Industrial IoT Spotlight

In this episode, we discuss different strategies for developing innovative new business ventures outside of the traditional organization. We also explore the corporate innovation valleys of death that good ideas must overcome in order to mature into viable long term businesses, and why sometimes being successful is as risky as failing.  Our guest today is  Markus   Anding , Managing Partner of Exc...

In this episode, we discuss technical advances that make it possible to deploy LoRaWAN networks globally using next generation satellites. We also explore the decision criteria for determining when to use a terrestrial LoRaWAN network, a satellite network, or another alternative such as 5G. Our guest today is  Rémi Lorrain, Chair of the LoRa Alliance Operator Community and LoRaWAN Networks Directo...

In this episode, we discuss the current state of ultra-low power and batteryless wireless solutions for consumers and industry. We also explore the decision criteria for determining which solution is the right fit based on total cost of ownership, form factor, features and connectivity requirements.   Our guest today is Srinivas Pattamatta, Vice President at Atmosic technologies. Atmosic is a fabl...

In this episode, we discuss the Eclipse Foundation's recently published IoT and Edge commercial adoption survey, which is released every two years. We explored edge computing adoption trends, future investment plans, common implementation challenges and changing perspectives on the dynamics between edge and cloud.   Our guest today is Frederic Desbiens, program manager of IoT and edge computing at...

In this episode we discuss the value of integrating IoT connectivity with device management and we also explore the uses of edge applications and best practices for keeping edge deployment secure and reliable.   Our guest today is Ed Hemphill, head of edge ecosystems at Pelion. Pelion is a division of Arm that provides secure global cellular connectivity and feature rich management for any IoT dev...

In this episode, we discuss the rapidly evolving space ecosystem and the challenges being created by an explosion in satellite launches. We also explore how data provided by satellites will increasingly drive business innovation for a wide range of industries from shipping to farming.   Luca Rossettini is the CEO of D-Orbit. D-Orbit develops solutions that enable the optimisation of operations for...

In this episode, we discuss the role of eSIM and of the new iSIM in establishing a certificate based security chain from production through the entire device lifecycle. We also explored how iSIM can enable smaller form factors reduce cost and improve battery life on IoT devices by consolidated functionality on to fewer chips. Vincent Konstanje is the CEO of Kigen. Kigen was founded by Arm and focu...

In this episode, we discuss new features being launched by bluetooth including long range mode, high speed mode and mesh networking. We also explore the many uses of bluetooth for direction finding, using angle of arrival and angle of departure. Mohammad Afeneh is the Bluetooth Developer Advocate at Bluetooth SIG. Bluetooth SIG, or Special Interests Group is the standards organisation that oversee...

In this episode we discuss the importance of specilized processors for enabling machine vision on the edge. We also explore ways that edge processing can lead to cost reduction and improved performance for tasks such as inspection and quality assurance.   Orr Danon is the CEO of Hailo. Hailo specialises in Artificial intelligence, processors to deliver data centre class performance to edge devices...

In this episode we discuss the important role low code platforms have in reducing the time and cost to deploy an IoT system and we also explore diverse use cases for edge data and machine learning to improve sustainability, efficiency, safety and overall profitability. Lucas Funes and Cecilia Flores are CEO & COO of Webee. Webee's low-code platform lets business users in manufacturing, agriculture...

In this episode, we discuss the cybersecurity threat factor landscape and the growing security risk of data generated by IoT devices. The importance of spending as much as possible in problem space and thinking from the perspective of a hacker.   Gabe is the Chief Innovation Officer at Spirion. Spirion is the critical first step toward data privacy and security. We build and deliver the most accur...

In this episode, we discuss the use of machine health platforms to solve critical issues with machines in industrial manufacturing, and the tradeoffs between the traditional rules based systems and machine learning approaches.   Jeremy is the Co-Founder and CEO of KCF Technologies. KCF Technologies is a technology development company bringing embedded intelligence, especially wireless condition mo...

In this episode, we discuss the existing suite of IoT development tools available, and the trade offs between the leading infrastructure providers. We also explore the evolution of IoT development from bottom up engineer led projects to top down strategic initiatives. Rob is the CTO of ThingLogix. ThingLogix is a provider of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, solution components, development serv...

In this episode, we discuss the value of location data across a wide range of use cases from tracking hockey team performance to hospital safety. We also explore the tradeoff between battery life range and other factors that must be considered when finding best fit solutions for location tracking.     Tom is the VP of Americas at Quuppa. Quuppa is a leading provider of Real-Time Locating Systems (...

Shownotes: In this episode, we discuss the tradeoffs between alternative wireless connectivity solutions and how LoRa is being used in applications to combat the spread of COVID-19.   Alistair is the Vice President and General Manager of Semtech's Wireless and Sensing Products Group. Semtech Corporation is the creator of LoRa and is a leading supplier of high performance analog and mixed-signal se...

In this episode, we discuss diverse forms of smart factories, common process changes and people challenges related to smart factory implementation. Thomas is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Staufen Neonex. STAUFEN NEONEX  is the consulting and qualification company for the digital transformation of the industry and B2B companies. STAUFEN NEONEX develops and implements tailor-made strategie...

In this episode, we discuss end to end process for developing IoT product from market validation to manufacturing. We also explore technical challenges for integration energy management and selection of communication protocols and technology.     Mitch is the President and Co-Founder of Intelligent Product Solutions (IPS), a company that delivers a new full stack model for software and hardware pr...

In this episode, we discuss the democratisation of data analytics and trends in the future of data analytics related to 5G, big data and the breaking down of data silos. Rick Hall   is a software entrepreneur focused on the analytics market. He has led the development of over a dozen software products and taken several companies from the early stage to an eventual sale. He has been working in anal...

In this episode, we discussed how 5G will usher in a new generation of cities and complex spaces such as airports. We also explore use case adoption trends in rapidly growing areas such as population health management, remote education and construction monitoring.   Sanjeet Pandit is the Global Head of Smart Cities at Qualcomm. Qualcomm announced the Qualcomm  IoT Services Suite , which delivers c...

In this episode, we discuss the rapidly evolving cybersecurity environment and what it takes to secure a system today, and the impact of remote work and remote system access on cybersecurity.   Eric Cole is the CEO and Founder of Secure Anchor Consulting. Secure Anchor Consulting provides high-touch cybersecurity services that help organizations prevent security breaches, detect network intrusions...

In this episode, we discuss the spectrum of enterprise connectivity solutions from private LTE to LoRaWan, and how IoT 5G edge computing networks drive industrial innovation.   Daniel Quant is Vice President of Strategic Development responsible for developing corporate strategies that grow market share and brand within high growth markets. MultiTech designs, develops and manufactures components, d...

In this episode, we discuss industrial edge computing from the perspective of benefits, properties, and system architecture. We also explore the potential positive impacts of 5G bases stations on industrial edge computing. Chuck Byers is the Associate CTO of the Industrial Internet Consortium. The Industrial Internet Consortium is the world's leading organization transforming business and society...

In this episode, we discuss Passive Logic's approach to applying edge computing based on hive controllers and swarm sensors, and the application of deep physics models for building a digital twin foundation to optimize building automation. A building can only be built once, and it has to be right the first time.   Troy is the CEO of Passive Logic. Troy Harvey co-founded and leads PassiveLogic. He...

In this episode, we discuss how product engineers can design cybersecurity into product components from the beginning and maintain it throughout the product lifecycle. We also explain the differences of implementing Public Key Infrastructure between IoT and typical enterprise applications.   Ellen Boehm is the Senior Director of IoT Product Management at Keyfactor.  Ellen leads the product strateg...

In this episode, we discuss a hard tech startup's journey from customer development to product design and prototyping to business viability and sustainable market growth.     Thierry van Landegem is Executive Director at mHUb Chicago. mHUB's mission is to develop an entrepreneurial ecosystem around physical product development and manufacturing, and to accelerate industry growth by cultivating a c...