Author: Peggy Smedley
Imagine this: In a manufacturing plant, workers can do picks without getting off their vehicles. They have a forklift they are driving, and they can get the next picking instruction while still driving because they can scan the barcode from a distance. Or what about this: Wind turbine workers can climb up and down and leave the laptop on the ground. At the same time, technology is self-documenting, and the reports are creating themselves. This is what the future of work will look like with the help of assisted-reality wearables for frontline workers. Assisted reality is a non-immersive experience and…
Peggy defines digital twin and explores how it will help rebuild our cities and our infrastructure. She says 2022 will be a year of digital transformation and rebuilding our cities and infrastructure—all while keeping sustainability in mind. She also discusses: How digital twin will help construction build safer and more efficiently. The importance of good security practices. What needs to happen next when building this infrastructure. peggysmedleyshow.com (1/4/22 – 752) 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 Greg Bentley, CEO, Bentley Systems, talk about going digital in infrastructure—and how it became essential during the pandemic and how there is now a new opportunity with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. He says this year of infrastructure is the year of concerns about environmental along with economic considerations. They also discuss: Why digital twins are important on new projects—but are also important on existing projects. Examples of projects such as a solar one. The importance of an open-source toolkit. bentley.com (1/4/22 – 752) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital…
Peggy talks about mobility—addressing digital transformation in both our cities and our vehicles. She talks about what has evolved in the past year, the current state of the market, and then looks to the future of mobility. She also discusses: The current strain on our cities’ infrastructure systems and what needs to be done about it. What it might look like to reimagine travel. The challenges and opportunities that exist with automated vehicles. peggysmedleyshow.com (12/21/21 – 751) 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 Sanjay Ravi, general manager of automotive, mobility & transportation industry, Microsoft, discuss a year in review and look forward. He says it has been an interesting year in automotive—and the industry has faced impact from the pandemic and the semiconductor shortage. Despite all the challenges, the industry has remained very resilient. They also discuss: Some of the top partnerships from 2021. The importance of software-defined vehicles and open ecosystems. What you can expect from CES in 2022. microsoft.com/automotive (12/21/21 – 751) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G…
Peggy celebrates 750 episodes of the show by exploring technology: past, present, and future. She says we have made a lot of progress in the past decade-plus since the show first launched and that we can’t simply look to the future. Rather, we need to consider our past, present, and future. We need to look back to look forward. She also discusses: Some of the top technologies from the year 2008. What the “ghost of technology present” would see today. What is predicted for the years ahead, narrowing in on artificial intelligence and digital twins. peggysmedleyshow.com (12/14/21 – 750) IoT,…
Peggy and Adam Klatzkin, VP, iTwin platform, Bentley Systems, and Sheena Gaynes, director, business development, partnerships, programs, iTwin platform, Bentley Systems, talk all about the data tsunami that exists today and how digital twins can help. They define digital twins and give examples. They also discuss: Three key differences between iTwin and some of the other digital twin technologies. How Bentley Systems is helping developers as they create solutions. The MOMENTUM series that kicks off in January. Developer.bentley.com (12/14/21 – 750) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability,…
Peggy and Mike Kelly, senior research analyst, Guidehouse Insights, talk about the shakeup with renewable energy. He says solar is going to be a driving force in North America, both at the utilities scale and behind the meter on rooftops—that is the real paradigm shift. They also discuss: How to facilitate a green energy future. How utilities are evolving into services companies and being more innovative with the products and services they sell. How AI and machine learning can do what used to require a hardware device. guidehouseinsights.com (12/14/21 – 750) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine…
Peggy shares her thoughts on the latest events and happenings from AWS re:Invent, including the cloud, AI (artificial intelligence), machine learning, data analytics, and more. She narrows in on what the tech giant is doing with partners. She also discusses: The five partner paths. Intel and AWS’ City on the Cloud Experience. Specific examples and case studies of tech in business. peggysmedleyshow.com (12/7/21 – 749) 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 Elizabeth Parks, president, Parks Associates, talk about how technology is disrupting us in both a good way and a bad way. Parks says the pandemic has forever changed business and consumer lives—and broadband and connectivity are going to play a bigger role going forward. They also discuss: How every vertical that touches the consumer is being disrupted by the pandemic. How smart, sustainable products are still an emerging and fragmented market. Skills that are needed as technology continues to advance. parksassociates.com (12/7/21 – 749) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation,…