The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast

Explore healthcare innovation with Navenio's COO and VP of Engineering, Bill Kloes and Sven Albrecht, on The Mr. Beacon Podcast. Learn how their infrastructure-free solutions, developed from Oxford University research, revolutionize indoor location tracking for patients, staff, and assets. Discover applications in the US and UK, business challenges addressed, and the advantages of mobile device strategies. Tune in for insights on the future of healthcare technology, improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing patient care.Sven’s Favorite Songs:“Instant Crush” by Daft Punk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hA9vyUeKRs“That’s Mathematics!” by Tom Lehrer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGB9CnF4qwQ“Pigs (Three Different Ones)” by Pink Floyd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOqblSqx_VIBill’s Favorite Songs:“Cats in the Cradle” by Harry Chapin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puJt66y0TBw“I’ll Stand by You” by The Pretenders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuWAGT9ZkYE“You Raise Me Up” by Josh Groban: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJxrX42WcjQ

This week on the Mr. Beacon podcast, we delve into Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and their vast opportunities in the IoT. Join expert Lauren Roman and myself as we explore the EU's new DPP legislation and its impact on various industries, including automotive, apparel, and electronics. Lauren, Chair of the NAATBatt Track and Trace Committee and Vice Chair of the Society of Automotive Engineers Battery Global Traceability Standards Committee, shares insights on DPPs, product transparency, and battery traceability. Don't miss this fascinating discussion on the future of sustainability and global supply chains.Lauren’s Favorite Songs:“More than Words” by Extreme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R-FGchhwLw“Have I Told You Lately” by Rod Stewart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b96d6-dMi7A“Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2595abcvh2M

In episode 200 of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, I speak with SATO Healthcare's VP, Kevin Allart, covering their journey from bamboo packaging to healthcare tech leader. Learn about their IoT solutions transforming healthcare, collaboration with Wiliot for IoT Pixel tags, and navigating MDR compliance. Plus, delve into Kevin Allart's personal journey from France to Japan.Kevin’s Favorite Songs:Mr. Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7dTBoW5H9k Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQ-UFKxDq5oShe by Charles Aznavour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sOb1lRnMRA

This week on Mr. Beacon, we interview Marty Beard, Co-Founder/CEO of alwaysAI. The company employs computer vision for practical AI solutions, focusing on areas like mining efficiency and retail enhancement while addressing privacy concerns. We discuss the significance of multimodal AI and compare alwaysAI with ChatGPT. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of technology, strategy, and philosophy, envisioning a future shaped by AI and Computer Vision.Marty’s 3 Favorite songsTangled up in Blue, Bob Dylan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKcNyMBw818So What, Miles Davis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylXk1LBvIqUGrateful Dead (various works)

Join us on Mr. Beacon as Thaddeus Sergura, VP of Data Products at Wiliot, discusses the transformative power of ambient IoT in retail, live from NRF. Explore how low-cost devices revolutionize data acquisition, replacing unreliable inventory methods. We’ll challenge handheld  scanners' efficiency and debate the pros and cons of subscription models. Reshape retail experiences and redefine industry standards in this must-listen episode for tech and commerce enthusiasts.

This week, guest Curt Schacker, Co-Founder of TrackVision AI, joins us to discuss supply chain visibility. Discover how TrackVision AI tackles challenges through EPCIS 2.0 and Digital Link, promoting interoperability and simplifying collaboration. Explore applications like food safety and carbon tracking, challenging traditional methods. Curt's insights, inspired by his work on the Hubble Space Telescope, shed light on the evolving tech landscape. Illuminate the future of supply chain with TrackVision AI on this week’s episode!Curt’s Top 3 Songs:A Day in the Life, The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usNsCeOV4GM Baby Blue, Bad Finger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbILy-bCN4M Sunday Morning Coming Down, Johnny Cash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9DuLnd7Tqw 

This week on Mr. Beacon, we delve into the world of RFID innovation with Pierre Muller from EM Microelectronic. Recorded at the AIPIA SHOW in Amsterdam, we explore EM Microelectronic's roots, UHF and NFC dynamics. We cover topics ranging from dual-frequency chips, sustainability in smart packaging, and the RFID RAIN Alliance's role. Uncover the intricacies of the semiconductor industry, and potential synergies between competing RF technologies. Pierre’s Top 3 Songs:Mack the Knife by Louis Armstrong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28ULUQgxJ5M Is This Love by Bob Marley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=co2FK0WbXX0 In The End by Linkin Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mZURD3LAW0

In this episode of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, Dominique Guinard, VP of Innovation at Digimarc, discusses the concept of Digital Product Passports (DPP). With the potential to disrupt the US, DPP originates from the EU's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, DPP empowers consumers with vital information on product carbon footprints, revolutionizing conscious consumerism. Dominique explores the shift from a "nice to have" to a "must have," impacting global brands and combating greenwashing. We’ll uncover DPP standards, such as GS1, and how it authenticates transactions, providing a guide to navigating sustainability, digital innovation, and the future of informed choices. Stay ahead with Mr. Beacon!