Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to John Todd, Sr. Business Consultant with Total Resource Management about "Machine Learning and the hyper focus on analyzing data".  Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:















Industrial IoT security and asset management at SMRP conference. 0:00

Palo Alto Networks offers industrial IoT security solutions with ROI of 351%.


Data analysis and its importance in various industries. 2:22

Engineer with degree in electronics shares experience working on Deep Space Network antennas in California.
Scott MacKenzie and John Todd discuss the importance of data analysis in business, with John sharing their experience in managing data for an Air Force contract and their current role as a business partner for IBM.


Analyzing data and making decisions. 5:57

John discusses the challenges of analyzing large datasets, including the need to blur one's vision to see patterns and the constant flow of new data.
John and Scott MacKenzie discuss the never-ending nature of data analysis, with new data constantly flooding in and requiring constant re-evaluation.


AI-powered insights and decision-making. 9:00

John discusses the power of AI models in analyzing data and providing insights, highlighting their ability to find patterns and trends in multiple channels of data.
John believes that by understanding these models and accepting the noise in the data, we can make better decisions and uncover insights that were previously unknown.
Homeowner expresses frustration with AI-controlled sprinkler system, preferring manual control for customized results.


AI, data analysis, and maintenance management. 14:04

Scott MacKenzie: "I have a rain gauge. If it rains, I don't need to worry about it. If it doesn't, I want that thing on."
John: "These new tools are just another business tool. We need to learn how to apply them and understand them better."
John Todd emphasizes the importance of data analysis and collection in maintenance and asset management.
John Todd encourages industrial professionals to connect with him and industrial talk to amplify their voice and solve problems.

















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