The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Revolutionizing Retail with Ambient IoT Feb 13, 2024

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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 episode for tech and commerce enthusiasts.

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Lighting Up Supply Chains with TrackVision AI Jan 23, 2024

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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 evolving tech landscape. Illuminate the future of supply chain with TrackVision AI on this week’s episode!

Curt’s Top 3 Songs:

A Day in the Life, The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usNsCeOV4GM

Baby Blue, Bad Finger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbILy-bCN4M

Sunday Morning Coming Down, Johnny Cash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9DuLnd7Tqw

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Beyond the Chip: RFID Innovations from EM Microelectronic Jan 09, 2024

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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 competing RF technologies.

Pierre’s Top 3 Songs:

Mack the Knife by Louis Armstrong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28ULUQgxJ5M

Is This Love by Bob Marley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=co2FK0WbXX0

In The End by Linkin Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mZURD3LAW0

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One of the IoT’s Latest Buzzwords: Digital Product Passports Dec 26, 2023

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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 a "must have," impacting global brands and combating greenwashing. We’ll uncover DPP standards, such as GS1, and how it authenticates transactions, providing a guide to navigating sustainability, digital innovation, and the future of informed choices. Stay ahead with Mr. Beacon!

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Access Granted: Exploring RFID, IoT, and the Future of Connectivity Dec 12, 2023

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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 various industries, and Amir's involvement with the nonprofit Gentlemen of OC.

I recommend that you check out the website. https://gentlemenofoc.com/

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Navigating Healthcare Visibility with Vizzia Technologies Nov 28, 2023

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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 billing.

I hope you enjoy this episode with Andreas, I found it fascinating. And if you want to read more about Andreas’ transition from Architecture to hospital IoT software products, check out his Substack here: https://www.wiredandinspired.co/p/how-architecture-prepared-me-for-product

Songs:

Wide Open Spaces by the Dixie Chicks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Qgt2ODdwEU
Into The Great Wide Open by Tom Petty https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqIgErOT6hg
Emmylou by First Aid Kit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxp6sdHJ8kA

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Unveiling IoT Innovations with SODAQ's Ollie Smeenk Nov 14, 2023

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This week on Mr. Beacon we have Ollie Smeenk, co-founder of SODAQ, back on the podcast. SODAQ is a Netherlands-based IoT hardware company that makes thin-powered tracking and sensing tags that improve medicine and asset monitoring. Ollie discusses the advantages of NB IoT over regular cellular networks for IoT applications as well as SODAQ's business model. Ollie shares his vision for the future of IoT tracking technology, including printable solutions and mobile phone gateways. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

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IBM Food Trust: Transforming the Future of Food Safety and Supply Chains Oct 31, 2023

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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.youtube.com/watch?v=9g2eU9YGwWQ

“Amo Soltanto Te” by Andrea Bocelli and Ed Sheeran: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZeciQCNU4c

“Forever Like That” by Ben Rector: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZAtb8FT9QQ

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Revolutionizing Healthcare Asset Tracking with Blyott Oct 17, 2023

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Welcome to the Mr. Beacon Podcast! Gery Pollet, Founder of Blyott, is back to discuss his mission to revolutionize healthcare equipment tracking. Blyott's innovative Bluetooth tags address healthcare's unique challenges in a 9.5 trillion-dollar industry. They offer heat-resistant tags, paper battery tags and tiny tags. Discover implementation challenges and a compelling use case. Join us in this discussion on Blyott's role in healthcare innovation!

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Navigating the Future of Quick Service Restaurants and IoT Oct 03, 2023

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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

Stairway to Heaven, Led Zeppelin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHFxncb1gRY

I Can Only Imagine, MercyMe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fajw_f44sc0

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