Industrial IoT Spotlight

In this episode, we discuss the importance of air compressor performance in manufacturing, impacting energy loss and downtime. We also explore using dynamic, cloud based, AI systems that optimize performance of industrial assets.     Aviran Yaacov, CEO, and Co-founder of EcoPlant. Aviran has over ten years of experience and expertise in operations, finance, sales, and people management in the IT i...

In this episode, we discuss the ethical hacking IoT cybersecurity attack service and the best practices for securing IoT products. Steps system operators and end users can take to ensure system security as they progress through digital transformation.     Ted Harrington is an Executive Partner of Independent Security Evaluators. ISE is an ethical hacking firm that identifies and resolves cybersecu...

In this episode, we discuss trends in edge computing, relationship between the cloud and the edge in on premise environments, and low code development environments to allow operations to participate directly in applications development to reduce lifetime cost of a solution.   Martin is the CEO and co-founder of Crosser. Crosser designs and develops real-time software solutions for Edge Computing a...

In this episode, we discuss the evolution of cellular IoT chipsets from 1G to CAT-M1 and NB-IoT, the rollout of 5g and the implications of low power, low cost, high reliability connectivity for business model innovation.   Dima Feldman is the VP of Product Management and Marketing at Altair Semiconductor (Sony Semiconductor Israel). Altair Semiconductor, a Sony Group Company, is a leading provider...

In this episode, we discuss the value of connectivity as a service for improving performance and cost structure of industrial use cases, and the rollout of 5G and implications for edge computing use cases, from AGVs to large scale device management.     Brian Watkins is the Vice President of Connectivity Solutions at Federated Wireless. Brian leads business development and sales for cloud-based pr...

In this episode, we discuss contextualising and indexing data feeds to increase usability, the challenges of monetising IoT data, and how colocating servers with cell towers can enable edge computing use cases.   David Knight is the CEO of Terbine. Terbine is the digital marketplace for IoT/sensor data about the physical world – things like ocean salinity, railcar movements, carbon emissions, and...

In this episode, we discuss the state of edge computing adoption in manufacturing. We also explore the most common edge computing use cases in OEE optimization, predictive maintenance, asset condition monitoring.    John Younes is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Litmus Automation. He is in charge of operations and growth for the company and draws on considerable experience working with s...

In this episode, we discuss how to monetize data for multiple user groups with different needs and simplify IoT deployments with end to end productised solutions.   Ron is the CEO of Microshare. Microshare provides Data Strategy as a Service, enabling our clients to quickly capture previously hidden data insights that produce cost savings, sustainability metrics and business opportunities. Our sol...

In this episode, we discuss the key variables that determine locations of devices and guide technological architecture decisions. We explore the advantages and limitations of new IoT communication technologies like 5G and LoRa.   Kipp Jones is the Chief Technology Evangelist at  Skyhook , works to guide and shape the company's innovative location intelligence technology.  Skyhook , a Liberty Broad...

In this episode, we explain how data streaming mission critical data for remotely monitor and control physical assets works. We learn how to simplify business model and connectivity for asset management, all with the backdrop of Covid-19's impacts on industrial digitalization trends.   Matt is Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors of WellAware Holdings, Inc. At...

In this episode, we discuss event streaming technologies, hybrid edge-cloud strategies, and real time machine learning infrastructure. We also apply these technologies to Audi, Bosch, and Eon.   Kai Waehner is an Enterprise Architect and Global Field Engineer at Confluent. Kai's main area of expertise lies within the fields of Big Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Hybrid Cloud Architectures, Event...

In this episode, we discuss the business value of machine learning on the edge, and the increasing need for hybrid edge-cloud architectures. We also propose some technology trends that will increase usability and functionality of edge computing systems.   Sastry is the CTO and co-founder of Foghorn. He is responsible for and oversees all technology and product development. Sastry's expertise inclu...

In this episode, we discuss how improved data access control can remove barriers to use case adoption in complex environments by enabling effective IoT governance. We also imagine a future of connected industry where data is an asset to be monetized effectively. Peter Sorowka is the Chief Technology Officer and Managing Director of Cybus. Cybus develops a smart networking solution for Industry 4.0...

In this episode, we discuss smart building environmental management systems. A crisis is the best time for disruptive technologies because there is motivation and incentives to change the old system. The environmental crisis sparked the change for technologies that address sustainability. Improvements in wireless connectivity, cloud computing, open source APIs, and SaaS operating models, enable mo...

In this episode, we discuss the use of deep learning mechanisms to accomplish tasks that are not possible with traditional rule-based systems. We use two cases to illustrate how deep learning can be used to solve non-traditional and recognition problems within hours. This is part 2 of 2 with Iain Smith on machine vision. Iain Smith is Managing Director and Co-Founder at Fisher Smith. Fisher Smith...

In this episode, we give an introduction to machine vision technology, use case adoption trends, and key success factors for an high accuracy solution. We also review decision making process to determine the right tech stack, and cost structure for low and high complexity systems.   This is part 1 of 2 with Iain Smith on machine vision.   Iain Smith is Managing Director and Co-Founder at Fisher Sm...

In this episode, we discuss how to improve the ways a company accesses, processes, and leverages data to make better decisions. We open the question of what digital transformation actually means for industry as opposed to non-industrial sectors. Keith also discusses what the PTC partnership means for IT and OT integration.   Keith Higgins is Vice President of Digital Transformation at Rockwell Aut...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss the current state of AI in practice, the integration of AI and IoT, and the importance of new data sources designed for machine use. On a more human angle, we highlight the importance of measuring social impact while deploying disruptive technology. Neil Sahota is an IBM Master Inventor, United Nations Artificial Intelligence subject matter...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss the improving connectivity, storage, and processing cost structures, and 5G's relevance or irrelevance for IIoT.     Software Design Solutions develops high-quality software for embedded systems. Their areas of expertise include workstation applications, user interface design, and software process improvement. They have developed applicatio...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss the challenges facing companies when they scale industrial use cases that rely on large complex data streams and trends driving the development of systems at scale by traditional industrials that are expanding their business scope.   What is different about data in IoT and why is it harder than other projects? Why do traditional databases a...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss how Helium is providing universal and affordable connectivity for IoT devices, provided by people, and secured through a blockchain. How do you provide connectivity where there is no infrastructure? How do you incentivize people to contribute to an open-source connectivity ecosystem? What are the connectivity challenges facing IoT device ma...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss the challenges facing 911 IT systems, the impact of data on emergency outcomes, and the role of IoT devices in enabling first time responders and predictive alerts.    How much data does a 911 center have? How do we know which data is useful to a 911 first responder for deciding actions to take? How can software and device companies use the...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss the battery problems in IoT that hinder deployments and value creation today, and how innovations in ultra low power circuit design and wireless communications that allow sensors to operate solely on energy harvested from the surrounding environment.   Are we trading one problem for another with IoT sensors? How do we create a sensor the si...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight podcast, we discuss the evolution of warehouse for commerce, and modern solutions and flexible service based business models to support the new business and competitive challenges in logistics.    What is driving the development of industrial wearables? How do you sell Hardware-as-a-Service? What are the disruptive technologies to come in the IIoT?   Gabe Grif...

In this episode of the IIoT Spotlight Podcast, we discuss human-centric design and change management in high uncertainty innovation processes.     What is human-centric design? What is empathy in an industrial environment? How to manage and communicate through the process of trials and failure?   Gordon Stannis is the Director of Design and Strategy at Twisthink, A business growth accelerator / in...