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Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Mike Beehler, Founder and COO at MBA, LLC about "Responding to the Rapidly Changing Utility Market". Scott MacKenzie promotes the Boston MEDevice event on September 30-October 1, 2025, organized by Informa, emphasizing education and collaboration in the medical device industry. At DistribuTech in Dallas, Mike Beehler discusses the Power Delivery Intelligence Initiative (PDI2). He highlights the need for significant investments in the electric grid, noting Texas's plan to double infrastructure spending. Beeler emphasizes the importance of efficient, resilient, and affordable grid systems, including the potential benefits of underground transmission lines. He also discusses the challenges of public safety power shutoffs and the advanced technology available today for grid maintenance and upgrades. Action Items [ ] Attend the ME Device Boston event on September 30 - October 1, 2025. [ ] Connect with Mike Beeler, Power Delivery Intelligence Initiative, at m.beeler@pdi2.org or on LinkedIn. Outline Medical Device Event Announcement Scott MacKenzie announces the ME Device Boston event from September 30 to October 1, 2025, emphasizing its importance for professionals in the medical device industry. The event is organized by Informa, known for their educational and collaborative events. Scott encourages attendees to mark their calendars and participate in the event. The event aims to foster innovation and collaboration within the medical device industry. Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott thanks listeners for their support and celebrates industrial professionals for their contributions to society. The podcast is sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, encouraging listeners to visit siemens.com for more information. Scott mentions the current broadcast location at Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, and introduces Mike Beeler as a guest. Discussion with Mike Beehler on Power Delivery Intelligence Mike Beehler introduces himself and his role in the Power Delivery Intelligence Initiative (PDI2). Mike shares his experience moderating a panel on investment strategies for the electric grid, emphasizing the significant investments planned. The Texas "miracle" is discussed, highlighting the state's economic growth and the need for increased infrastructure investment. The conversation touches on the challenges of rate recovery and affordability in the context of grid modernization. Challenges and Solutions in Grid Modernization Mike discusses the need for more efficient and resilient grid infrastructure, using newer technologies. The regulatory process for setting utility rates is explained, including the importance of keeping rate increases below the cost of inflation. The conversation highlights the impact of grid inefficiencies on affordability and the need for a more reliable and resilient grid. Scott and Mike discuss the importance of consumer expectations for quality electricity and the challenges of public safety power shutoffs in wildfire areas. Underground vs. Overhead Transmission Lines The discussion shifts to the pros and cons of underground vs. overhead transmission lines. Mike explains the higher initial cost of...

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Robert Brooks with Neara and Brian Reed with Osmose about "Technology and Pole Inspection". Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from Distribute Tech in Dallas, highlighting the importance of data management in the utility sector. Guests Robert Brook and Brian Reed from Neara and Osmose, respectively, discuss their partnership to enhance utility data integration and decision-making. NIRA's platform creates a digital network model using various data sets, including LiDAR and GIS, to simulate asset performance under different conditions. Osmose provides detailed asset records and preservative treatments to ensure data accuracy. The collaboration aims to improve strategic resiliency plans by prioritizing asset upgrades and optimizing investment strategies. Action Items [ ] @Scott MacKenzie - Discuss the process of keeping the digital network model up-to-date as utility assets change over time. [ ] @Scott MacKenzie - Follow up with Brian Reed on LinkedIn to learn more about Osmose's pole inspection and maintenance services. [ ] Explore the Neara platform and its capabilities further. Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations. Scott thanks the listeners for joining and highlights the importance of industry professionals in solving global problems. The podcast is sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, encouraging listeners to visit siemens.com for more information. Scott mentions the current broadcast location at Distribute Tech in Dallas, describing it as a massive event for utilities and other related industries. Introduction of Guests and Event Overview Scott introduces the guests, Robert Brook and Brian Reed, and mentions their roles in the industry. Robert and Brian discuss the importance of data management in the utility sector and the significance of the Distribute Tech event. Scott shares a personal anecdote about using Osmose services during his utility days, highlighting the reliability of their inspections. Robert and Brian provide background information about their companies, Neara and Osmose, and their respective roles within them. Neara and Osmose Partnership and Data Integration Brian explains the partnership between Neara and Osmose, focusing on the challenges utilities face in managing data across different departments. The partnership aims to consolidate data into a single source, enhancing risk-based decision-making for utilities. Robert describes Neara's platform, which builds a digital network model using various data sets, including LiDAR and GIS information. The platform provides a highly accurate and engineering-based relationship between assets, enabling better decision-making for utilities. Use Cases and Practical Applications Brian provides a use case for the partnership, focusing on strategic resiliency plans for Texas utilities. The platform helps utilities prioritize assets for upgrades, considering factors like wind loads and storm conditions. Scott inquires about the practical aspects of using the platform, including how utilities can access and interpret the data. Brian explains the self-service capabilities of the platform, allowing utilities to perform simulations and prioritize circuits and structures. Data Management and Platform Capabilities Robert discusses the scalability

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Matt Burton, Vice President at Siemens Grid Software about "Grid solutions that improves resiliency and reliability". Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast featuring Matt Burton, VP of Software Sales for Siemens' US and Mexico grid software. They discuss the shift from linear to non-linear power systems due to distributed energy resources (DER). Burton highlights the need for technology and change management to adapt to this new landscape. He emphasizes the importance of data management for efficiency and the role of regulatory bodies in facilitating these changes. Burton also notes the global nature of these challenges, with similar issues in Europe, Australia, and Asia. He concludes by discussing the potential for small modular reactors and the future of load growth and power conditioning. Action Items [ ] Attend the Distributech conference next year to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in the power industry. [ ] Reach out to Matt Burton at Siemens (matt.burton@siemens.com) to discuss grid software solutions. Need Data management: centralizing data to improve efficiency and reduce manual updates. Managing distributed energy resources and their impact on the grid. Addressing load growth, particularly from data centers and sensitive industries. Dealing with aging infrastructure and orchestrating diverse assets. Maintaining grid stability with increased renewable and inverter-based resources. Ensuring power reliability for sensitive industries like chip manufacturing and data centers. Sentiment The tone was positive, discussing exciting developments in the power industry. Matt expressed optimism about industry changes and technological advancements. Scott described the event as "exciting" and "dazzling". Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations. Scott thanks the listeners for joining and highlights the importance of celebrating industry professionals. The podcast is sponsored by Siemens, specifically Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software. Scott mentions the current broadcast location at Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, and encourages listeners to attend next year. Introduction of Matt Burton from Siemens Scott introduces Matt Burton, VP of Software Sales for US and Mexico Grid Software at Siemens. Matt provides a brief introduction about his role and responsibilities at Siemens. Scott and Matt engage in a light-hearted conversation about their physical activities and health. Matt explains his involvement in various aspects of grid software, including transmission, distribution planning, and distributed energy resources. Challenges and Changes in Grid Software Scott discusses the linear nature of traditional power systems and the challenges of managing distributed energy resources (DER). Matt explains the shift from centralized generation to distributed energy resources and the impact on the power grid. Scott expresses concerns about the complexity of managing a non-linear power system and the need for technology solutions. Matt emphasizes the importance of both technology and people in adapting to...

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Milouni Sheth and Jeff Foley with Siemens about "RUGGEDCOM and securing utility assets. Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, featuring Jeff and Milouni from Siemens. They discuss the evolution of utility challenges, such as increased costs and digitalization, and the role of technology in addressing these issues. Jeff, with 24 years at Siemens, focuses on cybersecurity for critical infrastructures, while Milouni, with over 20 years in marketing, emphasizes the importance of secure, reliable, and redundant communication solutions. They highlight Siemens' efforts in digital substations, use cases, and AI integration to enhance efficiency and security. The conversation underscores the need for continuous innovation and collaboration in the utility sector. Action Items [ ] Connect with Milouni and Jeff on LinkedIn to discuss Siemens' offerings further. [ ] Develop more collaboration and communication between interconnected utilities to drive innovation. [ ] Assess legacy infrastructure and implement segmentation, firewalls, and intrusion detection to add security layers. [ ] Explore use cases for digital substation solutions to address utility challenges. [ ] Investigate how AI can be leveraged to enhance cybersecurity and efficiency, while addressing potential risks. Outline Introduction and Welcome Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and professionals. Scott welcomes listeners and highlights the importance of industry professionals in solving global problems. The podcast is sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, encouraging listeners to visit siemens.com for more information. Scott mentions the current broadcast location at Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, and introduces the guests, Jeff and Maloney from Siemens. Initial Impressions and Conference Overview Jeff and Milouni express their excitement about the conference, noting its massive scale and high interest in the topics discussed. Scott comments on the growth of the conference compared to previous years and reflects on the evolution of the utility industry. Milouni discusses the ongoing challenges faced by utilities, including increased costs and digitalization, and the advancements in technology that help address these challenges. Scott and Milouni agree on the significant progress made in technology over the past few decades, which has improved the ability to tackle utility issues. Professional Backgrounds and Roles Milouni introduces herself, sharing her extensive experience in marketing, particularly in the electric power industry. Milouni emphasizes the ever-evolving nature of the utility industry and the importance of communication infrastructure in digitalization. Jeff shares his background, detailing his 24 years at Siemens, focusing on communications, telecom, and cybersecurity for critical infrastructures. Jeff highlights the constant evolution and changing requirements in the utility sector, which necessitate continuous adaptation and innovation. Challenges and Solutions in Utility Modernization Scott and Jeff discuss the challenges of modernizing utilities, including the need for more efficient and cost-effective solutions. Milouni explains Siemens' approach to helping utilities transition to digital substations, which offers significant benefits in addressing current challenges. Jeff elaborates on the...

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Tom Kurtz, Vice President at Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence about "Utility Asset Management Solutions". Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the importance of asset management in the utility space, highlighting the challenges of tracking and maintaining assets that are not easily visible. They emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach that integrates strategy and execution, leveraging technologies like Hexagon's EAM and network design systems. Kurtz explains how Hexagon's solutions help manage the entire asset life cycle, from maintenance requests to predictive reliability, and stresses the importance of user adoption and data management. They also touch on the benefits of visualizing assets in 3D for better field operations and the role of project portfolio planning in construction and capital investment. Action Items [ ] Reach out to Tom Kurtz on LinkedIn to discuss Hexagon's solutions further. Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, highlighting its focus on industrial professionals and their innovations. Scott MacKenzie mentions the sponsors, Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, and encourages listeners to visit siemens.com. The podcast is broadcasting live from Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, targeting professionals in the utility space. Scott MacKenzie introduces Tom Kurtz from Hexagon, who is in the "hot seat" to discuss his company and its offerings. Tom Kurtz's Initial Impressions and Conference Experience Tom Kurtz expresses his gratitude for the invitation and shares his excitement about the conference. Tom Kurtz describes the diverse range of exhibits at the conference, including trucks, electrical poles, and software. Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the broad scope of the utility space and the various solutions on display. Tom Kurtz mentions the importance of asset management and its role in strategic planning for utilities. Challenges in Asset Management and Regulatory Considerations Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the challenges of managing assets that are not easily visible, such as transformers. Tom Kurtz shares a customer's perspective on managing the entire life cycle of assets, not just maintaining them. The conversation touches on the importance of proactive and predictive asset management. Tom Kurtz explains the need for a strategic approach to asset management, considering both reliability and risk. Strategic vs. Execution in Asset Management Tom Kurtz emphasizes the importance of optimizing strategy and execution in asset management. He explains that companies often struggle with executing strategies effectively. Tom Kurtz suggests that companies should not wait to achieve 100% execution before implementing strategies. The discussion highlights the need for a balanced approach, combining asset performance and maintenance efficiency. Change Management and Hexagon's Role Scott MacKenzie raises the issue of change management and the human element in adopting new technologies. Tom Kurtz explains that Hexagon's approach includes recognizing the human aspect and integrating it into the design and deployment process. He stresses the importance of involving business and functional

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Marcus McCarthy, Sr. Vice President at Siemens Grid Software about "Energy Solutions for the Future". Scott MacKenzie and Marcus McCarthy discuss the evolving utility industry and the role of digital twins in improving efficiency and reliability. Marcus highlights the challenges of aging infrastructure, increased power demand, and the need for carbon removal. He emphasizes the importance of accurate digital models for better planning and decision-making. Marcus explains how Siemens' digital twin solutions enable real-time operations and scenario simulations, enhancing network management. They also touch on the practicality of cloud technology and the industry's readiness to adopt new technologies. The conversation underscores the urgency for utilities to invest in digital twins to meet future energy demands and optimize grid performance. Action Items [ ] Connect with Marcus McCarthy on LinkedIn or at marcus.mccarthy@siemens.com to discuss further [ ] Establish accurate digital models of the utility network (digital twins) with temporal stamping to simulate future scenarios [ ] Explore how high-energy consumption facilities like data centers can optimize their interaction with the grid Outline Introduction and Welcome Scott MacKenzie as a passionate industry professional dedicated to transferring cutting-edge industry innovations and trends. Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk Podcast, highlighting the celebration of industry professionals worldwide. Scott mentions the podcast is brought to you by Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, encouraging listeners to visit siemens.com for more information. Scott and Marcus discuss the massive scale of the Distribute Tech conference in Dallas, Texas, and Scott's limited time to explore the solutions. Background on Marcus McCarthy Marcus shares his background, mentioning his move from Ireland to the US about 12 years ago. Marcus discusses his career in utilities, focusing on distribution and transmission software systems. Scott and Marcus agree on the positive aspects of the utility industry, including the people and the current market dynamics. Marcus reflects on the industry's shift from a quiet period to a time of rapid change and innovation. Challenges and Pressures in the Utility Industry Marcus highlights the increasing demand for power and the need for safe and reliable delivery. Scott and Marcus discuss the challenges of aging infrastructure and the need for modernization. Marcus explains the complexities of meeting future power demands while addressing carbon removal efforts. Scott shares his experience as a lineman and the evolution of the utility industry from a linear design to a more distributed energy system. Digital Twin and Its Importance Scott expresses his enthusiasm for digital twin technology and its potential for simulation and decision-making. Marcus explains the critical role of digital twin in achieving faster, better decision-making in complex environments. Marcus discusses the importance of standardized models and the sharing of planning data among different players in the industry. Marcus highlights the need for real-time operations and the challenges of integrating planning and operations data. Cloud Technology and Latency

  The Green Impact Report Quick take: Singapore-based sustainability expert Nilesh Jadhav shares how AI, autonomous systems, and smart technologies are transforming buildings into intelligent, grid-interactive assets that can dramatically reduce carbon emissions while improving performance. Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion  With over 20 years of experience in the field of clean energy and decarbonization, Nilesh Jadhav (NJ) is a passionate champion of accelerating the net-zero transition for organizations and communities. In his professional role at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, he leads the delivery of end-to-end decarbonization solutions and digital services for sustainability. He is also a certified adult educator and conducts courses in the field of energy and sustainability as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Nanyang Business School. Nilesh is also an entrepreneur, thought leader, professional trainer, and coach, with expertise in smart and sustainable built environment technologies and digital and innovation ecosystem platforms. He co-founded and served as the first CEO of BtrLyf, a spin-off company of Nanyang Technological University (NTU, Singapore), that offers a digital built environment ecosystem platform. He also worked as a Senior Scientist and Program Director at NTU, leading the Ecocampus Sustainability testbeding initiative and the research group on Sustainable Built Environment Technologies. A chemical engineer by training, Nilesh earned his masters at Delft University before transitioning from petrochemicals to sustainability. He holds an MBA in Operations and Process Management and is a Singapore Certified Energy Manager. He published the book "Green and Smart Buildings Advanced Technology Options" in 2017 and is driven by the mission of creating innovative pathways and partnerships for achieving complete decarbonization and net-zero goals.

This episode of Cruising Altitude features a conversation with Alexander Senn, Head of People & Organization at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Together, Alex and host Nicole Alvino discuss employee engagement and organizational culture. Alex shares insights about his role overseeing people and organizational development within Siemens' smart infrastructure division. Key topics include employee segmentation for improved experience, the role of leadership in transformation journeys, and the use of AI for productivity and innovation. Alex also shares the concept of the 'Rhino View' to highlight different perspectives in decision-making, and stresses the importance of open communication and continuous leadership development. Lastly, the conversation touches on balancing technological tools with human interaction to foster a high-performing and engaged workforce at Siemens.Quotes*" We're in the midst of a transformation journey to become one tech company.  And we want to work with the people together to create the best Siemens for the future. And that's why we decided to communicate quite early what is our ambition. But we don't have all the answers. And now we're working with the people close to the topics.  We take them on board, we listen, and they can also co-create with us together the new Siemens.  This is also a new way of empowering, taking people on board early. But it also creates at the same time a little bit of uncertainty, because people know something is happening. But they don't know the result.  But I believe people need to learn to live with uncertainty and it's much better to be transparent with the people and to invite them to contribute. At the same time, they also need to learn to live with the fact that we don't have all the answers. But I'm a strong believer that the outcome is much better when we involve more people, when we listen to the concerns and then on the journey you adapt some of the ideas you had at the beginning after listening to more than only the top management.”*”[During transformations,] communicating is really important, but also then keep your ears and eyes open and create platforms where people can then give feedback. Share what they have read, what they've heard, raising concerns, because yes, we need people who are positive and looking into the change and helping, etcetera. But we also need to listen to people who are really concerned.”Time Stamps[00:45] Meet Alexander Senn, Head of People & Organization at Siemens Smart Infrastructure[04:28] Role and Responsibilities at Siemens[06:18] Employee Segmentation and Experience[10:00] Transformation Journey at Siemens[15:42] Utilizing AI for Productivity[20:25] The Rhino View Perspective[25:11] Final Thoughts and Reflections[30:55] Conclusion and Contact InformationLinksConnect with Alex on LinkedInLearn more about Siemens Smart InfrastructureThanks to our friendsThis episode is brought to you by Firstup, the world's first intelligent communication platform. More than 40 percent of Fortune 100 companies use our platform to connect with their people, design and deliver personalized communications, and gain engagement insights throughout the employee journey. That's how they give their employees better experiences from hire to retire. Learn more at firstup.io

Discover the transformative power of IoT for buildings, revolutionizing automation, energy efficiency, operations as well as scalability. In this episode, delve into the world of IoT-enabled solutions for buildings with our special guest, Yannic Baeuchle, Global Product Manager for IoT at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Join us on this journey into the future, where innovation meets sustainability, creating smarter and autonomous buildings.

Discover the transformative power of IoT for buildings, revolutionizing automation, energy efficiency, operations as well as scalability. In this episode, delve into the world of IoT-enabled solutions for buildings with our special guest, Yannic Baeuchle, Global Product Manager for IoT at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Join us on this journey into the future, where innovation meets sustainability, creating smarter and autonomous buildings.

In this season finale, Ruth Gratzke, President of Siemens Smart Infrastructure in the United States, looks back at the state of the grid in 2024 and how the industry should be planning for future needs. In rapid-fire fashion, Bryce asks Ruth about topics from each of the podcast's episodes in Season 5 to discuss: The importance of federal funding in moving modernization forward Improving market structures while keeping energy low cost, equitable and sustainable Integrating demand flexibility by investing in long-term storage solutions The shocking surge in demand growth from the past two years Scaling virtual power plants to meet the desired impact Maintaining cybersecurity best practices with the introduction of AI Thank you for listening to this season of GridForward Chats. Be on the lookout for the launch of Season 6 in 2025!

Gebäude sind große Energieverbraucher und damit auch große Emittenten von Treibhausgasen. Um die Klimaziele zu erreichen, ist die Gebäudeautomation ein wesentlicher Schlüssel - zumal viele Fabriken, Bürogebäude oder Lagerhallen nun per Gesetz nachgerüstet werden müssen. Welche Folgen das hat, aber auch welche Chancen diese Gesetzesverschärfung bietet, erläutern Rainer Haueis, General Manager von Siemens Smart Infrastructure und Peter Hug, Geschäftsführer des VDMA Fachverbands Automation + Management für Haus + Gebäude. Letztendlich lautet das Ziel, einen nachhaltigen Gebäudebetrieb sicherzustellen und die dafür benötigten Technologien stehen bereit. Studien zeigen, dass die Energieeinsparungen durch Gebäudeautomation die benötigten Investitionskosten um ein Vielfaches übersteigen. _______________________ Buildings are major energy consumers and therefore also major emitters of greenhouse gases. Building automation is key to achieving climate targets - especially as many factories, office buildings and warehouses now have to be retrofitted by law. Rainer Haueis, General Manager of Siemens Smart Infrastructure, and Peter Hug, Managing Director of the VDMA Automation + Management Association for House + Building, explain the consequences of this, but also the opportunities offered by this tightening of the law. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure sustainable building operation and the technologies required for this are available. Studies show that the energy savings from building automation exceed the required investment costs many times over. (Podcast in englischer Sprache) Produktion: New Media Art Pictures

Send me a messageIn this special episode of the Climate Confident Podcast sponsored by Siemens, I sit down with Constantin Ginet, Global Head of Energy Performance Services at Siemens, to explore the intricacies of industrial decarbonisation. We discuss the significant challenges industries face, from the urgency of reducing emissions to the complexities of scope one, two, and three emissions.Constantin shares Siemens' innovative approach, emphasising the role of digitalisation and the use of digital energy twins in creating precise energy models. We delve into the importance of scalable solutions, the need for comprehensive data transparency, and the critical role of smart electrification and renewable integration.We also touch on how sectors like automotive and food and beverage are leading the way in decarbonisation efforts, and the necessity of looking at sustainability holistically. For those just starting their sustainability journey, Constantin offers valuable advice on setting clear goals, embracing digital solutions, and considering financing models.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of industrial sustainability and the practical steps we can take to achieve a greener future. Tune in for a deep dive into the strategies that are shaping a more sustainable world. Links to more info:Siemens Smart Infrastructure web pageSiemens Infrastructure LinkedIn pageThe video version of this episodeIf you want to catch-up with Constantin, or any of the Siemens team at the Smarter E event, you'll find them at the Siemens stand in Hall B3, booth 110 from 19-21 June.Support the Show.Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

In this special episode of the Climate Confident podcast, generously sponsored by Siemens, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rahul Chillar, the head of Building X at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Rahul, with his impressive track record of 55 patents and over two decades in the building industry, shared invaluable insights into how buildings can be the linchpin in our quest for a more sustainable future.We delved into the findings of Siemens' Infrastructure Transition Monitor Report, which underscores the crucial role buildings play in global energy consumption and sustainability efforts. With buildings accounting for a staggering 40% of the world's energy use, Rahul's discussion on the transformative power of digitalisation in making buildings more efficient, sustainable, and, crucially, more profitable, couldn't be timelier.Rahul illuminated the path forward with Siemens' Building X, emphasising its capacity to foster sustainable, autonomous, and profitable building operations. His pragmatic approach to the adoption of smart solutions, amidst budget constraints and regulatory landscapes, was particularly enlightening.Join us as we explore the critical intersection of sustainability and technology in the built environment and uncover how Siemens is paving the way for a future where buildings not only contribute positively to our planet but also enhance our quality of life.For those intrigued by the prospect of transforming our living spaces for the better, this episode is a must-listen. Your thoughts and insights are always welcome, so do reach out on LinkedIn or explore more on Siemens Building X. Here's to changing the way we live, one building at a time.Don't forget to check out the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/IbgJHe2ieeISupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Discover how well-coordinated heating system controllers and customized software can lead to significant energy savings with heat pumps. Join Alexander Jekimow, Product Manager at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, as he dives into the world of heat pumps and decarbonization on our latest podcast episode! We uncover the importance of this technology for sustainability in buildings and explore how it's reshaping the HVAC industry. From boosting energy efficiency to reducing carbon emissions, heat pumps are paving the way for a greener future. Tune in now for all the insights!

Discover how well-coordinated heating system controllers and customized software can lead to significant energy savings with heat pumps. Join Alexander Jekimow, Product Manager at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, as he dives into the world of heat pumps and decarbonization on our latest podcast episode! We uncover the importance of this technology for sustainability in buildings and explore how it's reshaping the HVAC industry. From boosting energy efficiency to reducing carbon emissions, heat pumps are paving the way for a greener future. Tune in now for all the insights!

Owen Glubiak, VP of Client Strategy for Cortex Sustainability Intelligence, discusses decarbonization in commercial real estate. They discuss the challenges and pressures faced by the industry, the role of AI in optimizing building performance, and the importance of tenant comfort. They also touch on the future of Cortex and the trends in decarbonization policies in cities like Boston, New York, California, Chicago, Denver, and Austin. The conversation explores two major trends in the sustainability and decarbonization space. The first trend is building electrification coupled with grid advances, which is seen as a key strategy to achieve decarbonization goals. The second trend is the impact of transportation emissions and the need for better infrastructure and public transportation systems to reduce emissions.More about Owen and Cortex Sustainability IntelligenceCortex was founded in 2014 by our CEO Bryan Bennett, after he realized the need for commercial buildings to run more sustainably. He grew up around the CRE industry, as his family has a history of developing commercial real estate. When working as a consultant in the energy technology space, Bryan began to understand the many data points that buildings could use to create more sustainable building operations. After realizing that he could put this data to use, Bryan dedicated his career to developing Cortex. He continues to grow with our team and develop new features within the app to better support our customers.Owen has spent his career in energy, technology, and customer success, which makes him an ideal leader of the customer success team at Cortex. He is coming from Building Robotics, a SaaS and IoT business unit within Siemens Smart Infrastructure.  He has had roles leading global Customer Success and Support teams.  Connect with Owen on LinkedInCheck out Cortex Sustainability Intelligence

 In this Climate Confident episode I had the honour of hosting Sabine Erlinghagen, Global CEO of Siemens Grid Software to dive deep into our modern energy transition.In this special edition, sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure, we peeled back the layers of the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2023 report. Sabine shed light on the urgent need for upgrading grid infrastructure to support the ballooning demand for renewable energy, and to help us transition away from fossil fuels as agreed at COP 28 earlier today. This will require a monumental effort to double grid capacity in the next seven to twelve years! This conversation highlighted that grids are a bottleneck in our journey towards net zero.We also talked about the critical role of data in grid operations. It's fascinating how the traditional, data-sparse approach to managing distribution grids is undergoing a transformative change. The power of smart meters and AI in managing this complexity cannot be overstated. But it's not all challenges and hurdles; there's a note of optimism too. We delved into the potential of small, independent decisions in driving a faster adoption of renewables. It's about empowering everyone to be part of this transition.I urge you all to listen to this episode. It's packed with insights that are crucial for anyone keen on understanding the nuances of our energy future. And, as always, I look forward to your thoughts and feedback. Let's keep the conversation going!For a deeper dive on this important topic, check out the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2023 report.The video version of this episode is at https://youtu.be/s5jtaOXpvMYUntil next time, stay climate confident!Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Christophe Kottelat Andreas Werner Richard Delevan Anton Chupilko Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll William Brent Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna JuniperThanks for listening, and remember, stay healthy, sta...

Aging fire safety setups present challenges: spare parts availability, high false alarm rates, code compliance, or teams operating in a manual, reactive mode. Stretching to the limit eventually results in a rip-and-replace emergency modernization. In this episode, Thomas Zermin, Global Portfolio Manager for Fire Safety Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, explains why a strategic, phased modernization may take longer on the calendar, but is the fastest way to start leveraging new functionalities, and gain planning security and budget control. The benefits show real customer stories: 80% fewer false alarms, 30'000 EUR savings in staff efficiency, or incident reduction from 300 to 3 per week!

The average life span of a fire safety setup is 20-25 years – quite long compared to other disciplines. However, if we assume that a building has a life cycle of about 60 years, owners must expect to modernize their fire safety system 2-3 times. And these cycles are more than a 1:1 replacement. In this episode, Thomas Zermin, Global Portfolio Manager for Fire Safety Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, talks about the changes and constants in his 30 years of industry experience, some new drivers and the opportunities that IoT and cloud connectivity bring.

With American healthcare representing 10% of U.S. carbon emissions, decarbonizing hospitals and healthcare systems promises to deliver meaningful climate action. In this episode, Barbara brings listeners inside an innovative project reducing energy usage in imaging at University of California San Francisco (UCSF). The solutions will not only help to support decarbonization but yield immediate operational savings for hospitals and healthcare systems recovering financially from the pandemic. Guests are Dr. Sean Woolen, USCF's Assistant Professor for Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging and Director of the Green Radiology, and Jerry Lawson, Global Head of Digital Portfolio for Healthcare and Life Science, Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Show notes: Study results: https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/press-room/press-releases/greenradiology Smart healthcare: https://www.siemens.com/us/en/markets/healthcare.html Press release: https://www.siemens.com/us/en/company/press/siemens-stories/usa/siemens-helps-put-sustainability-forefront-medical-imaging-care.html

Fire safety is just one part of a whole building – when an incident happens, different systems need to operate together perfectly: alarms, sprinklers, gas extinguishing, smoke extraction, access control, elevators, etc. In this episode, Ruud Geelen, VP of Service Portfolio, and Miguel Coll, Portfolio Director Fire Safety Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, explain how connecting it all into a digital layer makes buildings more safe, efficient, and responsive to very individual building dynamics.

Digital fire safety services gather massive amounts of performance data – and it doesn't end there. In this episode, Ruud Geelen, VP of Service Portfolio, and Miguel Coll, Portfolio Director Fire Safety Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, talk about how to leverage this data further: rule-based scripts, pattern recognition, algorithms, automated analysis, and automated recommendations. Today, you do maintenance when something happens. Tomorrow, you act before it happens!

Digital fire safety services can make building operations significantly more efficient, flexible, and safe. In this episode, Ruud Geelen, VP of Service Portfolio, and Miguel Coll, Portfolio Director Fire Safety Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, talk about what's driving them to develop new services, how a public subway operator avoids false fire alarms in tunnels with continuous system performance monitoring, and where the journey of digital services is going forward.

What does it mean to enhance the human experience in buildings and how can we get ahead of users' ever evolving challenges? In this episode of "Buildings of Tomorrow" host Jon Lester speaks with UX expert Eva Cochet-Weinandt about the importance of UX in digital and physical spaces. As the head of UX at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Eva breaks down the misconceptions of UX and how it applies to the crossroads between people and buildings, whether it's through digital products, physical products, or services. Tune in to learn more about leveraging data to make informed decisions on how to bring your buildings to the next level.

Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by John DeMaio, CEO of Graphex Technologies. Graphex Technologies manufactures 10,000 metric tonnes per year of purified spherical graphite used for Li-Ion battery anodes in electric vehicles. They also develop graphene applications and provide technology for producing coated spherical graphite.John DeMaio has over 35 years of experience in executive leadership and operational management in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He is responsible for the expansion of the graphite business into the U.S. and Europe. His previous positions include President, CEO, and Board Member of JouleSmart Solutions, General Manager of Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Vice President of MWH Global, COO of Thompson Solar Technologies, and Division General Manager of SPG Solar. He holds a BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University.In this episode, John joins Tim to talk about Graphex technologies, how graphene works, its uses, and much more. If you're interested in the latest developments in energy storage technology, then this episode of Clean Power Hour is not to be missed. Tune in now to learn more about Graphene for Battery Energy Storage with John DeMaio!Key TakeawaysJohn's background in the energy transition space and how he arrived at Graphex technologiesWhat Graphex technologies does, its clients and what the future looks likeGraphene and how it is used in battery energy storageThe sources of GrapheneGraphex technologies plans to build a factory in the US and its benefit to the US market.Connect with John DeMaioFollow Graphex TechnologiesGraphex TechnologiesListen on AppleListen on Spotify Connect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTube Tim on Twitter Tim on LinkedIn Email tgmontague@gmail.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Please subscribe on your favorite audio platform and on Youtube: bit.ly/cph-sub | www.CleanPowerHour.com | Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com | Speeding the energy transition! Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/Twice a week we highlight the tools, technologies, and innovators that are making the clean energy transition a reality - on Apple,The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance ...

Downsizing office space, repurposing the space, or implementing hybrid work concept are opportunities to improve collaboration. I led the change management for developing and executing the Hybrid Work strategy and concept at Siemens Smart Infrastructure's. Our team was to merge the global and European headquarters, downsize and repurpose the office space. Seeing this as an opportunity to improve how we collaborated, I needed to include the voice of the employees and apply an agile, human-centric  approach to change management to co-create the office space vision and solution, increase change adoption, and motivate people to go back to work. Here's why change management is critical to success and here's what to focus on:Make change management part of your hybrid work strategy and project team. The change team will act as a sounding board between employees and leadership, grow a change community, communicate, and create the change story to inspire people and help move people into actionDevelop an agile structure that allows for co-creation of the office space vision, solution, and change storyEmployee engagement requires regular communication on the change progress but also continuous communication on the vision. Use storytelling to inspire people on the visionChange ambassadors enable bottom-up change, but focus on enabling the frozen middle, management/team leads also. These questions may help:Are there team leads that can be recruited as change ambassadors? What will you do about the other team leads?What training and toolkits do team leads require to break down the change with  teams, "make the change actionable" ?Teams will realize they have knowledge gaps to improve how they collaborate in a hybrid setting with, e.g. digital tools, or creative problem solving techniques. How are you capturing the knowledge gaps?Up-skilling requires more investigation, time and resources. Use the insight you gain from implementing hybrid work strategies to strategies on up-skilling your employees.When done right,  hybrid work concepts / back to office strategies are opportunities to foster collaboration. But they're just the beginning. Fostering more collaborative work environments is a learning journey. Incorporating a change management team with time and resources will help you lay the right foundation. Connect with  me:On Linkedin or Instagram , or visit my website for more inspiring change stories----------------------------------------------Hey fellow change enthusiast,I hope you enjoyed this episode. Please share it with people you think may also enjoy the insights. Please rate and review me as this helps me reach more change enthusiasts and leaders like yourself. :)Thank you for tuning in,Helena Follow me for content on healing, growth, and transformation to unleash your authentic self and find your purpose ✨ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@helena.unapologeticInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/helena_unapologetic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helena-arjuna-suter-65471740/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcOt6Yo8eFgLQxLGmfQ5qHQ Thank you for sharing, rating and reviewing this episode, it helps us grow and reach more people like you.-Helena

In our previous episode with Leo Bivetti, Program Manager for the European Green Deal at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, we spoke about the overarching European Green Deal, its legislations, and the underlying directives found in the "Fit for 55" package. In this episode, we will dive into the pertinent directives and legislations for the building industry, such as the EPBD, and discuss how these vary for different types of buildings. Tune in!

We experience AI every day, from Siri all the way to AI-powered cameras. Yet when we look at buildings and AI together, there is still a lot of work to do. How can we leverage these capabilities, given that people spend roughly 90% of their time in buildings? Tune in together with Dr. Paul Baumann, Head of Global Product Management Data Analytics at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, and Jon Lester, to find out!

Welcome to The Hydrogen Podcast!In episode 150, Siemens has a big announcement in Germany, and Loop Energy announces a fuel cell system that can directly take on diesel efficiency. All of this on today's hydrogen podcast.Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy the podcast. Please feel free to email me at info@thehydrogenpodcast.com with any questions. Also, if you wouldn't mind subscribing to my podcast using your preferred platform... I would greatly appreciate it. Respectfully,Paul RoddenVISIT THE HYDROGEN PODCAST WEBSITEhttps://thehydrogenpodcast.comCHECK OUT OUR BLOGhttps://thehydrogenpodcast.com/blog/WANT TO SPONSOR THE PODCAST? Send us an email to: info@thehydrogenpodcast.comNEW TO HYDROGEN AND NEED A QUICK INTRODUCTION?Start Here: The 6 Main Colors of Hydrogen

This week, Buildings of Tomorrow talks about the Healthcare Industry and more specifically about the current trends and influences, such as the pandemic, that create challenges within the industry. Tune in together with Job Kamphuis, Head of Healthcare Vertical Markets at Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Jon Lester to find out more!

In a recent study conducted by Siemens, 63% of respondents believed that the digitalization of buildings and power networks is lagging the progress of digitalization in most other industries. Join Jon Lester and Dave Hopping, CEO Solutions and Services at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, in conversation exploring “What is the actual potential in data for enterprise businesses?”

Many challenges occur daily in buildings management, and it is essential to overcome it. Digitalization and technology advances enable organizations to make the best decisions to drive positive business outcomes. Join Jon Lester and Brad Haeberle, Senior Vice President Services, Siemens Smart Infrastructure, to discover more!

The digitalization of buildings is believed to be key in making our built environment more sustainable.  Nevertheless, the building sector lags behind when it comes to harnessing the power of data. What are the reasons? And how can digitalization be accelerated? Tune in with Jon Lester, Christian Waglechner, the Senior Development Manager at CA Immo and Marjut Rautavaara, Head of Cloud SW Product Management at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, to find out! If you want to learn more about the pivotal role of data and digitalization in transforming infrastructure, check out our latest thought leadership report "A New Space Race": https://siemens.com/newspacerace.

What is the European Green Deal and how does this affect the building industry? Join us together with Leo Bivetti, Program Manager European Green Deal at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, to understand what this legislation means for the building sector and the actions that need to be taken, to meet the EU's goal of becoming climate neutral by 2050.

In this episode, Peter Nebiker, Head of Fire Safety at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, will tell us all about digitalization within Fire Safety and its impact in the buildings industry. Tune in to find out how IoT-enabled solutions can improve the efficiency, safety and productivity of people and buildings!

As our first episode on The Insiders, our brand-new series of the Buildings of Tomorrow podcast, we will discover how the University of Birmingham is redefining the future of Universities. Tune in with Jon Lester, Matt Beveridge, the Innovation Manager at the University of Birmingham and Simon Burgess, the Solution Developer for campuses in the UK for Siemens Smart Infrastructure, and learn how the University is using digital technologies while moving towards becoming a smart, decarbonized campus.

This episode features highlights from our first season.  We hear from 7-time CIO Mark Settle, Brady Pyle, Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer at NASA, Tony Saldanha, former VP of Global Business Services at Procter & Gamble, and more. Together, they bring you the most relevant insights to help you attract and retain world-class talent, implement effective tech tools, and improve leadership skills.Quotes*“There is this trap we fall into of assuming we know what employees want and what they need. And we don't. We can make some generalizations, but we need to ask. We need to be asking the questions to understand truly what employees need inside an organization. And we need to understand that will evolve and change.” - Joey Wilkerson, Employee Experience Lead and Acquisition Integration Manager at Cisco*“I began to challenge some of those notions around leadership. And I have seen, I have observed and experienced that you can be yourself and be an effective leader.” - Brady Pyle, Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer at NASA*“How do we get engagement of 38,000 people so they feel connected? And engagement that doesn't stop. Engagement that is ongoing and engagement that makes them an active participant in our brand, in our vision, in our story in our strategy, and connected? That, for me, this is about being human. Yes, tools and technology. And we'll talk about tools and technology. And I know very likely to ask me about that as well. They play a role. But this is about connection, communication, empathy. Truly, it's about understanding each other.” - Marija Zivanovic-Smith, EVP of Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs at NCR CorporationTime Stamps*[1:27] 7-time CIO Mark Settle*[1:51] Joey Wilkerson, Employee Experience Lead and Acquisition Integration Manager at Cisco*[2:27] Nicole Alvino, CEO and Founder of Firstup*[3:32] Jâlie Cohen, Group SVP of HR Americas at The Adecco Group*[4:21] Aaron Gerlitz, Program Manager of Information Security at Lowe's*[4:53] Erica Cary, VP of Product and Services at Hilton*[5:36] Weston Morris, Director of Global Strategy for Digital Workplace Services at Unisys*[6:09] Brady Pyle, Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer at NASA*[6:35] Marija Zivanovic-Smith, EVP of Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs at NCR Corporation*[7:24] Alexander Senn, Head of People and Organization at Siemens Smart Infrastructure*[8:04] Lisa Cummings Penn, Executive Director of Employee Engagement in the Office of the CIO at Estée Lauder Companies*[9:01] Angie Grossman, Senior Employee Experience Specialist at WarnerMedia*[9:21] Tony Saldanha, former VP of Global Business Services at Procter & Gamble*[10:10] Quique Huerta, Global Employee Experience Officer at Liberty Mutual InsuranceLinksConnect with:7-time CIO Mark SettleJoey Wilkerson, Employee Experience Lead and Acquisition Integration Manager at CiscoNicole Alvino, CEO and Founder of FirstupJâlie Cohen, Group SVP of HR Americas at The Adecco GroupAaron Gerlitz, Program Manager of Information Security at Lowe'sErica Cary, VP of Product and Services at HiltonWeston Morris, Director of Global Strategy for Digital Workplace Services at UnisysBrady Pyle, Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer at NASAMarija Zivanovic-Smith, EVP of Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs at NCR CorporationAlexander Senn, Head of People and Organization at Siemens Smart InfrastructureLisa Cummings Penn, Executive Director of Employee Engagement in the Office of the CIO at Estée Lauder CompaniesAngie Grossman, Senior Employee Experience Specialist at WarnerMediaTony Saldanha, former VP of Global Business Services at Procter & GambleQuique Huerta, Global Employee Experience Officer at Liberty Mutual InsuranceThanks to our friendsThis episode is brought to you by Firstup, the company that is redefining the digital employee experience to put people first and lift companies up by connecting every worker, everywhere with the information that helps them do their best work. Firstup has helped over 40% of the Fortune 100 companies like Amazon, AB InBev, Ford and Pfizer stay agile and keep transforming. Learn more at firstup.io

Technology is redefining the way we work and live, and it starts with the services we use. The need to increase efficiency, productivity and user-experience has propelled XaaS models to new heights. Join Jon Lester and Dave Hopping, CEO Solutions and Services, Siemens Smart Infrastructure, to find out more!

This episode features an interview with Alexander Senn, Head of People and Organization at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. He leads the 70,000 employees that are part of the Smart Infrastructure family. In this episode, Alex talks about the benefits of replacing performance reviews with growth talks, how to handle being challenged by an employee, and the importance of a trusting culture at work.Quotes*”What happens with people when you really trust them and you empower them… you need to give them guidance about what do we want to achieve as a team, as a company, they need to have a clear view on the strategy, but then let them go. And then magic happens because when you give someone the trust, And then the feeling of, ‘You can do that, I believe in you,' It's just amazing what happens.”*”I strongly believe everyone can be a star in something. We just need to find out what area someone can bring in his or her skills in the best way.”*”We implemented growth talks. It's all about really taking the time to reflect on what someone needs. Where are the areas of development and what can I do as a leader to support my employees? Everyday can be growth talks. After every meal, after every meeting, can be a moment of growth talks. And then we talk with our people about what happened. What can we learn out of it? And what kind of support someone needs. We started that journey one and a half years ago. We're in the middle of it, but I can already see a difference. It's a different culture of how people feel, also how they behave within the team, the interactions with leaders, and it's much more positive, future-oriented. And really, the spirit of growing, learning, achieving something together. I strongly believe it's because we got rid of performance management ratings and established growth talks.”*“The best ideas are out of a discussion of a diverse group. This is the change that happened, and wonderful to see. Yes, it may be difficult for me sometimes, because it's not always my idea. And to be really honest with you, I love when my idea is perceived as the best and we were going that direction. I love that. Everyone loves that. But you need to learn as a leader, it's not always the best idea. The best ideas always come out of a team discussion.”*“Sometimes we don't have enough opportunities for young talented people. Because when someone is at the top of the game, top of their career, they don't want to move. Because it's great up there and they have a big responsibility. But I think we need to learn to step back and make room for talent. For example, myself. I love my job. I've had the job for three years. I could imagine doing that job for the next 15 years, but that would not be good for the company or for the organization. So that's why I promise you I'll step back in four to five years. Because it's good to have someone taking over, bringing in some new ideas and creating a different dynamic. So we need to establish a culture of movement within the company.”*“To be challenged as a leader is not always easy. Because maybe you're proud of something because you developed something with your team and it's successful. And then you have someone joining the team from outside who is challenging your process. The natural reaction right away is to defend. And this is not good. First, you need to listen, to understand what is being challenged, the reason why, and really listen, listen, listen, listen, listen. And then step out of your role of being in charge of that process. We need to look at it as a consultant. Maybe she or he is right. And then try to be open for change. But then track, is it improving? Do we achieve better results? And I think this is the key.”*“No one will leave a company because of a tool or because of a process. They will leave the company because of the culture.”*“To care means also to be very tough sometimes. In a situation when someone is not fulfilling the requirements or they don't do the job, then we need to tell them. Or when we think, ‘We tried, it's not the right job.' And we try to invest in training, et cetera, and someone's really not fulfilling the requirements. Then we need to act. And this is also caring. So also to end the contract with someone, or to say, ‘I think we should go different ways.' This is also caring.”*“I love the people. I have a strong bond with them and with my employer, Siemens. But I also see risk here. We should have, all of us, a healthy distance to the company, because it's not all about the job and the company. I think family, yourself, you're much more important. Your health, what you love, what you like, who you are. You're not the company, you're not the role. The role is the role, and maybe you will leave the role one day.”Time Stamps*[2:52] The Flight Plan: Get to know Siemens Smart Infrastructure*[4:59] First Class: Best EX practices at Siemens Smart Infrastructure*[26:13] Turbulence: EX lessons learned*[36:45] Advice for other EX leadersLinksConnect with Alexander on LinkedInCheck out Siemens Smart InfrastructureThanks to our friendsThis episode is brought to you by Firstup, the company that is redefining the digital employee experience to put people first and lift companies up by connecting every worker, everywhere with the information that helps them do their best work. Firstup has helped over 40% of the Fortune 100 companies like Amazon, AB InBev, Ford and Pfizer stay agile and keep transforming. Learn more at firstup.io

In this episode, Burkhard Maier, General Manager of Combustion at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, will tell us all about hydrogen as the path towards sustainable combustion. Tune in and find out how hydrogen is used, the benefits it provides and whether it could be used in the buildings industry in the future!

How can we maximize user experience (UX) in the building industry? In this episode, Elisa Rönkä, Global Head of SaaS Sales for Digital Buildings at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, will tell us what is meant by UX in the building industry and the challenges we face to maximize it. Tune in!

Companies across all industries have set ambitious goals to reduce the environmental impact of their operations and work towards a net zero carbon future. Achieving these goals requires collaboration across an organization, from senior executives to leaders who execute sustainability initiatives relevant to their area of the business. To accelerate progress, leaders need to align business and technical teams and build the scalable solutions required to accurately measure and report on sustainability programs, and continuously improve performance. Join Chris Wellise, AWS Sustainability Director, and Ruth Gratzke, President of Siemens Smart Infrastructure U.S. and CEO of Siemens Industry, Inc.to hear how AWS and Siemens are utilizing technology to integrate sustainability into their infrastructure and operations, as well as helping customers and partners deploy solutions to achieve their sustainability goals.

Containerized solutions, such as E-Houses, have become more prevalent in the building industry. What does this solution entail and what benefits does it provide? Tune in with Jon Lester and Markus Lagler, Global Business Development Manager for fire safety at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, to find out!

How can we leverage modern technology and make our buildings more connected? In this episode, Michele Remonato, Head of IoT Devices at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, will tell us how wireless technology is used in buildings and the different types of wireless networks that exist. Tune in!

Whichever way you look at it, Germany is going to play a highly significant role if Europe is to meet its climate targets by 2050. After 16 years of rule by Angela Merkel came to an end at the end of 2021, where climate policies increasingly took a back seat, a new coalition government, lead by Olaf Scholz, has placed decarbonisation of the economy at the centre of the cross-party agreement. Europe's largest economy is aiming to reach net-zero by 2045 - but can the country achieve this and how? And can Germany then also lead from the front on the international stage? This week, Jan, Michaela and David are joined by Claudia Kemfort, professor of energy economics and energy policy at the German Institute for Economic Research and Leuphana University to discuss how Germany's new government, and its economy, are tackling the energy transition. Listen and subscribe to Watt Matters wherever you get podcasts! Follow us on Twitter at @WattMattersPod or email us at show@wattmatterspodcast.com. You can also find FORESIGHT Climate & Energy on LinkedIn. SHOW NOTES: Jan's What Caught My Eye: National Grid ESO and Octopus Energy launch trial to unleash demand flexibility this winter - https://www.nationalgrideso.com/news/national-grid-eso-and-octopus-energy-launch-trial-unleash-demand-flexibility-winter Claudia's What Caught My Eye: Stärkung von Agri-PV-Anlagen: Habeck startet Solar-Offensive auf dem Acker - https://www.msn.com/de-de/nachrichten/other/st-c3-a4rkung-von-agri-pv-anlagen-habeck-startet-solar-offensive-auf-dem-acker/ar-AATGlXI?ocid=BingNewsSearch Michaela's What Caught My Eye: Twitter post by Lisa Desjardins - https://twitter.com/lisadnews/status/1490787167874043908?s=24 David's What Caught My Eye: Government hits accelerator on low-cost renewable power – GOV.UK - https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-hits-accelerator-on-low-cost-renewable-power RECOMMENDATIONS: - Podcast: To those of our listeners who understand German, we can highly recommend listening to Claudia Kemfert's podcast, Kemfert's Klima-Podcast - https://www.mdr.de/nachrichten/podcast/kemfert-klima/klimawandel-aktuell-klimapolitik-100.html - Article: Energy transition faces a shortage of key workers - https://foresightdk.com/energy-transition-faces-a-shortage-of-key-workers/?token=skills_gap Watt Matters is supported by Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Siemens Smart Infrastructure is shaping the market for intelligent and adaptive infrastructure by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. Combining the real and the digital world, it enhances the way people live and work and significantly improves efficiency and sustainability. Learn more about Siemens Smart Infrastructure here: https://new.siemens.com/global/en/company/topic-areas/smart-infrastructure.html TRY FULL ACCESS TO FORESIGHT CLIMATE & ENERGY FOR €1 A DAY Join over 100,000 policymakers, energy experts in business, finance, and academia, city leaders, and leading NGOs in having access to FORESIGHT Climate & Energy GET YOUR 30 DAY TRIAL: www.foresightdk.com/subscribe/.

In this episode, Emelie Emanuelsson, Global Product Manager for fire safety applications at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, joins us together with Manuel Obert, expert for structures and seismology at TÜV SÜD, to explore the importance of fire protection strategies within giga factories. Find out what the process of battery cell production entails and which parts are inclined to high levels of risk for fire protection!

This week, Buildings of Tomorrow takes you into another field and makes you discover what the life science industry is. Chad House, head of Life Science for Americas at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, will tell you all about the characteristics but also the challenges and opportunities that emerge and that the industry takes advantage of.

A huge challenge but also a huge opportunity is in front of us - the digital grid. But what makes a digital grid a must-have? With renewables generation and electricity consumption rapidly increasing, the grid sooner or later will simply get too complex to be managed by humans, requiring a fully digitalized grid. So, make sure to check out the first episode of Season 2 and listen to our experts Dr. Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Digital Grid at Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Thomas Birr, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at E.ON to envision an even brighter future. TUNE IN and find out how to keep the lights of the future on!

Kevin Bauer, lead for BIM and Digital Twin at Siemens Smart Infrastructure in Europe, is back on the channel, to let you know everything on how to bring 3D scanning to the delivery phase of a smart building. Tune in!