenges that come with robots—including securing them—and what to do about it.

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(9/24/24 - 889)

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Laurent Boinot, power and utility Americas leader, Microsoft, and Peggy Smedley talk about how AI (artificial intelligence) is impacting the utilities industry. He says AI has been generating a lot of excitement, especially with the shift from “traditional” machine learning to generative AI, and this advancement brings new opportunities, but also some confusion.

They also discuss:

• How AI can contribute to a carbon-free future.
• Some examples of AI applications in the utilities sector.
• The importance of training and empowering the workforce.

microsoft.com/industry/energy 

(9/24/24 - 889)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Laurent Boinot, Microsoft

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Erin Sparnon, AI business integration strategist, ICA, and Peggy Smedley talk about who clinical engineers and healthcare technology managers are and what their relationship is to health AI (artificial intelligence). She says the AI technologies that are entering our clinical environment need to undergo similar risk management, governance, and troubleshooting as other technologies that clinical engineers and healthcare technology managers have been working on for years. 

They also discuss:

• Three flavors of how AI is showing up in medical devices.
• How AI-enabled medical technologies are intersecting with health equity.
• What we can do to promote more equitable healthcare AI.

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(9/24/24 - 889)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erin Sparnon, ICA

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Peggy talks about the burdens on those working healthcare and how technology can help come to their aid. She says digital transformation can help do more with less, reduce overall cost, and improve patient care. 

She also discusses:

• The opportunities that exist in healthcare with the rise of AI (artificial intelligence), machine learning, and deep learning.
• The reasons the implementation of AI has been slow in healthcare.
• Six steps for building trust in the age of AI.

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(9/17/24 - 888)

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Peggy Smedley and Casey Pittock, chief executive officer, Smart Meter, discuss big challenges facing the healthcare industry today and how technology can help solve some of these challenges. He shares his experience in the connected health space, including six exits valued at about $850 million.

They also discuss:

• An inflection point for providers, patients, and payers—and how technology can help.
• What type of data we can collect with remote patient monitoring—and why accuracy of data quality is so important.
• The next evolution of AI and machine learning in healthcare.

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(9/17/24 - 888)

 IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Casey Pittock, Smart Meter

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Peggy Smedley and Rob Tiffany, research director, IDC, talk about the IoT (Internet of Things) in manufacturing and beyond. He says the IoT is not an industry, it is a collection of enabling technologies—sensors, devices, etc.—to solve a problem. 

They also discuss:

• Examples of collecting data and taking action.
• How to identify how to secure the IoT in manufacturing.
• Who gets in trouble after a cyberattack.

idc.com 

(9/17/24 - 888)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rob Tiffany, Digital Insights

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Peggy talks about the medical robots’ market, looking at how this market has evolved in the past several decades. She says, today, we have an aging population, we are seeing more chronic diseases that need to be treated, we have a shortage of healthcare professionals, and the robotic technology is advancing, creating a perfect storm of opportunity.

She also discusses:

• The estimated revenue that will be generated in the medical robots’ market in 2024—and in 2029.
• A few examples in current medical systems today and the benefits they are seeing.
• Different types of medical robots including surgical, modular, autonomous mobile, and service, just to name a few.

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(9/10/24 - 887)

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Peggy Smedley and Corinne Koppel, global Oracle practice lead, IBM Consulting, discuss the strategy behind IBM Oracle services and the value it provides companies. She says gen AI (artificial intelligence) is disrupting everything and it is critical to prioritize and focus on what will bring value.

They also discuss:

• How much gen AI could rise the global GDP in the next 10 years—and the impact this will have on business.
• Examples of use cases in areas such as human resources and enterprise planning for budgeting and forecasting.
• The importance of ensuring AI is deployed effectively and responsibly.

IBV Paper Human Potential in Gen AI

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(9/10/24 - 887)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Corinne Koppel, IBM Consulting

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Peggy Smedley and Peter Lasensky, CEO, Command Post, talk about the challenge behind software silos in construction and how technology can help. He shares the challenges he had trying to run his construction company—and why he needed a dashboard.

They also:

• Discuss how much time is wasted reentering data and how workers can save time by improving cross-functional collaboration and alignment.
• Break down rev-ops (revenue operations) and what this means for the construction industry.
• Talk about his vision for the future of construction—and how technology fits into the conversation.

commandpost.ai 

(9/10/24 - 887)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Peter Lasensky, Command Post

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Peggy talks about the role of technology in healthcare today, narrowing in on AI (artificial intelligence). She explains how we can improve patient care while addressing healthcare’s biggest challenges today, like the workforce shortage.

She also discusses:

• How Americans feel about a healthcare provider relying on AI in their own healthcare.
• Examples of how AI can help in healthcare.
• Steps healthcare professionals need to take to ensure successful adoption of technology.

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(9/3/24 - 886)

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Peggy Smedley and Rob Tiffany, research director, IDC, talk about the IoT (Internet of Things) evolution and how everything unfolded from M2M to IoT. He explains how his early experiences led him to be a contrarian in the IoT space. 

They also discuss:

• How the power of the IoT is remotely knowing something.
• Industries that have seen success with the IoT.
• The rise of Gen AI, if it is all hype, and what comes next.

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(9/3/24 - 886)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rob Tiffany, Digital Insights

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Peggy Smedley and Josh Harbert, president, SustainableIT, discuss the rising importance of sustainability in IT (information technology). He says IT leaders should be centric in the sustainability discussion, but they appeared to be absent roughly three years ago.

They also discuss:

• Four pillars for how IT should operate.
• How sustainability in IT differs from other sustainability efforts.
• The biggest challenges faced in promoting sustainability within the IT sector.

sustainableit.org 

(9/3/24 - 886)

IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Josh Harbert, SustainableIT

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Peggy Smedley talks about what needs to happen next in order to move to a more autonomous future. She says there is a lot of investment, research, and development that still needs to be done before we reach Level 5, but we have a real opportunity to make our roads more efficient and safer.

She also discusses:

• The five different eras of autonomous vehicles.
• How many cars on the roads will be autonomous by 2040.
• A new plan that has been deployed to bring V2X (vehicle-to-everything) to roadways.

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Peggy Smedley and Simon Floyd, GM, manufacturing and mobility, Microsoft, talk about the current state of AI (artificial intelligence) in the manufacturing industry. He says we simply cannot have a conversation without AI at the moment, and it is something that manufacturers are asking for.

They also discuss:

• How quickly it is being implemented and the barriers to adoption.
• 7 steps companies can take now to build an AI strategy in manufacturing.
• Why data quality and governance are so important.

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Peggy digs into an interesting topic as it relates to EVs (electric vehicles)—that multiple industries are critical for their success. She shares her candid thoughts on some bold predictions for this space.

She also discusses:

• New research about electric vehicles and how different industries fit.
• Five of the biggest hurdles multiple industries need to work through together.
• How AI (artificial intelligence) can help in both industries and in the vehicles themselves.

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Peggy Smedley and Ani Aprahamian, Frank M. Freimann professor of physics, University of Notre Dame, talk about her research, energy conversion, and how nuclear energy fits into the equation. She says energy is essential to our lives and we have seen increased use of energy in the last 200 years.

They also discuss:

• How we can reach carbon goals.
• The process of changing energy from one form to another.
• If we are going to hit the climate goals that we talk about.

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Peggy Smedley and Ben Rau, director of digital platforms, Twisthink, talk about what is holding industries back from achieving the full potential of the IoT (Internet of Things). He says there has been incredible advancement with technology, but scale can be a challenge.

They also discuss:

• Specific applications for the Internet of Things.
• How technology can help solve problems for industries.
• The importance of going slow to go fast and obsessing over solving a challenge.

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Peggy Smedley looks at sustainability at the summer Olympics 2024. She says we all had a front row seat to some of the greatest athletic achievements and some of the greatest innovations of our time—and even if we didn’t know it, we were watching sustainability at work.

She also discusses:

• The irony considering Paris was home to the 2024 Olympics and is the place where the Paris Agreement was brought to fruition.
• A closer look at sustainability in both the Aquatics Centre and the Olympic Village.
• How the Olympics addressed food, transportation, and more.

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Peggy Smedley and Jasna Jankovic, professor, University of Connecticut, talk about what is considered clean energy. She says we need to consider how much energy we really spend and global use of energy, giving a perspective by the numbers and talking about how we must first address waste.

They also discuss:

• Trends related to materials science, engineering, and technologies.
• The role of education and training in the field.
• What the field needs to succeed.

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Peggy Smedley and Ryan Chacon, president and co-founder, PowerShades, talk about how automated shades have evolved in the past decade. He says one thing is it is becoming much more mainstream and there is more opportunity for DIY (do it yourself).

They also discuss:

• How automated shades integrate with other parts of the home like a smart thermostat.
• The benefits of automated shades.
• What makes this technology different from others.

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How has sustainability changed in the past 12 months? Peggy answers on The Peggy Smedley Show.  She urges that we need to look at sustainability more practically and we need to develop practical business strategies that are good for business and good for sustainability.

She also discusses:

• If sustainability investments have grown in the past two years—or remained flat.
• Examples of successful sustainability strategies in action.
• How to think about sustainability in a new way—and what specifically to focus on.

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Peggy Smedley and Brett Shively, CEO, ACI Learning, talk about where the IT training, learning, and development landscape is heading. He says it comes down to finding a delivery modality that works for the end user; you must meet the learner where they are.

They also discuss:

• The approach organizations must take to upskill their employees and how to invest in employee education.
• How employees learn best today.
• The role AI (artificial intelligence) can play in all of this.

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Peggy Smedley and Rachel Salamone, chief people officer, Boston Dynamics, talk about the hiring process and what it looks like for candidates. She says the company is not unique in what it looks for in candidates, rather it is universal, which is part of what makes the competition for talent so challenging. It looks for ability, aptitude, and attitude.

They also discuss:

• If Boston Dynamics use AI (artificial intelligence) tools in the screening process.
• How Boston Dynamics is attracting and interviewing the younger generation.
• How Boston Dynamics is addressing the hybrid work issue.

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Peggy talks about some of the top workforce trends companies need to keep an eye on today—and she highlights how technology fits into the equation. She journeys back to the year 2019, looking at remote trends before the pandemic and highlights how trends have unfolded in the past five years.

She also discusses:

• Six trends that leaders should being paying attention to.
• How to achieve greater employee engagement levels.
• The rise of hybrid and the new employee expectations.

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Peggy Smedley and Irena Grugulis, chair of work and skills, University of Leeds, U.K., talk about a worrying trend in work and training—and some alternatives. She talks about how many employers are limiting or narrowing jobs and, as a result, narrowing training for those jobs, which leads to training without much learning—and why this can be both successful and counterproductive.

They also discuss:

• Examples of industries using chatbots—and some concerning things to consider.
• One specific example: how firefighters actually use their discretion in practice.
• Lessons for elsewhere.

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