Author: Peggy Smedley
Peggy Smedley and Elad Inbar, founder and CEO, RobotLAB and author, Our Robotics Future, talk about robotics and a book that can serve as a guide for business owners looking to embed robotics into their business. He says robots are very mission specific. He also shares the reason business owners are automating tasks. They also discuss: The topic of robots potentially replacing humans. The impact of the widening labor gap and the industries impacted. The opportunities robots provide—and the transition timeline we can expect. RobotLAB.com (4/15/25 – 916) What You Might Have Missed: Where’s Your Robot? Collaborating with Robots Today…
By now we have all heard about the Trump Administration’s tariffs and other changing economic factors and how it will have an impact on the construction industry. Truthfully, it is a constantly changing, moving target, and in just a few short months, there have certainly been ups and downs. For today’s blog, let’s look at what all these market changes will mean to the construction industry and the industries that supply materials. The best way to understand how current economic factors will impact industries such as construction and supply materials is to start by looking backward. Robert Gulotty, an associate…
The IoT (Internet of Things) has been around for decades—and here at Connected World we have been covering the space since before Kevin Ashton uttered the three-word phrase. I am sure many of you are asking who? That is how fast things change, and we move to the next acronym(s). Now we are hearing all about gen AI (artificial intelligence) and how it is going to completely alter the way we work. The question now becomes: How do these two come together and what will this all ultimately mean for the future of work? What Is the IoT? First, let’s…
Peggy talks about the impact of the IoT (Internet of Things) on the manufacturing industry, sharing the opportunities that exist to transform business. She explains how manufacturers can best prepare for what comes next. She also discusses: What challenges exist in manufacturing today that technology can help solve. How many industrial manufacturers globally are planning to increase their technology investment by 20% or more in the coming years. Key questions manufacturers need to be asking when aligning people, process, and technology. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/8/25 – 915) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity,…
Peggy Smedley and Lily Elefteriadou, distinguished professor of civil engineering, University of Florida, talk about the major innovations shaping transportation. She says AI (artificial intelligence) is impacting transportation including the autonomous vehicle and infrastructure—but the creativity will still need to come from humans. They also discuss: How AI and autonomous vehicles will come together. The importance of partnership and collaboration in transportation, which is interdisciplinary. What the university is doing to advance workforce development in transportation. transportation.institute.ufl.edu (4/8/25 – 915) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future…
Peggy Smedley and Matthew Weinzierl, professor, Harvard Business School, and Brendan Rosseau, strategy manager, Blue Origin, talk about an upcoming NASA space mission and the impact on the space industry. Rosseau says things are moving fast in the space industry and shares about returning to the moon to spark a permanent lunar presence. Weinzierl says going to the moon in the 1960s was inspirational, but we got stuck. They also discuss: Having a permanent presence on the moon. The importance of creativity and the “a” in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) in the space industry. The current competitive…
Construction injuries cost the industry roughly $11.5 billion per year, according to the National Institutes of Health. One type of concern and collision the industry must consider is car crashes. These collisions can cause harm to those working on road construction projects—and they can also cause serious dangers for those driving to and from sites. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, so it’s a perfect time to reexamine the risks associated with driving distracted while working. The Risks of Distracted Driving at Work The NSC (National Safety Council) suggests you are four times as likely to crash when using a…
From energy to broadband, our nation has many categories of critical infrastructure that need to be strong and secure. Our infrastructure impacts every American, every community, and even every industrial process. Good, reliable, and resilient infrastructure has a positive impact on our lives, while weak infrastructure will certainly have dire consequences. “America’s infrastructure is the foundation on which our national economy, global competitiveness, and quality of life depend,” says Darren Olson, chair of ASCE’s (American Society of Civil Engineers) committee on America’s Infrastructure, which is the committee that writes and advises on the Infrastructure Report Card. He is also a…
Peggy looks at the history of distracted driving in the United States—and shares her thoughts on the most dangerous form of distracted driving and what needs to happen next. She says distracted driving is dangerous and far too many lives have been lost. She also: Explores research that was done in the 1960s. Discusses some hard numbers related to distracted driving. Identifies what we can all do to lead by example. peggysmedleyshow.com Watch on YouTube (4/1/25 – 914) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work,…
Peggy Smedley and Reddy Mallidi, AI strategist, COO, chief AI officer, and author of AI Unleashed, talk about three use cases for AI (artificial intelligence): manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and city financials. He says he hears a lot of big companies are still only nibbling on the edges of AI. They also discuss: The value, benefits, and major takeaways from these examples. The importance of starting small and learning very quickly. How businesses can apply these examples to their own business practices. reddymallidi.com (4/1/25 – 914) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain,…