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The IIoT Podcast is an AI-generated series inspired by the insights of Henry Costa. It explores how modern factories connect machines, data, and people to drive smarter, faster manufacturing. Each episode shares real lessons from global Industry 4.0 programs, offering practical perspectives on connectivity, cloud, and data-driven transformation. For deeper insights and articles, visit iiotblog.com.

  1. #088 - Why Your OEE Is Probably Wrong

    FEB 11

    #088 - Why Your OEE Is Probably Wrong

    In this episode, we take a calm and honest look at a sensitive topic in manufacturing: your OEE numbers might not be telling the full truth. We explore why OEE often looks clean on dashboards but hides data gaps, inconsistent definitions, and signals that don’t reflect what’s really happening on the shop floor. From PLC tags that don’t match reality to manual overrides that skew performance, small issues can quietly distort the big picture. The discussion focuses on what usually goes wrong and how teams can rebuild trust in their metrics — not by adding more charts, but by fixing the foundation. If OEE feels more political than practical in your plant, this conversation will sound familiar. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    16 min
  2. #087 - From IIoT Platform to Real Practice

    FEB 9

    #087 - From IIoT Platform to Real Practice

    In this episode, we explore what it really means to build an IIoT solution portfolio — not just choosing a platform, but turning it into something teams can actually use and scale. The conversation looks at why many portfolios stall after the technology decision, and how value only shows up when solutions become repeatable, understandable, and grounded in real operations. We talk about the gap between demos and day-to-day use, the role of standards and patterns, and why practice matters more than features. It’s a calm, practical reflection on moving from “we bought the platform” to “this is how we deliver results.” Less theory, more reality, and a few lessons learned along the way. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    18 min
  3. #086 - Why Data Context Matters in IIoT

    FEB 6

    #086 - Why Data Context Matters in IIoT

    In this episode, we talk about a simple truth that trips up many IIoT projects: raw numbers don’t mean much without context. Streaming data from machines is easy. Understanding what that data represents, when it matters, and how it should be used is the hard part. We explore why context turns signals into insight, and how missing context leads to confusion, bad decisions, or dashboards no one trusts. The conversation walks through real shop-floor examples where the same value meant different things depending on the process, the state of the machine, or the moment in time. It’s a calm, practical look at why smarter manufacturing starts with better understanding, not more data. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    16 min
  4. #085 - ProveIt! 2026: What I’m Hoping to See

    FEB 4

    #085 - ProveIt! 2026: What I’m Hoping to See

    In this episode, we share a thoughtful take on what really matters going into the ProveIt! Conference 2026. Instead of chasing announcements or polished demos, the focus is on expectations that feel more grounded: honest conversations, lessons from what didn’t work, and clearer proof of what actually delivers value in IIoT and manufacturing. The discussion looks at what makes events like this useful — real use cases, open dialogue between vendors and practitioners, and fewer slides that pretend everything is easy. It’s a calm, slightly curious reflection on what would make a conference worth the time for people working in the field, and what signals real progress versus noise. For deeper reading and more real-world perspectives, visit iiotblog.com.

    18 min
  5. #084 - AI, IIoT, and the Knowledge Leaving the Shop Floor

    FEB 2

    #084 - AI, IIoT, and the Knowledge Leaving the Shop Floor

    In this episode, we talk about a quiet problem many factories are facing right now: valuable shop-floor knowledge walking out the door. As experienced operators retire or move on, a lot of practical know-how goes with them. We explore how AI and IIoT can help capture, share, and preserve that knowledge — not by replacing people, but by supporting the next generation. The discussion looks at real examples, like using data, context, and simple tools to document how work is actually done, not just how it’s written in procedures. It also touches on the limits, because not everything can or should be automated. It’s a thoughtful, human look at how technology can help keep experience alive on the shop floor. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    19 min
  6. #083 - Building a Credible IIoT Business Case

    JAN 31

    #083 - Building a Credible IIoT Business Case

    In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to build an IIoT business case that people actually believe. Not a deck full of big numbers, but a clear story that connects technology to real operational problems. The discussion looks at where business cases often go wrong — vague benefits, unrealistic savings, or skipping the hard questions around cost, risk, and ownership. We also explore what helps instead: starting small, tying use cases to measurable outcomes, and being honest about trade-offs. It’s a calm, practical conversation for anyone trying to explain why an IIoT initiative is worth doing — especially to leaders who care more about impact than architecture diagrams. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    18 min
  7. #082 - Unified Namespace (UNS) as the Foundation of IIoT

    JAN 30

    #082 - Unified Namespace (UNS) as the Foundation of IIoT

    In this episode, we explore why a Unified Namespace (UNS) is often described as the architectural backbone of modern IIoT systems. Instead of focusing on tools or vendors, the discussion looks at structure — how data is organized, shared, and understood across teams and systems. We talk about why UNS helps reduce duplication, simplify integrations, and create a single source of truth that both IT and OT can trust. The conversation also touches on common misconceptions, early mistakes teams make, and why UNS is more about discipline than technology. It’s a calm, practical look at how a clear data structure can make complex industrial environments easier to scale and maintain over time. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    18 min
  8. #081 - From Shop Floor to Cloud: How Data Really Moves

    JAN 28

    #081 - From Shop Floor to Cloud: How Data Really Moves

    In this episode, we follow manufacturing data on its full journey — from sensors and PLCs on the shop floor all the way to cloud dashboards and analytics. It sounds simple, but the path is anything but. We walk through what actually happens in between: gateways, protocols, buffering, context, and the many places where things can slow down or break. The conversation focuses on real-world flows, not ideal diagrams, and explains why latency, reliability, and data quality depend on choices made early in the architecture. It’s a clear, practical look at how industrial data moves, why the “middle” matters most, and how small design decisions shape everything downstream. For deeper reading and more real-world insights, visit iiotblog.com.

    18 min
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The IIoT Podcast is an AI-generated series inspired by the insights of Henry Costa. It explores how modern factories connect machines, data, and people to drive smarter, faster manufacturing. Each episode shares real lessons from global Industry 4.0 programs, offering practical perspectives on connectivity, cloud, and data-driven transformation. For deeper insights and articles, visit iiotblog.com.

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