Author: Peggy Smedley
Peggy talks about how Specialty Publishing has recognized women for more than two decades. She shares how the company has shined a light on their achievements in the hopes they would be a beacon for other women. She also discusses: How the numbers are very telling. How the awards have opened a new, expansive door for more women. And what’s ahead for the future. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/7/22 – 774) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, women, STEM, next generation This episode is available on…
Peggy and Joe Carvalko, chair of the technology and ethics working research group, interdisciplinary center for bioethics, Yale University, and adjunct professor of law, science, and technology, Quinnipiac University School of Law, talk about pharmaco-electronics or electroceuticals. He says we have to develop an ear for the new ways in which we express technical concepts. They also discuss: How the idea of pharmaco-electronics has to do with how our world of electronics have infiltrated medical science in a way we have not seen before. What has happened during the period of COVID with the move to seeing patients online. An…
Peggy and Sheila Hollis, United States Energy Assn., talk about microgrids and the big grid—and how it is comprised of several parts. She says power does not flow magically from hydropower in New York out to California where there is a dry spell. They also discuss: Different forms of energy like wind and solar. How much coal is used today—and how that percentage has evolved. How the war in Ukraine impacts domestic energy and consumer prices. usea.org (6/7/22 – 774) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future…
Prefabrication—or off-site manufacturing—can accelerate construction projects, reduce costs, and improve health and safety, with some reports suggesting modular construction accounts for 30-50% time savings over more traditional counterparts. So, then, why isn’t the use of it more widespread? Let’s take a closer look at the future of it, and how technologies can help move the needle forward. The global modular construction market size was valued at $84.4 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 6.4% from 2021 to 2028, according to Grand View Research. Much of the demand comes from affordable housing…
With the cost of electric bills and energy rising, many homeowners are seeking out ways to reduce consumption. One area we can save energy is with the right lighting, which accounts for roughly 15% of an average home’s electricity use. Perhaps one of the best ways to save energy costs each year is by switching to LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. The U.S. DOE (Dept. of Energy) suggests the average household can save roughly $225 in energy costs per year by making the switch. In fact, it suggests this is one of the fastest ways to cut energy bills. Residential LEDs…
Last week, at Microsoft’s Build event, the technology company made many big announcements such as Project Volterra, Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform, and Microsoft Dev Box, among many others. I covered these in-depth yesterday on The Peggy Smedley Show and shared my thoughts about the impact it will have. Perhaps one of the best ways to explore this is with a case study, and since our topic of discussion for the month of May is healthcare, let’s look at one example. We all know the COVID-19 pandemic has exasperated the healthcare industry. Some stats suggest more than 6 million people in…
Peggy talks all about data and the news to come out of Microsoft’s Build event last week. She says data is a very big consideration these days—and this can be seen through all the announcements that came out of the event. She also discusses: Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform—and the impact this will have on ecommerce as one example. Project Volterra—and the value of an open hardware ecosystem for Windows. Microsoft Dev Box—and how developers will be able to code quicker. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/31/22 – 773) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain,…
Peggy and Laura Black, author and editor at large, Specialty Publishing Media, talk about the new book, Becoming Resilient Parents, and why Black chose to write the book now. They also discuss why resiliency is so important today—both in parenting and in business. They also discuss: Two foundational principles for resilient parents. The four to flourish. Time management principles that work in both business and parenting. lauraanneblack.com (5/31/22 – 773) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Laura Black, Specialty Publishing Media This episode…
Peggy and Sheila Hollis, acting executive director, United States Energy Assn., discuss the energy crisis in the United States and across the globe. She says it is heartbreaking in many parts of the world still. If you look to India, the temperatures are 104-114 many days and air conditioning does not exist. They also discuss: Two existential questions facing the energy environment. The history of hydroelectric power and the Federal Power Act. The challenges with energy, specifically in the United States. usea.org (5/31/22 – 773) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity,…
Is the housing market still heating up or is it slowing down? Will it continue picking up speed? Or will it grind to a halt? The most recent NAHB (National Assn. of Home Builders)/Wells Fargo HMI (housing market index) points to some interesting trends. The HMI is based on a monthly survey of NAHB members, and it is designed to take the pulse of the single-family housing market into account. The survey asks respondents to rate market conditions for various components. Here is a more in-depth look at how it works. The index is a weighted average of three separate…