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The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast
Proximity and location technologies are key to the Internet of Things (IoT) and are causing our digital and physical worlds to converge. Mr. Beacon is a series of interviews with the leaders of companies that are at the center of this revolution. Steve...
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211. Transforming Supply Chains with Real-Time Insights
59:23||Season 1, Ep. 211This week on The Mr. Beacon Podcast, Sanjay Sharma, CEO of Roambee, helps us to further explore the future of IoT enabled supply chain visibility. Discover how Roambee’s real-time sensing solutions impact global trade, reducing disputes, optimizing logistics, and enabling autonomous supply chains. Sanjay shares insights on tackling modern supply chain complexities, leveraging printed battery powered GPS technologies, and achieving measurable ROI. A must-listen for supply chain professionals, this episode offers fresh perspectives on transparency, innovation, and creating smarter, more efficient operations. Sanjay’s Top 3 Songs with Meaning:“Hall Of Fame” by The Script (ft. will.i.am): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8xgecy_ivw“Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qDML_BCju8“Unstoppable” by Sia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJvDnYdD8JQ
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210. Powering the Future: Ambient IoT and Sustainable Innovation
45:44||Season 1, Ep. 210In this episode of the Mr. Beacon podcast, we dive into the future of IoT with Dhiraj Sogani, Sr. Director of Wireless Product Marketing at Silicon Labs. Dhiraj shares insights on ambient IoT, energy harvesting technologies, and the innovative ways Silicon Labs is shaping low-power, sustainable IoT solutions. From Bluetooth advancements to machine learning at the edge, explore the cutting-edge trends driving the IoT ecosystem.Dhiraj’s Top 3 Songs with Meaning:“Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSvlIBhpFM8“Another Day In Paradise” by Phil Collins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaFlJQGtBeM“My Favorite Things” from The Sound Of Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7uISBk0tcw209. Unpacking the Global Supply Chain Crisis with Peter S. Goodman
53:13||Season 1, Ep. 209In this episode of the Mr. Beacon podcast, we zoom out to the big picture of global supply chains with Peter S. Goodman, Global Economics Correspondent for The New York Times. Goodman explores how cost-cutting, deregulation, and "just-in-time" practices strained supply chains, leading to shortages during COVID-19. Through insights from his new book, How the World Ran Out of Everything, Goodman shares powerful stories on resilience, corporate interests, and the need for a sustainable global economy.Peter’s Songs with Meaning:“Jesus is Waiting” by Al Green: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmI8-A27agU“By The Time I Get To Phoenix” by Isaac Hayes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bbdJSW3pvM“Come Together” by The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45cYwDMibGo208. Wiliot Ambient IoT Deployment with Royal Mail
01:02:24||Season 1, Ep. 208In this episode of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, Nitin Kamboj, Head of Strategy for Digital Supply Chain at Royal Mail, discusses how ambient IoT is transforming Royal Mail’s logistics. Learn how the 500-year-old institution uses IoT to track assets, boost efficiency, and reduce costs with over 800,000 IoT tags. Kamboj also shares insights on scaling this technology, future applications, and its role in Royal Mail’s sustainability efforts.207. Bluetooth Channel Sounding + Bluetooth Core Specification Version 6.0
50:32||Season 1, Ep. 207In this episode of the Mr. Beacon podcast, Damon Barnes from Bluetooth SIG discusses the groundbreaking features of Bluetooth Core Specification version 6.0, including channel sounding, which offers precise range finding with centimeter-level accuracy. Learn how this innovation, along with other Bluetooth Core Specification version 6.0 updates, is set to transform industries like automotive and IoT, enabling accurate, cost-effective distance measurement. A must-listen for tech enthusiasts and anyone curious about the future of Bluetooth and wireless communication.Damon’s Favorite Songs:“Exile” by Taylor Swift (feat. Bon Iver): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osdoLjUNFnA“Bleeding Out” by Imagine Dragons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFKHScAStsU“Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JR10AThY8M206. Designing & Building Ambient IoT Solutions - The Secrets to Success
01:00:17||Season 1, Ep. 206In this episode of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, Matan Epstein from Wiliot discusses the real-world impact of ambient IoT, from tracking COVID-19 vaccine temperatures to optimizing supply chains. With over 50 pilot projects, Matan shares insights on deploying battery-free Bluetooth tags, providing continuous visibility into goods movement, and improving operational efficiency. He also reflects on his career, problem-solving approach, and love for music. Tune in for an expert’s perspective on how ambient IoT is transforming industries.Matan’s Favorite Songs:“Lovely Day” by Bill Withers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfcTgnpo3vI“Sweet Water” by Meir Ariel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeHj6qfsVmM“I’m Coming Home” by Skylar Grey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k84QxVJd0tI205. Building the Bluetooth Network for Every Single Thing
01:00:42||Season 1, Ep. 205This week on the Mr. Beacon podcast, Simon Ford, founder of Blecon and IoT expert, discusses how Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is revolutionizing industries like healthcare, logistics, and asset tracking. With over 17 years at ARM, Simon shares insights on building scalable IoT solutions and Blecon’s role in transforming BLE for business applications. Tune in to explore the future of IoT connectivity, real-time asset tracking, and the challenges of integrating BLE into modern infrastructure.Simon’s Favorite Songs:“All I Need” by Jacob Collier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue6g7SPSyAM“Many of Horror” by Biffy Clyro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oyl_ICA853s“Mass Destruction” by Faithless: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Wft2olm_VU