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The Role of Mobile Interoperability in the Future of Automation
Andrew Jackson of Vecna Robotics shared his front-line insights about mobile interoperability and its role in the future of automation. “A mobile interoperability standard is a step forward for a more successful and smarter warehouse, because, when robots are able to actually talk and communicate their actions and their intentions together, it’s better for everybody….
How Will Humans Work With Robots?
Christopher Harlow of Realtime Robotics weighed in on advancements in collaborative robots, or co-bots. “Industrial robots are put behind cages, because it’s the safest way for them to interact with humans, but the desire for collaborative applications and robots working alongside people is an extraordinarily important thing, especially in the logistics space where robots might…
How to Close the Divide Between Sales and Marketing for Explosive B2B Growth
Growth is an important aspect, no matter the industry. As a B2B company, companies need to invest time to grow. For too long, companies have tried to be generalists and appease as many markets as possible. But, often, companies can benefit from going niche and focusing on the things where they excel. On this…
WeWork CEO: “Demand is higher now than prior to the pandemic.”
Lat year’s COVID-19 pandemic forced closures of office, retail and social spaces across the globe. Marcelo Claure, WeWork Executive Chairman, says that the office spaces of the past have changed forever. Tune in below for more of his thoughts on the future of office spaces and how demand for WeWork space continues to grow. …
Position Imaging Achieves Microsoft Gold Partner Status
STRATHAM, NH – May 18, 2021 – Position Imaging, Inc, a pioneer in omnichannel logistics fulfillment and asset tracking, today announced the company has attained Microsoft’s Gold-level partner competency, demonstrating a best-in-class ability and commitment to meet Microsoft customers’ evolving needs in today’s mobile-first, cloud-first world and distinguishing itself within Microsoft’s partner ecosystem. In addition,…
Ford CEO: “We were able to offset almost all of the chip shortage impact.”
On the heels of the new electric F-150 announcement, Ford CEO Jim Farley claims that the company was able to offset most of the chip shortage impact in Q1 of this year. Watch or read below to see the rest of Farley’s comments on the chip shortage and the anticipated trajectory of the automaker. …
How Cyber Attacks Work. Why You need to Know.
Unfortunately, high profile cyber attacks have become the norm in recent years, with some of the world’s most recognizable brands falling victim to hacking. Marco Berger, Head of Utilities and Critical Infrastructures at Ribbon ECI, shared some insight into the anatomy of a cyber attack to help shed light on how companies can better prepare…
Why Quality Is the Cheapest Thing to Send Your Customers
Price isn’t the only driver of satisfaction. While it matters for buyers of print products, they care about quality, as well. In fact, quality and affordability aren’t mutually exclusive. Additionally, representing quality every time leads to cost savings. DigiTech Founder and Owner Patric Coldewey joined this episode of Print Precision to share his thoughts on quality…
The Right HVAC System for Your Building May Not Be the Most Expensive
Boland and Lynxspring are two strategic partners that help bring HVAC system solutions to building owners. Katie Kimmel, Account Executive at Boland, and Marc Petok, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Lynxspring, Inc., joined host Tyler Kern to talk about HVAC systems and providing the right solutions for building owners. “When we first meet with…
How Can the Manufacturing World Recover from Mass Commodity Shortages?
A year ago as the pandemic ravaged the world and cities locked down one by one, consumers were the ones panic-buying. Today, it’s companies doing the hoarding and it’s pushing supply chains to the brink. Bloomberg’s Enda Curran reports. Host: And what is really driving this massive supply crunch? Curran: Well, good morning, Heidi. What’s…
AI and Computer Vision Are Reshaping the Last Mile
On Spatial Perspectives, host Dan Cui will have a one-on-one dialog with innovators and thought leaders in the growing Spatial Reality, or Spatial Computing, market. Cui will invite guests who can discuss the real world use cases of the technology and how it could benefit mankind while exploring any drawbacks and how they might be mitigated. Wireless location…
Why Oklahoma May Be the Next Proving Grounds for Drones: Coming May 26th
Can an oil state become a new hub for aerospace? A remote section of southeast Oklahoma aims to craft the future of unmanned aviation, and Drones in America is taking a visit. On a special installment, host Grant Guillot takes a visit to the Choctaw Nation UAS Beyond test site to see how they are…
How Augmented Reality May Be the Future of Live Events
The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…
The Importance of 5G for Smart Cities and Smart Surveillance
With 5G networks slowly making their way across the world, engineers and city leaders are looking for ways to use this new technology for the benefit of all. One especially important conversation taking place right now is 5G’s place in smart surveillance and smart cities. To offer his expertise on the topic, Rickard Barrefelt, Senior…
Why Streaming in Spanish may be a Growing Market For Businesses
With 500 million native Spanish speakers worldwide we are seeing incredible growth in Spanish content delivery through streaming. On today’s video stream, Mrugesh Desai, Lead, North American Region for Accedo joins host Daniel Litwin to discuss how this market is evolving. While major streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu provide some Spanish content, there…
How Firefighting Can Teach Customer Service
Greg Crumpton lives by a simple mantra: Relationships drive business. Each week on Straight Outta Crumpton, Crumpton dives into the lost art of networking and speaks with the biggest influencers in business services to learn how they build, nurture and value their professional relationships. On this episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, Hosts Tyler Kern and Greg…
How Lesta’s Robots Elevate Production and Automation in Wood Finishing
Wood finishing work is a craft requiring a keen eye and precise application, which has made it particularly hard to automate, but new technology is changing that. Offering insights on these new capabilities, Manufacturing a Stronger Standard brings listeners a conversation with DeGeest and Lesta USA President Derek DeGeest and Igor Kania, Wood Finishing Specialist for Lesta SRL from…
How to improve the Customer Experience in Telecoms with Tech
Improving the support, experience and success of customers is the ultimate service goal for any industry or organization, and it is especially critical in telecom. Jay Anderson, CTO, Fiberlight, knows how essential all three are to the overall success of both his customers and his company. He joined Cleide Lund, Director of Product Services at…
Self-Learning Robots Find a Better Way to Dry
Derek DeGeest, President of DeGeest Corporation & LestaUSA, and Brad Ruppert, Engineering Manager and Application Specialist at DeGeest Corporation & LestaUSA, have a passion for new technology. When they can apply that to the manufacturing finishing process, it gives them a level of excitement that is contagious. They were excited to announce a new product…
O’Steen Bros. Construction Carries on Legacy of Family
O’Steen Bros. Construction is built on a foundation of family – literally. In 1972, brothers Brad and Dexter bought their first piece of equipment with a loan from their father. Now, nearly 50 years later, O’Steen Bros. is still serving clients and upholding its core mission to “provide the highest quality site development and underground…
Linear Electromechanical Actuators and Effective Preplanning
Many different linear actuators that people in industrial automation are familiar with provide straight-line motion. Rollon’s Bob Ward, Regional Manager, and Christopher Hirsch, Actuator Project Manager, spoke about the linear electromechanical actuator gaining popularity. “We’re definitely in a growth-spurt market right now,” Ward said. “We see an increased focus by our customers for factory automation,…
Certify Before You Buy—How To Deal With New Machinery
Derek DeGeest, President of DeGeest Corporation and LestaUSA, knows when the industry comes together to help each other, successful integration of robotics and automation into operations follows. After being on both sides of the coin of installing a large finishing system and shepherding in new self-learning robotic technology to North America, it’s important to share…
The Weekly Scale: May 10th, 2021
This week at MarketScale, we’ll launch some of our newest contributor podcasts, explore the conversations powering industrialized construction, and analyze the QSR industry’s growing need for personalized experiences. It’s the start of a new week, and it’s time to scale up. Why is southern California becoming the hub of green transportation? On the latest episode…
Adopting an Insights-Driven Approach to Innovation
When it comes to innovation, Portacool depends on insights from the market, including end-users, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. To discuss how they incorporate the market and customer voice into their brand, Keep Cool host Tyler Kern spoke with John Mays, Director of Product Management & Development. “Being insights-driven means we’re listening to what the market is…
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