Author: Peggy Smedley
Peggy Smedley and David De Cremer, dean of D’Amore-McKim School of Business, Northeastern University, talk about his new book, The AI-Savvy Leader, which outlines nine ways to take back control and make AI work. He says an AI savvy leader refers to two big things. They also discuss: The definition of an AI savvy leader. Advice for business leaders. How fast AI leaders will adapt. daviddecremer.com (6/18/24 – 876) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, David De Cremer, Northeastern University This episode is…
The supply chain is only becoming more complex—and every disruption creates a ripple effect that impacts other players. At SAP Sapphire, Christian Klein, CEO, SAP, shined a light on the true challenges the supply chain is facing. Some at the event even suggest up to 97% of our supply chains got disrupted in the last two years. What is needed today more than ever is for supply chains to become more flexible to serve the personalized needs of consumers. Enter generative AI (artificial intelligence). Before we talk about the supply chain, let’s take a closer look at how technology has…
We are at a precipice where we need to rebuild much of our infrastructure, technology is advancing at a rapid rate, and we have a worker shortage that threatens to stall the construction industry—all while the cost of materials and labor do not show signs of slowing any time soon. With all this in mind, it begs the question, is optimism about the economy up or down? A recent report might shed some light into how executives at engineering firms view the economy. First, a primer. The ACEC Research Institute survey of 650 engineering firm executives looks at current and…
Peggy looks at recent sustainability predictions from the analysts, giving her thoughts on what will happen next and providing strategies for how companies will prepare. She says if countries, cities, and companies want to go net zero, it will require a significant shift—starting with design and ending with data. She also discusses: Two bold predictions related to manufacturers and water and air quality. How many organizations will manage hybrid cloud energy consumption with sustainability monitoring. New regulations around the world. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/11/24 – 875) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain,…
Peggy and Krishna Kumar, assistant professor, University of Texas at Austin, talk about the growing use of AI (artificial intelligence) and examples of where it is already making a difference. He says AI has exploded into the scene very recently since ChatGPT has come out and one of the big applications is being able to detect building damages. They also discuss: If AI can think for itself—what does the “I” in AI really mean. The ethics and bias in the AI models. The types of education that people will need with AI. caee.utexas.edu (6/11/24 – 875) IoT, Internet of Things,…
Peggy Smedley and Venkat Venkatraman, David J. Mcgrath Jr. professor of management at the Questrom School of Business, Boston University, talk about his book Fusion Strategy and what he means by the term. He says we chose the term very deliberately to highlight the fact that nearly every industry is going to intersect physical and digital domains, pointing to examples from the past. They also discuss: The four battlegrounds. Why this shift is difficult for so many companies? The rise of hyper personalization, the digital twin, and AI. management.bu.edu (6/11/24 – 875) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence,…
Every day my inbox is flooded with news and reports about gen AI (artificial intelligence). Some of it is interesting, some of it is innovative, some of it is inspiring, and some of it sounds far-fetched. Let’s look at some of the recent research. An interesting statistic passed my desk in May. It states nearly two out of three small business employees say AI can increase or retain headcount. Cox Business surveyed small business owners and employees on their view of the technology. The study found 52% of small business owners said AI enables them to increase or retain employees,…
Construction projects—specifically infrastructure projects—are becoming more complex than ever before. As Julien Moutte, CTO, Bentley Systems, recently told me on The Peggy Smedley Show, the demand on infrastructure has never been so high for many reasons, which he explains on the podcast. Here at Constructech, we have been talking about failing infrastructure around the world and in the United States, the need for greater resiliency and sustainability, and the need for greater security of our infrastructure systems. With the help of technology, there are opportunities to build infrastructure that is modern, resilient, and sustainable. However, building these projects is easier…
Peggy Smedley talks about the skills gap and looks at some of the top technology trends. She says resignations among healthcare workers have increased steadily, citing the most recent statistics compared to 2020. She also discusses: The impact of a skills gap on industries. The solution—or, better yet, solutions—to the skills gap. How AI (artificial intelligence) and digital transformation can help in healthcare. peggysmedleyshow.com (6/4/24 – 874) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If…
Peggy Smedley and Julien Moutte, CTO, Bentley Systems, talk about how generative AI (artificial intelligence) has evolved, specifically in construction and infrastructure. He says AI has been here for quite some time, but there was a tipping point recently and the technology has exploded in the last two years. They also discuss: The value of data and digital twins and the opportunities that exist for generative AI in construction. Examples of new technology on the jobsite that are creating a new flow of data from the field. How the industry can best prepare to use the technology. bentley.com Can GenAI…