Peggy Smedley Show
The #1 podcast at the intersection of IoT, AI, and Future of Work—if it’s revolutionizing industries, Peggy’s talking about it. Each week on The Peggy Smedley Show, she delivers cutting-edge perspectives from top experts, keeping 150,000+ listeners ahead of the curve.
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Agentic AI in Energy Market
09/10/2025
Agentic AI in Energy Market
Peggy unpacks how agentic AI (artificial intelligence) is set to revolutionize the energy sector. With the energy market under pressure from infrastructure strain, cybersecurity threats, and the push for sustainability, she explains how AI agents can drive smarter, more autonomous, and more resilient systems across the grid. She also discusses: How many energy companies are using gen AI—and why they still haven’t seen breakthrough impact yet. Use cases for how agentic AI can help specifically in the energy market. A roadmap to scale agentic AI in the energy market. (9/9/25 - 936) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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GIS at the Airport
09/10/2025
GIS at the Airport
Peggy Smedley and Adan Banda, senior geospatial data manager, and Brandon Mann, geospatial analyst, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, talk about GIS (geographic information systems) and how the technology is applied to complex infrastructures. Adan says DFW airport is a very large airport—larger than the island of Manhattan—which requires a single source of truth. Brandon says people are flying more—a 5% increase year over year on commercial flights—and we are all getting busier, which means the integrated and coordinated systems need to be in place. They also discuss: How and what the digital twin monitors at DFW Airport. How AI (artificial intelligence) plays a role here. What’s next for GIS in airports. (9/9/25 - 936) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Adan Banda, Brandon Mann, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Soft Skills in Construction
09/10/2025
Soft Skills in Construction
Peggy Smedley and Donna Laquidara-Carr, industry insights research director, Dodge Construction Network, talk about the soft skills needed to attract more workers to the construction industry. She says they did a survey about the cost of poor collaboration. They also discuss: How many interactions contractors have daily with people from other companies—and how many involve some sort of conflict. How many found positive team dynamics on their regular projects. Which is more important: communication or technical skills. (9/9/25 - 936) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Donna Laquidara-Carr, Dodge Construction Network This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Agentic AI Comes for Manufacturing
09/03/2025
Agentic AI Comes for Manufacturing
Peggy unpacks how agentic AI (artificial intelligence) is poised to transform the manufacturing industry—and why 97% of industrial manufacturing CEOs say digital and tech transformation is now a top priority. With the sector facing a perfect storm of labor shortages, rising costs, and geopolitical pressures, she explains how AI agents can unlock smarter, more adaptive operations on the factory floor. She also discusses: The role of both virtual and embodied AI agents in reshaping industrial work. A five-step plan for manufacturers to pilot, scale, and succeed with agentic AI. The long-term opportunities for near-autonomous factories. (9/2/25 - 935) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, industrial manufacturing, agentic AI This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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King, A Life
09/03/2025
King, A Life
Peggy and Jonathan Eig, author, talk about his book King, A Life, and what he learned about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., while writing the book. He says King was a person who had a lot of troubles and failures, and was prone to depression, and yet he continued to believe in God and America and believed it was worth all the sacrifice. They also discuss: The recently released pages of FBI files and the impact on the civil rights movement. How King’s ethical perspective on work could serve as a counterpoint to today’s culture. How journalism has changed—and how that impacts the work of a biographer. (9/2/25 - 935) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, 5G, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jonathan Eig, author, manufacturing This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Insight into Construction Worker Trends
09/03/2025
Insight into Construction Worker Trends
Peggy and Donna Laquidara-Carr, industry insights research director, Dodge Construction Network, talk about a new study and some of the biggest obstacles that are preventing more workers from joining the construction industry. She says there were two pieces to the study: surveying contractors and the general population. They also discuss: The top way construction professionals are drawn into the industry. How to expand beyond what we are doing now. The disconnect between the perception of what is keeping people out of construction and what is actually keeping people out of construction. (9/2/25 - 935) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, construction, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Donna Laquidara-Carr, Dodge Construction Network This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Agentic AI Comes to Construction
08/27/2025
Agentic AI Comes to Construction
Peggy digs into agentic AI (artificial intelligence) and its transformative potential for the construction industry. She explores how this next evolution of AI—capable of autonomous reasoning and decision-making—can address some of the industry’s most pressing challenges from labor shortages to supply-chain complexity. She also discusses: The staggering growth forecast of the agentic AI market. Why small and midsized construction firms are still hesitant to adopt AI—and what the data says about this trend. Use cases where agentic AI can make a difference, including project scheduling, supply chain coordination, and worksite safety. (8/26/25 - 934) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Agentic AI at Frontier Firms
08/27/2025
Agentic AI at Frontier Firms
Peggy Smedley and Yury Gomez, global commercial head for supply chain manufacturing and mobility industries, Microsoft, talk about the acceleration of AI (artificial intelligence) and agentic AI. She says supply chains are getting drastically overwhelmed once again, with geopolitical conflicts, but the good news is Microsoft is changing how the supply chain is done with technology because technology is really changing the game. They also discuss: What a Frontier Firm is and how agentic AI can help Frontier Firms. Examples of case studies where agentic AI is helping in the supply chain. Three areas where companies need to intensify. (8/26/25 - 934) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Yury Gomez, Microsoft This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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AI Attempts Sudoku
08/27/2025
AI Attempts Sudoku
Peggy Smedley and Maria Pacheco, assistant professor of computer science, University of Colorado Boulder, discuss the results of a study surrounding AI (artificial intelligence) solving sudoku puzzles. She says the more complex the problems, the more difficult the time the tools had at solving them. They also discuss: Why even the best tools had a hard time reasoning why they came to an answer. The three stages to the language models acquiring the knowledge. The main danger that exists and how we can use them for what they are good at. (8/26/25 - 934) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Maria Pacheco, University of Colorado Boulder This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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All about Ambient Intelligence
08/20/2025
All about Ambient Intelligence
Peggy unpacks the who, what, when, where, why, and how of ambient invisible intelligence—and what it means for the way we live and work. She explores how this technology will quietly transform our homes, cities, hospitals, and factories, enabling more natural and intuitive human experience. She also discusses: The timeline for widespread adoption and how some vertical markets are already embracing ambient intelligence. Why advances in low-power electronics, energy harvesting, and edge are accelerating this shift. Her candid thoughts on the opportunities, challenges, and what must come next. (8/19/25 - 933) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Good Data vs Messy Data
08/20/2025
Good Data vs Messy Data
Peggy Smedley and Dan Gaylin, president and CEO, NORC, author, Fact Forward, talk about what brought him to the idea for his new book. He says he has a desire to help make sure our most important decisions are informed by good data and not led astray by faulty data. They also discuss: Why the data ecosystem has become so messy. The four main data errors that anyone can commit and the ways to guard against them. How to create a data literate society. (8/19/25 - 933) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dan Gaylin, NORC This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Preparing for the Factory of the Future
08/20/2025
Preparing for the Factory of the Future
Peggy Smedley and Dan Miklovic, founder, Lean Manufacturing Research and leader, Third Eye Advisory, talk about how we can prepare workers for the factory of the future. He says manufacturers need to be the best in the industry and the best in the world to be competitive, explaining how automation and machinery have and will change the manufacturing industry. They also discuss: What the team of the future is going to look like. The size of the manufacturing labor shortage. The percentage of AI investments and pilot projects that are not returning ROI. (8/19/25 - 933) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dan Miklovic, Lean Manufacturing Research, Third Eye Advisory, This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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All about AI Agentic Swarms
08/13/2025
All about AI Agentic Swarms
Peggy Smedley unpacks the who, what, when, where, why, and how of AI agentic swarms—and what they mean for the future. She discusses the role of intelligent AI agentic swarms in everything from logistics to defense. She also discusses: The estimated value of the global swarm robotics market through 2033. Why agentic swarm collaboration marks a new chapter for AI. Her candid thoughts on the opportunities, risks, and what comes next. (8/12/25 - 932) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Scalable and Efficient Data Centers
08/13/2025
Scalable and Efficient Data Centers
Peggy Smedley and Akshitha Sriraman, assistant professor, Carnegie Melon University, discuss new research and why it is important to design scalable and efficient data center systems. She says her research focuses on large-scale data center systems and how to make the servers more sustainable and circular. They also discuss: Open-source tooling infrastructure and open-source datasets and benchmarks. The correlation between cost and carbon. Why she chose this as her research and how her research has shifted. (8/12/25 - 932) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Akshitha Sriraman, Carnegie Melon University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Employee Productivity in Construction
08/13/2025
Employee Productivity in Construction
Peggy Smedley and Dan Horner, managing director of Dar/Sidara UK, talk about why productivity and innovation in the construction industry is not the same as other industries. He says some people say innovation in the construction industry ended with the hammer, although he doesn’t believe that is true. They also discuss: Research from the Economist that shows construction ranked 21 out of 22 relative to other industries. New innovations such as AI (artificial intelligence)—and how they might change the construction industry as a whole. Two examples of historical innovations and the lag from initial invention and the ultimate speed of change. (8/12/25 - 932) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dan Horner, Dar/Sidara UK This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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All about Quantum Real Estate
08/06/2025
All about Quantum Real Estate
Peggy unpacks the who, what, when, where, why, and how of quantum real estate—and what it means for the future of facilities. She says while quantum companies generated less than $750 million in revenue in 2024, forecasts suggest quantum computing could become a $100 billion industry by 2035. She also discusses: How hybrid facilities will function. Why quantum matters now. Her candid thoughts on what comes next and what we can do to prepare. (8/5/25 - 931) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Are Data Centers Sustainable?
08/06/2025
Are Data Centers Sustainable?
Peggy Smedley and Al Ortega, James R. Birle endowed chair professor of energy technology, Villanova University and director of the National Science Foundation Center for Energy Smart Electronic Systems, talk about data centers, cooling systems, and sustainability issues within the data centers. He talks about the amount of power data centers use, saying in 2025 an equipment rack consumes about 100 kilowatts. They also discuss: How data center consumption compares to consumption in a typical U.S. home. Cooling systems such as liquid cooling. The things we need to do to make data centers feasible. (8/5/25 - 931) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Al Ortega, Villanova University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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What’s Next for AI in Construction
08/06/2025
What’s Next for AI in Construction
Peggy Smedley and Brian Kassalen, principal and construction industry leader, Baker Tilly, talk about AI (artificial intelligence) in construction. He says construction contractors have been slow to adopt technologies, but you can’t have a conversation today with a contractor without having some conversation about AI. They also discuss: Historical labor challenges in construction and how AI can help contractors protect margins. How machine learning, digital twins, and predictive analytics can help. How AI can help with bidding and negotiation. (8/5/25 - 931) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Brian Kassalen, Baker Tilly This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Agentic AI in the City
07/30/2025
Agentic AI in the City
Peggy explores the explosive growth of agentic AI (artificial intelligence) in smart cities—and what it means for urban life. With the global market expected to surge from $1.88 billion in 2024 to $58 billion by 2030, she unpacks how AI is reshaping the way cities operate, grow, and serve their communities. From improved waste management to accelerated housing permits, Peggy breaks down the real-world use cases—and what’s coming next. She also discusses: Case studies from cities like Centerville, Seattle, and beyond. The top 10 most effective AI use cases in cities. The challenges ahead including data privacy, transparency, and more, and her take on how cities can implement AI responsibility and effectively. (7/29/25 - 930) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Server Farms, Data Centers, AI Factories, Oh My!
07/30/2025
Server Farms, Data Centers, AI Factories, Oh My!
Peggy Smedley and Al Ortega, James R. Birle endowed chair professor of energy technology, Villanova University and director of the National Science Foundation Center for Energy Smart Electronic Systems, talk about what’s driving growth in data centers. He says to think about the data centers as being the infrastructure heart. They also discuss: Why the name changed from server farms to data centers—and a fun historical story. The physical architecture and size of a data center. NVIDIA’s AI factory and what comes out. (7/29/25 - 930) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Al Ortega, Villanova University, the National Science Foundation Center for Energy Smart Electronic Systems This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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AI in the Steel Industry
07/30/2025
AI in the Steel Industry
Peggy Smedley and Luke Faulkner, director of technology integration, American Institute of Steel Construction, talk about AI (artificial intelligence) and how it is impacting the steel industry. He says the steel industry has been a slow adopter of technology, but that has accelerated by force of nature, and it has been determined AI is one of the top opportunities facing this industry. They also discuss: The opportunities and risks of AI in this space. Some of the applications for AI in the steel industry. The role of different generations. (7/29/25 - 930) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Luke Faulkner, American Institute of Steel Construction
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The Rise of AI Ghosts
07/23/2025
The Rise of AI Ghosts
Peggy talks about the rise of “AI ghosts”—digital personas built from a deceased individual’s data—and what they mean for identity, grief, and ethics in the age of generative AI. With real-world experiments already underway, she dives into how AI agents powered by large language models can create AI ghosts, raising urgent questions about memory, consent, and the future of emotional technology. She also discusses: The who, what, when, where, why, and how of AI ghosts. The emotional, cultural, and legal implications of AI afterlives. Her candid take on what’s coming next. (7/22/25 - 929) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Manufacturing: Labor and the Future of Work
07/23/2025
Manufacturing: Labor and the Future of Work
Peggy Smedley and Steve Clarke, president, Teresa Hayes, human resources manager, and Nathanael Forgy, operating technician apprentice, Logan Aluminum, talk about the labor shortage in manufacturing and how we got here. They each discuss the importance of manufacturing and opportunities for workers. They also discuss: How to inspire the future generations and bring talent in the door. The impact of mentors in manufacturing. The role of technology and automation in manufacturing. (7/22/25 - 929) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Steve Clarke, Teresa Hayes, Nathanael Forgy, Logan Aluminum This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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Disrupting White-Collar Work
07/23/2025
Disrupting White-Collar Work
Peggy Smedley and Dennis Draeger, foresight director, Shaping Tomorrow, talk about how AI (artificial intelligence) is transforming white-collar work—and why even AI hallucinations can be valuable. He says we are used to automation impacting blue-collar work, well now with generative AI and business intelligence, it is really beginning to invade white-collar work. They also discuss: The importance of a liaison between machines and decisionmakers. The importance of white-collar workers using creative powers with machines. The importance of critical thinking when using AI. (7/22/25 - 929) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Dennis Draeger, Shaping Tomorrow This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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The Rise of Humanoids
07/16/2025
The Rise of Humanoids
Peggy dives into the multitrillion-dollar future of humanoid robots and how they could transform both industry and society. With projections showing nearly 1 billion humanoids in use by 2050—primarily in commercial and industrial settings—she breaks down what this means for the workforce, business, and our lives. She also discusses: The historical evolution of robotics and the birth of humanoids. The who, what, when, where, why, and how of humanoids. The cost, opportunities, and challenges—and her thoughts on what comes next. (7/15/25 - 928) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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TMS and AI: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
07/16/2025
TMS and AI: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Arthur Axelrad, cofounder and CEO, Dispatch Science, talk about TMS (transportation management systems) and how they have evolved. He says in the logistics and supply chain world, there are companies that have a mission to deliver parcels and all of that requires coordination, so TMS software is that segment of business management that specializes in managing the transportation of goods. They also discuss: How transportation management systems have evolved, highlighting the shift from manual processes to advanced software solutions. The role of AI (artificial intelligence) in the logistics industry and if it is accelerating certain processes and augmenting existing systems or replacing the core software itself. The skilled labor shortages, particularly among drivers, and the necessity for companies to invest in training and upskilling employees. (7/15/25 - 928) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Arthur Axelrad, Dispatch Science This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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AI, Energy, and the Need for Innovation
07/16/2025
AI, Energy, and the Need for Innovation
Peggy Smedley and Jon Summers, research lead in data centers, Research Institutes of Sweden, adjunct professor of fluid mechanics, Luleå Technical University and visiting professor in thermofluids, University of Leeds, talk about rising energy costs and data centers. He says we are in a difficult position because data centers are scrambling for access to power. They also discuss: The high energy consumption of AI infrastructures and data centers, and the need for more resource-efficient solutions. The environmental impact of data centers, including electronic waste and the depletion of critical raw materials. The ongoing research and technological advancements aimed at making data centers more energy efficient including emerging technologies like photonics, quantum computing, and neuromorphic computing that could potentially reduce energy consumption. (7/15/25 - 928) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jon Summers, Luleå Technical University, University of Leeds This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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AI Driving the Autonomous Road Ahead
07/09/2025
AI Driving the Autonomous Road Ahead
Peggy Smedley takes a deep dive into the future of autonomous vehicles and what it will take to get there. She explains how the path to full automation is long—but potentially transformative. Peggy breaks down each level of automation, from manual driving to fully autonomous systems, and where adoption stands today—and where it’s headed by 2030. She also discusses: The role of AI in enabling autonomous vehicle technology and global forecasts for vehicle automation levels. Real-world examples from automakers like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Tesla, and others. The biggest roadblocks—consumer perception, regulation, liability, and trust. (7/8/25 - 927) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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AI: Threat or Help?
07/09/2025
AI: Threat or Help?
Peggy Smedley and Akli Adjaoute, entrepreneur, founder, Brighterion and author, Inside AI, talk about whether generative AI is threatening humanity—or helping it. They explore whether future generations will trust themselves or rely on AI for life’s biggest decisions. They also discuss: AI risks and consequences such as deep fakes, misinformation, privacy concerns, and inherent biases in AI systems—issues that could have significant societal repercussions. The need to strengthen uniquely human traits, like curiosity and imagination, to ensure future generations remain innovative and capable thinkers. Educational strategies such as how to integrate AI as a learning tool without compromising essential human cognitive skills. (7/8/25 - 927) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Akli Adjaoute This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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A Conversation about Quiet Cracking
07/09/2025
A Conversation about Quiet Cracking
Peggy Smedley and Roza Tapini, VP of people and culture at Epignosis, talk about the emerging workplace trend of quiet cracking and why it is so dangerous. She says quiet cracking is the emotional withdrawal at work, and shares how it is different from burnout and quiet quitting. They also discuss: The importance of training and the likelihood of feeling more job insecure. The traits of people who are quiet cracking. How employers and employees can work together more creatively and collaboratively. (7/8/25 - 927) What You Might Have Missed: IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Roza Tapini, Epignosis This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
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