Author: Peggy Smedley
Peggy and Jeff Butler, CEO, LIFESIMPLE, explains how the company is converging the online with the offline with a rewards program. He says technology enables profit off of people and their information but doesn’t do enough to help people in their communities—and he is trying to change that. They also discuss: The three-phase rollout for its program. An example of an area struggling with education and how the life rewards can help. 15 strategic affiliations and partnerships that are in the works. lifesimple.com (07.06.21 – #727) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation,…
Peggy argues there is no such thing as a talent crunch in the technology space. She says the number of job openings reached a series high of 8.1 million on the last business day of March. The real challenge is employers are experiencing a disconnect with how they source and select their talent. She also discusses: Why we need good talent today. Four current trends in talent management. New opportunities with a diverse and inclusive workforce—and technology. peggysmedleyshow.com (06.29.21 – #726) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability,…
Peggy and Kristina Swallow, director, Nevada Dept. of Transportation and former ASCE president, talk about how to make our infrastructure resilient. Swallow says we need to be thinking about and considering sustainability with new technologies, approaches, and materials. They also discuss: How much money could be saved with pre-disaster mitigation and preparedness. Why we need to figure out how to move people differently if we want to meet climate goals. Why it is important to invest now and improve the grade of infrastructure. dot.nv.gov (06.29.21 – #726) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital…
Peggy and Russ Martin, senior director of policy and government relations, GHSA (Governors Highway Safety Assn.), talk about how to reduce accidents and distracted driving. He gives some ideas about how to protect everyone on the road. They also discuss: The incidents that happen with construction workers. The pros and cons to autonomous vehicles. What can be done to raise awareness of distracted driving. ghsa.org (06.29.21 – #726) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Russ Martin, GHSA, Governors Highway Safety Assn.
Peggy and Graciela Chichilnisky, co-founder and CEO, Global Thermostat, and author, Reversing Climate Change, talk about what is happening in climate change. Chichilnisky says we have been over extracting and overusing resources, which means we use the atmosphere as a dump for carbon dioxide. They also discuss: Why climate change is not a physical problem. Solar energy is lower cost than any other energy. How to remove CO2 from the atmosphere. globalthermostat.com/ (06.29.21 – #726) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Graciela Chichilnisky,…
Peggy talks about how technology can make cities more circular in a sustainable world. She says the potential value unlocked by AI (artificial intelligence) in helping design out waste in a circular economy for food, as an example, is up to $127 billion a year in 2030. She also discusses: Three main ways AI can enable a circular economy. Examples of how companies have reduced ewaste. How AI can give our cities and urban planners to ability to improve quality of services and manage resources better. peggysmedleyshow.com (06.22.21 – #725) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning,…
Peggy and David Patterson, pardee professor of computer science, Emeritus, University of California at Berkeley, talk about RISC and how it brings openness to hardware design. He says in the beginning ease of use was the top priority with technology, and now we are paying the price with security. They also discuss: Why testing can reveal the presence of bugs but can’t reveal the absence of bugs. How RISC lets someone do security themselves. How to inspire the next generation. berkeley.edu (06.22.21 – #725) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain,…
Peggy and Scott Schober, president/CEO, Berkeley Varitronics Systems and Gary Berman, host, the “CyberHero Adventures Show,” talk about Colonial Pipeline, weak passwords, and how humans are cyber compliant. Schober says secure what you can secure and backup that data. Berman explains how he pivoted from being a victim to an advocate. They also discuss: Who cyber criminals are. How to avoid becoming a victim. The importance of backups and doing simple things to improve your cyber stance. scottschober.com (06.22.21 – #725) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability,…
Peggy talks about the importance of transparency of data in facilities management and the new, emerging facility manager. She says these individuals are very socially engaged and mobile ready. She also discusses: The new age of outsourcing in our cities. The rise of wellness, health, and catering to the different needs of workers. How the different generations adapt to change, apply their technical know-how, and work-to-solve issues of the times. peggysmedleyshow.com (06.15.21 – #724) 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 Don Vaughn, head of product, Invisibly, talk about shopping habits, brand loyalty, and a new survey. He says 72% of people are more likely to shop at a store that gave their employees extra pay during COVID-19. They also discuss: How people are starting to consider how ethical brands are and brand equity—how they treat their workers. How all generations have a similar mindset about brand equity. If brand equity changes with genders. invisibly.com (06.15.21 – #724) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of…