EP019: Digitalization Bottlenecks - An Interview With GE Digital's Mike Dolbec
Release Date: 12/11/2017
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EP 222 - Young Innovators, Big Impact: Sahitya Senapathy’s AI Leap for Factories
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In this episode, we spoke with , Founder and CEO of , about how generative AI and agentic platforms are redefining the future of manufacturing. Sahitya shared his journey from coding for FEMA to founding Endeavor from his college dorm room. We explored how Endeavor is using AI labor to tackle the chronic inefficiencies in back-office and front-office workflows, and how this technology could help revitalize U.S. manufacturing in the face of labor shortages and global competition. Key Insights: • Agentic AI for factories: Endeavor applies generative AI agents to automate medium-complexity...
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In this episode, we spoke with , CEO and Co-founder of , about how AI is transforming the economics of cloud data warehouse management. Barzan shared his journey from academic research to launching Keebo, and how his team is redefining performance optimization in enterprise data systems through AI-powered “data learning.” We explored the value of automating infrastructure decisions, and why buying—not building—is the future for data teams under pressure. Key Insights: • Data learning: Keebo introduces a new paradigm that learns from metadata to automate and accelerate database tuning...
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EP 220 - Mind as a Service: Revolutionizing AI Memory with Llongterm
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EP 219 - Al at the Edge: Transforming Industrial Operations
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In this episode, we spoke with , Chief Product Officer at , about how AI is transforming data-driven decision-making in industrial environments. Sundeep shared his journey from data analytics to founding , and how his team helps manufacturers unlock the hidden potential in their operational data. We explored the challenges of AI adoption in traditional industries, the importance of domain knowledge, and how to move from descriptive analytics to actionable intelligence. Key Insights: • Plug-and-play AI: Automatic data labeling and model deployment with no manual setup. • Edge-first...
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EP 218 - Innovating Urban Living: Lawrence Eta on Digital Solutions for Modern Cities
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EP 217 - LTE-M: Long-Term Viability & Strategic Advantages
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EP 215 - Revolutionizing Manufacturing and Energy: IoT and AI in Action
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EP 214 - Catching the AI Wave: Staying Ahead in a Rapidly Evolving Tech Landscape
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In this episode, we sat down with Founder & CEO of to explore how AI is reshaping the software development landscape, both internally and for client-facing solutions. David shared insights on adopting an AI-first philosophy, leveraging AI for operational efficiency, and integrating cutting-edge tools into products. We also discussed the challenges of deploying AI across industries, navigating geopolitical constraints, and maintaining a competitive edge in an ever-changing tech ecosystem. Key Insights: AI-first mindset: Leveraging AI in operations and products drives innovation and...
info_outlineNever has there been a trend in recent times that has been reshaping the industrial world quite as much as digitalization. and as such many firms have embarked on a digitalization strategy of their own. However, the digital transformtion race is a competitive one and many firms are finding themselves on the losing end of this race.
In the fourth installment of the "Ventures in Industrial IoT series" brought to you by GE Ventures, we welcome back Michael Dolbec, Managing Director of venture investments and M&A at GE Digital who will be discussing with us how firms can better prepare themselves to overcome bottlenecks in the process and set themselves up for success.
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