In this episode, we'll dive deeper into the changes and challenges brought about by AI, particularly since the November 22 moment with ChatGPT. We'll explore how AI has impacted industrial systems engineering, data quality, and the utilization of massive amounts of data in factories and supply chains.
Introduction Let's start with the big picture. AI has been around for a while, but the renewed focus on data quality and the challenges of handling vast amounts of data have become more prominent. The November 22 moment with ChatGPT triggered a significant shift in how we approach AI and data.

Importance of Discovery One of the key aspects of an industrial-grade data fabric is the importance of discovery. Access to data, metadata, and data models is crucial for understanding and comprehending the information. This enables tooling, whether AI-assisted or analytics environments, to work effectively.
Normalization is another critical factor. Ensuring common data formats at the consumption layer, such as everything in degrees Fahrenheit, is essential for consuming, discovering, and transforming data. Multistream contextualization also plays a significant role in this process.

Data Storage and Manipulation Where does the data live? This is a separate issue that needs to be addressed. Whether the data is dumped into a data lake or handled ad hoc, the ability to manipulate data at cloud scale has seen significant changes. The technical obstacles are dropping, making it easier to bridge into source systems using well-described interfaces.
Overall, the changes brought about by AI have had a tremendous impact on industrial systems engineering. The focus on interoperability, open systems, and solving large-scale problems has become more prominent. The technical obstacles are getting easier to overcome, and the opportunities for using AI and data fabrics are exciting.

Let's continue the conversation and explore more about industrial-grade data fabrics and their role in the era of AI.

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IEEE 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and 6E represent major advancements in wireless technology, particularly for industrial environments, due to their incremental efficiency, scalability, and bandwidth. Key features like OFDMA allow multiple devices to communicate simultaneously on subdivided channels, reducing latency and improving spectrum use. Wi-Fi 6E introduces the 6 GHz band, significantly expanding available bandwidth and alleviating congestion. While private cellular network alternatives are increasingly popular, they are often more expensive and complex to implement. Wi-Fi 6E provides a cost-effective, reliable alternative that supports digital transformation initiatives like Phoenix Contact’s Digital Factory Now, enabling efficient data transport for AI, digital transformation, and automation.Learn more about the Innovative benefits of Wi-Fi 6 and 6E in Industry in this informative podcast.

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Industrial WLAN with Wi-Fi 6 | Phoenix Contact

Industrial and Outdoor Wireless LAN Market Size Forecast | ARC Advisory Group

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Danny Walters, Product Marketing Specialist for Wireless Products, Phoenix Contact USA

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Chantal Polsonetti, Vice President Industrial Network Infrastructure & Industrial Edge, ARC Advisory Group

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Industrial WLAN with Wi-Fi 6 | Phoenix Contact

Wireless LAN – the standard for wireless Ethernet. Benefit from the advantages of the new generation of Wi-Fi 6 in your applications.

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In a recent ARC Advisory Group SPARC podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Steve Blackwell, Head of the Manufacturing Center of Excellence at Amazon Web Services (AWS). We dove deep into one of the most transformative shifts happening in the industrial sector today: Software Defined Manufacturing (SDM) in the Era of Agentic AI.

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