In this episode brought to you by Smithtek, hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes chat with Deependra Shekhawat, a seasoned solutions architect from Amazon Web Services (AWS). They discuss industry trends, such as keeping some workloads on-premises in sectors like energy and utilities and leveraging the cloud for cost savings and efficiency. The conversation touches on cloud adoption challenges, the role of leadership in driving change, and the importance of upskilling employees and forming the right partnerships. They also explore the shift from OT to cloud migration, ensuring cybersecurity, and setting up secure environments for OT data, including predictive maintenance and the role of generative AI in the energy sector. Tune in to learn more about the latest advancements in cloud and IoT from industry experts.

00:00 Introduction to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

00:28 Introducing Deependra Shekhawat from AWS

01:15 Deependra’s First Steps in Cloud Computing

05:30 Scalability and Benefits of Cloud Computing

09:45 Cloud Computing for Small Businesses

12:35 AWS and the Energy Sector

16:22 Integrating Generative AI in Asset Management

21:40 The Role of AI in Purchasing and Maintenance Logistics

24:52 AWS Generative AI Agents for Energy

27:34 Implementing Secure Cloud Foundations

31:22 Cybersecurity Challenges in Cloud Adoption

34:10 Discussing AWS Tools for Secure Connectivity

36:59 Organizational Change Management in Cloud Adoption

40:22 Enhancing Digital Fluency Among Leaders

43:18 Preparing for IDAPAC Conference Presentation

45:30 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements

This Episode Is Brought To You By Smithtek.

Smithtek provides turn-key hardware and software for remote monitoring and control, supporting a wide range of industrial protocols and offering a web-based SCADA system. Designed and built in Perth, Western Australia, their solutions make asset management easy for industries like agriculture, mining, and automation, ensuring reliable and real time control.

Smithtek is committed to providing reliable, Australian-made solutions for remote asset management. Our systems are designed to be intuitive and adaptable, making integration with existing infrastructure straightforward. We prioritize simplicity in user experience, ensuring that our technology is accessible for all levels of technical expertise.

For more information, visit ⁠www.smithtek.com.au⁠.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/deependrashekhawat/

Connect with Phil on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/

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