Author: Peggy Smedley
Peggy Smedley talks about what businesses need to do to keep vacant jobs filled. She narrows in on one vertical segment—construction—but the strategies and trends that she suggests apply to nearly every vertical market today. She also discusses: How many workers will need to be attracted to construction this year and next. How many contractors believe training the next generation is the industry’s most critical need. Three big potential solutions to the challenges that exist with the workforce today. peggysmedleyshow.com (11/1/22 – 795) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G,…
Peggy Smedley and Teresa Domenech Aparisi, associate professor in industrial ecology and the circular economy, University College London, talk about the basics of the circular economy. She says to define the circular economy we need to step backwards and define our current economy and how it looks from a material point of view. They also discuss: If our current system is sustainable. Why we aren’t seeing more circularity. If companies will fall back to old habits. ucl.ac.uk (11/1/22 – 795) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future…
Peggy welcomes Loren McDonald, CEO, EVAdoption, back to the show to talk about plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and if it will have an impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. He talks about BEVs (battery electric vehicles) vs. PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles) and says the beauty of plug-in hybrids is several fold including the battery is much smaller. They also discuss: The people who are buying EVs today. The biggest message for consumers today regarding EVs. The greatest need for EVs and the three things that need to happen next. evadoption.com (11/1/22 – 795) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley,…
State by state, we are seeing more rollout out plans for EV (electric vehicle) infrastructure. Here in my home state of South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster recently signed an executive order, which formalizes the governor’s efforts to coordinate the future rollout of the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure. The Governor announced Executive Order 2022-31 that: Designates an EV Coordinator to serve as a “one stop” resource for the public, business community, and industry stakeholders on EV related issues.Coordinates implementation of strategic initiatives designed to prioritize/enhance ongoing economic development and recruitment efforts by identifying, encouraging, and incentivizing EV and automotive manufactures to…
Total construction starts decreased 19% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.02 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. In September, nonresidential building starts dropped 23%, residential starts fell 11%, and nonbuilding starts declined by 25%. As I always say, during a downturn, we need to improve our business processes and heighten efficiencies—and one of the best ways to do that is with technology. Dodge aims to help construction companies become more efficient with its new platform Dodge Construction Central 2.0, which offers realtime insights, builds new relationships, and accelerates decision making. “Dodge Construction Central 2.0 came to…
We have made a lot of progress with sustainability in the last few years in our businesses, but many are still in the nascent phase of sustainability. We are now discovering that while many organizations have very good intentions these days, the actions don’t always match the intent. This month there were three different studies released that address sustainability in businesses. 451 Research, a part of S&P Market Intelligence, released a paper that revealed a perception-versus-reality dilemma with enterprise organizations believing their sustainability programs are more advanced than they actually are. Here we see the main drivers of sustainability is…
Peggy talks all about how businesses can create a roadmap for sustainability. She dives into the topic of sustainability in business and talks about how the results of three new reports reveal a disconnect between intent and action. She also discusses: The biggest challenges we face with regards to sustainability in our businesses today. Two steps we can take to create a more sustainable business. An example of how technology can help renewable farm owners. peggysmedleyshow.com (10/25/22 – 794) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of…
Peggy and John Dyck, CEO, CESMII, and Jeannine Kunz, chief workforce development officer, SME, join the show to talk about the Smart Manufacturing Executive Council. He says we have been working for a while now to pull together a think tank of manufacturing leaders that we believe will help us advance the cause of smart manufacturing. She says both organizations are built on members and mutual interest can leverage all this industry experience to lift the entire ecosystem. They also discuss: The need for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing—and the challenges we still face. Where we are now 11 years…
We say it all the time: Today’s homeowner is more tech-savvy than those of the past. And we have the numbers to prove it. Roughly 37% of U.S. internet households own a smart-home device, with each owning an average of eight devices. Such devices include smart video doorbells, smart light bulbs, smart thermostats, smart smoke/CO detectors, smart door locks, smart plugs, smart garage door openers, and more. This is all according to a recent survey by Parks Associates, which studies home habits. One interesting part of the survey answers the question: What does move-in ready mean for a homebuyer? The…
Peggy Smedley talks all about manufacturing and distribution and one of the greatest concerns in the industry—hiring. She cites statistics from a recent report and determines how to appeal to a younger generation of workers. She also discusses: Reasons why Generation Z is not interested in manufacturing—and what they are interested in. The two-fold solution to the labor shortage in manufacturing. If automation can help with hiring. peggysmedleyshow.com (10/18/22 – 793) 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…