IoE

January 29, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Collaboration—It’s More than You Might Expect

2 min read

Collaboration in the era of the Internet of Everything (IoE) is not just about people connecting with people. Yet when you ask most people how they picture “collaboration,” they probably think of person-to-person collaboration first: perhaps a web-based conference call where people are sharing content such as a Word document or a PowerPoint presentation. Or […]

January 29, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Cisco IOx: An Application Enablement Framework for the Internet of Things

3 min read

This is a three part blog that will explore some of the issues that are still holding back the Internet of Things (IoT), what Cisco is doing to help to solve these issues (via Cisco IOx), and what are some of the real life benefits that can be achieved. Helping to solve the “Data Tsunami” […]

January 28, 2014

MANUFACTURING

IoE and KFC – The Possibilities are Endless

2 min read

Well, 2013 was a whirlwind and the first month of 2014 has flown by with hypersonic speed.  We are definitely living in very unique and interesting times.  As I reflect on the past year, one obvious theme or revelation always comes to the forefront…..technology and the use of it is the common fabric that enables […]

January 23, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Summary: Next Gen IT Predictions: 2014 and Beyond

1 min read

2014 will be a year that builds on the momentum of mobile, cloud, the Internet of Things (IoT) and the Internet of Everything (IoE). How can your organization realize value from today’s new model for IT? Here’s my take on the trends we will see over the next twelve months: Increasing urgency to manage our zettabyte-driven […]

January 23, 2014

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

Next Gen IT Predictions: 2014 and Beyond

6 min read

In my travels, I am fortunate to see new and interesting innovations, emerging technologies and trends. Of course, the growth of mobile and cloud technologies continues to shape our work and lives. 2014 will be a year that builds on the momentum of these trends, along with IoT, with more connected people, processes data and things […]

January 22, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

The IoE-Ready Retailer: Connecting Sellers and Shoppers Like Never Before

3 min read

We live in a time of tremendous and challenging technological disruptions. Yet it is also a time when the opportunities for business transformation are equally vast and impactful. This is particularly true for the retail industry. The wave of change, which Cisco calls the Internet of Everything (IoE), is fast-moving, and retailers will need to […]

January 17, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Ready for the Next Phase Of The Smart Grid?

1 min read

One of the greatest changes taking place today in the energy industry is the increased need for information from every aspect of the grid. Utilities need detailed data to meet regulatory requirements and to understand the grid’s condition on a granular level. They need to understand the grid’s condition from moment to moment – helping […]

January 15, 2014

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

At CES, Glitzy Wearables, Snazzy Smart Cars, and, Yes, Trash Cans

3 min read

Walking the miles of aisles at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, it’s easy to see how the Internet of Everything (IoE) is revolutionizing our lives. Super-smart homes, cars, drones, and all manner of entertainment are on display seemingly everywhere, along with a mind-boggling array of wearable, connected technologies. But CES — […]

January 14, 2014

MANUFACTURING

3D Value Chains: Real Life Observations

3 min read

Recently my colleague Chet Namboodri in his blog “Predictions 2014: Wager on the Internet of Everything” did a great level set on predictions for 2014 Manufacturing trends.  I want to add some additional comments on what I have been observing in the field and with our customers today. The first IDC prediction described 3D value […]