Industrial IoT Spotlight

Our guest today is Tsiki Naftaly, Co-Founder of Copilot.CX, a unique solution in the consumer electronics industry. Copilot.CX transforms occasional buyers into loyal, prime users. Through customer collaboration, they boost sales, enhance reviews, and ultimately elevate the overall customer experience. In this episode, we delved into the challenges encountered during the shift from being a hardware device manufacturer selling units to becoming an IoT device manufacturer offering SAS subscriptions. We also talked about the benefits of incorporating automated customer touchpoints throughout the product's lifecycle, customer satisfaction and opportunities for upselling supplementary services. Key Discussion Points: How has the company's shift from hardware distribution to customer engagement platform affected its value proposition? What is the process of using customer data to improve Salesforce, refine marketing, and potentially shape product development?   How do you see the tech services in your solution stack to bring valuable proposition to life?  You can find him on: Website: https://www.copilot.cx/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsikinaftaly  

Today, we have David Hartmann, Founder and CEO of Helio Additive. Helio Additive has revolutionized 3D printing through the creation of simulation software tools deeply rooted in the principles of physics. These tools have had a profound impact on enhancing production efficiency in the realm of 3D printing.  During our discussion, we delved into the intricate challenges associated with transitioning a 3D product into full-scale production. These challenges encompass a substantial engineering endeavor, multiple rounds of test runs, and a notable scrap rate. Furthermore, we explored the remarkable opportunities that lie ahead in production optimization by creating models that encapsulate the intricate interplay between machinery, materials, and design files. Key Discussion Points: ●      What factors are hindering additive manufacturing infrastructure for both large-scale and local applications? ●      Who is responsible for integrating your software into the system? Is it the OEM or asset owner? ●      What are the primary core features of your 3D printing and modeling technology?   You can find him on: Website: https://www.helioadditive.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hartmann-725a2b16/

Guest Frederic Joye shares strategies for constructing and retaining high-performing software teams. Topics include his unique approach to outsourcing, advice for startups, enhancing team dynamics, and creating effective cultures in both startups and corporations.

Andrei Ciobotar, CTO at Relayr, discusses transitioning to OPEX models using IoT in industrial sectors. Topics include predictive maintenance, AI evolution, and generative AI usage. They explore regional competitiveness, IoT tech deployment, and future algorithmic advancements.

Ross Sabolcik, Senior VP and GM of Industrial and Commercial IoT Products at Silicon Labs, discusses advancements in edge connectivity for industrial IoT devices. They explore cross-technology compatibility, simplified programming, and the machine learning capabilities of FG-28, GA, and Series 3. They also touch on the impact of Bluetooth technology on connectivity costs and the importance of security for edge devices.

In this week's episode, Erik is in conversation with Gareth Evans, the CEO and founder of VECKTA. VECKTA is dedicated to enabling businesses to embrace competitive energy solutions across their operations, providing them with access to affordable and environmentally friendly energy. With two decades of expertise in the energy and resource sectors, Gareth is a specialist in microgrid and distributed energy planning and design, construction, and monitoring   During this discussion, we delve into the future of the energy sector and strategies for implementing cost-effective energy solutions for businesses. We also examine the challenges associated with navigating technical and regulatory hurdles during the transition, as well as potential solutions for streamlining coordination. Gareth's mission revolves around empowering businesses and communities to access affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy, contributing to the global shift toward a more environmentally friendly energy future. Tune in and be part of the energy revolution! Key Discussion Points: ●      What is the purpose of VECKTA and what motivated Gareth to establish it? ●      Identifying the significant factors that support the business case for energy storage. ●      How does the VECKTA platform assist companies and businesses in monitoring their emissions scope?   If you are curious to know more about our guest, you can find him on: Company Website: https://www.veckta.com Company Podcast: https://www.veckta.com/renewable-rides-podcast/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-evans-41015726

  In this week’s episode, Erik is joined by Jan Burian, Associate Vice President and Head of IDC Manufacturing Insights EMEA. His core research coverage includes Industry 4.0, digital transformation, and IT and automation tools. At IDC, their focus lies in aiding IT experts, corporate leaders, and investors in making informed decisions regarding technology investments and business tactics.   Our conversation delves into the intricate framework of the industrial Metaverse. Discover how businesses are meticulously constructing this landscape, piece by piece, with Jan shedding light on various technologies and specific use cases. Moreover, we explore the fascinating realm of generative AI and its application in industrial contexts. Learn how it serves as an intuitive interface within the industrial Metaverse, effectively navigating the complex terrain of data saturation.   Give it a listen and enjoy the podcast!   Key Questions: ●      What is industry metaverse and how does it work? ●      Scaling and scalability of metaverse as digital twin of the enterprise world. ●      What do you see today in terms of adoption of generative AI and solutions that are used in the industrial environment?   If you're curious to know more about our Jan Burian, you can find him on:   Website: https://www.idc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janburian/?originalSubdomain=cz  

Gil Dror, CTO, and Sammy Kolt, CPO at SmartSense discuss how IoT enables workflow streamlining in cold chains. They delve into benefits like remote sensing, AI, and data-driven decision-making. They also explore IoT's impact on healthcare and food services industries, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality control.

In this episode, we talked with Dave Fick, co-founder and CEO of Mythic. Mythic has developed analog computing technology to deliver high-performance AI processors that are ten times more power-efficient and cost-effective than digital solutions.  In this talk, we discussed why analog computing is uniquely well-suited for machine learning on the edge, due to low energy consumption, low latency, and high capability. We also talk about several industrial applications that are using analog computing today. Key Questions: ●      What is analog computing? ●      What is the difference in form and cost structure for analog and digital solutions? ●      How does analog computing deal with 'messy data'?

This week, Erik and Darwin interviewed Paul McCarthy, Founder and CEO of Snapfix. Snapfix is the simplest maintenance platform on the planet, making maintenance easy with a streamlined system of photos and traffic lights that everyone can use.  In this special episode of IoT One Podcast, Darwin Wang joined Erik Walenza as his co-host! Darwin is a multifaceted professional with a diverse education and career background, and previously as Head of Innovation at JLL. In this talk, they discussed why the building management industry has been a laggard in technology adoption despite being among the largest sectors in the economy. They also explored the application of consumer app best practices for building enterprise solutions that can be used by frontline staff with little or no training. Listen and enjoy the show! Key Questions:  ●      What are the challenges of the management industry that prevents digitalization? ●      What does the integration of systems for consumer apps look like today for providing solutions? ●      What does localization look like for building enterprise solutions?   Know more about our co-host for today’s episode, Darwin Wang by visiting his profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/d1wang/