About Mocana Podcast

"Mocana" means to set the connected world free. Mocana's Mission is to protect families, cities and countries by enabling devices of every kind to be trustworthy and run securely and freely.

Mocana Podcast strives to deliver, through digital media, the education and increased awareness necessary to equip its listeners with 21st century tools, ideas and applications. Mocana's mission to protect countries, cities and families will be thoroughly discussed and explained within very lively, inspiring and motivating interviews. Listeners will develop deeper understanding of Mocana's vital role in securing trustworthy devices for all sectors of industry and daily life because Mocana makes protection personal...its about YOU.

Kieran Gilmurray with Technology Transformation Group

11/11/2024 |

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast, emphasizing education, collaboration, and innovation. He interviews Kieran Gilmurray, an expert in business technology with 30 years of experience. They discuss generative AI, highlighting its potential in industries like manufacturing. Kieran explains that generative AI, unlike traditional AI, allows for natural language queries and is more accessible and cost-effective. He stresses the importance of AI literacy, change management, and strategic business planning. Despite the hype, Kieran advises focusing on practical applications and ensuring AI is tied to business goals. He encourages continuous learning and collaboration to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Doug Trout with Precision Metalforming Association (PMA)

11/08/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to Doug Trout, Director at Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) about “PMA providing tools for manufacturing success”.

Scott MacKenzie and Doug Trout discuss the importance of collaboration and innovation in the manufacturing industry, highlighting the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and its role in supporting industry professionals. They emphasize the value of trade shows like Fabtech, where exhibitors and attendees can connect, share knowledge, and showcase the latest technologies. Trout, the director of exhibitions, explains his role in organizing the metal forming section of FABTECH, which includes metal stamping, tool and die press automation, and robotics. He underscores the significance of having demonstrable products and the power of face-to-face interactions in fostering business relationships.

Gilles Mepossi Noutcha with Accruent

11/07/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Gilles Mepossi Noutcha, Vice President at Accruent about “Comprehensive solutions for managing telcom assets”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial talk podcast episode featuring Gilles Mepossi Noutcha, General Manager for the Sites Portfolio at Accruent. Mepossi discusses two of Accruent's products: Lucernex, a real estate management software for retailers, and Siterra, which manages telco tower assets. Lucernex helps retailers optimize their real estate portfolios by managing lease terms, project management, and lease accounting. Siterra assists telco companies in managing their tower assets, including lease management and joint usage. Mepossi also highlights Accruent's compliance with international lease accounting standards and their customer-centric approach, emphasizing global market knowledge and post-sale support.

Claudio Cataldo and Carlos Toro with NTT Data

11/04/2024 |

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.

Stan Schneider with Real-Time Innovations

11/01/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Stan Schneider, CEO at Real-Time Innovations (RTI) about “Autonomous vehicles and real solutions for the future”.

Scott MacKenzie and Stan Schneider discuss the latest advancements in autonomous vehicles and teleoperation at the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Schneider highlights the complexity of autonomous systems, noting that true autonomy is a spectrum and may take years to achieve. He explains the shift from traditional ECU-based vehicles to software-defined vehicles, which reduce wiring and increase computational power. Schneider also outlines RTI's role in creating intelligent, distributed systems, emphasizing the importance of low-latency, real-time data processing. He shares examples of RTI's projects, including NASA's launch control and Canada's air traffic control, and stresses the need for new architectures to handle modern challenges.

Pete Mansel with Accruent

10/30/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Pete Mansel, CSO at Accruent about “Providing a comprehensive technology suite to address today’s asset challenges”.

Pete Mansel, Chief Sales Officer at Accruent, discussed the evolution of their global sales strategy, emphasizing integrated solutions to meet client needs. He highlighted the importance of connected workflows and reducing vendor reliance. Mansel shared a success story of a pipeline company centralizing their engineering documents, which took nine months and continues with ongoing enhancements. He noted trends such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, and the regulatory landscape, particularly in Australia and New Zealand. Mansel also touched on the application of AI in predictive maintenance and the need for automation due to labor market challenges.

Linda Fanaras with B2B Brand180 Podcast

10/28/2024 |

Linda Fanaras, host of the B2B Brand 180 podcast, interviews Senthil Kumar, founder of SEO with Sentl, about his Five Step Jump Start SEO system. Senthil shares his success in ranking for over 100 keywords on Google's first page and earning over a million in revenue from his art studio using SEO and word of mouth. He emphasizes the importance of starting with less competitive keywords, understanding SEO fundamentals, and creating high-quality content. Senthil advises businesses to focus on keyword research, on-page optimization, and backlink building. He also simplifies SEO terminology and offers a free five-step SEO checklist on his website.

Justin Wilson and Erik Hendriks

10/25/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Justin Wilson and Erik Hendriks  about “Data Distribution Service (DDS) the middleware that enables the free flow of data”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts a podcast celebrating industrial professionals and their innovations. At the OMG SQ1 meeting in Reston, Virginia, he interviews Erik Hendriks and Justin Wilson about DDS (Data Distribution System). Erik, a senior architect at ZettaScale, has been involved with DDS for 20 years. Justin, a principal software engineer at Unity Foundation, explains the open-source implementation of DDS. DDS enables efficient data transfer without the need for applications to know the transport details. It supports a publish-subscribe model, ensuring data reliability and scalability. The conversation highlights DDS's role in modern data-intensive applications and its future focus on scalability, big data, and security.

Kristi Flores with Accruent

10/23/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Kristi Flores, CMO at Accruent about “It’s all about listening and solving today’s customer’s challenges”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial talk podcast episode featuring Christie Flores, head of marketing and SVP of partner programs at Accruent. Christie discusses the importance of customer engagement and collaboration at the Accruent Insights 2024 conference in San Antonio, highlighting the event's significance for the company and its 500 attendees. She emphasizes the company's focus on innovation, user-friendly products, and cloud-first strategy. Christie also mentions the integration of AI and machine learning, supported by Ford of, to enhance business operations across various departments. The conversation underscores the value of community, networking, and continuous improvement in technology.

David Klotz with Precision Metalforming Association

10/22/2024 |

Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to David Klotz, President at Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) about “Supporting the metalforming community for manufacturing success”.

Scott MacKenzie and David Klotz discuss the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and its role in the manufacturing industry. They highlight the impact of Hurricane Milton on Fabtech Orlando, noting a strong turnout of 16,000 attendees on the first day, with a total expected attendance of 30,000. PMA represents over 1,000 member companies, focusing on metalforming, fabrication, and AI integration. They emphasize the importance of AI in reducing quoting times and the role of PMA in providing training and networking opportunities. PMA also publishes a magazine and offers various resources to its members.

Mocana Events:

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Industrial Academy:

The world is changing fast! Industrial businesses are juggling every facet of business maintenance and growth, ranging from technological/digital media adaptations to cash flow management and operational efficiency challenges. How do industrial business leaders stay current while managing growth and casting vision for the future? The answers could be found in a learning environment, but never before has there been a place for continuing education in the industrial business arena. UNTIL NOW…

The INDUSTRIAL ACADEMY IS HERE. Finally there is a clearinghouse for all things industrial to assist the business leader. Course offerings provide up-to-date applicable information in business development, technology, finance, operations and leadership presented in an engaging, movement-oriented manner by those in the know. These professionals don’t just talk the talk. They walk the walk with purpose and passion for building not just the industrial business but also the people who make things happen.

The Industrial Talk Podcast family looks forward to learning and growing with you!