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This week on the Mr. Beacon Podcast we welcome IBM's Wiggs Civitillo to discuss IBM Food Trust. This innovative project, powered by blockchain technology, enhances food safety and sustainability in supply chains. Explore the impact of GS1 and EPCIS standards, as well as the collaboration with iFoodDS, poised to revolutionize global food traceability. 

Song links:

“And Your Bird Can Sing” by The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9g2eU9YGwWQ 

“Amo Soltanto Te” by Andrea Bocelli and Ed Sheeran: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZeciQCNU4c 

“Forever Like That” by Ben Rector: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZAtb8FT9QQ

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In this Mr. Beacon episode, we delve into Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and how the IoT is revolutionizing them, featuring insights from independent consultant Rick Buttner. We discuss QSR efficiency, supply chain tech, and the pressing FSMA 204 deadline, shedding light on how IoT is reshaping this dynamic industry.

Song links:

Hotel California, The Eagles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n04BL8pzFc8

Stairway to Heaven, Led Zeppelin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHFxncb1gRY

I Can Only Imagine, MercyMe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fajw_f44sc0

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This week on Mr. Beacon, we're talking with Garrett Kinsman, Co-Founder at Nodle, a company revolutionizing networks of IoT devices. Nodle connects physical and digital worlds using smartphone and Bluetooth tech. Nodle keeps data decentralized while rewarding users/contributors with crypto. Learn about their new N1 prototype, an IoT device with a sticker form factor. If you're into wireless networks and IoT, don't miss this episode!

Song links:

Viva la vida (ad) - Coldplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3mYc1m3lsM

Stay Crunchy - Ronald Jenkees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg8LfoyDFUM

Random Album Title - Deadmau5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf2O5A2e5D4

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In this episode of Mr. Beacon Podcast, I chat with Julie McGill, VP of Supply Chain Strategy at Trustwell, exploring food safety and traceability. Trustwell links food and data for better supply chain control. Learn about traceability, recalls, and protocols ensuring safe food. We’ll talk about EDI, Blockchain, FSMA Section 204, and much more on this episode of Mr. Beacon!

Song links:

“Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans” - Rosemary Clooney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LwaTQtxtWw 

“Superstition” - Stevie Wonder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CFuCYNx-1g 

“Rock This Town” - The Stray Cats: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-a6ct8aalg

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This episode we have on the Senior Product Marketing Manager from Bluetooth SIG, Kayla Myrhow, and together, we're diving into a rapidly growing segment of IoT which is changing retail and spreading the connectivity that is a back bone of ambient IoT; Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) powered by Bluetooth technology.

From discussing the Bluetooth ESL standard, its secure and stable attributes, to exploring the adoption of ESLs in the US market, we'll journey through the projections that estimate ESL installations ranging from tens of millions to hundreds of millions by 2028. Our discussions will span the use cases for ESLs in retail, from dynamic pricing and precise inventory control to captivating promotions and enriching customer shopping experiences.

We'll delve into the world of deployments, uncovering how these labels integrate with Bluetooth modules and backend systems, including smartphones. It's interesting to think that ESLs have been around for two decades, powered by coin-sized batteries, and are now getting a boost from the latest Bluetooth specification 5.4. We unravel the concept of PAwR (Periodic Advertising with Responses) and encrypted advertising data, which together lay the foundation for a connected, frictionless retail environment.

We'll explore the global ESL standard, ensuring interoperability between various vendors. Beyond retail, we will explain the applications in healthcare system improvements and how they are becoming a replacement for traditional digital signage. We'll unpack the benefits of tracking inventory and ensuring products are sold before their expiration dates.

I hope you enjoy this episode and please let me know if there’s any other topics you’d like us to cover on Mr. Beacon!

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In this episode of  Mr. Beacon, we discuss food safety with Frank Yiannas, former Deputy Commissioner of Food Policy & Response for the FDA. We’ll explore the transformative Section 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act, aiming to enhance food traceability. Frank's insights shed light on the urgency for improved measures after past foodborne illness outbreaks. Join the conversation to learn how this law is shaping a safer food supply chain.

Song links:

Synchronicity II - The Police: https://youtu.be/o5FPPoLqkCk 

Jump - Van Halen: https://youtu.be/SwYN7mTi6HM 

Absolute Reality - The Alarm: https://youtu.be/9l8bBr6o-78

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Today we’re joined by HaiLa Technologies. We talk with Charlotte Savage, the visionary Founder, about their ultra-low-power communication platform, Wi-Fi backscatter, and their mission to create battery-free IoT devices. Explore the future of Wi-Fi protocols and their commitment to environmental sustainability.

Check out their website: https://www.haila.io/about-us

Song links:

Dream On - Aerosmith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6H58swdugE 

Free Bird - Lynyrd Skynyrd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LwcvjNJTuM 

Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKLV8GCrveQ

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