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Stephanie Atkinson
CEO and Founder at Compass Intelligence, LLC
Bandera, United States
Stephanie Atkinson is the founder and CEO of Compass Intelligence, a market research and advisory firm serving technology companies for more than 17 years. She also founded vMarque.com in 2020 to help small businesses become digital, mobile, and virtual. She is an author and contributor to CIO.com, an industry influencer for IDG Tech, and has been quoted in numerous trade publications including CNN Money, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and CEO Magazine, among others. She also volunteers for the McFerrin Center for Entrepreneurship at Texas A&M University. Ms. Atkinson has also been listed on the Top 100 Wireless Technology Experts 2014 by Today's Wireless World, as well as Top M2M Influencer (#8) by Onalytica, and the 50 Most Influential Women in IoT (Internet of Things) by IoTi. She previously chaired two invite-only conference summits including IoT Exchange Smart Cities Summit and Enterprise Exchange Summit. She also serves as an executive advisor to Texas A&M’s Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution Department. Ms. Atkinson holds a B.S. in Industrial Distribution from the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University (College Station, TX), and an M.B.A. with a concentration in Management of Technology from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
Available For: Authoring, Consulting, Influencing, Speaking Travels From: San Antonio, TX Speaking Topics: smart cities, business technology and transformation, 5G, Future of Work
Agile Practices to Enable the Future of Work - Stephanie Atkinson of Compass Intelligence
June 01, 2022
Embracing Next Generation IoT Technologies to Transform Smart Infrastructure: Compass Intelligence
June 01, 2022
Stephanie Atkinson shares her Insights, Feedback, and Highlights of #CES2021
June 01, 2022
Featured Topics
Internet of Things
IoT, IIoT, a focus on B2B and Industrial use cases and applications including smart cities
Business Technology and The Future of Work
A focus on business technologies and tools that enable automation, real-time analytics, improved customer and digital experiences, and improved operations.
Engaging with Customers Through Conversations and Messages that Resonate
A focus on the customer perspective when it comes to technology and tech buying...how to best create, engage, and explore the touchpoints that customers respond to and engage in a meaningful way, along with digital experiences that change the story and allow you to best compete.
External Advisory Counsel, Texas A&M University Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution Dept
TAMU ETID
August 01, 2018
External Advisory Counsel, Texas A&M University Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution Dept - participate in planning, twice annual meetings with board members, engineering awards events, and more.
IoT is Not Dead, the Game is just changing!
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August 18, 2023
IoT is NOT dead, but the game is changing. When the term "IoT" took off, some experts and analyst firms categorized it as an industry. Some of us, especially the crew at IoT Coffee Talk, would get so aggravated at the blanket term of IoT when used to describe a narrowed market or a myopi
IoT is Not Dead, the Game is just changing!
LinkedIn
August 16, 2023
IoT is NOT dead, but the game is changing. When the term "IoT" took off, some experts and analyst firms categorized it as an industry. Some of us, especially the crew at IoT Coffee Talk, would get so aggravated at the blanket term of IoT when used to describe a narrowed market or a myopic description of the technology. IoT remains a blanket term used to describe things (i.e. assets, structures, tangible objects, mobile vehicles, items, etc.) being connected to the Internet. In 2010, Ericsson first shared there would be a projected 50 billion connected devices by 2020. That later was cut to 25 billion, and in the end was not the important factor. All of that, in my opinion missed the mark. Connections are connections are connections...Are the tech firms making money and are the businesses (clients) adopting and rolling out "IoT" seeing value?
11th Annual CompassIntel Awards Opens for Nomination
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March 03, 2023
Hope on over to our AWARDS page to get your nominations in for the 11th annual CompassIntel awards. Let us know if you have any questions, just simply email us directly at awards@compassintelligence.com. #wsite-video-container-315757728865217096{ ba
autoXreport & The AutoTech Opportunity
LinkedIn
February 09, 2023
Gearing up for our autoXreport Innovator Awards this week! Why automotive tech? We see this as one of the brighter and promising areas of technology in 2023 and over the next 10 years. Some of the most impactful innovations in sensors, edge compute, data analytics, AI, and customer experience are happening in the automotive, transportation, and fleet sectors.
Qualcomm Ups their Retail Game with IoT
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January 20, 2023
Recently, I sat down with Art Miller to chat about Qualcomm’s IoT role in the retail sector. Art is the Global Head of Retail IoT at Qualcomm and is responsible for overall strategy in the retail vertical. Before I share more about our exciting conversation, let’s first dive into
Wireless is Driving Broadband, Driven by Fixed Wireless
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December 08, 2022
How crazy is it that traditional broadband providers are seeing record growth in adding wireless subscribers (MVNO services), while carriers are seeing record growth in broadband subscriber adds (FWA or fixed wireless access aka 5G Home Internet or 5G Business Internet)? Should cable broadban
Gearing up for 2023 & Automotive is Key
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December 01, 2022
As we start the last month of December, Compass Intelligence has been thinking through the "What's Next" in technology. As a careful observer of funding, startups, anno
5G Americas Analyst Forum 2022 Wrap up
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October 26, 2022
On October 20th, a large group of industry analysts joined 5G Americas staff and members to discuss the state of 5G. Neville Ray of T-Mobile, Chair of 5G Americas, kicked off the event after a warm welcome
CompassIntel ExecChat: Joined with Jeff Lorbeck of Qualcomm
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October 05, 2022
In September 2022, Stephanie Atkinson visited the beautiful San Diego campus of Qualcomm. Please enjoy this executive chat with Jeff Lorbeck (SVP and GM, Connected Smart Systems at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.) and listen to the guru himself share the latest trends in IoT, AI, smart cameras, autonomo
When Field Service and Fleet Management Join Forces, IoT Remains Essential
Compass Intelligence
September 26, 2022
Field services and fleet management go hand in hand, while IoT (Internet of Things) continues to provide essential real-time intelligence to improve visibility, safety, and operational efficiencies. Connectivity, tracking, and telematics are at the center of the advancements being made in these industries. When you think about field services, you think many moving parts that need coordination…you think a wide range of logistics synchronization, customer support, delivery operations, and other coordinated activities that are all collectively brought about to make sure products/goods and services are delivered on time, with superior customer service, and with complete accuracy and safety. Field services and operations may include activities such as collecting customer insights, scheduling/dispatching of fleets, bid and estimate calculations, work orders and troubleshooting, and other administrative functions such as billing, accounts receivable, client/customer relations, and more. In addition, some field service teams may also include repair, maintenance, installation, and other services where technicians are required. People, processes, planning, and profit remain the four critical components of field services. The industry continues to move towards a digital transformation journey embracing cloud, software as a service, and IoT.
How Qualcomm is Advancing AI and Internet of Things to Prepare Tomorrow’s Businesses and Cities
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September 20, 2022
In early July, I was honored to have a chat with Megha Daga, Senior Director of Product Management and AI/ML lead for the Internet of Things (IoT) at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. . As a critical player in AI enablement across the IoT group at Qualcomm, Megha has been crucial in the development
Executive Spotlight: GPS Insight CEO, Gary Fitzgerald
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August 24, 2022
Please describe your title and overall role within your company or organization. As CEO of GPS Insight, I have 25 years of expertise in corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and IT operations. With a background in technology, I appreciate the challenge of
Why edge computing changes the game for businesses
Compass Intelligence
June 20, 2022
The buzz in 2021 rang super loud around the topic of edge computing, and the excitement and hype are continuing in 2022. The reason for the hype: edge computing is game-changing for businesses and government customers for many reasons. But first, let’s talk about data.
BIG NEWS, sign up today! #EDGEsurvey
Compass Intelligence
June 16, 2021
Now is your chance to grab this opportunity (SPONSOR the research) to probe the market, augment your upcoming plans and strategy for Q4 2021 and 2022. Edge computing, edge analytics, and business data intelligence is the future of software, as a Service, automation, and business acceleration and more importantly, the continued road to business and digital transformation. (survey of both end-users and business decision-makers)
How did 2020 end for Business Wireless?
Compass Intelligence
May 18, 2021
As we gear up to update our Q1 numbers for B2B Wireless subscriber data (business wireless), we will share some insights on how the top three carriers ended their year in 2020. For this, we focus on just the business market including corporate liable (company gets and pays the bill) and business individually liable (employee gets partially or fully reimbursed, use of phone 50% or more of the time for business purposes) subscribers. But before we do that, let's take a look at the postpaid subscriber dip (shown above) the market experienced in 2020, driven by a complete halt on IT and tech spending due to the pandemic and COVID-19 impact. Postpaid subscribers for the top 3 reached roughly 275 million by the end of 2020. At the same time, in Q1 of 2020, the T-Mobile/Sprint merger was also finalized and Q2 began the recording of the NEW company with consolidated subscriber numbers.
Nominations Open for the 9th Annual Compass Intelligence Awards in Mobile, IoT, and Emerging Technology
Compass Intelligence
March 10, 2021
Nominations are now open for the 9th annual 2021 CompassIntel Mobile, IoT, and Emerging Tech Awards, honoring companies and vendors demonstrating innovation, leadership, disruption, and excellence in the tech industry. There are roughly 40 award categories including those in augmented reality, IoT vehicle telematics, industrial sensors, smart lighting, artificial intelligence, and B2B mobile applications, among others. Nominations will close on March 31 at 9PM CT. Voting will take place in early April, with a formal announcement being made via Press Release and marketing campaign on April 7, 2021.
CompassIntel Predictions 2021, and IoT Coffee Talk
Compass Intelligence
December 28, 2020
About a year ago I shared my predictions around 2020, but never even imagined what we would be going through in terms of disruption, covid-19 impact, and just a whirlwind of uncertainties across business of all sizes felt in 2020. I did mention last year that we would see 2020 as the year of '5G and The Edge' and that definitely was the case as we saw IoT solutions rely on edge computing to further real-time data intelligence and analytics needed for critical business applications and real-time intelligence for business operations.
Zebra Technologies Wins IoT Innovator Award for Innovation in Retail & Customer Experiences
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December 15, 2020
Zebra SmartSight recognized as innovative IoT solution by Compass Intelligence Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver a performance edge, today announced that Compass Intelligence recogn
ADLINK Honoured as a 2020 IoT Innovator in Machine Vision Technologies by CompassIntel
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December 10, 2020
ADLINK’s NEON-1000-MDX AI Smart Camera wins Compass Intelligence IoT Innovator Award ADLINK Technology Inc., a global leader in edge computing, has been awarded the Compass Intelligence 2020 IoT Innovator Award for Machine Vision Technologies for its NEON-1000-MDX AI Smart Camera serie
Founder and Chief MARQUEting Officer
vMarque.com
May 01, 2020
vMarque.com is a web design, creative content, and digital onboarding agency serving small businesses across the globe. Services include web design, logo design, content development, writing, social media management, and setting up businesses to be mobile, digital, and virtual. This company was founded in 2020 after witnessing the number of small businesses challenged due to the pandemic and changing business landscape.
IoT Premier League Top 100 IoT Thought Leaders and Influencers Division - #32
IoT Community - Internet of Things Community®
May 11, 2020
Week 14 of the IoT Community - Internet of Things Community's IoT Premier League Top 100 IoT Thought Leaders and Influencers Division is published. https://lnkd.in/dFhXgGD. We welcome 2 new additions to the league this week: Virgilio Fiorese (VICO) and Stephanie Atkinson. Kudos to all these amazing IoT thought leaders. Have a great weekend. #IoTCommunity #IoTPL
Tags: Digital Transformation, Digital Disruption, Leadership
Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Cloud Computing (January 2020) You are here:
Thinkers360
January 12, 2020
Here’s the Thinkers360 leaderboard for the top 50 global thought leaders and influencers on Cloud Computing for January 2020. Congratulations to all our thought leaders and experts who participated!
100 B2B Thought Leaders and Influencers to Follow in 2020
Thinkers360
December 30, 2019
Here’s the Thinkers360 leaderboard for the top 100 global thought leaders and influencers on Technology for December 2019. Congratulations to all our thought leaders and experts who participated!
The NEW Future of Work
LinkedIn
September 26, 2020
I have the pleasure to announce that I will be a speaker at “Women Entrepreneurship & Digital Technologies. E-leadership Conference”. The topic I will share with you is,The NEW Future of Work”.
The conference will be part of the biggest event in digital technologies “European Digital Week” which, unfortunately, this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be held in a virtual format. Within a week from 21st to 26th of September experts from over 60 countries will share their professional experience in 26 conferences and 6 forums.
The Intersection of Tech Brings Us to the Next Generation 5G Enterprise
nGage Events
June 07, 2020
s we explore the intersection of mobile, IoT, data/analytics, and AI, enterprises across size will experience a major shift in customer experiences, commerce, logistics, service and product delivery, and supply chain beyond 2020. Join Stephanie Atkinson as she delivers an enticing look on the impact and next phase of Digital Transformation 2.0, along with the tech intersection and enablers including 5G, Edge Computing, and 'As a Service.'
Agile Practices to Enable the Future of Work
nGage Events
July 24, 2019
What does an agile enterprise look like? What core technologies are enabling the future of work? This keynote will set the stage for the conference and present a host of key enterprise technology trends around workplace automation, process and operations advancement, applications/software tools, changing customer experiences, and flexible practices. Primary discussion points will include artificial intelligence, devops, workspace tech, connected operations, cloud's role in IoT, mobile solutions in both workforce and go to market, and automation best-in-class solutions across industry.
Tags: Digital Transformation, Future of Work, Agile
Smart Cities for Good
nGage Events
November 12, 2018
Stephanie Atkinson, the chair of IoT6, will dive into the core innovation and use cases in building smart communities and cities for good. As funding is scarce and projects get lost in translation and support, the industry must explore innovative funding mechanisms and leverage applications that drive benefits, sustainability, daily life improvement, resources for the betterment of the people, and use technology to provide real quantifiable improvements to the earth, environment, air quality, traffic, pollution, etc.
Tags: Digital Transformation, Emerging Technology, IoT
Embarking on a Connected and Automated Ecosystem: Manufacturing and Industrial Verticals
nGage Events
November 03, 2017
In this keynote, Stephanie Atkinson will dive into the look ahead in the changing business models and future technologies expected to impact, change, transform, and revolutionize manufacturing, factories, distribution ecosystems, and delivery of goods and services.
2019 AT&T Women in Business Chat
Onalytics
December 11, 2019
Annual Women in Business Chat on Twitter. While businesses across the country have made great strides in welcoming female leadership and talent through a variety of industries, there is still a long road ahead. To keep the momentum going, our chats serve as a channel in encouraging leaders to share some knowledge for the next generation. Check out how this year’s participants have defied all odds and upended their industries to get to where they are today. Stephanie Atkinson was honored and invited to participate by Onalytica.
Facilitating “as-a-service” business models and the convergence of AI and IoT opening new avenues to revenue
knect365
April 08, 2020
How is the value chain evolving based on the relationship between AI and IoT?
Looking beyond optimization: Searching for potential evolution of business models once technology can “learn”
Diving into the economies of data value: Where can your generated data become an asset across the whole value chain?
Taking industry examples from insurance and finance to deep-dive into developing business opportunities and crucial partnerships opening new areas of growth
Data Governance & Management, a Crucial Automation Key to Agility - Fireside Chat
nGage Events
June 24, 2019
As we build out mass IoT and sensor systems, data becomes one of the most critical keys to building an agile business or organization. The data we collect will become increasingly intelligent and act in ways without human intervention, as artificial intelligence and machine learning advance decision-making and governance. Join us for this fireside chat to dive into how we truly leverage data for business operations, changing customer experiences, and embracing data to make decisions, act, plan, and predict. Naidu Gandham will share his personal experience, use cases, examples, and thought leadership for data governance, data security, data management, data algorithms, defining data, and much more.
Thought Leadership in Enterprise Automation, Advancements, and Experiences
nGage Events
June 24, 2019
Panelists in this session will discuss the hottest trends in enterprise future-of-work technologies, solutions, and agile practices. Participants include experts, thought leaders, and influencers from our esteemed advisory board. As enterprises ramp up activities in automating operations and processes, enabling remote workforces with mobile tools, utilizing big data resources, and replacing legacy work methods with automated solutions, technology and culture remain the foundational pillars of this transformation. Join us as we explore new tools, best practices, notable use cases, and innovative ways of applying technology to workspaces and workplaces for the next generation of enterprise success.
Unique Opportunities & Key Learnings from Live Deployments, and Market Perspectives in Smart Cities
nGage Events
November 12, 2018
The session will probe our industry experts and thought leaders around what is happening today, what to expect over the next 5 years, technology considerations, security considerations, and predictions for 2018. Hear for our advisory board on factors to consider, challenges to be aware of, success stories, and ideas to bring back to your team. Explore as we break apart live deployment examples, real world examples, segmenting the ecosystem and landscape, and expert perspectives.
Tags: Digital Transformation, GovTech, Smart Cities
Technology Imperatives when Connecting Smart Infrastructure: ClearBlade, Dell, Subex
nGage Events
April 18, 2018
This session focuses around imperatives, considerations, and priorities when connecting smart infrastructure including a review of connectivity options, edge computing and analytics, intelligence alerting and notification, and anomaly detection. As we place sensors or connect infrastructure through bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular, satellite and other technologies, what are key considerations that executives must consider or evaluate to advance or automate their assets and infrastructure?
5G and Technology: Oh, the Places We'll Go!
Consumer Technology Association
January 10, 2018
5G, the latest generation of mobile Internet connectivity, delivers faster speeds and more reliable connections than ever before. Understand from the latest CTA research and industry experts how improved networks around the world will enable innovations and more implementations of IoT technology. With the necessary infrastructure to carry enormous amounts of data in place, a smarter and more connected world is enabled.
Defining Next Generation Automation, Logistics, and the Supply Chain
nGage Events
November 03, 2017
The session will dive into key topics including Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Automation, Robotics, and more. Analysts and advisors will discuss key trends, insights, and activities happening in the market today and looking forward.
ET6 General Session Panel: Cloud and Analytics Discussion
nGage Events
June 08, 2017
The various versions of intelligent data analytics, such as machine learning and deep learning, are changing the types of services that are available to companies such as conversational interfaces and image recognition. Today’s cloud vendors are also adding new machine learning services at an unprecedented rate. With so much change in the landscape, this session with leading analysts will address what’s real today and what’s on the horizon.
Internet of Things 2018
csuite podcast
November 19, 2018
Produced in partnership with the European PR agency Tyto, in this episode, we discuss Tyto's 2018 'State of the Nation report' on the Internet of Things (IoT), hearing from a number of experts who contributed to it.
For the main part of the show, Russell Goldsmith speaks to Practical Futurist, Andrew Grill and Abraham Joseph, Founder of IOT insights, plus Stephanie Atkinson, CEO of Compass Intelligence also joins the discussion in the studio via Skype from her offices in San Antonio in Texas.
Welcome to IoT Coffee Talk where we have a fireside chat about all things #IoT over a cup of coffee or two with some of the industry's leading business minds, thought leaders and technologists in a totally unscripted, organic format.
This week, Leonard, Rob, Stephanie, and Marc talk about the biggest news in IoT this week! GCP will be shuttering the doors of its IoT Core business. Find out why fail fast and fail often is a bad business practice and philosophy, why we won't take the global water crisis seriously until it is way too late, AWS private 5G (not really) networks, and why IoT fails. Hint, the wrong attitude and too much Kool-Aid!
Lot's of nuggets hidden inside. You won't want to miss out! Watch the whole thing. You won't regret it!
Congratulations to Elevate Our Kids (www.elevateourkids.org) for being recognized as one of Texas' 100 children companies. Check it out and consider donating to demonstrate your personal and corporate commitment to #ESG.
REAL-TIME DATA INTELLIGENCE WITH STEPHANIE ATKINSON CEO, FOUNDER, AND PRINCIPAL ANALYST AND CONSULTANT, COMPASS INTELLIGENCE
Over The Edge Podcast
June 01, 2022
REAL-TIME DATA INTELLIGENCE WITH STEPHANIE ATKINSON CEO, FOUNDER, AND PRINCIPAL ANALYST AND CONSULTANT, COMPASS INTELLIGENCE
Tags: Digital Disruption, Diversity and Inclusion, IoT
IoT Coffee Talk - Episode 9: AI for IoT
IoT Coffee Talk
July 09, 2020
Welcome to IoT Coffee Talk where we have a chat about all things IoT over a cup of coffee or two with some of the industry's leading business minds, thought leaders and technologists in a totally unscripted, organic format. Thanks for joining us. Sit back with a cup of Joe and enjoy the morning banter. On this week's episode, Leonard Lee (neXt Curve) David Vasquez (Verizon), Marc Pous (IoT Giant), Stephanie Atkinson (Compass Intelligence), Rick Bullotta (IoT Guru) and Rob Tiffany (Ericsson) talk about the current state of AI and how AI is making IoT different?
IoT Coffee Talk - Episode 8: Low Code and No Code for IoT
IoT Coffee Talk
June 01, 2020
Welcome to IoT Coffee Talk where we have a chat about all things IoT over a cup of coffee or two with some of the industry's leading business minds, thought leaders and technologists in a totally unscripted, organic format. Thanks for joining us. Sit back with a cup of Joe and enjoy the morning banter. On this week's episode Rob Tiffany (Ericsson), David Vasquez (Verizon), Marc Pous (IoT Giant), Stephanie Atkinson (Compass Inteligence), Rick Bullotta (IoT Guru) and Leonard Lee (neXt Curve) talk about low code and no code for IoT. When does it make sense and when does it make nonsense?
IoT Coffee Talk - Episode 2: IoT Startups - Part 1
IoT Coffee Talk
May 28, 2020
Welcome to IoT Coffee Talk where we have a chat about all things IoT over a cup of coffee or two with some of the industry's leading business minds, thought leaders and technologists in a totally unscripted, organic format. Thanks for joining us. Sit back with a cup of Joe and enjoy the morning banter. On this week's episode, Rick Bullotta (IoT Guru), Rob Tiffany (Ericsson), David Vasquez (Verizon), Marc Pous (thethings.io), Stephanie Atkinson (Compass Intelligence) and Leonard Lee (neXt Curve) talk about the journey, do's and don't's, and the options for starting your IoT venture.
This roundtable discussion will discuss how 5G will change the way business is getting done and explore use cases, benefits, solutions, and the technology.
What Business Leaders Need to Know about 5G - with Stephanie Atkinson
Carrie Charles
December 11, 2019
What Business Leaders Need to Know about 5G - with Stephanie Atkinson
What would you know if your job was to understand market trends in technology? Guest Stephanie Atkinson, CEO and Founder of Compass Intelligence, will tell you. It’s her business to help technology companies understand their markets better. In this episode, you’ll discover:
What 5G means for business applications and its benefits to business—from automation to user experience, from critical communications to augmented reality, and from IOT to Smart Cities. 5G is not just about low latency and high performance.
The five planning steps businesses should take and the important questions they should ask for each step.
How business leaders can fill their knowledge gaps (and share that knowledge) to keep themselves and their companies competitive.
And you’ll pick up a bonus infographic prepared by Compass Intelligence!
Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe to future episodes!
IoT Coffee Talk - Episode 5: IoT Business Models
IoT Coffee Talk
December 31, 1969
Welcome to IoT Coffee Talk where we have a chat about all things IoT over a cup of coffee or two with some of the industry's leading business minds, thought leaders and technologists in a totally unscripted, organic format. Thanks for joining us. Sit back with a cup of Joe and enjoy the morning banter. On this week's episode Rob Tiffany (Ericsson), David Vasquez (Verizon), Marc Pous (thethings.io), Stephanie Atkinson (Compass Intelligence), Rick Bullotta (IoT Guru) and Leonard Lee (neXt Curve) talk about IoT business models. This was a really multi-dimensional discussion that showcases how complex this topic really is and the many layers that need to be peeled back.
Insights Series: Stephanie Atkinson - What should leaders do to accelerate digital transformation?
YouTube
April 03, 2021
Stephanie Akkinson, CEO, Founder & Principal Analyst, Compass Intelligence, discusses what should leaders be doing now to accelerate digital transformation.
Tags: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Leadership
CES2021 Highlights by Stephanie Atkinson
Compass Intelligence
January 28, 2021
Please check out Stephanie Atkinson's latest commentary, highlights, and personal remarks regarding the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (#CES2021) held virtually.
Stephanie Atkinson talks Technology for Good and the ElevateOurKids.org Project
YouTube
November 18, 2020
In this week's Industrial Talk Podcast and in conjunction with IoT Solutions World Congress, we're talking to Stephanie Atkinson - Founder and CEO at Compass Intelligence about "Technology with a Heart and using Technology to Help Students at ElevateOurKids.org". Get the answers to your on how to help and how to participate along with Stephanie's unique insights and Purpose on this Industrial Talk interview!
Tags: Analytics, AI, Digital Transformation, Agile
Enterprise Tech Managers Speak: Coping With The Pandemic & a Suddenly Remote Workforce
MCCA
April 02, 2020
Enterprise Tech Managers Speak: Coping With The Pandemic & a Suddenly Remote Workforce
Join Stephanie Atkinson and David Danto in an IMCCA webcast sponsored by Poly as they speak with a panel of enterprise technology managers to find out how their organizations have adapted to the Coronavirus pandemic. With the sudden increase in remote working, what has worked well; what has not; what has been surprising; what lessons have they learned for the future?
Tags: Future of Work, Business Continuity, COVID19
The Customer-Centric CIO: Driving New Innovative Customer Experiences
CIO.com
August 27, 2019
As the enterprise digital transformation continues, the evolving role of the CIO places new importance on enhancing and transforming the customer experience (CX). In fact, IDG’s 2018 State of the CIO survey says 58% of CIOs expect customer meetings to increase significantly or somewhat over next 12 months.
This shift requires prioritizing the customer versus technology or products, and involves leading customer-facing teams that include marketing, sales, and customer support. CIOs must learn how to empower employees and teams to think differently about CX while embracing technology and automation. In addition, today’s CIO will need to adopt new business processes, better understand key client issues and challenges, and become more of a strategic advisor to customers and internal teams.
Tags: Customer Experience, Future of Work, Leadership
AI, Coming to an Enterprise Application Near You
InfoWorld
August 27, 2019
As businesses embark on automation, advancing operations, and mobilizing the workforce, artificial intelligence technology will be right in the mix. AI tools and analytical engines are bringing a new layer of intelligence to traditional and emerging enterprise applications, and businesses will need to understand the core impact areas to not only prepare but to leverage AI in the most optimal ways. This webinar will explore the top enterprise applications and operational areas where AI will evolve and impact the future of work. In addition, as digital transformation remains a driving force for the enterprise, we will explore which industries will be impacted in the near-term and how best to prepare and build the best knowledge base in artificial intelligence.
Aviation Operations: Implementing Cost Savings and Efficiencies with Ground Service Equipment
Inseego
May 21, 2019
Join Steve Brown, VP of Enterprise SaaS and IoT at Inseego and Stephanie Atkinson, CEO of Compass Intelligence, to learn how airports and GSE operations teams can embrace and take advantage of controllable and predictable operations by leveraging automation and gaining greater visibility into operations through technology solutions.
AI-Powered Voice of the Customer Analytics
ComputerWorld
April 05, 2018
There is a 99% chance that your organization is surveying customers and recording every customer interaction today. Finding valuable Voice of the Customer (VoC) insights in millions of interactions has been very challenging, but now next-generation VoC tools are just a click away. In this webinar learn how OpenText Explore, leveraging the OpenText Magellan platform, collects customer feedback from a variety of channels and shows you customer buying behaviors, competitive intelligence, and helps you improve your products, service and promotions
Tags: Digital Disruption, Digital Transformation, Future of Work
Implementing Cost Savings & Efficiencies through GSE Tracking & Visibility"
Inseego
May 01, 2019
Today’s aviation industry is pressured by rising costs in every facet of the business. Companies are now forced to find innovative and cost-efficient solutions that better plan all predictable and controllable events in operations.
In support of the aviation industry, Inseego enlisted Compass Intelligence to perform a thorough investigation of the utility of the improved GSE tracking and visibility options available in the marketplace.
The CompassIntel A-List in Fleet Tracking Index Executive Brief
Compass Intelligence
February 01, 2019
This executive brief outlines and showcases the CompassIntel A-List in Fleet Tracking Index (a final scoring and index of the top companies in fleet tracking) and includes additional insights, key trends, a market forecast for fleet tracking, fleet tracking benefits, fleet tracking features, core drivers and challenges, key definitions, methodology, the CompassIntel Companies to watch list, and information on the overall index. A comprehensive research report and study is also in the works and will be published and be made available in February 2019.
Embarking on a Connected and Automated Ecosystem
Compass Intelligence
November 16, 2017
This complimentary presentation was shared at IoT6 in the fall of 2017. Stephanie Atkinson presented this to thought leaders, IT decision-makers, engineers, CXOs, and participating vendors in Austin, TX. Explore recent trends, insights, and IoT expert commentary in the manufacturing and industrial IoT sector.
U.S. CA-CHORDANT SMART CITIES BENEFITS INDEX
Interdigital/Chordant
October 09, 2017
The CA-Chordant Smart Cities Benefits Index is the first comprehensive study designed to examine the relative potential benefits of Smart City technology in America’s major metropolitan areas. It goes beyond a static snapshot of current municipal efforts by providing a meta-analysis of U.S. cities’ relative capacities for smart city innovation now, and into the future.
The goal of this Index and analysis is to equip public officials, community leaders, and corporate executives with a quantitative perspective of which cities are positioned to benefit from smart cities and why, thereby allowing them to drive both targeted and broad-based improvements. The Index also aims to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration within and across cities to accelerate project piloting, adoption, and best-practices.
US B2B Wireless Subscriber Forecasts, 1H 2017 Update (September 2017)
Compass Intelligence
September 15, 2017
This Excel-based report includes our most recently updated forecast showing total U.S. B2B subscribers including both corporate liable and business individually liable. This data is broken out by size of business, by account type, Corporate Liable by size of business, and each of the top carriers (AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless) total B2B subscribers by size of business. Market Share details are displayed as well. Data shows historical (2015-2016), and forecasted data for 2017-2020.
U.S. Business Wireless & Smartphone Subscribers Market Forecast, 2015-2020
Compass Intelligence
August 06, 2017
The U.S. Business market is expected to reach 170M total wireless subscribers by 2020, which is about 40% of total wireless subscribers expected by 2020. This report provides 5-year wireless subscriber forecasts for the entire B2B market in the U.S. This includes all sizes of business and provides total B2B subscribers broken out by Corporate Liable (CL) and Business Individually Liable (BIL), along with annual or year-to-year % change. Included in this report is a breakdown of B2B smartphone subscribers as well, that is also broken out by Corporate Liable and Business Individually Liable.
Mobile, Digital, Virtual is Embraced and Safety/Mitigation Rank as a High Priority
Date : September 29, 2020
Across all sizes of businesses, especially SMB businesses, we are embracing digital, virtual, and mobile more than ever. As we seek solutions to support shifting operations out of the home, with remote workforces, and aggressively pursue safer and more risk-free business activities in the back office and with customers/patients we will seek out a greater number of mobile apps, digital tools, and virtual software solutions to implement this core trend.
Through the Playbook Out the Window, Work Priorities Shift After Covid-19
Date : October 07, 2020
Disruption can come in many forms, but none of us even considered a global pandemic to change the way we work, think, collaborate, sell, and market. We are now entering into an era where instead of looking to mobile, digital, and virtual as additions to our core strategy, they become the core foundation of our strategy moving forward. We look to applications, software, virtualization, and digital experiences to transact, interact, attract customers, and engage while providing unique customer experiences. Many will remain working from home, so collaboration tools and equipment is vital to enhancing the work experience in a home environment. Small businesses will experience the most disruption, as many have closed or had to think of brand new ways to serve their customers or change their business models to stay in business. Touchless and contactless become extremely valuable and accepted across many customer experiences. Get ready for the ride and take advantage of this new way of work!
Future of Work Trends by Stephanie Atkinson, Compass Intelligence
Date : November 14, 2022
• 2023 will bring a renewed focus on cost savings, reprioritization of tech/IT budgets, and greater emphasis on collaborative and client-facing tools and resources for the hybrid workforce.
• Core tech trends will revolve around AI/machine learning, Edge Computing & Analytics, Hyperscalers, Workplace Automation, and workforce technology focused on improved at-home work productivity and immersive workplace experiences.
• Machine/Human Interface (HMI) and automation will drive tech spending due to lack of skilled workforce and growing employment gap.
• Due to economic uncertainty and recessionary markets, we will see consolidation of technology vendors who do not have a balanced portfolio or are not diversifying their solutions to meet changing enterprise and SMB needs. Tech companies who hyperfocus on core business challenges will fair well, especially those who are working to solve complex business issues or provide relevant value propositions to businesses.
The future of work leans on mobile, digital, and virtual more than ever. This is no longer an augmented approach but this is embedded into operations, worker communications and collaboration, and customer experiences. As we continue to adjust and correct across industries due to the pandemic, businesses will rely more on collaborative robots working with humans, automation solutions, remote operations, and data analytics with the support of edge computing, sensor networks, intelligent software systems, and other technologies. Businesses will readjust priorities and projects but lead with workforce tools, security, managed offerings, turnkey solutions, and sustainability.
IoT Shifts Focus to Safety, Mitigation, and Machine Replacement
Date : September 22, 2020
This year has introduced unprecedented disruption to business operations, workforce management, and asset intelligence. Because of this ongoing uncertainty and disorder, IoT solutions that support in mitigating risk of people and operations become more vital, along with ramping up production and workplace activities where human intervention may no longer be needed to prevent exposure and ensure workplace safety.
Embracing WFH and The Remote Workforce
Thinkers360
March 25, 2020
It is now the norm and you as a business owner, manager, worker, manager, etc, must embrace the best of the best work from home tools to keep your business, your company, and the economy going. I want to share a few tips and tools based on my own experience, research, and technology learnings, as I have been working from home (#WFH) for more than 18 years. I understand not all job roles can be transitioned to a remote workforce, but for companies getting started, these tips might be the most helpful for you.
1. Choose your Security (Mobile, Online, eCommerce)
2. Corporate Access and Corporate Liable Equipment and Devices
3. Digital Communications (Messaging, Doc Sharing, Videoconferencing)
4. Sales and Marketing Shift - Moving to Pure Digital for Now
5. Ongoing Engagement & Remaining Relevant
Choose your Security (Mobile, Online, eCommerce)
Whether you are using smartphones, tablets, or company provided/personal computers, you need to adhere to very strict security requirements for work activities. Make sure your Internet, Computer, and Phone security software is live, up to date, and activated. If you can, make sure to use a secure VPN connection when accessing corporate assets, files, and systems. If you fail here and allow employees to just use ANY device they have at home, then you are opening yourself up to massive vulnerabilities that you can bet will have hackers ready to grab and disrupt what they can.
READ MORE: https://www.compassintelligence.com/blog/embracing-wfh-and-the-remote-workforce
Tags: Business Continuity, Future of Work, Mobility
CES2020: What did we learn? by Stephanie Atkinson
Thinkers360
January 23, 2020
Every year CES put on by the Consumer Technology Association showcases the next wave of technologies including new gadgets, electronics, computing devices, and a list of emerging products that mesmerize and make waves with roughly 4.5K exhibiting companies. According to their website, "CES is the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. A high-level business event that touches all industries, it’s the place where business gets done." CES has also evolved, with roughly 175K attendees in 2020 and having previously focused on consumer-only electronics and devices, and now the door has been opened for a host of areas "including 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, smart cities, sports, robotics and more." About 3 years or so, they even opened up the show floor to showcase "B2B" or business targeted technologies and solutions. As such, this event encompasses a range of industries including consumer electronics, smart home technologies, communications technology, Internet of Things, Drones, AR/VR technologies, Fleet and asset tracking and monitoring, machine learning, smart cars and autonomous vehicles, robotics technologies, and so much more.
This is my 9th trip to CES in Las Vegas, where I have hosted multiple media lunches and even previous award shows along with speaking on panels and participating in sub-events. This year seems quite a bit more organized not just at the event, but also across Las Vegas. Traffic and congestion was improved, ride sharing services were more responsive, locating events and booths were bit easier to navigate, and the overall event seems to be run very well. I was able to roam around and attend booth meetings in North Hall, South Hall, Westgate but primarily centered around Tech East and Tech South. While I thought the overall mass buzz and excitement this year was overwhelming, there were some big things that happened this year, and sometimes we need to get back to the basics and foundation to essentially leverage technology to improve lives, business, and the overall planet.
Here are a few takeaways based on my trip this year:
Key consumer themes revolved around 5G, "smart" everything, and robotics
Key business or B2B themes revolved around 5G, Edge (devices, analytics, computing), and industry solutions.
Read on here...
Thoughts on 5G in 2020
Thinkers360
January 10, 2020
U.S. wireless carriers have made significant strides in rolling out 5G services across major cities, but all are on different paces using varying spectrum strategies to reach both consumers and business end-users. According to a recent article on SDxCentral, "Earlier this month, T-Mobile US leapfrogged all of its competitors with a nationwide 5G network running on 600 MHz spectrum. The operator’s low-band 5G network covers about 200 million people, or about 61% of the total population, spanning a geographic range of more than 1 million square miles." They also share that AT&T will reach part of 30 cities by early 2020 with AT&T confusing some in the industry by using the term “5G E” brand in select cities, while using “5G” brand for 5G running over low-band spectrum, and “5G+” for those running on mmWave spectrum. Verizon recently announced reaching 30 cities and 14 NFL stadiums by the end of this year. Lastly, Sprint started out 2019 with a strong leading roll-out of 5G but is expected to end the year covering roughly 11 million people. Also, U.S. Cellular shares it will launch 5G service in Q1 of 2020.
Meanwhile, a recent survey conducted by Compass Intelligence shows roughly 49% of those 4K+ wireless end-users surveyed across the U.S. believe 5G is available within their city or town, with 15% planning on purchasing a 5G enabled smartphones or devices in 2020. As consumers plan upgrades, phone replacements, and trade-ins on their smartphones, it only makes sense to make sure your device is 5G ready or enabled. Most wireless end-users, 88% of the 4,351 surveyed, believe 5G will be faster than 4G or LTE, with 31% believing 5G will be much more than just a faster or speed upgrade when compared to 4G or LTE services. Wireless carriers have not really been effective at communicating what these other advantages are to consumers at this stage, as most of the marketing and communication has been about the coming advantages to business solutions yet consumers will see brand new customer experiences with 5G like they have not seen in the past.
As for now, experiences within venues like airports, stadiums and event venues, shopping/retail, and engaging within a city has the potential to offer brand new real-time and personalized experiences. Many ideas have been shared at a high-level, but think about seamless buying and shopping catered to your needs and wants with better location, routing, checkout, and service. 5G will open up a host of new applications!
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