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Austin Anderson with Fluke Reliability

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Austin Anderson, Product Owner, Condition Monitoring at Fluke Reliability about “Azima's Powerful AI Vibration Platform”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, highlighting industry innovations and trends. He introduces Austin Anderson, who discusses Azima's diagnostic system and its integration with Fluke Reliability. Anderson explains the standardization of data collection over 15 years, emphasizing the importance of accurate data for reliability. He details the integration of Azima's AI with human analysts for 85% accuracy and the development of a user-friendly interface. The conversation also covers the future of Azima, including expansion into oil analysis and thermography, and the importance of efficient data storage and management. Anderson can be contacted via LinkedIn for more information.

Action Items

[ ] Rebuild the Azima user interface to make it more user-friendly and easily accessible.
[ ] Integrate Azima's data and insights with Fluke's other reliability solutions, such as alignment and balancing, to provide an end-to-end connected reliability offering.
[ ] Enhance the Azima platform to include additional reliability data sources beyond just vibration, such as oil analysis and thermography.
[ ] Develop a solution that can automatically translate Azima's problem identifications into work orders in the customer's CMMS (e.g., eMaint).

Outline

Introduction and Overview of Industrial Talk Podcast

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industrial innovations and trends.
Scott highlights the free ebook and workbook available on Industrial Talk, which expands on five elements of successful companies: educate, collaborate, innovate, invest in culture, and communicate effectively.
Scott MacKenzie thanks listeners for their support and celebrates industrial professionals for their boldness, bravery, and problem-solving skills.

Introduction of Austin Anderson and Azima

Scott MacKenzie introduces Austin Anderson, who will discuss the product Azima.
Austin Anderson shares his background, mentioning his three-year tenure with Azima and his role in developing the diagnostic system.
Scott MacKenzie inquires about the accuracy of the data stored in Azima, to which Austin explains the standardized method of data collection and its relevance over the years.
Austin discusses his background in vibration analysis and his previous work with the Navy, highlighting his expertise in the field.

Strategic Path and User Experience of Azima

Austin outlines the strategic path for Azima, focusing on making reliability engineers superstars and providing useful insights for top-level executives.
Scott MacKenzie asks about the integration of Azima with Fluke Reliability, and Austin explains the goal of making the platform user-friendly and value-added.
Austin describes the end-to-end connected reliability solution offered by Fluke Reliability, including hardware, software, and alignment and balancing services.
Scott and Austin discuss the importance of user experience and the redesign of the user interface to make it more accessible and user-friendly.

Data Accuracy and Integration with Fluke Reliability

Scott MacKenzie inquires about the accuracy of the diagnostic system, and Austin explains that AI can achieve 85% accuracy, with the remaining 15% covered by human analysts.
Austin discusses the integration of Azima with Fluke Reliability's x5 system, which allows for the automatic creation of work orders based on diagnostic results.
Scott and Austin talk about the importance of connecting different tools and solutions within Fluke Reliability to ensure efficient data flow and accurate results.
Austin explains the process of storing and managing large amounts of vibration data, emphasizing the use of modern database technologies to optimize storage and access.

Future of Azima and Reliability Solutions

Scott MacKenzie asks about the future of Azima, and Austin expresses excitement about expanding the platform to include other reliability modalities like oil analysis and thermography.
Austin discusses the extensibility of the existing Azima architecture to accommodate different types of data and solutions.
Scott and Austin talk about the importance of connecting various reliability tools and solutions to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to maintenance and reliability.
Austin provides his contact information for listeners interested in learning more about Azima and Fluke Reliability.

Closing Remarks and Correction

Scott MacKenzie corrects his earlier mistake of calling Aaron Anderson “Aaron” and acknowledges that his name is actually “Austin.”
Scott thanks Austin Anderson for his insights and encourages listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn for more information about Azima.
Scott wraps up the podcast, reminding listeners to check out the Industrial News Network and to stay tuned for future conversations.
The podcast concludes with a reminder to be bold, brave, and innovative, and to connect with industry professionals like Austin Anderson.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2025. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

AUSTIN ANDERSON'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-anderson-151a04140/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fluke-reliability/posts/?feedView=all

Company Website: https://reliability.fluke.com/

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Charlie Boyle with Fortive

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Charlie Boyle, VP of Global Data, Analytics and AI at Fortive about “Leveraging operational data and AI for improved insights“.

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast discussing data analytics and AI with Charlie Boyle, VP of Advanced Solutions at Accruent. Boyle highlights the importance of data in decision-making, emphasizing the need for automated solutions to manage the vast amounts of data being generated. He discusses Accruent's mission to unify the built environment through IoT and advanced analytics, focusing on predictive maintenance, energy management, and space intelligence. Boyle also mentions the use of generative AI to assist aging technicians and improve maintenance efficiency. The conversation underscores the transformative power of data and AI in enhancing business operations and problem-solving.

Action Items

[ ] Explore using generative AI to document maintenance technician knowledge and provide guidance to junior technicians.
[ ] Investigate using sensor data and analytics to audit energy usage and bills, and automate HVAC controls.
[ ] Connect with Charlie Boyle on LinkedIn to further discuss Accruent's data analytics and AI initiatives.

Outline

Accruent Insights Event Introduction

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and celebrating professionals.
Scott highlights the importance of data and AI in the industrial sector, setting the stage for the discussion.
The event, Accruent Insights, is taking place in San Antonio, Texas, with a focus on problem-solving and customer obsession.
Scott introduces Charlie Boyle, VP of Advanced Solutions at Accruent, who will discuss data analytics and AI.

Charlie Boyle's Background and Experience

Charlie Boyle shares his background, including his role as VP and General Manager of Advanced Solutions at Accruent.
He has over 25 years of experience in advanced analytics and data science, previously serving as Chief Data Scientist at Honeywell and Chief Analytics Officer at a telematics company.
Charlie discusses his journey and the various analytic use cases he has encountered in different industries and verticals.
Scott and Charlie reflect on the rapid advancements in AI and generative AI, particularly with the advent of tools like ChatGPT.

The Role of Data and AI in Business Efficiency

Charlie explains the importance of data in today's business environment, emphasizing the need for automated solutions to manage large data sets.
He discusses the concept of decision intelligence, which involves turning data into actionable insights.
Scott and Charlie delve into the challenges of managing large amounts of data and the role of AI in generating actionable insights.
They discuss the potential of AI in various industries, including retail and HVAC, and the importance of proactive maintenance.

Accruent's Mission and Data Platform

Charlie outlines Accruent's mission to unify the built environment through IoT and advanced solutions.
He explains the role of Accruent's data platform in managing reporting, business intelligence, and insights generation.
Accruent's IoT analytics platform connects sensors to assets, providing telemetry data and predictive models to solve business challenges.
Scott and Charlie discuss the importance of proactive maintenance in industries like retail, where preventing food spoilage can save significant costs.

Evaluating AI Use Cases and Customer Validation

Charlie describes Accruent's “dream process” for evaluating AI use cases, which includes problem validation, customer validation, and business model validation.
He mentions the partnership with Ford's Data Science Center of Excellence (Fort) in building rapid prototypes and MVPs.
The focus is on creating solutions that provide real value to customers, distinguishing between “nice to have” and essential solutions.
Scott emphasizes the importance of AI in providing actionable insights without requiring users to search for information.

Future Use Cases and Generative AI

Charlie highlights three primary use cases for Accruent: space intelligence, occupancy analytics, and predictive maintenance.
He discusses the importance of generative AI in assisting aging technicians and transferring knowledge to the younger generation.
Scott and Charlie explore the potential of generative AI in providing accurate and actionable answers for maintenance tasks.
They discuss the challenges of validating generative AI solutions and ensuring accuracy in responses.

Energy Management and HVAC Use Cases

Charlie introduces energy management as a key area for Accruent, focusing on auditing energy bills and reducing costs.
He explains how sensors can be used to compare meter readings with energy bills, leading to significant savings for clients.
Scott and Charlie discuss the potential of energy management in controlling HVAC systems and optimizing energy usage.
Charlie shares his personal experience with HVAC use cases from his time at Honeywell, highlighting the complexity of managing multiple HVAC units in large institutions.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Scott wraps up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of data collection and AI in generating tactical insights.
He encourages listeners to reach out to Charlie Boyle on LinkedIn for further collaboration and innovation.
Scott reiterates the key themes of the podcast: education, collaboration, and innovation.
The podcast concludes with a reminder of the importance of data in driving industrial innovations and solving real-world problems.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2023. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

CHARLIE BOYLE'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesboyle2/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortive/posts/?feedView=all

Company Website: https://www.fortive.com/

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Industrial Marketing Solutions: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/

Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/

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Steve MacLaird with OMG

Scott MacKenzie — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Steve MacLaird, Sr. VP, Government and Industry Strategy with OMG about “Delivering industry standard to help businesses succeed!”

Scott MacKenzie interviews Steve MacLaird, Senior Vice President of Government and Industry Strategy at OMG, about the organization's role in developing and maintaining standards for various industries. OMG, which has been around for over 35 years, has created standards like CORBA, used in 5 billion devices worldwide. They focus on adaptable standards, such as the Software Communication Architecture (SCA) and Systems Modeling Language (SysML), which have been adopted and modified by NASA and the Department of Defense. MacLaird emphasizes the importance of collaboration with government, industry, and academia to identify and address evolving needs. OMG's standards are free and accessible, encouraging broad participation and influence in their development.

Action Items

[ ] Finalize the release of the RFP for the Statistics Metadata Interface Interoperability standard.
[ ] Promote the upcoming release of the Standard Business Report Model standard.
[ ] Continue engaging with government, industry, and academia to identify their needs for new standards.

Outline

OMG Q1 Meeting Introduction and Purpose

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and the people behind them.
Scott thanks the audience for their support and highlights the importance of problem-solving and collaboration in the industry.
The podcast is broadcasting from the OMG Q1 meeting in Reston, Virginia, and Scott encourages listeners to visit omg.org for more information.
Scott introduces Steve, the senior vice president of government and industry strategy at OMG, and sets the stage for a discussion on government and industry strategy.

Steve's Background and OMG's History

Steve provides a brief introduction, mentioning his role at OMG and his responsibilities in government, industry, and university engagement.
OMG has been around for over 35 years and has developed standards like the Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA), which is widely used in various technologies.
CORBA is used in numerous devices, including cell phones, laptops, submarines, and satellites, with over 5 billion instantiations worldwide.
Scott asks Steve about the process of engaging with government, industry, and universities, and Steve explains the hands-on approach of meeting people and understanding their needs.

Government and Industry Collaboration

Steve shares his experience in developing software-defined radios and small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for the military.
He describes how these technologies were used in Afghanistan, allowing special operations personnel to see what was on the other side of a mountain using a laptop and a drone.
OMG's standards, such as the Data Distribution Service (DDS), have been adopted by NASA for launching rockets and by the Department of Defense for communication architecture.
Steve emphasizes the importance of collaboration with various government agencies, including the Department of Defense, NASA, and the Office of Federal Financial Research.

Adapting Standards to Changing Needs

Scott inquires about how OMG keeps its standards up-to-date with rapidly changing government needs.
Steve explains that OMG does not build shelfware and regularly reviews its standards to ensure they remain relevant.
He provides an example of how the software communication architecture (SCA) was adapted by NASA for space use and later updated for terrestrial applications.
OMG's Systems Modeling Language (SysML) is another example of a standard that has been adopted by Congress for model-based systems engineering in both the Department of Defense and NASA.

Engagement and Influence in Standard Development

Steve discusses his role in engaging with government, industry, and academia to identify needs and develop relevant standards.
He shares an example of how the Space and Missile Center adopted an alert and alarm system for satellites after evaluating an existing standard used by the C4I defensive military group.
OMG's standards are available for free on its website, encouraging membership and collaboration in the standard-setting process.
Scott asks about OMG's marketing efforts to keep users informed about updates and new standards, and Steve mentions regular marketing campaigns and awareness efforts.

Trust and Data Interoperability

Scott and Steve discuss the growing demand for standards in the era of AI and data interoperability.
Steve highlights the importance of trust in data and the need for standards to ensure data quality and provenance.
OMG is working on a standard for statistics and metadata interoperability, which will help address questions about data origin and changes.
The standard business report model, expected to be released in June, will also help in understanding the context and quality of data.

Ontology and Precise Definitions

Steve explains the concept of ontology, which is crucial for precise definitions in AI and data management.
Ontology helps in asking the right questions to get the right information, especially in different environments like agriculture, logistics, and space.
OMG has a group dedicated to precise definitions, which can be challenging and complex.
Scott expresses his admiration for the passion and dedication of OMG members in solving complex problems.

Contact Information and Final Thoughts

Scott asks Steve how people can get in touch with him, and Steve provides his email address and mentions his active presence on LinkedIn.
Scott wraps up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of OMG's work and encouraging listeners to visit omg.org to learn more.
Scott encourages listeners to be bold and brave, collaborate, and solve problems, highlighting the impact of OMG on everyday life.
The podcast concludes with a reminder to stay tuned for more conversations and to connect with Industrial Talk for future opportunities.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

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STEVE MACLAIRD'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-steve-maclaird-97967933/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/omg/posts/?feedView=all

Company Website: https://www.omg.org/

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Tom Mack and Darin Briskman with Imply

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Tom Mack and Darin Briskman with Imply about “Your IoT strategy begins and ends with data and ability to access the insights“.

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona, featuring Darin and Tom from Imply. Imply specializes in real-time analytics for IoT data, offering a database that integrates data from various sources for end-to-end solutions. They emphasize the importance of collecting and analyzing data in real-time to improve efficiency and decision-making in manufacturing and other industries. They discuss the challenges of dealing with large volumes of data, the need for clean data, and the role of historical data in contextualizing current events. The conversation also touches on the importance of user-relevant data presentation and the evolving landscape of IoT and SCADA systems.

Action Items

[ ] Reach out to Tom (VP of EMEA at Imply) to learn more about Imply's offerings.
[ ] Connect with Darin (Imply) on LinkedIn to discuss potential use cases and solutions.
[ ] Visit Imply's website (imply.io) to download whitepapers and case studies.

Outline

Overview of Imply and IoT Data Analytics

Darin explains the concept of IoT, emphasizing the importance of data in managing physical assets.
The discussion highlights the two main challenges: acquiring data and utilizing it effectively.
Imply focuses on real-time analytics and provides a database designed for IoT, offering an end-to-end solution.
Scott acknowledges the importance of data and asks for more details about Imply's offerings and partnerships.

Tom's Role and Use Cases

Tom introduces himself as the VP of EMEA for Imply, responsible for sales and implementations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Scott inquires about the use cases and how Imply's solutions can benefit manufacturers.
Darin elaborates on the importance of real-time data for quality control, supply chain management, and decision-making.
The discussion includes the need for technical infrastructure to handle streamed data and provide real-time visualization and automated alerts.

Normalizing and Utilizing Data

Scott asks about normalizing data from multiple vendors and relationships.
Tom confirms that Imply can handle data from various sources, including IoT devices, climate data, and partner supply chains.
The importance of understanding and addressing issues in real-time is emphasized to prevent negative impacts on customers and reputation.
Scott inquires about customization versus standardization, and Tom explains the standardization of data collection and processing methods.

Historical vs. Real-Time Data

Scott and Darin discuss the importance of real-time data over historical data for decision-making.
Darin explains that while historical data can provide context, the focus should be on current data to address immediate issues.
Tom shares examples of clients who had to clean up historical data to make it usable for real-time analysis.
The discussion highlights the need for fast aggregation and roll-ups to make large volumes of data manageable for human analysis.

IoT and SCADA Systems

Scott and Darin discuss the evolution of SCADA systems and their role in managing industrial systems.
Tom explains the history of SCADA systems and their expansion from electrical and water systems to various industrial applications.
The conversation touches on the importance of data-driven decision-making in the industrial world.
Tom emphasizes the need for a business-driven approach to data collection and analysis.

Electric Vehicle Chargers and Consumer Data

Tom shares a case study of Wallbox, a client in Barcelona that uses Imply's solutions for electric vehicle chargers.
The discussion highlights the importance of real-time data for triaging and resolving issues with EV chargers.
Scott and Tom discuss the consumer's interest in real-time data, such as charging times and locations.
The conversation emphasizes the need for relevant and meaningful data presentation to improve user experience.

Data Cleanliness and Relevance

Scott and Darin discuss the importance of clean data for effective analysis.
Tom advises focusing on current data rather than historical data for immediate decision-making.
Tom shares examples of clients who had to clean up historical data to make it usable for real-time analysis.
The discussion highlights the need for fast aggregation and roll-ups to manage large volumes of data.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Scott wraps up the conversation by summarizing the importance of data in decision-making.
Tom and Darin provide their contact information for listeners interested in learning more about Imply.
Scott encourages listeners to reach out to Tom and Darin and to visit Imply's website for more information.
The podcast concludes with a reminder to put the IoT Solutions World Congress on next year's calendar and a thank you to the audience.

TOM MACK'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommack1/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imply/

Company Website: https://imply.io/

DARIN BRISKMAN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briskmad/

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Claudio Cataldo and Carlos Toro with NTT Data

Scott MacKenzie — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Carlos Toro and Claudio Soarzo Cataldo with NTT Data about “Data and Analytics solutions that drive insights and operational success.”

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast featuring Claudio and Carlos from NTT DATA, discussing their work on digital twins and micro factories. Claudio, head of digital technology in Entity Data Chile, and Carlos, head of data and analytics, explain how digital twins enhance efficiency and safety in industries like mining. They highlight the importance of data management and the development of a composable digital twin methodology. Carlos introduces the concept of micro factories as training and showcasing tools, which can be used for remote monitoring and supply chain optimization. The conversation emphasizes the role of data analytics in driving industrial innovation and efficiency.

Action Items

[ ] Explore the possibility of bringing the micro factory to the OMG event in Las Vegas.
[ ] Investigate the feasibility of remotely monitoring the micro factory located in Chile from other locations.
[ ] Create a dynamic, web-based application for the OMG Capabilities Periodic Table, building on the micro factory project.
[ ] Investigate the capability to optimize operations across multiple micro factory locations.

Outline

Introduction and Welcome

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations.
Scott welcomes listeners and highlights the importance of industry professionals in solving global problems.
The podcast is broadcasting live from the OMG Q1 meeting in Reston, Virginia, with potential background noise from the event.
Scott sets the stage for the conversation with Claudio and Carlos from NTT, hinting at their significant contributions to the industry.

Background of Claudio and Carlos

Claudio introduces himself as the head of the digital technology unit in NTT Data Chile, overseeing four foundations: data and analytics, digital architecture, cybersecurity, and digital experience.
Claudio mentions the importance of digital twins and the role of Carlos in enhancing their maturity level over the past year.
Carlos provides his background, detailing his role in heading the data and analytics unit and supporting Latin region operations in various countries.
Both Claudio and Carlos emphasize the importance of digital twins as a new value offer for the company, bringing faster and better solutions to customers.

Overview of NTT DATA and Digital Twins

Claudio explains that NTT DATA is part of the Japanese entity group, originally a telecommunications company that expanded into consultancy.
The company helps clients define, implement, and transform digital transformation processes end-to-end.
Carlos discusses the importance of user needs in driving digital twin projects and the need for a composable approach to build digital twins quickly and effectively.
The conversation touches on the challenges of developing digital twins in different industries and the importance of data management and machine learning.

Challenges and Benefits of Digital Twins

Claudio shares the Chilean experience with digital twins, highlighting the benefits for mining processes, such as reducing friction, work accidents, and improving efficiency.
Scott acknowledges the cultural challenges of implementing new technologies in mature industries and the importance of leveraging data for better insights.
Carlos introduces the concept of micro factories as a training and showcasing tool for digital twins, explaining the need for a new profile of digital twin specialists.
The micro factory allows for the development and testing of services, such as connectivity to industrial protocols, and can be used for remote monitoring and marketing.

Micro Factory and Remote Monitoring

Carlos elaborates on the micro factory's role in training people and showcasing digital twin capabilities without sharing confidential data.
The micro factory can be used to test and develop new technologies, such as predictive analytics for conveyor belts, and can be replicated in different regions.
Scott expresses interest in seeing standards and work in action, emphasizing the importance of practical demonstrations.
Claudio highlights the micro factory's role in creating new talent and developing new pathways for digital twin capabilities.

Future Directions and Contact Information

Scott and the guests discuss the potential for optimizing operations across multiple micro factories and integrating supply chain capabilities.
Claudio mentions that this is a future idea for the company, focusing on different lines of production and factories.
Scott inquires about the best way to contact Claudio and Carlos, with Claudio providing the company's website and Carlos being active on LinkedIn.
The conversation concludes with Scott praising the guests' work and encouraging listeners to reach out and connect with them through the Industrial Talk platform.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

CARLOS TORO'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudio-soarzo/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ntt-data-europe-latam/

Company Website: https://www.nttdata.com/global/en/

CLAUDIO SOARZO CATALDO'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudio-soarzo/

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Darin Briskman and Josh Bartliff with Imply

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTECH and talking to Darin Briskman, Director of Technology and Josh Bartliff, Strategic Account Executive with Imply about “Highspeed, real time, data analytics supporting the demands of the utility market“. Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

The speakers discussed the significance of real-time data analytics in the utility industry, emphasizing its role in making timely decisions, avoiding cascading failures, and optimizing operations. They highlighted the need for utilities to modernize their systems to accommodate real-time decision-making, leveraging technologies such as AI and ML to analyze vast amounts of data from sensors and make decisions in sub-second intervals. The speakers also discussed the challenges of managing and analyzing large volumes of data in real-time, including the need for a database that can handle both streaming data from latest devices and traditional data from mainframes, and mentioned Apache druid as a potential solution.

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Outline

Real-time analytics importance in utilities with industry professionals.

Real-time analytics are crucial in utilities to prevent cascading failures and outages.
Darin Briskman shares his background in physics and data management, while Scott MacKenzie introduces Josh.

Real-time data analytics in utilities, prioritizing response times.

Real-time data analytics is crucial for utilities to make timely decisions and avoid cascading failures.
Utilities and IoT companies need real-time data to operate in today's fast-paced world.

Modernizing utility systems with real-time analytics and dashboards.

Josh discusses modernizing utility systems with real-time analytics and anomaly detection.
Darin: Electric industry faces challenges with managing large volumes of data from various sources, including mainframes, smart meters, and SCADA systems.
Josh: Real-time data analysis is crucial to make sense of the variety and velocity of data, but it's not always easy to do so due to the complexity of the data and the need for a robust database.

Using data analytics for efficiency in various industries, including utilities and energy.

Darin explains how Apache Druid can be used to make sense of streaming data.
Darin explains real-time dashboards and analytics applications for decision-making in various industries.
Scott MacKenzie highlights the importance of data management and real-time decisioning in critical situations.
Scott MacKenzie: Utilities must commit to greater efficiency through data-driven decisions.
Darin: Predictive maintenance can help utilities fix issues before they break, saving time and money.

Technology innovation and collaboration in the utility industry.

Scott MacKenzie and Speaker 3 discuss the growth of open source technology and its potential for revenue-bearing use cases.
Josh, a founder of the original Apache geode, open source database, shares his experience in the open source world and believes in its potential for growth.
Josh Bartlett and Darin Briskman discuss problem-solving in the utility space.

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DARIN BRISKMAN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briskmad/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imply/

Company Website: https://imply.io/

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Richard Robinson with Bloomberg

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Richard Robinson, Chief Strategist and Author with Bloomberg LP about “Open Data and Standards Development for All”.

Scott MacKenzie and Richard discuss the importance of standardizing financial data modeling to improve data quality, with Richard highlighting the challenges of keeping track of multiple identifiers for financial instruments issued by the same company. They also discuss the adoption and governance of financial data standards, with Scott MacKenzie highlighting the high demand for FIGI data and the importance of open source licensing for good governance. Richard Robinson and Scott MacKenzie then engage in a conversation about the significance of standards in the digital age, with Richard emphasizing the need for standards to ensure interoperability and facilitate innovation, while Scott expresses his amazement at the complexity of standards and their impact on everyday life.

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Outline

Open data standards for financial instruments, including FIGI and LSI legal entity identifier.

Scott MacKenzie welcomes Richard Robinson to the podcast, praising his work with OMG and Bloomberg.
Richard Robinson shares his experience with OMG, including his role as Chair of the Financial Services DTF.
Richard (Bloomberg) explains how FIGI (open data standard) addresses issue of multiple identifiers for financial instruments, making them more accessible and transparent.
Richard discusses how Bloomberg's FIGI identifier is free and open data, unlike other identifiers that require payment, and how it can help commoditize financial data.

Standardizing financial data modeling using FIGI1.0.

Richard discusses the evolution of the Financial Industry Business Ontology (FIBO) standard from a proprietary model to an open standard through the Object Management Group.
Richard explains how FIGI assigns unique identifiers to financial instruments, such as IBM common stock, to enhance data quality and provide an open way to access the data.
Richard worked with financial services companies to address the same problem of maintaining internal databases and systems to keep data quality consistent, and FIGI helps enhance that effort.

Adoption and governance of a standard for financial data.

The FIGI standard is being widely adopted with 14 billion API requests per month globally.
Keiko, a firm in France, became a certified provider for cryptocurrencies after accreditation.
Speaker discusses importance of proper identification and transparency in financial industry.

Standards and regulations in various industries.

Richard discusses importance of standards in various industries, including construction and technology.
Richard Robinson discusses the importance of standards in data wrangling at OMG Q1 meeting.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcr203/

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John Todd with Total Resource Management

Scott MacKenzie — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to John Todd, Sr. Business Consultant with Total Resource Management about “Machine Learning and the hyper focus on analyzing data”. Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

Industrial IoT security and asset management at SMRP conference. 0:00
- Palo Alto Networks offers industrial IoT security solutions with ROI of 351%.
Data analysis and its importance in various industries. 2:22
- Engineer with degree in electronics shares experience working on Deep Space Network antennas in California.
- Scott MacKenzie and John Todd discuss the importance of data analysis in business, with John sharing their experience in managing data for an Air Force contract and their current role as a business partner for IBM.
Analyzing data and making decisions. 5:57
- John discusses the challenges of analyzing large datasets, including the need to blur one's vision to see patterns and the constant flow of new data.
- John and Scott MacKenzie discuss the never-ending nature of data analysis, with new data constantly flooding in and requiring constant re-evaluation.
AI-powered insights and decision-making. 9:00
- John discusses the power of AI models in analyzing data and providing insights, highlighting their ability to find patterns and trends in multiple channels of data.
- John believes that by understanding these models and accepting the noise in the data, we can make better decisions and uncover insights that were previously unknown.
- Homeowner expresses frustration with AI-controlled sprinkler system, preferring manual control for customized results.
AI, data analysis, and maintenance management. 14:04
- Scott MacKenzie: “I have a rain gauge. If it rains, I don't need to worry about it. If it doesn't, I want that thing on.”
- John: “These new tools are just another business tool. We need to learn how to apply them and understand them better.”
- John Todd emphasizes the importance of data analysis and collection in maintenance and asset management.
- John Todd encourages industrial professionals to connect with him and industrial talk to amplify their voice and solve problems.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-q-todd-7724543/

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Chaisung Lim with Intree 4.0 Forum

Scott MacKenzie — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Chaisung Lim, Honoray Chairman, Intree 4.0 Forum about “Industry 4.0, the latest and why you need to be engaged”.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lim-chaisung-5368211a/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-iot-consortium/

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Matt Brada with Capgemini

Scott MacKenzie — Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at Accruent Insights and chatting with Matt Brada, Vice President with Capgemini about establishing trust in your data. Here are the key takeaways:

Digital transformation in retail with Capgemini VP Matt Breda. 0:03
- Matt Breda, VP at Capgemini, discusses digital transformation.
- Matt mentions that everyone at the conference is bound together by a single issue: getting work done efficiently, regardless of industry or job function.
- Scott suggests that collecting and cleaning data is heavy lifting, and there may be a rule of thumb for how far back to go when cleaning data, such as 5-7 years.
- Retail in today's digital world is about personalization at scale, with winners being those who personalize best.
Facility management technology and adoption. 6:49
- Occurrent provides facility management solutions for complex brick-and-mortar spaces, including shopping malls and office buildings.
- Matt: Waste in facility management is a top stress factor for operational managers, including unused conference rooms and wasted resources like water.
- Scott MacKenzie: The use of digital twins in facility management can help streamline operations and reduce waste through data-driven insights and automation.
- Matt: IoT sensors can predictively maintain assets, reducing costs and downtime in industries like healthcare and airlines.
- Matt: Digital twins can monitor and diagnose engine issues in real-time, reducing the need for physical inspections and improving efficiency.
Digital twin technology and asset management. 14:12
- Industry moving towards predictive engineering management, using digital twins and data analytics to improve maintenance and monitoring.
- Matt discusses use of Monte Carlo simulations for asset management and predicting costs.
- Capgemini's Matt Brada discusses AI-powered chatbots for industrial maintenance and repair.

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Ramesh Gulati and Klaus Blache

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at Accruent Insights and chatting with Klaus Blache, Director with the University of Tennessee and Ramesh Gulati, Reliability Sherpa with Reliability X about a forward looking perspective in asset management and reliability. Here are the key takeaways:

Industrial innovations and trends with an experienced professional. 0:04
- Scott Mackenzie interviews Klaus and Ramesh, industry professionals at Accruent User conference in Nashville.
- Nashville local shares memories of past conferences with colleague Ramesh, highlighting their long-standing professional relationship.
AI, data collection, and digital twins in asset management. 3:13
- Scott MacKenzie and an Ramesh speaker discuss the rapid advancement of technology, particularly in the field of computing.
- Klaus shares a humorous anecdote about implementing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) in the 1990s, highlighting the challenges of transitioning from mainframe to PC-based systems.
- Scott MacKenzie: AI is here to stay, but there are moral concerns associated with its use.
- Klaus: AI will continue to improve, but there's a need for regulation to address cybersecurity concerns.
AI, technology adoption, and education in asset management. 8:16
- Scott MacKenzie: AI can mimic voices accurately, but adoption is slow due to people's inability to keep up with technology (40 mph vs 100 mph).
- Ramesh: Practical tools haven't kept up to help make right decisions on the plant floor, with a third of supervisors lacking necessary computer skills (NSC).
- Scott MacKenzie expresses concern about traditional education's ability to keep up with technology's rapid pace, citing the need for more industry-specific training.
- Klaus notes that while enrollment in higher education is decreasing, there is an increasing demand for upskilling and outreach to industry, leading to more focus on reliability and maintainability.
Optimizing asset use and implementing new technology in reliability profession. 14:29
- Dean of local colleges discusses need for practical reliability program certifications, despite cost concerns.
- Ramesh: Implementation is the main challenge in Industry 4.0, not the technology itself.
- Scott MacKenzie: Industry 5.0 focuses on resilience, sustainability, and human-centric decision-making.
- Young professionals are excited about implementing augmented reality solutions in reliability, with older professionals cautioning the need for proper training and preparation.
Asset management and reliability. 20:51
- Scott MacKenzie is fascinated by the question “Why can't we just do it on our phones?” and Klaus provides examples of virtual reality training simulators for first responders and welding.
- Ramesh emphasizes the importance of culture and preparing people for new technologies, and mentions that internships are a good way to do this.
- Reach out to Ramesh and Klaus for asset management and reliability insights.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramesh-gulati-90739a20/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reliabilityx/

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Nikunj Mehta with Falkonry/IFS

Scott MacKenzie — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is chatting with Nikunj Mehta, Founder and CEO of Falkonry/IFS about “Enterprise AI – Establishing Trust and the Power of AI to your Enterprise Asset Management”. The following are some key takeaways for our conversation:

Introduction. 0:04
- Industrial assets operate at their optimal condition.
- How technology and innovation can truly solve the challenges of today's market, and how it's happening at a pace that is so rapid.
Nikunj Background. 3:51
- Nikunj introduces himself.
- Growing up as the son of a factory worker and specifically a steel-producer.
- How Falkonry started in the resource-intensive industrial space, and why he wanted to do something different.
- How Nikunj came to the conclusion that there was something more to be gained from the data that was already being pulled from computers.
- The industrial world and time series data.
How do you find the golden nuggets in the data? 10:00
- The silicon valley story is preceded by the san francisco story, and it took them a long time to figure out what can help them find the gold.
- The human condition is biased.
- Donald Rumsfeld used to talk about unknown unknowns, and since then it has entered the pantheon of technical jargon that takes everybody's head for a spin.
- Falkonry has become primarily about surfacing known unknowns and unknown unknowns. It is a software approach to find unknown unknown's.
- The platform sits on top of the operations on level two, and is able to see what is going wrong in the plant.
- False positives are not a problem.
It doesn’t cost as much to review anomalous behavior. 17:17
- It doesn't cost as much effort to review something and say that it doesn't make sense.
- It is learning what behaviors arise and how to predict behaviors and incorporate normal behavior.
- Falkonry has signed an agreement to be acquired by ifs, and it will take to the end of Q4.
- Falkonry has been serving in the area of production and process optimization.
- APM is a field that many analysts have written off, but enterprise asset management has created sustainable long-term businesses.
- Enterprise asset management approach is more holistic and global.
The problem with enterprise asset management and smart manufacturing. 24:16
- Ai aims to streamline workflows and minimize inventory of parts over time and reduce the number of people required to serve a supplier.
- APM has been around for 20 years.
- Introducing something that is not part of his thinking, but now all of a sudden he has to rethink and change the way he looks at manufacturing.
- Quality of life issues for the bottom-up.
- People need to be able to trust AI until that adoption is not possible, and that trust requires bottom-up experience, studies and examples from their own world.
- Once people can trust vibration analyst, the change management process is as simple as previously thought.
How to get a hold of Nikunj. 30:51
- Trust is something that is so powerful, and in a past life, nick dealt with trust from a data collection perspective.
- How to get a hold of nick. He can be reached through the falconry newsletter and LinkedIn, and is happy to make himself available through his website.
- People and trust are more important than algorithms and methods, and it is people and trust that tells you how much progress has been made.

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Daniel Spahr with Stream Analyze

Scott MacKenzie — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Quick summary of the conversation:

Scott and Daniel are at the IoT Solutions World Congress, a conference that brings together technology, people, and companies to solve problems and collaborate.
Daniel is the CEO of Stream Analytic, a company that provides an analytics platform that can be deployed on any device. The platform allows businesses to do AI on the edge, rather than sending all their data to the cloud.
This can save businesses money on data transfer and storage costs. It can also improve the speed and accuracy of decision-making.
Daniel and Scott discuss the challenges of managing data and how Stream Analytic can help businesses make better decisions with their data.

Here are some key points from the conversation:

The amount of data being generated is growing exponentially. This can make it difficult for businesses to manage their data and make informed decisions.
Sending all data to the cloud can be expensive and time-consuming. Stream Analytic allows businesses to do AI on the edge, which can save them money and improve the speed of decision-making.
Stream Analytic is a flexible platform that can be used in a variety of industries. It is easy to deploy and use, and it can be customized to meet the specific needs of each business.

Overall, the conversation between Industrial Talk and Daniel Spahr highlights the benefits of using Stream Analytic to manage data and make better decisions. If you are a business that is looking for a way to improve your data management, then Stream Analytic is a great option.

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Prasad Naik with Saviant Consulting

Scott MacKenzie — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is speaking with Prasad Naik, Vice President, Technology and Innovation at Saviant Consulting about “What smart instrument an equipment manufactures need for laying an MLOps foundation”. Get the answers to your “MLOps” questions along with Prasad's unique insight on the “How” on this Industrial Talk interview!

PRASAD NAIK'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prasadnaik/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saviant-consulting/

Company Website: https://www.saviantconsulting.com/

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Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/

Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/

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Fabrice Delouche with Binalyze

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 10 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Fabrice Delouche, Senior Sales Director at Binalyze about “Automated Digital Forensics”. Learn about this cyber security solution along with Fabrice's unique insight into the cyber security technology on this Industrial Talk interview!

FABRICE DELOUCHE'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabrice-delouche-32b86680/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/binalyze/

Company Website: https://www.binalyze.com/

PODCAST VIDEO:

THE STRATEGIC REASON “WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST”:

OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES:

NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us

Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/

Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/

Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/

Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html

Industrial Marketing Solutions: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/

Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/

Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/

We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/

YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX:

LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/

Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link

Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/

Industrial Academy (One Month Free Access And One Free License For Future Industrial Leader):

Business Beatitude the Book

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Mike Brattain with Systems X

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

On this week's Industrial Talk we're onsite at FABTECH in Atlanta, GA and talking to Mike Brattain, Account Executive with Systems X about “Manufacturers must secure their business to succeed”. Get the answers to your “Cyber” questions along with Mike's unique insight on the “How” on this Industrial Talk interview!

MIKE BRATTAIN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikecharlesbrattain/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/systemsx/

Company Website: https://www.systems-x.com/en-us/

PODCAST VIDEO:

THE STRATEGIC REASON “WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST”:

OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES:

NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us

Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html

Industrial Marketing Solutions: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/

Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/

Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/

We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/

YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX:

LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/

Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link

Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/

Industrial Academy (One Month Free Access And One Free License For Future Industrial Leader):

Business Beatitude the Book

TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES!

Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

PODCAST TRANSCRIPT:

SUMMARY KEYWORDS

business, conversation, companies, cybersecurity, industrial, cyber, manufacturers, Systems X, secure, mike, absolutely, security, find, people, industry, attack, digital transformation journey, put, manage, data

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