Peter Rohde-Chen, Erik Walenza
Industrial IoT Spotlight
The Industrial IoT Spotlight Podcast shines a light on digital solutions that are impacting businesses today. Our mission is to feature the companies that are building the next generation of enterprise technologies, from architecture design to data management to business model innovation. Our hosts, Peter Rohde-Chen and Erik Walenza, are friends and entrepreneurs based in Shanghai, China. The Industrial IoT Spotlight is produced by Asia Growth Partners, a group of technology experts and business leaders, who help technology companies and corporates navigate technology development, implementati...
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Oct 28, 2025
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Episodes
EP 177 - How to automate on premise data center workflows 16.05.2023 46:04
In this episode, we talked with Rob Hirschfeld , CEO and founder of RackN . RackN connects the tools people use to manage infrastructure to workflow pipelines through seamless automation across IT systems, platforms, and applications. In this episode, we discussed the challenges of operating on-premise data centers and the need to automate processes as companies adopt edge computing. We also explo...
EP 176 - Transforming healthcare productivity with RTLS 09.05.2023 41:42
In this week's episode, we interviewed Scott Hondros , Vice President of Professional Services at CenTrak . CenTrak helps healthcare facilities create a safe, and efficient healthcare environment through the deployment of industry-leading real-time location systems. In this episode, we discussed how healthcare providers use IoT systems data to increase productivity, reduce operating costs and tran...
EP 175 - How AI co-pilots are transforming the factory floor 05.05.2023 39:11
For today's episode, we talked with Artem Kroupenev , Head of Strategy for Augury . Augury uses AI to detect machine failures before they occur by empowering the largest process manufacturers to integrate AI into their daily operations. In this talk, we discussed how AI co-pilots transform the factory floor by guiding maintenance, quality, and production decisions with highly accurate diagnostics....
EP 174- The future of low-code DevOp 25.04.2023 52:55
In this episode, we talked to Cory O'Daniel , CEO and co-founder at Massdriver . Massdriver helps engineers deploy best-practice cloud architectures with integrated observability and security without being a DevOps expert. In this talk, we discussed the evolution of DevOps and cloud computing and why traditional DevOps practices don't work well for many start-ups today. We also explored the promis...
EP 173 - How can you transition from passive to active safety 11.04.2023 35:45
This week, we interviewed Francesco Sammartin i, Managing Director of Advanced Microwave Engineering (AME) . AME provides end-to-end active safety solutions based on proprietary technology that helps companies achieve the highest level of safety for workers while maintaining operational efficiency. In this episode, we discussed the transition from passive safety, or minimizing damage, to active sa...
EP 172 - Building an affordable and scalable IoT network 04.04.2023 46:48
This week, we interviewed Johan Stokking , CTO and co-founder of The Things Industries . The Things Industries is the industry renown expert that provides an integrated chain of LoRaWAN products and services to help companies start building secured end-to-end solutions for themselves and their customers. In this episode, we discussed the value proposition of LoRaWAN and why it has survived and t...
EP 171 - Integrating operations and IT to secure medical devices 28.03.2023 44:53
Our guest for this week is Shankar Somasundaram, founder and CEO of Asimily. Asimily is a medical IoT risk mediation platform that holistically secures mission-critical healthcare devices through inventory detection, cybersecurity management, and procurement to operation support. In this episode, we discussed the unique challenges in securing the healthcare environment, from heterogeneous device f...
EP 170 - Affordable global coverage - from space 21.03.2023 46:00
This week, we interviewed Tarun Gupta , co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Skylo Technologies . Skylo provides cost-effective coverage from space across the world by building an ecosystem of satellite operators, cellular providers, and technology partners. We talked about IoT and consumer use cases for the satellite that matured today, as well as the trends that will continue to drive adopt...
EP 169 - API security for modern software services 14.03.2023 41:19
In this episode, we talked with Pat Clawson , chairman and CEO of Resurface Labs . Resurface Labs is a data-driven API security service that uses continuous API scanning to detect and respond to the attack in real-time. We talked about the growing importance of APIs in modern software architecture and the challenges companies face in managing hundreds or thousands of APIs. We also explored the un...
EP 168 - What is the workplace of the future 06.03.2023 49:21
In this episode, we talked with Stefan Schwab , CEO of Enlighted. Enlighted is a leading, human-centered prop-tech provider of IoT solutions for space optimization, building management, business productivity, and sustainability. In this talk, we discussed the two megatrends that are reshaping the office today, the need for a hybrid workforce and the drive for sustainable building operations. We...
EP 167 - Entering the era of AI super tools 27.02.2023 56:03
This week we interviewed Gabriel Rene , CEO of Verses . Verses is the company behind KOSM, the world's first network operating system for distributed intelligence. In this episode, we discussed the coming explosion of AI-based super-tools built on the converging maturation of AI, IoT, robotics, and AR, like ChatGPT. We also explored the challenges facing this technology development, ranging from t...
EP 166 - Rethink packing with smart 3D packing APIs 20.02.2023 43:07
In this episode, we talked with James Malley , co-founder and CEO of Paccurate. Paccurate provides containerization technology to the supply chain community that reduces cost, waste, and carbon consumption. We discussed how trends toward higher product mix e-commerce and sustainability awareness impact packaging and shipping. We also explore how smart 3D packing APIs are used to upgrade existing W...
EP 165 - How to collaborate over real-time operational data 17.02.2023 50:48
This week, our guest is Krzysztof Malicki , founder and CEO of TrustedTwin . TrustedTwin is an API-first solution for sharing real-time operation data with multiple partners powered by digital twins to build processes and enable services. In this episode, we discussed the technical and business challenges in collaborating with operational data, including ownership, access, and ledger tracking. We...
EP 163 - How is the cloud transforming lab operations 14.02.2023 49:42
This week, we interviewed Nathan Clark, founder of Ganymede. Ganymede is the cloud-native data platform for life science companies focusing on integrating physical lab instruments with digital workflows. In this episode, we discussed the challenge of integrating and automating processes in life science research labs and manufacturing facilities. We also explored what the lab in the future will l...
EP 162 - How user-centric design improves IoT deployment success 06.02.2023 50:19
Our guest for this week is Jared Huke , founder and CEO of Daito Design . Daito Design is a strategy, consulting, and design firm focused on creating impactful innovations for enterprises. In this episode, we talked about how user-centric design can improve the success of IoT solution deployment in the energy sector. We also explored the complex interactions between user experience, business desig...
EP 161 - How to maintain data quality across systems 01.02.2023 58:30
This week, our guest is Malcolm Hawker , Chief Data Officer of Profisee . Profisee is a cloud-native master data management solution that helps enterprises solve data quality and governance issues. In this talk, we discussed the challenges related to data management, from integration between systems to standardizing workflows. We also explored how blockchain can impact data governance by making it...
EP 162 - How do you scale IoT globally and affordably 13.01.2023 52:58
This week, we interviewed Ivo Rook , Chief Operating Officer and President of 1NCE . 1NCE is a leading provider of connectivity and software for IoT at a global flat rate. They offer fast, secure, and reliable cellular connectivity and services in more than 110 countries. In this episode, we discussed trends in IoT adoption and the telecommunications industry that enabled the 1NCE business model t...
EP 159 - How to reliably connect 100 million devices 10.01.2023 38:14
This week, our guest is Dominik Obermaier, CTO of HiveMQ. HiveMQ helps companies connect devices to the internet by enabling fast, secure, efficient, scalable, and reliable bi-directional data movement between devices and the Cloud. In this talk, we dive deep into the IoT protocol landscape as we focus on MQTT and the surrounding standards in enabling software. We also explored the critical role o...
EP 158 - Embed security and data visibility throughout the product lifecycle 09.01.2023 43:19
In this episode, we spoke with Natali Tshuva , co-founder and CEO of Sternum . Sternum provides cybersecurity and data visibility throughout the product life-cycle process using embedded self-protection and monitoring solutions for resource-constrained devices. We discussed the cybersecurity threat landscape for IoT devices and why hacking a device is significantly easier than securing a device...
EP 157 - How does security compliance impact sales 30.12.2022 43:46
This week, our guest is Justin Beals , CEO and co-founder at Strike Graph . Strike Graph is a compliance SAS solution that simplifies security certifications such as SOC 2, ISOO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS compliance. In this episode, we discussed the importance of an effective compliance program for technology companies to meet customer requirements and reduce the time to close sales. We also explo...
EP 156 - How do you manage petaflops of IoT data 19.12.2022 41:31
In this episode, we interviewed Matan Libis , VP of Product at SQream . SQream provides an analytics platform that minimizes Total Time to Insight (TTTI) for time-sensitive data, on-prem and on-the-cloud. In this talk, we discussed the value of modern database architecture for extracting insights from petaflops of data. We also explored the merger of traditional data warehouses with data lakes i...
EP 155 - How AI Can Democratize Healthcare 05.12.2022 43:38
In this episode, we talked with Robin Farmanfarmaian . Robin is a professional speaker and healthcare entrepreneur. She is also the author of " How AI can democratize healthcare? " In this talk, we discussed AI's role in the shifting landscape of healthcare delivery towards telemedicine and healthcare. We also explored the interfaces between traditional healthcare products and service providers wi...
EP 154 - How are data marketplaces streamlining data monetization 22.11.2022 46:32
Our guest this week is Nick Jordo n, founder and CEO of Narrative . Narrative is a category creating company that has redefined data commerce by helping organizations acquire and monetize data more efficiently. In this talk, we deep dived into data monetization, from common use cases to marketplace pricing mechanisms and data quality assurance. We also explored how large, mature companies can mon...
EP 153 - How are retail brands adopting IoT to engage consumers 21.11.2022 47:53
This week we interviewed Cameron Worth , CEO and co-founder of SharpEnd . SharpEnd is an IoT agency and SaaS platform that supports CPG brands in connecting non-digital consumer products. In this talk, we discussed using QR codes, NFC, and augmented reality to drive consumer engagement and generate market insights. We also explored the challenges involved in rolling out large scale IoT campaigns...
EP 152 - How can process manufacturing use AI for system-wide optimization 08.11.2022 47:28
This week we interviewed Jag Gattu , founder and CEO of UptimeAI . UptimeAI is an artificial intelligence-based plant monitoring software that combines predictive maintenance with explainable failure modes, recommendations, and self-learning workflows to mitigate equipment failures and performance loss in process industries. In this episode, we talked about the current state of artificial intellig...
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