The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast
Proximity and location technologies are key to the Internet of Things (IoT) and are causing our digital and physical worlds to converge. Mr. Beacon is a series of interviews with the leaders of companies that are at the center of this revolution. Steve Statler wrote "Beacon Technologies", a survival guide for people that want to design solutions that use Bluetooth beacons to create experiences that combine location awareness with the power of cloud computing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
This week on the Mr. Beacon podcast we have Steve Gorretta, VP of Marketing at Rigado. We’ll talk about Rigado's Cascade Bluetooth gateway, navigating the complexities of IoT deployment and its transformative impact on industries like grocery. Gain insights into managing IoT data with scalable software solutions and driving efficiency. Join us as we unravel the future of IoT deployments and the crucial role of management solutions ...
This week on Mr. Beacon, we interview Marty Beard, Co-Founder/CEO of alwaysAI. The company employs computer vision for practical AI solutions, focusing on areas like mining efficiency and retail enhancement while addressing privacy concerns. We discuss the significance of multimodal AI and compare alwaysAI with ChatGPT. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of technology, strategy, and philosophy, envisioning a future shaped...
Join us on Mr. Beacon as Thaddeus Sergura, VP of Data Products at Wiliot, discusses the transformative power of ambient IoT in retail, live from NRF. Explore how low-cost devices revolutionize data acquisition, replacing unreliable inventory methods. We’ll challenge handheld scanners' efficiency and debate the pros and cons of subscription models. Reshape retail experiences and redefine industry standards in this must-listen ...
This week, guest Curt Schacker, Co-Founder of TrackVision AI, joins us to discuss supply chain visibility. Discover how TrackVision AI tackles challenges through EPCIS 2.0 and Digital Link, promoting interoperability and simplifying collaboration.
Explore applications like food safety and carbon tracking, challenging traditional methods. Curt's insights, inspired by his work on the Hubble Space Telescope, shed light on the...
This week on Mr. Beacon, we delve into the world of RFID innovation with Pierre Muller from EM Microelectronic. Recorded at the AIPIA SHOW in Amsterdam, we explore EM Microelectronic's roots, UHF and NFC dynamics.
We cover topics ranging from dual-frequency chips, sustainability in smart packaging, and the RFID RAIN Alliance's role. Uncover the intricacies of the semiconductor industry, and potential synergies between comp...
In this episode of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, Dominique Guinard, VP of Innovation at Digimarc, discusses the concept of Digital Product Passports (DPP). With the potential to disrupt the US, DPP originates from the EU's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, DPP empowers consumers with vital information on product carbon footprints, revolutionizing conscious consumerism.
Dominique explores the shift from a "nice to have" to...
Welcome to the Mr. Beacon Podcast! In this episode, Amir Khoshniyati, VP and GM of IoT Business at Identiv, discusses the latest in RFID and IoT innovation. He shares updates on Identiv's business, the launch of their cloud software, bitse.io, and highlights the company's evolution from access control. Amir delves into the dual focus on RFID and IoT devices. The conversation explores battery-assisted pixels, asset tracking in vario...
This week on Mr. Beacon, we explore healthcare tracking tech with Andreas Stavropoulos. Director of Product at Vizzia Technologies. Learn how he creates cutting-edge software, ensuring transparency in healthcare. Discover real-world scenarios, information transmission methods, and innovative use cases like asset tracking. Uncover challenges hindering RTLS adoption and the revolutionary role of Bluetooth tags in medical supply...
This week on the Mr. Beacon Podcast we welcome IBM's Wiggs Civitillo to discuss IBM Food Trust. This innovative project, powered by blockchain technology, enhances food safety and sustainability in supply chains. Explore the impact of GS1 and EPCIS standards, as well as the collaboration with iFoodDS, poised to revolutionize global food traceability.
Song links:
“And Your Bird Can Sing” by The Beatles: https://www.youtu...
In this Mr. Beacon episode, we delve into Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and how the IoT is revolutionizing them, featuring insights from independent consultant Rick Buttner. We discuss QSR efficiency, supply chain tech, and the pressing FSMA 204 deadline, shedding light on how IoT is reshaping this dynamic industry.
Song links:
Hotel California, The Eagles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n04BL8pzFc8
This week on Mr. Beacon, we're talking with Garrett Kinsman, Co-Founder at Nodle, a company revolutionizing networks of IoT devices. Nodle connects physical and digital worlds using smartphone and Bluetooth tech. Nodle keeps data decentralized while rewarding users/contributors with crypto. Learn about their new N1 prototype, an IoT device with a sticker form factor. If you're into wireless networks and IoT, don't miss this episode...
In this episode of Mr. Beacon Podcast, I chat with Julie McGill, VP of Supply Chain Strategy at Trustwell, exploring food safety and traceability. Trustwell links food and data for better supply chain control. Learn about traceability, recalls, and protocols ensuring safe food. We’ll talk about EDI, Blockchain, FSMA Section 204, and much more on this episode of Mr. Beacon!
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This episode we have on the Senior Product Marketing Manager from Bluetooth SIG, Kayla Myrhow, and together, we're diving into a rapidly growing segment of IoT which is changing retail and spreading the connectivity that is a back bone of ambient IoT; Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) powered by Bluetooth technology.
From discussing the Bluetooth ESL standard, its secure and stable attributes, to exploring the adoption of ESLs in t...
In this episode of Mr. Beacon, we discuss food safety with Frank Yiannas, former Deputy Commissioner of Food Policy & Response for the FDA. We’ll explore the transformative Section 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act, aiming to enhance food traceability. Frank's insights shed light on the urgency for improved measures after past foodborne illness outbreaks. Join the conversation to learn how this law is shaping a saf...
Today we’re joined by HaiLa Technologies. We talk with Charlotte Savage, the visionary Founder, about their ultra-low-power communication platform, Wi-Fi backscatter, and their mission to create battery-free IoT devices. Explore the future of Wi-Fi protocols and their commitment to environmental sustainability.
Check out their website: https://www.haila.io/about-us
Song links:
Dream On - Aerosmith: https://www.youtube.com/...
On this week’s Mr. Beacon, we further explore the indoor navigation space with IndoorAtlas CEO Erik Piehl. Using Earth's magnetic field and smartphones, IndoorAtlas offers GPS-like experiences indoors, with less infrastructure, simplifying navigation for businesses in any building type.
Song links:
Red Barchetta by Rush: https://youtu.be/_LXKZq0fYDw
Indestructible by Disturbed: https://youtu.be/Hj2vU2nr5Jw ...
In this episode, we sit down with Bill Ritchey, the Senior Director of Strategy at Farm To Plate, a pioneering organization that is transforming the way food supply chains operate. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of connecting manufacturers, distributors, and consumers with advanced technologies and strategies.
Song links:
Let it be, The Beatles: https://bit.ly/44bDQzl
Dream on, Aerosmith: https://bit.ly/46f...
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