Dangerous Distractions on the Road
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy talks about the dangers of distracted driving, citing the number of people killed and injured in traffic crashes involving distracted drivers in 2022. She says we must consider how technology can help reduce distracted driving in both our personal and professional life. She also discusses: Details from a new 2024 report from the GHSA (Governors Highway Safety Assn.). Four pivotal strategies that are part of the comprehensive approach outlined in the report. How we can step up, do better, and take action. (4/26/24 - 867) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial...
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The Future of 3D Printing
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy Smedley and William Hoff, founder and president, Geopolymer, talk about 3D printing innovations, how they work, and what makes them revolutionary. He says geopolymers are simple and explains what they are. They also discuss: The benefits of geopolymers in construction—including sustainability. The rise of 3D printing in construction and how this fits in. The talent shortage and how technology can help. (4/16/24 - 867) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud,...
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The State of Flow
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy Smedley and Joann Halpern who is the director of the Hasso Plattner Institute, New York and adjunct associate professor of international education at New York University, talk about the purpose of design growth and the state of flow. She says mindful processes require being fully present, making conscious choices, and reflecting on your values. They also discuss: What design growth means and what designing your life is. What it means to be in a state of flow—and how we can achieve it. What an Odessey plan is. (4/26/24 - 867) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial...
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IoT: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy Smedley talks about where we have been, where we are today, and where we are headed with the IoT (Internet of Things). She says in many ways AI (artificial intelligence) is picking up where the IoT left off, with the rise of ML (machine learning), and deep learning. She also discusses: A historical look at the prediction: 50 billion connected devices by 2020. The greater opportunities we have today—and the greater responsibilities. The role of the worker of tomorrow in the days ahead. (4/9/24 - 866) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine...
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The Evolution of the IoT
Peggy Smedley Show
Tim Lindner, senior business consultant, Voxware, Inc., and Peggy Smedley talk about how M2M and the IoT (Internet of Things) have evolved in the last 10 years. He says the evolution follows four basic tenants. They also discuss: How to best leverage data and AI (artificial intelligence). Challenges such as bias of AI and of getting all the right data. The role of people, alongside the rise of cobots. (4/9/24 - 866) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability,...
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Growth Mindsets and Energy Engagement Maps
Peggy Smedley Show
Joann Halpern, director of the Hasso Plattner Institute, New York and adjunct associate professor of international education at New York University, and Peggy Smedley talk about growth mindsets. She says it refers to the belief that one’s abilities, beliefs, and talents can be developed and improved over time through development and hard work. They also discuss: The differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset. The PERMA model—and what each letter refers to. How to create an energy engagement map. (4/9/24 - 866) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial...
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The Worker of the Future
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy Smedley gives a brief glimpse into the recent Worker of Tomorrow report, urging that we can no longer do work the way it has always been done and expressing that we need to spend some time getting to know who the worker of tomorrow is. She also: Breaks down seven of the top findings. Unpacks how the emergence of technology is having a profound impact. Identifies how many people would recommend the company they currently work for. (4/2/24 - 865) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation,...
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At the Sustainable Data Center
Peggy Smedley Show
Kammy Sanghera, executive director Institute for Digital Innovation and professor of information sciences and technology, George Mason University, and Peggy talk about how digital innovation is making data centers more sustainable. She says it is an ever-changing field and it focuses a lot on workforce programs. They also discuss: How universities are preparing students for data infrastructure jobs. Why it is increasingly important for universities to have a structured program for data centers. Examples of how others can get involved. (4/2/24 - 865) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy...
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Design Your Life
Peggy Smedley Show
Joann Halpern, director of the Hasso Plattner Institute, New York and adjunct associate professor of international education at New York University, and Peggy Smedley talk about design thinking and how it can be used in our lives. She says design thinking is a human-centered process that is used to find innovative solutions to problems. They also discuss: The steps to follow to design your life. Why is all this important for future goals. How is this shaping the future of work and the way we live? (4/2/24 - 865) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine...
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Healthcare: Protect Our Critical Infrastructure
Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy talks about the rise of hackers targeting our critical infrastructure—with a focus on the healthcare sector. She says the most recent incident is a reminder of the connected nature of a healthcare system—and it points to the urgency of strengthening cybersecurity and resiliency. She also discusses: The impact of one of the most recent examples. Steps to take to protect data before and after an attack occurs. How AI (artificial intelligence) can help—and how many millions of dollars it can save. (3/26/24 - 864) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial...
info_outlinePeggy and Lance Spitzner, director, SANS Security Awareness, talk about the three key steps to follow to secure you at home. He says we have to become our own security teams because bad guys take advantage of our current sense of urgency.
They also discuss:
- The top ways cyber criminals are getting in.
- Two security challenges in the era of COVID-19.
- The steps to protecting online for both work and home: you, password, and updating.
(04.21.20 - #664)
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