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Seoul Robotics launches ‘breakthrough’ perception software platform

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​Seoul Robotics​, a 3D computer vision company using AI and machine learning to power the future of mobility, has made its formal debut in the US market with the launch of its first commercial product, Discovery.

The company, which has been developing sensor agnostic perception software for 3D sensors for the past three years, provides large-scale companies, institutions, and governments with access to LiDAR solutions to support a range of functions and increase efficiency and safety.

The LiDAR market is currently on track to reach more than $3 billion by 2025, fueled over the last decade by companies focused on the development of autonomous vehicles. [Read more…] about Seoul Robotics launches ‘breakthrough’ perception software platform

Delivering Content Like Never Before

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When you’re watching a movie on Netflix, skipping between one webpage to another, downloading an image, or accessing a cloud storage server, you’re getting some form of content.

The way this information is delivered to you actually involves an intricate and complex process that ensures that you’re getting the right content quickly.

Obtaining and assessing vital information has never been quicker or more efficient, and this is in large part thanks to the emergence of content delivery networks, which are a network of servers and data centres that work in tandem with each other in order to deliver a faster connection to users. [Read more…] about Delivering Content Like Never Before

ABB chooses IBM for procurement digitization

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IBM has been contracted by ABB to help support its procurement digitization journey with the launch of SmartBuy, a newly designed end-to-end employee purchasing program that aims to match the ease of online shopping with the intuitiveness and speed of a search engine. 

The solution is designed to also be tasked with automating the process of finding, procuring and managing ABB’s supplier network, with services like self-registration and contract processes.

Daniel Stumm, ABB’s head of indirect procurement, says: “We wanted to transform our eProcurement processes to drive business value and create a better experience for our user community and suppliers while avoiding the need for major training and allowing for an increased level of self-service. [Read more…] about ABB chooses IBM for procurement digitization

Critical Manufacturing launches its new, ‘most advanced’ manufacturing execution system

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Critical Manufacturing has relased what it describes as its “most advanced” Industry 4.0 Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Critical Manufacturing MES V8 reveals a revolutionary new IoT Data Platform that merges IoT with MES and, two significant new modules that advance smart manufacturing in areas of materials logistics and factory automation to enable manufacturers to move closer to “Lights-Out” factories.

The release represents a “step change” for manufacturers to accelerate progress towards Industry 4.0, says Critical Manufacturing. [Read more…] about Critical Manufacturing launches its new, ‘most advanced’ manufacturing execution system

5 Tips to Practice Sustainable Manufacturing

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“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.”
Albert Einstein

Sustainability is the future of manufacturing. With methodology like lean manufacturing, industrial companies can stay ahead of the competition by reducing waste, improving customer opinion, and increasing cost savings.

If you want to start on the path of sustainability, read more below. [Read more…] about 5 Tips to Practice Sustainable Manufacturing

Internet industry group ECO reveals best practices for green data centres

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The European internet industry group ECO has unveiled what it says are “best practices” for environmentally friendly information technology infrastructure.

The new study by ECO shows best practices in the field of energy-efficient data centres formulates technological development potentials as well as policy recommendations.

CO2 emissions from data centres have been declining in Europe for five years, despite a massive increase in processing power. [Read more…] about Internet industry group ECO reveals best practices for green data centres

Popular Game Development Partner Services

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The large number of game development companies are rapidly increasing. Especially with the rise of how popular gaming is with the younger demographics that are discovering their love for gaming.

With more games being developed, it opens up opportunities for companies to use a game development partner to produce their new games with better quality and speed.

Below are some of the important services that game development partners offer and how they can help bring your project to life. There are a ton of different features out there, but these are a couple of the most common services that are offered. [Read more…] about Popular Game Development Partner Services

‘Seismic shift’ happening in manufacturing sector, says new report

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There is a seismic shift happening in the manufacturing industry as it advances towards Industry 4.0, according to a new report by Ericsson.

The telecommunications technology company recently launched its Connected Manufacturing report, which explores challenges the industry is up against and how smart solutions will be “key in helping manufacturers gearing up for Industry 4.0”.

Specifically, the report offers a deep-dive analysis of five high-value use cases and technologies that address the most imminent points in the industry. [Read more…] about ‘Seismic shift’ happening in manufacturing sector, says new report

ABB selects Google Cloud to expand its cloud coverage

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Google Cloud has been selected by ABB to further expand the cloud footprint of its ABB Information Systems (IS) services business unit.

The Swiss-headquartered global technology leader has chosen Google Cloud as part of the organization’s “Rationalizing IT Operations” – codenamed “Program RIO” – initiative, which seeks to further increase the scalability and resilience of its infrastructure services to all ABB businesses.

Google Cloud will collaborate with ABB’s hosting services team to layout an optimized cloud migration that is tailored to meet the IS needs of ABB businesses. [Read more…] about ABB selects Google Cloud to expand its cloud coverage

Your Guide to Finding a Database

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What is a database?

A database is a server or cloud source used to store and access confidential information. Several individuals use a type of database to store all their information away. Many forms of many kinds are stored to protect lots of personal information.

Most importantly, businesses are widely known to use a trusted database to secure the many forms of information within their company, such as records. It is definitely important for large companies to secure the information of the business as well as the information of all their employees.

Databases are critical for a business to run professionally and smoothly for years to come. When working for a business, you trust in them to be cautious about the company and your information. This also shows how much a company cares about its reputation and the ongoing of its business as well as its employees. [Read more…] about Your Guide to Finding a Database