Author: Peggy Smedley
Kammy Sanghera, executive director Institute for Digital Innovation and professor of information sciences and technology, George Mason University, and Peggy talk about how digital innovation is making data centers more sustainable. She says it is an ever-changing field and it focuses a lot on workforce programs. They also discuss: How universities are preparing students for data infrastructure jobs. Why it is increasingly important for universities to have a structured program for data centers. Examples of how others can get involved. idia.gmu.edu (4/2/24 – 865) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain,…
Joann Halpern, director of the Hasso Plattner Institute, New York and adjunct associate professor of international education at New York University, and Peggy Smedley talk about design thinking and how it can be used in our lives. She says design thinking is a human-centered process that is used to find innovative solutions to problems. They also discuss: The steps to follow to design your life. Why is all this important for future goals. How is this shaping the future of work and the way we live? hpi.de/en/school-of-design-thinking/design-thinking (4/2/24 – 865) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning,…
In the past 5-10 years, from a design standpoint, we are starting to see manufacturers bring in and accelerate the amount of digital content in a vehicle, which causes a convergence of the classic mechanical and materials design with software design. With this, we are seeing greater integration of automotive design more closely with manufacturing, all driven by Industry 4.0 and AI (artificial intelligence). This comes at the perfect time too because automakers are feeling the pressure to deliver cars faster than ever before. This is precisely the conversation I had recently with John Reed, global solutions leader, manufacturing &…
In 2024, we are seeing a resurgence of even more repetitive tasks being replaced by new technologies, creating a shift in the way we work. This is producing a new open work environment, giving the worker of tomorrow more flexibility over their work schedule, while also creating a safer, more collaborative jobsite for everyone. Our research report Who Is the Worker of Tomorrow reveals technology is driving the world forward in new and exciting ways. When it comes to the use of technology in the construction industry, we see Gen Z workers looking more intently at companies who are putting…
Peggy talks about the rise of hackers targeting our critical infrastructure—with a focus on the healthcare sector. She says the most recent incident is a reminder of the connected nature of a healthcare system—and it points to the urgency of strengthening cybersecurity and resiliency. She also discusses: The impact of one of the most recent examples. Steps to take to protect data before and after an attack occurs. How AI (artificial intelligence) can help—and how many millions of dollars it can save. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/26/24 – 864) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation,…
John Reed, global solutions leader, manufacturing & mobility industries, Microsoft, and Peggy Smedley talk about how AI (artificial intelligence) is transforming the automotive industry—and the transformation in the digital engineering side of automotive design. He also gives an update on the SDV space (software-defined vehicle) space. They also discuss: The implication of integration of design more closely with manufacturing. The digital thread that runs through the entire value chain. The convergence of classical mechanical material design with software development. Microsoft for Automotive Accelerate Automotive Transformation with New Solutions from Microsoft (3/26/24 – 864) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial…
Research shows 93% of people acknowledge the future of work is facing remarkable transformation. Shifting attitudes are reshaping a more normalized work culture both for individuals and for organizations, as technology becomes adopted and plays a greater role. This is precisely what we have found in our research report Who Is the Worker of Tomorrow? Now is the time to spend some time getting to know who the worker of tomorrow is. It is time to learn about their needs and wants. By learning about who they are, businesses can craft a business strategy for a better tomorrow. The detailed…
Traditional work cultures and paradigms are shifting very rapidly. Both employers and workers recognize a transformation is underway. Roughly 65% of workers state the emergence of technology is having a profound impact on the workplace, as the paucity of workers continues to hamper industries across the globe, according to our soon-to-be-released worker survey. Today, let’s consider an example in the construction industry. Olsson Roofing Co., has specialized in the maintenance, installation, and repair of commercial and industrial roofing systems and architectural sheet metal for more than 100 years. The company works on a variety of projects such as green roofing,…
Peggy explains how new demand for generative AI (artificial intelligence) requires greater power—and data centers must evolve alongside all of this. She explains how we are tasked with building sustainable, innovative data centers. She also discusses: How data centers are being designed and optimized. How to keep sustainability front and center. What comes next for data centers. peggysmedleyshow.com (3/19/24 – 863) 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 you enjoyed this segment, please consider…
Peggy and Alex Daglis, assistant professor at the School of Computer Science, Georgia Tech, talk about how data centers enable online services at massive scale—and how data center design considerations have evolved in the last few years. He says data centers are the workhorses behind everything digital today, describing the size of data centers. They also discuss: The three sources of growth for data centers. If the explosion of artificial intelligence and machine learning will change practices. Why sustainability has become an increasingly more important topic. scs.gatech.edu (3/19/24 – 863) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning,…