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Send us a textIn this episode of Embedded Insiders, we're joined by Principal Analyst at global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, Reece Hayden, to discuss the recent global tariffs, and the effects of this on supply chains, manufacturing costs, and expansion. Next, Ken sits down with Jun Kawaguchi, global marketing executive for the Secure Flash product family at Winbond, to discuss the challenges of securing today's AI, automotive, and industrial embedded systems.For more information from ABI about the global tariffs, check out the whitepaper, Navigating Tariff Turbulence in the Technology Sector.For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

IndustryWeek Senior Technology Editor Dennis Scimeca discusses which plant technologies are cool and fun to discuss, and which ones offered the best, measurable real-world results for manufacturers in 2024. Joining him are: Paul Miller, VP and principal analyst, Smart Manufacturing & Future Mobility, Forrester Research Ryan Martin, senior research director for Digital Transformation, ABI Research

Western authorities I.D. a key member of Evil Corp. A major U.S. water utility suffers a cyberattack. ODNI warns of influence campaigns targeting presidential and congressional races. A California deepfakes law gets blocked. Europol leads a global effort against human trafficking. Trinity ransomware targets the healthcare industry. Qualcomm patches a critical zero-day in its DSP service. ADT discloses a breach of encrypted employee data. North Korean hackers use stealthy Powershell exploits. On our Threat Vector segment, David Moulton and his guests tackle the pressing challenges of securing Operational Technology (OT) environments.  Machine Learning pioneers win the Nobel Prize.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. Threat Vector Segment In this segment of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, hosts cybersecurity experts Qiang Huang Chung hwang, Palo Alto Networks VP of Product Management for Cloud Delivered Security Services, and Michela Menting, Senior Research Director in Digital Security at ABI Research, discuss the pressing challenges of securing Operational Technology (OT) environments.  Join us each Thursday for a new episode of Threat Vector on the N2K CyberWire network. To hear David, Michela and Qiang's full discussion, check it out here.  Selected Reading Police unmask Aleksandr Ryzhenkov as Evil Corp member and LockBit affiliate (The Record) American Water, the largest water utility in US, is targeted by a cyberattack (Associated Press) US Warns of Foreign Interference in Congressional Races (Infosecurity Magazine) US Judge Blocks California's Law Curbing Election Deepfakes (BankInfo Security) Global Police Track Human Traffickers in Online Crackdown (Infosecurity Magazine) Recently spotted Trinity ransomware spurs federal warning to healthcare industry (The Record) Qualcomm patches high-severity zero-day exploited in attacks (Bleeping Computer) ADT says hacker stole encrypted internal employee data after compromising business partner (The Record) North Korean Hackers Employ PowerShell-Based Malware With Serious Evasion Techniques (Cyber Security News) ‘Godfather of AI' shares Nobel Prize in physics for work on machine learning (CNN) Share your feedback. We want to ensure that you are getting the most out of the podcast. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey as we continually work to improve the show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of you listening might be thinking that Wifi 6 only launched a couple of years ago, and, well, you'd be forgiven for doing so. Launched in 2020, its rollour was hamstrung by COVID and the standard only became dominant in the last year or two. But now there's a new standard: WiFi 7. It's due to be ratified by the end of this year, although it's already appearing in certain products. It promises a huge boost to the speeds and latency of Wifi, giving a wired-like experience.So, is it time to upgrade… again? This week we're joined by Darrel Rhodes. He's a Consulting Systems Engineer at HPE Aruba Networking. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrel-rhodes-42b4961/Sources and statistics cited in this episode: ABI Research on the rollout of wifi 6: https://www.abiresearch.com/market-research/insight/7778686-industrial-wi-fi-6-rollout-still-slow-but-/Trendforce report on the rollour of Wifi 6: https://www.trendforce.com/presscenter/news/20220126-11107.htmlThe Wi-Fi alliance: https://www.wi-fi.org/ARIA investigation into Earth cooling: https://www.aria.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ARIA-Actively-cooling-the-earth-programme.pdf

Some of you listening might be thinking that Wifi 6 only launched a couple of years ago, and, well, you'd be forgiven for doing so. Launched in 2020, its rollour was hamstrung by COVID and the standard only became dominant in the last year or two. But now there's a new standard: WiFi 7. It's due to be ratified by the end of this year, although it's already appearing in certain products. It promises a huge boost to the speeds and latency of Wifi, giving a wired-like experience.So, is it time to upgrade… again? This week we're joined by Darrel Rhodes. He's a Consulting Systems Engineer at HPE Aruba Networking. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrel-rhodes-42b4961/Sources and statistics cited in this episode: ABI Research on the rollout of wifi 6: https://www.abiresearch.com/market-research/insight/7778686-industrial-wi-fi-6-rollout-still-slow-but-/Trendforce report on the rollour of Wifi 6: https://www.trendforce.com/presscenter/news/20220126-11107.htmlThe Wi-Fi alliance: https://www.wi-fi.org/ARIA investigation into Earth cooling: https://www.aria.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ARIA-Actively-cooling-the-earth-programme.pdf

Some of you listening might be thinking that Wifi 6 only launched a couple of years ago, and, well, you'd be forgiven for doing so. Launched in 2020, its rollour was hamstrung by COVID and the standard only became dominant in the last year or two. But now there's a new standard: WiFi 7. It's due to be ratified by the end of this year, although it's already appearing in certain products. It promises a huge boost to the speeds and latency of Wifi, giving a wired-like experience.So, is it time to upgrade… again? This week we're joined by Darrel Rhodes. He's a Consulting Systems Engineer at HPE Aruba Networking. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrel-rhodes-42b4961/Sources and statistics cited in this episode: ABI Research on the rollout of wifi 6: https://www.abiresearch.com/market-research/insight/7778686-industrial-wi-fi-6-rollout-still-slow-but-/Trendforce report on the rollour of Wifi 6: https://www.trendforce.com/presscenter/news/20220126-11107.htmlThe Wi-Fi alliance: https://www.wi-fi.org/ARIA investigation into Earth cooling: https://www.aria.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ARIA-Actively-cooling-the-earth-programme.pdf

In this special episode of Will 5G Change the World, presented in partnership with NETSCOUT, we continue our exploration of telco AI. Beyond the technological challenges to adoption, there are a number of key considerations around organizations and operating models. As operators reinvent as platform providers, this has major implications for the workforce. And following this platform approach, the foundation of a horizontal model is infrastructure, where AI has an important role to play in broader automation efforts. And, looking ahead, investments today in cloud-native and AI will set the stage for the evolution on to 6G. This episode features expert commentary from technologists with ABI Research, Orange, Red Hat and VIAVI Solutions.

Could a no-code, highly customizable Manufacturing Execution System (MES) be the game-changer the EMS industry needs? Join me for an insightful conversation with Matthias Andersson, the founder and CEO of MTEK Industry AB, as he shares the revolutionary features of their MBrain product. Mattias provides a behind-the-scenes look at the development journey of MBrain, detailing how it stands out in the crowded MES market with its rapid deployment capabilities. These are some of the features that led to MTEK being named a Global Leader in the MES space, and an Innovation Leader by ABI Research!We discuss the significant challenges faced by traditional MES systems and highlight a compelling case study where a customer achieved zero defect production within just 100 days, underlining MBrain's efficiency and impressive time-to-value.In another segment, we shine a light on the transformative potential of AI in manufacturing utilizing Microsoft's latest innovation, Microsoft Fabric, exploring how Fabric's data integration and analytical capabilities can impact manufacturing processes. We discuss the strategic alliance between Microsoft and MTEK, which promises mutual benefits and opportunities. As we trace the evolution from Industry 4.0 to today's AI-centric approaches, personal anecdotes from the Nokia days in the '90s illustrate the impressive advancements in the field. Tune in to understand how combining deep domain knowledge with AI expertise can drive meaningful digital transformation and process improvements in manufacturing.Like every episode of EMS@C-Level, this one was sponsored by global inspection leader Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Adaptable Automation Specialist Launchpad.build (https://launchpad.build).You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

Over the last nearly 100 episodes of Security Breach we've discussed a wide range of strategies for protecting the manufacturing enterprise. But perhaps the most polarizing of these has been Zero Trust. While some unwaveringly champion the cause of this approach, others question the ways in which it is typically deployed. Perhaps this dichotomy is best represented in Palo Alto and ABI Research's The State of OT Security report. It found that 93 percent of those surveyed were familiar with Zero Trust, and 87 percent found the approach to be the right fit for protecting OT environments. However, half of those participating in the research also stated that there are practical blockers that prohibit implementation. In the end, like most things in the cybersecurity world, the answer lies in striking a balance between restricting access and implementing safeguards against time-consuming processes. In this episode I talk to Roman Arutyunov, Co-founder and SVP of product at Xage Security, about zero trust and a number of other topics, including:How cybersecurity needs to be viewed as both a productivity and protection tool.Overcoming the "it won't happen to me" mindset.The sector's over-reliance on VPNs and firewalls.Why manufacturing is missing regulatory guidance, and why that will change in the short-term.Improving responses to attacks, including ransomware..How AI can play a key role in shrinking the attack surface.Avoiding tool implementations that can be an "inverse pyramid of pain."To catch up on past episodes, you can go to Manufacturing.net, IEN.com or MBTmag.com. You can also check Security Breach out wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Amazon and Overcast. And if you have a cybersecurity story or topic that you'd like to have us explore on Security Breach, you can reach me at jeff@ien.com.To download our latest report on industrial cybersecurity, The Industrial Sector's New Battlefield, click here.

Our guest on this week's episode is Don Hicks, CEO of Optilogic. We saw during the pandemic how badly our ports were jammed with all of the many imported goods we needed and wanted to keep us happy while stuck in our homes. The congestion had eased a bit in the past year or so, but now things are beginning to jam up again. What's causing that congestion? Our guest has some answers as well as advice on how to deal with these new problems.  Software giant Microsoft Corp. and the German supply chain management and e-commerce solution provider Arvato  plan to team up to develop plans for what they call a “self-managing warehouse of the future.” They call this the “Moonshot” research project, and say it will be powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and cloud computing.Shipments of autonomous industrial lift trucks are expected to double from 2024 to 2025 in North America and Europe, driven by a declining industrial workforce and related demand for automated and tech-connected equipment. That's according to data from global technology research firm ABI Research, which was released earlier this month. We discuss their projections and what's behind trend. Supply Chain Xchange  also offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.  Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe and to listen to past and future episodes.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:OptilogicDemand for automated forklifts to grow as warehouse labor issues persistMicrosoft and Arvato to design self-managing warehouse of the futureGet episode transcriptsVisit Supply Chain XchangeListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Xchange's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.comPodcast is sponsored by: Equipment DepotOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITYTop 10 Supply Chain Management Podcasts

Peggy Smedley and Michael Larner, industrial and manufacturing research director, ABI Research, talk about rejuvenating local manufacturing communities—and what is really happening. He says it ultimately means one of two things. They also discuss:          How ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and sustainability issues fit in with this conversation.          How data factors into this conversation.          The alignment between IT and OT.   ABI Research

Peggy Smedley talks about the 8 billion people currently living in our world—and 26%, which is the amount of global greenhouse gas emissions that originate from the built environment. She says we need to consider how to create a sustainable and resilient built environment through circular practices. She also discusses:         The potential annual net profit gain if we do this one thing.          How carbon dioxide abatement for six key building materials can help.          What needs to happen to move to a circular built environment. Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy Smedley and Michael Larner, industrial and manufacturing research director, ABI Research, talk about rejuvenating local manufacturing communities—and what is really happening. He says it ultimately means one of two things. They also discuss:          How ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and sustainability issues fit in with this conversation.          How data factors into this conversation.          The alignment between IT and OT.   ABI Research

Peggy Smedley talks about the 8 billion people currently living in our world—and 26%, which is the amount of global greenhouse gas emissions that originate from the built environment. She says we need to consider how to create a sustainable and resilient built environment through circular practices. She also discusses:         The potential annual net profit gain if we do this one thing.          How carbon dioxide abatement for six key building materials can help.          What needs to happen to move to a circular built environment. Peggy Smedley Show

Peggy Smedley and Adhish Luitel, senior analyst, ABI Research, talk about what it means to shore up the supply chain. He says it varies, but the simplest way to shore up the supply chain would be to reshape a supply chain to improve resilience.  They also discuss: The main reasons to shore up a supply chain. The importance of looking at the end-to-end aspect of the supply chain and modernizing the supply chain. The upcoming holiday season and shoring up the retailer supply chain, as an example. abiresearch.com  (10/17/23 - 843) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Adhish Luitel, ABI Research This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy Smedley and Adhish Luitel, senior analyst, ABI Research, talk about what it means to shore up the supply chain. He says it varies, but the simplest way to shore up the supply chain would be to reshape a supply chain to improve resilience.  They also discuss: The main reasons to shore up a supply chain. The importance of looking at the end-to-end aspect of the supply chain and modernizing the supply chain. The upcoming holiday season and shoring up the retailer supply chain, as an example. abiresearch.com  (10/17/23 - 843) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Adhish Luitel, ABI Research This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

"It just boggles the mind that things that are so important to how our world works are so shockingly unprotected."According to ABI Research, less than five percent of critical industrial infrastructure is monitored for threats. The company also reports that by 2030 industrial environments will house more than 1.2 billion connection points for machines and production systems. So, while it's impossible to be in all places at all times, this growth in connectivity will place a greater strain on security resources even after prioritizing data and network assets, and focusing on the most pressing potential vulnerabilities. Throw in data from Rapid, the largest API hub in the world, showing that over 60 percent of API users are in manufacturing, and it becomes easy to understand how the industrial attack surface continues to expand and create new opportunities for the bad guys.These are dynamics that our guest for today's episode knows all too well.  Huxley Barbee is the Security Evangelist at runZero, a leading provider of cyber asset management solutions. To catch up on past episodes, you can go to Manufacturing.net, IEN.com or MBTmag.com. You can also check Security Breach out wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Amazon and Overcast. And if you have a cybersecurity story or topic that you'd like to have us explore on Security Breach, you can reach me at jeff@ien.com.To download our latest report on industrial cybersecurity, The Industrial Sector's New Battlefield, click here.

Harvey Berman is the executive vice president at Abi Research, a global intelligence research firm. Based in Austin, Texas, Harvey heads up the global sales group and focuses on forward-looking transformative technologies such as AI, AR VR industrial manufacturing, electric vehicles, and metaverse.   Key Takeaways: - Build strong relationships and outwork everyone to succeed in sales - Embrace AI to become more efficient and effective - Share AI knowledge with the team to improve overall success - Continuous self-improvement is the key to success and inspiring others - Trust is crucial in business today - Making personal connections and having face-to-face conversations is still important despite the need for technology.   You can connect with Harvey through linkedin: linkedin.com/in/harvey-r-berman-9b802215 Enter our monthly drawing for an insulated High Tech Freedom tumbler - www.hightechfreedom.com/mug Host Contact Information - Chris Freeman LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/chrisfreeman Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chris.freeman.9461

The total commercial and industrial robot base is currently estimated to be 3.5 million units in 2022, according to the International Federation of Robotics. ABI Research expects this number to grow to more than 20 million by 2030. Perhaps the even more impressive news is the forecast by ABI Research that by 2024, the industrial manufacturing sector will have installed over 15 million AI-enabled devices.“Global robot installations grew tremendously throughout 2021 and have continued to do so in 2022, reaching record levels for industrial and collaborative robots,” explains ABI research director Lian Jye Su. He concedes that this recent boom is expected to fade a bit in 2023 due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and inflation.In this PodChats for FutureIoT, Su discusses the latest trends in industrial automation, artificial intelligence and robotics in Asia.1.       Describe the state of industrial automation in Asia in 2023?2.       How has robotics technology evolved in recent years? (types and applications)3.       Beyond Korea and Japan, how are other markets in Asia adopting/deploying robotics?4.       Most “hardware” robotics use cases are designed to perform a single specific task (for example moving goods or welding components). As AI and machine learning mature, do you ever see robotics taking on more sophisticated functions? 5.       Are cobots a sign of things to come?6.       In IT, we've seen the rise of “as-a-service”, what will robotics-as-a-service look like?7.       The terms industrial IoT, industry 4.0 and robotics – how are all these connected? 8.       Where are the hurdles in the evolution of robots or robotics in industrial applications?9.       What is your advice for organisations looking to integrate advances in robotics into operations further?

Dom Bonte, a vice president at ABI Research, joins the program to discuss a new report produced by his organization showing global public and private investment in green urban infrastructure are expected to increase from $606 billion in 2022 to $978 billion in 2030. Why the boom? What are the main types of green urban infrastructure? What are the benefits for cities? How are "digital twins" being used to plan, design, manage and maintain green infrastructure? We discuss. (01/2023)

Dom Bonte, a vice president at ABI Research, joins the program to discuss a new report produced by his organization showing global public and private investment in green urban infrastructure are expected to increase from $606 billion in 2022 to $978 billion in 2030. Why the boom? What are the main types of green urban infrastructure? What are the benefits for cities? How are "digital twins" being used to plan, design, manage and maintain green infrastructure? We discuss. (01/2023)

Is the manufacturing sector ready for private wireless networks? Many companies across a variety of industries are now testing and validating private wireless technology through proof of concepts and field trials to understand its benefits. Nokia, in conjunction with ABI Research, recently conducted a survey of more than 1,000 senior executives in organizations across manufacturing segments including automotive, machinery, metal fabrication, electronics, consumer goods, chemical and oil and gas.  More than 90% said they were considering 4G/5G as part of their mission-critical, control, and communications network upgrades, while 38% said they would use 4G/5G as their primary technology supporting mission-critical operations.    Is there widespread commercial deployment yet? There is clearly considerable interest across many manufacturing sectors. As well as field trials, some manufacturers have driven ahead with commercial deployments. However, the adoption process is still at a very early stage.  One reason is that manufacturers typically have a long factory asset lifecycle, which by definition makes the adoption of new technology a slow process. Also, manufacturers are under constant pressure to keep up with demand and production schedules. Introducing downtime by implementing new technology is not an option.  It must also be remembered that 5G is an emerging technology designed specifically around industrial applications. Many of the features and functionality that manufacturers want still lie in the future – such as time-sensitive networking, high-accuracy location and positioning, and 5G industrial IoT.  There will also be a delay while standards are defined, and while chipset manufacturers produce the silicon for these features and functionality, which then has to be integrated into the relevant machines. All this means that it may be a while before we see widespread adoption.  What will the benefits of private networks be for manufacturing? The adoption of private wireless networking, together with edge computing, will be a foundational next-generation infrastructure that will enable manufacturers to become more productive and flexible.  It will deliver the ability to upgrade processes that existing technologies use, such as machines being tethered to an ethernet cable, or wireless systems that work only with a certain type of technology, such as Bluetooth or LoRa.  LTE/5G private networks are poised to harmonize and simplify future network operations for manufacturers. They will also enable the deployment of more automation, such as mobile robots that can increase the speed and throughput of material handling. Such networks facilitate the use of HD video for inspection for quality control, which brings reduced waste and increased output that help to meet sustainability goals.  One of the most important benefits is in the area of worker safety, which is of primary importance to manufacturers. Equipping teams with personal protective gear fitted with wireless sensing devices, for example, means supervisors can be alerted to a hazardous situation such as a gas leak.  Examples of Nokia enabling industrial sites to deploy private wireless Butachimie, an operator with a chemical plant in France. It wanted to reduce production costs and simplify its overall manufacturing processes. In partnership with Orange Business Services, Nokia deployed a private 4G wireless network solution that supported systems such as closed-caption TV, push-to-talk, push-to-video, and industrial IoT sensing. Arcelik, a multi-national appliance manufacturer, where Nokia participated in the deployment of Turkey's first 5G-ready private wireless network at a washing machine manufacturer. Alibaba, the largest retail e-commerce company in the world, for which Nokia deployed a private wireless network in a 30,000-square-meter warehouse connecting more than 100 automatic guided vehicles that delivered a sizeable increase in efficiency.  Five tips for a manufacturer considering the deployment of cellular infrastructure Do not delay in starting this journey. With the world situation unstable, there are persuasive reasons to hold off deployment – but there may never be an ideal time to get under way. Start with a few use cases where improvement is most urgently needed.  Define your KPIs for success – and make sure you get buy-in from IT and OT within your organization. All your teams will have to be on board to enable successful adoption. Select use cases that have achievable results within a relatively short space of time – ideally, in less than 12 months. For example, replacing a legacy Tetra voice network with an LTE network that supports video and high-speed data rates can deliver tangible benefits almost immediately. Add some industrial IoT sensors to existing machines and processes that are experiencing higher than expected down times. By combining the data generated with that produced by the machines already, you should improve your condition-based monitoring and be able to roll out predictive maintenance programs.  After your initial success, you can graduate to more advanced use cases such as the introduction of autonomous mobile robots to improve overall efficiencies.   Above all, your deployment journey does not have to be undertaken alone. There is a burgeoning ecosystem of partners with the technical knowledge and expertise that will work to understand your business needs – trust them with your digital transformation process.

Telcos must adapt to avoid being squeezed out of the burgeoning network-as-a-service (NaaS) market, claims a new report.According to ABI Research, . Telcos must adapt to avoid being squeezed out of the burgeoning network-as-a-service (NaaS) market, claims a new report. According to ABI Research, the NaaS market is primed for growth. It expects that by 2030, nearly 90 percent of global enterprises will have migrated at least 25 percent of their network infrastructure to be consumed within a NaaS model. The growth is being fuelled by increasing enterprise demand for cloud-native agility, multi-cloud accessibility, and services that can dynamically scale to support digital transformation. This demand, the analyst firm reckons, means the NaaS market could be worth as much as $150 billion by 2030. Telcos, provided they are in a position to capitalise, could snag up to $75 billion of that sum. “Telcos must seize the opportunity to dominate the NaaS market, as revenue generated from connectivity provision will continue to decline. However, their investment strategy, business, operational, and ‘go-to-market' models are not ready to deliver a competitive NaaS solution,” said Reece Hayden, distributed and edge computing analyst at ABI Research, in a statement on Tuesday. “The market is immature and highly fragmented, but telco market revenue will exceed $75 billion by 2030 if they act now and transform technology, culture, and structure to better align with the requirements of the NaaS market.” When Hayden refers to technology, he means telcos should virtualise their network infrastructure to offer cloud-native services. They should also focus investments on network automation, and roll out value-added services like 5G slice-as-a-service, for example. In terms of culture, ABI said telcos need to develop vertical-specific sales strategies and adopt a consultative process to help bridge the gap between enterprises' awareness of NaaS, and their understanding of it. “To drive short-run sales, suppliers must educate and tailor their sales strategy to focus on first adopters – start-ups and SMEs – and specific verticals,” Hayden said. Finally when it comes to structure, ABI recommends telcos reduce internal fragmentation, focus on cross-business service continuity, and establish strong partnerships across the industry. “Although it seems like an expensive and risky uphill battle, developing NaaS will be crucial to the long-term upside,” Hayden said. And if telcos don't get their collective act together, interconnection providers and hyperscalers will be only too happy to fill the void. ABI notes that the likes of cloud connectivity providers Megaport and Packet Fabric already offer agile NaaS solutions, while Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure have extensive cloud-focused NaaS offerings and huge reach. “Telecom operators remain in the best position to lead the market as long as they recognise their service and innovation limitations, invest and restructure successfully, and focus their messaging appropriately,” Hayden said. However, “if telcos miss this opportunity and drop the ball, interconnection providers and hyperscalers will be waiting and willing to catch it.”

Previously fixtures of the video game landscape, smart goggles and virtual reality headsets are being used today by organizations to train and onboard employees. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Eric Abbruzzese, a VR research director at ABI Research, to discuss how the advent of virtual reality is beginning to shape the workplace.Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts.This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by UKG.Music courtesy of bensound.

Designing the future of civilization is no small task. Our guest Michael Jansen, founder and CEO of Cityzenith, is a pioneer of digital twin technology. These emerging computer models are poised to transform how we test our assumptions about the impact of new designs and policies before making the changes in the real world. If you've heard of the Metaverse, Cityzenith's Urban Digital Twin 3D virtual models will sound familiar. Instead of providing an escapist fantasy world where avatars can dance and play games, digital twins offer a metaverse where data scientist and architects can test how the real world will respond to low-carbon strategies. Among other projects, Michael and his team have created digital twins of Las Vegas, Phoenix, and a new capital city in an Indian province.According to ABI Research, the use of digital twins in urban planning is expected to deliver $280 billion in savings globally by 2030. Ernst & Young also projects that over the same time, modeling technology can reduce urban carbon emissions by more than 50%, and lower the cost of operating buildings by 35% while improving productivity by 20%. We will be hearing more about digital twins in the news, and it will be important to understand their limits and how computer models can be improved to yield even more insight into the future of the built environment. You can learn more about Cityzenith at https://cityzenith.com/

In This Podcast, Jim & Stewart Will Demystify the Reality of What It Takes for Today's Companies to Transform Tomorrow's Results. If You're Not Planning Your Future, Someone Else Is….Global Competition for Time, Talent & Treasure Are Changing Faster Than Ever Before So You Can't Afford to Be Left Behind. You Will Ride the Wave in Your Market or Get Crushed By its Force.It's Your Choice…Join Jim & Stewart and their guests for the ride of your life creating your future history!

In This Podcast, Jim & Stewart Will Demystify the Reality of What It Takes for Today's Companies to Transform Tomorrow's Results. If You're Not Planning Your Future, Someone Else Is….Global Competition for Time, Talent & Treasure Are Changing Faster Than Ever Before So You Can't Afford to Be Left Behind. You Will Ride the Wave in Your Market or Get Crushed By its Force.It's Your Choice…Join Jim & Stewart and their guests for the ride of your life creating your future history!

Cellular service providers are shutting down their 3G networks this year, a shift that could impact legacy wireless systems that some fleets are still using, some experts say. The 3G networks are being shuttered to free wireless spectrum for existing 4G LTE and still-expanding 5G networks. The move will support growth for systems, devices and applications that need more bandwidth for improved speed and latency. However, it will cause service issues for fleets using 3G-connected systems for equipment such as electronic logging devices. ABI Research on Feb. 14 released a report that estimated at least 350,000 Class 8 trucks nationwide will be affected by the overall shutdown of 3G networks.

The first industrial robots appeared in the early 1960s and were initially optimized for production lines. These days, innovation in robotics is progressing rapidly as sophisticated localization and mapping enables improved robotic mobility, and as new levels of flexible manipulation allow robots to perform more specialized tasks. Rob and Jackie sat down recently with Rian Whitton, a strategic technologies analyst at ABI Research, to discuss the evolution of robotics and the prospects for accelerating productivity gains. Related:Robert D. Atkinson, “In Defense of Robots,” National Review, April 2017.Robert D. Atkinson, “Robotics and the Future of Production and Work” (ITIF, October 2019).Robert D. Atkinson, “The Case Against Taxing Robots” (ITIF, April 2019).

According to ABI Research, the market for metal payment cards is expanding rapidly and is expected to reach 90 million cards (cumulative) by 2025. In addition, CompoSecure, the category leader in metal payment cards, and Nok Nok Labs, the co-founder of the FIDO Alliance and leader in passwordless authentication, recently revealed they would bring to market the first Internet ID and Payment Card that can be used as a virtual ignition key for the authentication of a user into any digital service on any device. This new offering will combine Nok Nok's passwordless, secure and scalable authentication server with CompoSecure's three-factor authentication technology and patented metal NFC hardware to ensure a high level of security on any device or card. In addition, all transactions using the CompoSecure internet ID and payment card will be enabled to be used for either a POS or a card-not-present transaction. Other everyday use cases for the card include cryptocurrency transactions, eGaming, online gambling, and identity verification applications. Phil Dunkelberger joins me in a conversation about the recent announcement and shares insights from his career in tech. About Nok Nok Nok Nok is a trusted leader in passwordless consumer authentication to the world's largest organizations. Delivering the most innovative authentication solutions in the market today, Nok Nok empowers global organizations to improve the user experience to access digital services, while meeting the most advanced privacy and regulatory requirements. The Nok Nok™ S3 Authentication Suite integrates into existing security environments to deliver a proven, cost-effective, future-proof and standards-based passwordless consumer authentication solution. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, the company has delivered unique inventions and innovations that are protected by a robust global patent portfolio. As a founder of the FIDO Alliance and an inventor of FIDO specifications, Nok Nok is the expert in deploying standards-based authentication, and its industry leading customers and partners include BBVA, DDS, Inc., Ericsson, Fujitsu Limited, Hitachi, Intuit, Lenovo, MTRIX GmbH, NTT DATA, NTT DOCOMO, OneSpan, SoftBank, T-Mobile and Verizon.

Edge computing and edge processing are key to the future of Smart Home, but realizing the full potential of the opportunity means optimizing a range of technologies and garnering support across a remarkably broad ecosystem. In this episode of the Smarter World Podcast, guest host Jonathan Collins, research director for Smart Home and Smart Health Coverage at ABI Research, discusses the topic with Tom Pannell, senior marketing director at NXP and Karl Jonsson, senior director of product management for smart home at Belkin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peggy and Malik Saadi, managing director and vice president, strategic technologies, ABI Research, talk about the state of 5G. He says the networks have evolved through incremental technology improvements, which has enabled applications to gradually make their way to our mobile phones. They also discuss: Examples of how 5G can expand business opportunities. Which approach is better: build it and they will come or build the technology for the pain points? The education needed within the enterprise. abiresearch.com (07.20.21 - #729) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Malik Saadi, managing director and vice president, strategic technologies, ABI Research, talk about the state of 5G. He says the networks have evolved through incremental technology improvements, which has enabled applications to gradually make their way to our mobile phones. They also discuss: Examples of how 5G can expand business opportunities. Which approach is better: build it and they will come or build the technology for the pain points? The education needed within the enterprise. abiresearch.com (07.20.21 - #729) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Ransomware attacks draw headlines when they take down major operations: hospitals, cities and most recently, a US fuel pipeline. Not only do cybercriminals scam businesses demanding large sums of money or they'll wreak havoc on their computer systems, this week's gas shortages showed how it can also have broader impacts.But ransomware against individuals — specifically, anyone who uses the internet — can also be very damaging. Hackers can lock computers and threaten to delete or expose sensitive information and photos in exchange for money.The concept predates the widespread adoption of the internet. In the late 1980s, the inventor of ransomware attacked the attendees of the World Health Organization's international AIDS conference with infected floppy disks, asking for $189 to decrypt files on their computers. Nearly three decades later, the US Justice Department recently said 2020 was "the worst year to date for ransomware attacks." Security experts believe attacks against both corporations and individuals will only continue to grow because they're easy enough to execute and people are paying.Here's what to do if you've fallen victim and how to protect yourself.How it happensCriminal organizations behind ransomware attacks don't care if the victim is an individual or a business — they just want to get paid. Ransomware is often obtained through social engineering — an act of someone stealing personal data by using information gleaned from their social media account — phishing emails or getting someone to click on a link on a website. It's especially prevalent on pornography and pirate websites that promise free viewing. Ransomware kits are also sold on the dark web, a part of the internet not detected by search engines where cybercriminals often sell and buy illicit materials.Older computers running operating systems that are no longer supported by the manufacturer, such as Microsoft's Windows 7, and don't offer security updates are more susceptible, as well.Once the ransomware has been clicked, a hacker can gain access to that computer and demand a ransom to relinquish control. Because the system locks as soon as it's infected, it's not possible to negotiate with the criminal. Many times, hackers will urge people to pay with cryptocurrency, such as bitcoin, which can be received anonymously and is harder to trace.The biggest motivating factor behind these incidents is money, and sometimes a criminal will use fear tactics, such as threatening to publicly expose sensitive photos, to entice people to pay. "When criminals attack individual users, they often ask for small amounts of money, as they know most individuals can't or won't pay thousands of dollars to get their data back," said Randall Magiera, cybersecurity expert and professor of information technology at Tulane University.What to do if you've fallen victimThe FBI's general guidance is that victims should not pay a ransom. "The FBI does not support paying a ransom in response to a ransomware attack," according to the FBI website. "Paying a ransom doesn't guarantee you or your organization will get any data back. It also encourages perpetrators to target more victims and offers an incentive for others to get involved in this type of illegal activity."If a hacker gets a credit card number and goes on a shopping spree, a bank can often reverse the charges, but the use of cryptocurrency makes funds nearly impossible to get back. Some common malware infections can be reversed with existing cybersecurity tools but many cannot."Ransomware groups evolve their tactics generally when they see that cybersecurity tools can counter them," said Michela Menting, research director at ABI Research. Some security researchers have tools to decrypt ransomware, but they're not always reliable because many ransomware versions exist.People who are hit with ransomware should treat their computer as though it's compromised even after it's been unlocked. "This is because y...

On today’s podcast: NIO Q4 and FY2020 Delivery Update Tesla (TSLA) announces a new battery cell deal with Panasonic Lucid Motors to expand Saudi presence, scouting retail locations 2021 marks entry of EVs into automotive mainstream No Driver’s License to Ride This Electric Bike Driving three of JCB's finest earth movers   Show #951   Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Sunday 3rd January. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to.   Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they’ve built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It’s a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too.     NIO Q4 AND FY2020 DELIVERY UPDATE NIO began deliveries of the ES8, a 7-seater flagship premium electric SUV, in China in June 2018, and its variant, the 6-seater ES8, in March 2019. NIO officially launched the ES6, a 5-seater high-performance premium electric SUV, in December 2018 and began deliveries of the ES6 in June 2019. NIO officially launched the EC6, a 5-seater premium electric coupe SUV, in December 20     NIO delivered 7,007 vehicles in December 2020, increasing by 121.0% year-over-year NIO delivered 17,353 vehicles in the three months ended December 2020, increasing by 111.0% year-over-year NIO delivered 43,728 vehicles in 2020 in total, increasing by 112.6% year-over-year Cumulative deliveries of ES8, ES6 and EC6 as of December 31, 2020 reached 75,641   They say: " The innovative Battery as a Service (BaaS) model has shown popularity among our users since its launch. With the 100kWh battery pack offered as an option, the penetration of BaaS has reached over 40% among new orders in December. At the fourth NIO Day scheduled on January 9th, 2021, we will unveil our new sedan model and share the latest development of our autonomous driving and other core technologies"   https://ir.nio.com/news-events/news-releases/news-release-details/nio-inc-provides-december-fourth-quarter-and-full   TESLA (TSLA) ANNOUNCES A NEW BATTERY CELL DEAL WITH PANASONIC   As per Tesla SEC filing: "On December 29, 2020, Tesla, Inc. and Tesla Motors Netherlands B.V. (together, “Tesla”) and Panasonic Corporation of North America and Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. (together, “Panasonic”) entered into a 2021 Pricing Agreement (Japan Cells) (the “Agreement”), effective as of October 1, 2020 until March 31, 2022, relating to the supply by Panasonic of lithium-ion battery cells manufactured by Panasonic in Japan. The Agreement is subject to the Supply Agreement between Tesla and Panasonic (and/or their respective affiliates) dated October 5, 2011, as amended, and sets forth, among other things, specific terms with respect to pricing, production capacity commitments, purchase volume commitments and planned investments over the term of the Agreement."     "Tesla (TSLA) has announced a new battery cell deal with Panasonic through an SEC filing today. It’s the latest of many recent moves from Tesla in an attempt to secure a large battery cell supply to support its ambitious expansion goals." writes Electrek: "Historically, the cells that Panasonic has been supplying Tesla with from Japan have been for the Model S and Model X programs. Recently, Panasonic disclosed that they were starting production of new battery cells with better performance for Tesla."   No indication which cells these are. Lots of speculation it means Panasonic are making the new 4680 form factor cells.  The Plaid edition will use those cells with no indication the other S/X models will change from 18650.   I say no to anyone else making the 4680 cells. So much of the IP will sit with Tesla. They are still perfecting the dry electrode process, there's no reason they'd hand over that knowledge to any other battery producer.   https://electrek.co/2021/01/04/tesla-tsla-battery-cell-deal-panasonic/   LUCID MOTORS TO EXPAND SAUDI PRESENCE, SCOUTING RETAIL LOCATIONS "Lucid Motors, the Californian electric vehicle (EV) carmaker part-owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), is scouting out locations for retail sales outlets in the Kingdom, CEO Peter Rawlinson told Arab News. Although many compare Lucid to Tesla, Rawlinson called Lucid the first EV to compete with traditional luxury manufacturers such as Mercedes, BMW and Porsche. " says Arabnews.com: "In terms of the carmaker’s immediate partnership with the Kingdom, the CEO said his teams are scrutinizing possible locations in Saudi Arabia to open retail outlets — what Lucid calls “Studios” — for their luxury EVs.  Rawlinson said a major priority is to address the public’s concerns over affordability and “range anxiety,” noting that Lucid’s vehicles offer as much as 517 miles on a charge. He said Lucid will bring down costs through efficiencies and technology improvements focused, in part, on improving the battery performance and reducing battery size."   https://www.arabnews.com/node/1786091/business-economy   2021 MARKS ENTRY OF EVS INTO AUTOMOTIVE MAINSTREAM "Global tech market advisory firm ABI Research sees growth in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in 2021. ABI Research’s whitepaper “68 Technology Trends That Will Shape 2021,” says that EV owners will experience the shift of environmentally conscious motorists to “typical automotive consumers.” In this regard, original equipment manufacturer (OEMs) will need to develop more innovative approaches to the life cycle management of EVs." according to BackendNews.com: “This transition from niche to the mainstream will be built on the introduction of low-cost EV models that satisfy the typical mileage requirements at an acceptable price point,” said James Hodgson, principal analyst, Smart Mobility and Automotive at ABI Research. “Smart charging technologies, support for occasional Direct Current (DC) fast charging, and battery management will be critical in supporting mainstream consumers in their transition from ICEs to EV ownership.”   https://backendnews.net/2021-marks-entry-of-evs-into-automotive-mainstream-abi-research-says/   KOREA’S EV MARKET POISED FOR TAKE-OFF IN 2021 "For South Korea’s electric vehicle business, 2020 apparently served as a turning point with global players such as Tesla on the up and up and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic raising the alarm about environmental pollution by internal combustion engines. The number of newly registered passenger EVs here came to 32,268 as of November, according to the Korea Automobile Manufacturers Association." according to The Korea Herald: "On the export front, EVs logged 112,254 units in accumulated figures as of end-November, up 67.2 percent from a year earlier. the Environment Ministry has outlined the EV subsidy program for this year, saying that it will continue to provide the allowance for car priced below 60 million won ($55,147), while halving the amount for those priced 60 million won or more. Luxury models that are priced at 90 million won or more will likely be exempted from the fiscal support. he nation’s largest automaker Hyundai Motor is set to roll out the Ioniq 5, its crossover utility vehicle that adopts an EV-exclusive platform E-GMP. As the expected market price comes to 50 million won, the model is likely to appeal to potential purchasers."   http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20210103000154   NO DRIVER’S LICENSE TO RIDE THIS ELECTRIC BIKE "In keeping with the ‘eco’ wave that is sweeping across the country, a Hyderabad-based startup named Atumobile has launched an electric bike that can go 100 kilometers on a single charge. Its user does not need a driver’s license either as it is a low-speed motorcycle that has been certified by the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT)." reports The Better India.con: "The ATUM 1.0 is a performance-oriented bike that is designed like a vintage cafe-racer bike. It weighs 35 kilograms but has a sturdy build and goes at a maximum speed of 25 km/ hour.  Prakash Choudhary, a well-known YouTuber, who tests and reviews two-wheelers, tried out the ATUM 1.0 early in October 2020. He said that it is a unique design introduced to the Indian market, and the Electric Bike resembles a regular motorcycle in “every way except for the speed”."   DRIVING THREE OF JCB'S FINEST EARTH MOVERS "Once I’ve got a basic grip of its controls, I discover the 19C-1E is as capable of scooping up rubble and scurrying around on its tracks as I imagine its fossil-fuelled equivalent, the 19C-1, to be. Just like an electric car, torque is instant, resulting in effortless shovelling. Its four lithium ion batteries pack enough power to last a full working shift and can be rapid-charged in 2.5 hours." reviews Autocar: "Not only can the 1E work outdoors but it can do so at night without disturbing anyone. Its biggest advantage, though, is that it can work in emissions-sensitive environments and inside buildings without requiring expensive air extraction systems.” It’s a proper little mole. And flicking a switch brings its two tracks closer together, enabling me to drive it down a narrow ramp. 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In the first episode of Season Two, we take a pulse on commercial transportation and telematics. Susan Beardslee, Principal Analyst, Freight Transportation and Logistics at ABI Research, discusses last mile, the supply chain and economic recovery.

The buzz: “The potential value unlocked by AI in helping design out waste in a circular economy for food is up to $127 billion a year in 2030…for consumer electronics is up to $90B a year in 2030.” mckinsey.com As industrial manufacturers begin or continue to embrace innovative technologies, important challenges emerge. What role does a commitment to sustainability play in their business decisions, especially in the current business climate? If they decide to contribute to the circular economy, how can they do it meaningfully? And how do they ensure they are using Artificial Intelligence applications ethically? Our panel will discuss these questions from multiple perspectives to discover the business case for embracing and embedding sustainable and ethical practices into the manufacturing process. We'll ask Lian Jye Su at ABI Research, and Georg Kube and Elvira Wallis at SAP for their take on Manufacturing of the Future: The Central Role of Sustainability, AI and Ethics.

“In 2018, manufacturers began the shift toward servitisation…from selling products to selling the outcome or value that products deliver and guaranteeing product uptime…The transformation process doesn't happen overnight. However, the benefits of servitisation are incredibly attractive.” (supplychaindigital.com) Yes, industrial manufacturers were shifting towards new business models before the coronavirus global pandemic. But now it's even more important to ensure the relationship with their customers does not end at the time of delivery. New business models that position industrial manufacturers as service providers are ensuring ongoing revenue streams, as well as a deeper and more profitable customer interaction. These models include active monitoring, predictive services and even pay-by-outcome services. Today, in this COVID-19 recovery time, we'll ask Michael Larner at ABI Research and Ankit Sharma at SAP how manufacturers can embrace servitization as a key pillar of growth.

The buzz: “A shift toward customer-centricity seems like a no-brainer. Where the vast majority of manufacturers struggle is understanding what a customer-centric strategy means. To simplify the primary objective of moving to a customer-centric based strategy, manufactures should develop products, content, how-to videos, packaging and systems… for the end-user of the products and ultimately create a direct relationship with them” (dorngroup.com). Manufacturers increasingly need to focus on the end user and their experiences if they are to grow their business. Caring about the needs of customers has become even more important in the age of COVID-19. As the recovery begins, manufacturers need to discover customer intention and predict demand accurately. How to meet this daunting challenge? Form strategic partnerships to make this mission a reality. We'll ask Ryan Martin at ABI Research and Gustavo Millan at SAP for their nsights on Making Customer-Centric Manufacturing A Reality.

On this episode Harvey Berman - VP Global Sales @ ABI Research joins me to talk about his story! A passion for the military lead him to the US Naval Academy, from there he continued to serve in the world of sales with stops in Southern California and now Rhode Island. Had a lot of fun recording this one, so enjoy!YOUR INTENTION MATTERS - because that's the result you'll tend to get.

A week ago, it'd be easy to dismiss foldable smartphones as a trend that never became a full-on fad. After all, Samsung's Galaxy Fold model, at nearly $2,000, famously broke for early reviewers, and the newly-launched $1,500 Motorola RAZR flip phone -- twice the cost of an iPhone 11 -- touts mostly lacklustre features, including a small battery and plastic screen.But Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip phone, announced Tuesday at a press event in San Francisco, could be the device that breathes new life into the buzzy concept that borrows heavily from designs of the past.The 6.7-inch smartphone folds into a square about half its size, with a small rectangular display on the front cover for notifications. It comes in three colours — purple, black and gold — and goes on sale Friday February 14 in select stores and online.At $1,380, the Z Flip is far from affordable, but with a new, sturdier design and almost as much computing power as the Samsung flagship smartphone, the company could be onto something."After years of complacency in the smartphone market, waiting for some design innovation, there is little doubt that foldable smartphones are set to become the next technology innovation trend," said David McQueen, research director at tech advisory firm ABI Research. "Despite the obvious and immediate issues with getting them to market -- notably high barriers to entry, extreme hardware innovation, seamless user experiences and current eye-wateringly high prices -- foldable displays are set to become an important form factor in future product portfolios bringing much needed innovation into device design."Beyond the nostalgia factor, there's a lot of appeal in a phone that shrinks in size and shuts close. At a time when smartphones light up and scream for us to grab them with each notification, snapping the device down is a refreshing change. (Like the RAZR, the Z Flip features a small display on the front so you can still see notifications come through if closed.)Upon first impression, the Z Flip is the clear standout in the emerging foldable phone wars. Unlike the RAZR's plastic display, the Z Flip features a layer of ultra-thin glass that opens and snaps into place with ease. It packs a powerful processor and decent battery life and does most of what you'd expect from a smartphone these days. The Galaxy Z Flip stays true to its name by adopting the clamshell design typical of flip phones (the Galaxy Fold folded vertically outward, similar to a book).The change to the hinge here is critical: It now features a small, internal brush-like system to push out debris and opens and snaps into place with ease. (Samsung claims it can open up to 200,000 times without damage.)The downside of making the hinge horizontal, however, is a noticeable crease that resides in the centre of the display, where users are often swiping and opening apps; you can both see it and feel it. It's a reminder that manufacturers are still trying to figure out how to approach the design. It's rumoured that Apple could be working on a foldable concept, as well.But for now, it's hard to get over the price -- something that will likely pigeonhole it as a niche product. It's only $20 less than the high-end Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, which boasts 5G capabilities, a super responsive touchscreen and an incredibly powerful set of cameras. Considering the Flip Z's price is $600 less than the Galaxy Fold, it signals Samsung is trying to figure out its place in the market.Another key factor in determining the price is materials; the original Fold was basically two thin smartphones sandwiched on top of each other."This time it's one smartphone cut in half, so there are some price savings to be had," said Ramon Llamas, a director at research firm IDC. "Samsung continues to see an opportunity to differentiate itself in an otherwise copycat market and still make some money off of it. It already has the innovation chops and the manufacturing capabilities to do this themse...

All'iRex 2019 – International Robot Exhibition Fanuc ha presentato CRX-10iA, il primo nato di una nuova famiglia di robot collaborativi. Parliamo poi di uno studio di ABI Research sulla diffusione dei robot mobili nel 2030.

"eCommerce’s Impact on Logistics Technology: Susan Beardslee with ABI Research" Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 230 Broadcast Live from eft’s Logistics CIO Forum, a Reuters Event In Austin, TX This episode features Susan Beardslee. Susan, Principal Analyst at ABI Research, also known as "the truck lady", provides global freight transportation and logistics research coverage, including commercial vehicle hardware, software, business strategy and multi-modal service models. She leads research on emerging areas such as electrification and alt-fuels, prognostics, " as a service" offerings and supply chain data management solutions. Susan’s background includes relevant experience in embedded technologies and IoT, advanced automotive, transport, and UAVs. She previously worked for Intel and ON Semiconductor and held a variety of positions with other semiconductor manufacturers and suppliers. She assumed roles in market research, as well as strategy, operations management, competitive analysis, and IT, including cyber-security management. Learn more about ABI Research: https://www.abiresearch.com/ Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-beardslee-a9a1aa3/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ SCNR to Broadcast Live at CSCMP Atlanta Roundtable Event: https://tinyurl.com/y43lywrd Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/event/80 SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/ SCNR to Broadcast Live at AME Atlanta 2020 Lean Summit: https://www.ame.org/ame-atlanta-2020-lean-summit 2020 Atlanta Supply Chain Awards: https://www.atlantasupplychainawards.com/ SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube The Latest Issue of the Supply Chain Pulse: https://conta.cc/2rLkO5Y Check Out News From Our Sponsors The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog Spend Management Experts: https://spendmanagementexperts.com/ APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/ Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/ Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/ ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/ This episode is hosted by Greg White and Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-230

For the last First Things First episode of the 2018 season, I put together some of the best lessons learned from our guests this year. Hear from Dima Tokar of MachNation, Pierce Owen of ABI Research, Dan Lockney of NASA, Kim Lauridsen Hansen of TrapMe, Salvatore Castro of SAP, Shehryar Wahid of Agile, Ed Freyfogle of OpenCage, Jeffrey Schab of Protequus, and more. Visit the FirstThingsFirst episode page for show notes and more!

This week on First Things First, I have an insightful chat with ABI Research’s Pierce Owen, a Principal Analyst at the leading analyst firm specializing in transformative technologies across multiple end markets. With no topic untouched, we talk more about his specialty of smart manufacturing – from Industrial IoT, to AR, to robotics, and everything in between! Visit the FirstThingsFirst episode page for show notes and more!  

As CEO and founder of RE’FLEKT, Europe’s leading Augmented and Mixed Reality Enterprise Ecosystem, I am currently responsible for company strategy, product development and the adoption of global partnerships. Re'Flekt is the first Enterprise AR Suite fusing content automation and remote collaborationMy extensive experience in strategic planning, lean Startup principles and agile software development has enabled me to grow RE'FLEKT into a global tech company with offices in Munich, Dusseldorf and San Francisco. RE’FLEKT is a Munich based technology company that enables any business or industry to create their own in-house Augmented and Mixed Reality applications. By making AR and MR affordable and scalable for business, RE’FLEKT’s groundbreaking human-centered platforms empower anyone to simply infuse their industry knowledge into customized AR and MR solutions. With clients including Audi, BASF, BMW, Bosch, Eon, Hyperloop, Hyundai, Leybold, Porsche, Seepex and Thyssen Krupp, the international team delivers technology solutions to a variety of leading global markets. Since its founding in 2012, RE’FLEKT has grown to a team of over 60 employees in Munich, Dusseldorf, Los Angeles and San Francisco and is recommended by leading analysts including ABI Research and Gartner (Gartner Cool Vendor).

New research shows that the future of online retail is about augmented reality. According to ABI Research, AR is a useful tool for online shoppers who are unable to interact with the products they want to purchase. Retailers like Target are already adopting augmented reality into their online shopping experience. Target Beauty Studio is an app that lets you try on makeup via the power of AR. Nick Finill, senior analyst at ABI, notes that AR is not as viable for in store shoppers stating, “For consumers in brick-and-mortar stores, however, AR can disrupt the customer journey and provides little additional value overall.” Let's hope that ABI's predictions for the future of online retail become a reality.

Many people don't have easy access to the Internet, yet state governments and others are increasingly moving services online. How do the states ensure that these people have access to these services and are able to enroll an identity? Regarding ID's Gina Jordan posed these questions and more to ABI Research's Phil Sealy.

Equipping all objects in the world with minuscule identifying devices or machine-readable identifiers could be transformative of daily life. According to ABI Research more than 30 billion devices will be wirelessly connected to the Internet of Things (Internet of Everything) by 2020. Along with this latent potential comes inevitable complexity. When your architecture has to scale from hundreds to millions to billions of things rigorous methods and tools would be required to manage the exploding complexity. Join this podcast to understand how Rational is gearing to contain complexity. Speakers, Michael Rowe, Manprit Singh, and Kimberly Gist.

Femtocells are just starting to be deployed in a broad range of applications with major network operators announcing rollouts in the USA, Europe and Asia.  They are basically small cellular base stations that people can put in their homes or businesses. They connect using a broadband connection (DSL, Cable, Fiber, etc) in the home or business. ABI Research forecasts that the total femtocell market in 2010 will reach 2.3 million units, and will exceed 45 million within five years. In this podcast we take a look at this emerging communications technology.Here's some of the questions we discuss and answer: What are femtocells? How many phones can they support? Are products currently available? Let’s pick one and dig a little deeper on the device features. How about AT&T since it is the newest offering. So, you need to have a broadband connection on the site in place? Why is there a GPS radio in a Femtocell device? What about Femtocell Quality of Service or QoS? Are the Sprint and Verizon products 3G like AT&T’s? What about pricing? Is there a monthly fee? So, we had talked about the problem Mark was having with lack of cellular signal in his home and office. Would one of these in his home and another in his business solve his problem?  

A recent study from ABI Research indicates that the number of people watching videos online has doubled in the past year.   It’s obvious that people are becoming more comfortable using this technology.   What that means, is that you should be using it for your business!   My guest this week is Benjamin Wayne […] The post Startup BizCast #66 – Small Business Video (Benjamin Wayne) first appeared on EndGame Public Relations.

A recent study from ABI Research indicates that the number of people watching videos online has doubled in the past year.   It’s obvious that people are becoming more comfortable using this technology.   What that means, is that you should be using it for your business!   My guest this week is Benjamin Wayne […]