Building a smart, connected city. Cat Matson talks about what it takes to build connected cities — it's not about technology, it's about people. Hear about what Brisbane is doing for business and future generations.
Simon Giles, Accenture “Will Smart Cities Ever Live Up To The Hype?” - Mindtr...Mindtrek
"For the last decade we have been talking about Smart Cities and yet we are still struggling to move beyond strategies and plots. What has gone wrong? In this presentation Simon Giles will explore the challenges that are holding cities back and will propose a new direction for cities that may help to realise the potential of technology for citizens and city employees and consequently, save Smart Cities from being its own worst enemy."
Simon Giles,
Managing Director & Global Cities Lead, Accenture
International Technology Conference Mindtrek 2017
20th - 21st of September, 2017
Tampere, Finland
Synergy2017 - The value of non-utilised time - Rodney Drayton, NBRS ArchitectureTotal Synergy
Should we be driving utilisation down, not up? This ‘fireside chat’ style session will be a conversation focusing on this challenging point of view. Synergy conference regular Andrew Derbidge will interview Rodney about his point of view on the value of non-utilised time, how it is vital in defining the ‘why’ of the practice, and how getting that right allows a business to thrive. Understanding the ‘why’ of the firm leads to defining true value. Rodney will also share examples of how he measures and reports using data gather from Synergy.
Synergy2017 - From data to decision - Damiaan van ZanenTotal Synergy
Using data from Synergy practice management and other sources to create visibility in your AEC business and make key decisions. Focusing on sales and marketing, human resources, operations.
Synergy2017 — Measuring project performance – real focus, real time — Rachel ...Total Synergy
Planpac measures project performance in virtually real time. Business finance officer Rachel Titlow talks about how Planpac uses budgets with real-time financial updates to provide a clear, comparative picture to project managers. This requires discipline and clear processes for both project managers and suppliers.
Synergy2017 CEO keynote — Inertia kills — Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne examines the AEC industry from the perspective of a technology partner. He’ll talk about how he’s had to deconstruct the way Total Synergy operates, and reconstruct around new technologies, work structures, systems, and specialist services.
Simon Giles, Accenture “Will Smart Cities Ever Live Up To The Hype?” - Mindtr...Mindtrek
"For the last decade we have been talking about Smart Cities and yet we are still struggling to move beyond strategies and plots. What has gone wrong? In this presentation Simon Giles will explore the challenges that are holding cities back and will propose a new direction for cities that may help to realise the potential of technology for citizens and city employees and consequently, save Smart Cities from being its own worst enemy."
Simon Giles,
Managing Director & Global Cities Lead, Accenture
International Technology Conference Mindtrek 2017
20th - 21st of September, 2017
Tampere, Finland
Synergy2017 - The value of non-utilised time - Rodney Drayton, NBRS ArchitectureTotal Synergy
Should we be driving utilisation down, not up? This ‘fireside chat’ style session will be a conversation focusing on this challenging point of view. Synergy conference regular Andrew Derbidge will interview Rodney about his point of view on the value of non-utilised time, how it is vital in defining the ‘why’ of the practice, and how getting that right allows a business to thrive. Understanding the ‘why’ of the firm leads to defining true value. Rodney will also share examples of how he measures and reports using data gather from Synergy.
Synergy2017 - From data to decision - Damiaan van ZanenTotal Synergy
Using data from Synergy practice management and other sources to create visibility in your AEC business and make key decisions. Focusing on sales and marketing, human resources, operations.
Synergy2017 — Measuring project performance – real focus, real time — Rachel ...Total Synergy
Planpac measures project performance in virtually real time. Business finance officer Rachel Titlow talks about how Planpac uses budgets with real-time financial updates to provide a clear, comparative picture to project managers. This requires discipline and clear processes for both project managers and suppliers.
Synergy2017 CEO keynote — Inertia kills — Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne examines the AEC industry from the perspective of a technology partner. He’ll talk about how he’s had to deconstruct the way Total Synergy operates, and reconstruct around new technologies, work structures, systems, and specialist services.
Synergy — Scott Osborne — Growth by Design — ACSETotal Synergy
An event in association with the Association of Consulting Structural Engineers NSW. Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne presenting on tips for growth for structural engineers, and busting the myths that typically prevent growth for AEC design businesses.
Synergy2017 - Internal communications - the power of personality - Jamie Mill...Total Synergy
Employees are arguably the most important stakeholder group. Employees embody and project the corporate personality, and are linchpins to customer loyalty and corporate reputation. Jamie will talk about what Total Synergy has learned implementing a dedicated internal communications strategy, and how an enterprise social network can unlock the power of personality.
Leanne Conley is Conrad Gargett’s chief financial officer and director of human resources. Her talk will examine challenges they’ve faced in consolidating and rationalising data, processes and systems during growth of the practice (organic and through acquisition), and how the practice reports business and project progress and performance to directors in a simple output
Synergy2016 Tech Keynote – A tale of two cities - Sophie Bryne, MicrosoftTotal Synergy
Synergy2016 technology keynote presenter Sophie Byrne (Microsoft) says that innovation is simply change that adds value. It takes is human ingenuity, speed to market and courage. Using insights from AEC insustry interviews and her experience working with Microsoft's clients across Australia, Sophie focuses on the human element of collaborative technologies.
Synergy2016 – The journey continues - Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne gives an update on the company, talks about the state of the industry and continuing drivers of change, provides an update on the direction and future for the product and talks about the future of Synergy as a platform.
Synergy2016 – How the South Australia user group works together (and what we'...Total Synergy
URPS office manager Rosanna Palumbo talks about founding the South Australia Synergy user group and what they have learned by working together as a community.
Synergy2016 – Using historical data for quick fee proposals in Synergy - Pete...Total Synergy
Quantum Surveys director Peter Redway talks about how his company uses Synergy to create quick fee proposals when juggling over 700 new projects per year.
Synergy2016 – I want to work for you (the importance of an employer brand) - ...Total Synergy
Total Synergy corporate communications manager Jamie Millar talks about what we learned in creating and implementing an employer brand strategy, why it has critical strategic importance, and how SME AEC businesses can create their own.
Synergy2016 – Using Synergy when you run the practice - Andrew Derbidge (Part...Total Synergy
Partridge Engineers director Andrew Derbidge talks about how he uses Synergy to measure performance of directors and project managers and report on the real performance of the business.
Designing a future that works - Jason ClarkeTotal Synergy
Synergy2015 keynote presenter Jason Clarke – Minds at Work – wowed the conference crowd with an electrifying, theatrical, dazzling and hilarious talk about the importance of 'technical creatives' in designing a future that benefits society.
Liquid Blu Architects business manager David Yeates talks about making technology platforms work for the business. He demonstrates how the right software used well can save huge amounts of time, time that can be used for billable activity.
Finding profit - Jon Devine and Greg HillTotal Synergy
Believe it or not, it's important to know where the profit is in your AEC business and projects. Jon devine and Greg Hill explain how Synergy can be used to analyse the real profitability of your business and projects, and takes a look at the built-in management reports (all seven of them).
Strategic benefits of content marketing for AEC businesses (and how to do it)Total Synergy
AEC SMEs can differentiate themselves and gain competitive advantage through content marketing. Better business presentation from Total Synergy's corporate communications manager, Jamie Millar, on what content marketing is, why it's important, and how small to medium AEC businesses can get started.
Globalisation and collaboration - Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne's Synergy2015 keynote is about how Synergy is adapting to the industry drivers of change, globalisation and collaboration, and how AEC businesses must be wary of what lies ahead. Technology is an enabler for adapting to, and taking advantage of, globalisation and collaboration.
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
SAP Sapphire 2024 - ASUG301 building better apps with SAP Fiori.pdfPeter Spielvogel
Building better applications for business users with SAP Fiori.
• What is SAP Fiori and why it matters to you
• How a better user experience drives measurable business benefits
• How to get started with SAP Fiori today
• How SAP Fiori elements accelerates application development
• How SAP Build Code includes SAP Fiori tools and other generative artificial intelligence capabilities
• How SAP Fiori paves the way for using AI in SAP apps
Synergy — Scott Osborne — Growth by Design — ACSETotal Synergy
An event in association with the Association of Consulting Structural Engineers NSW. Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne presenting on tips for growth for structural engineers, and busting the myths that typically prevent growth for AEC design businesses.
Synergy2017 - Internal communications - the power of personality - Jamie Mill...Total Synergy
Employees are arguably the most important stakeholder group. Employees embody and project the corporate personality, and are linchpins to customer loyalty and corporate reputation. Jamie will talk about what Total Synergy has learned implementing a dedicated internal communications strategy, and how an enterprise social network can unlock the power of personality.
Leanne Conley is Conrad Gargett’s chief financial officer and director of human resources. Her talk will examine challenges they’ve faced in consolidating and rationalising data, processes and systems during growth of the practice (organic and through acquisition), and how the practice reports business and project progress and performance to directors in a simple output
Synergy2016 Tech Keynote – A tale of two cities - Sophie Bryne, MicrosoftTotal Synergy
Synergy2016 technology keynote presenter Sophie Byrne (Microsoft) says that innovation is simply change that adds value. It takes is human ingenuity, speed to market and courage. Using insights from AEC insustry interviews and her experience working with Microsoft's clients across Australia, Sophie focuses on the human element of collaborative technologies.
Synergy2016 – The journey continues - Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne gives an update on the company, talks about the state of the industry and continuing drivers of change, provides an update on the direction and future for the product and talks about the future of Synergy as a platform.
Synergy2016 – How the South Australia user group works together (and what we'...Total Synergy
URPS office manager Rosanna Palumbo talks about founding the South Australia Synergy user group and what they have learned by working together as a community.
Synergy2016 – Using historical data for quick fee proposals in Synergy - Pete...Total Synergy
Quantum Surveys director Peter Redway talks about how his company uses Synergy to create quick fee proposals when juggling over 700 new projects per year.
Synergy2016 – I want to work for you (the importance of an employer brand) - ...Total Synergy
Total Synergy corporate communications manager Jamie Millar talks about what we learned in creating and implementing an employer brand strategy, why it has critical strategic importance, and how SME AEC businesses can create their own.
Synergy2016 – Using Synergy when you run the practice - Andrew Derbidge (Part...Total Synergy
Partridge Engineers director Andrew Derbidge talks about how he uses Synergy to measure performance of directors and project managers and report on the real performance of the business.
Designing a future that works - Jason ClarkeTotal Synergy
Synergy2015 keynote presenter Jason Clarke – Minds at Work – wowed the conference crowd with an electrifying, theatrical, dazzling and hilarious talk about the importance of 'technical creatives' in designing a future that benefits society.
Liquid Blu Architects business manager David Yeates talks about making technology platforms work for the business. He demonstrates how the right software used well can save huge amounts of time, time that can be used for billable activity.
Finding profit - Jon Devine and Greg HillTotal Synergy
Believe it or not, it's important to know where the profit is in your AEC business and projects. Jon devine and Greg Hill explain how Synergy can be used to analyse the real profitability of your business and projects, and takes a look at the built-in management reports (all seven of them).
Strategic benefits of content marketing for AEC businesses (and how to do it)Total Synergy
AEC SMEs can differentiate themselves and gain competitive advantage through content marketing. Better business presentation from Total Synergy's corporate communications manager, Jamie Millar, on what content marketing is, why it's important, and how small to medium AEC businesses can get started.
Globalisation and collaboration - Scott OsborneTotal Synergy
Total Synergy CEO Scott Osborne's Synergy2015 keynote is about how Synergy is adapting to the industry drivers of change, globalisation and collaboration, and how AEC businesses must be wary of what lies ahead. Technology is an enabler for adapting to, and taking advantage of, globalisation and collaboration.
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
SAP Sapphire 2024 - ASUG301 building better apps with SAP Fiori.pdfPeter Spielvogel
Building better applications for business users with SAP Fiori.
• What is SAP Fiori and why it matters to you
• How a better user experience drives measurable business benefits
• How to get started with SAP Fiori today
• How SAP Fiori elements accelerates application development
• How SAP Build Code includes SAP Fiori tools and other generative artificial intelligence capabilities
• How SAP Fiori paves the way for using AI in SAP apps
State of ICS and IoT Cyber Threat Landscape Report 2024 previewPrayukth K V
The IoT and OT threat landscape report has been prepared by the Threat Research Team at Sectrio using data from Sectrio, cyber threat intelligence farming facilities spread across over 85 cities around the world. In addition, Sectrio also runs AI-based advanced threat and payload engagement facilities that serve as sinks to attract and engage sophisticated threat actors, and newer malware including new variants and latent threats that are at an earlier stage of development.
The latest edition of the OT/ICS and IoT security Threat Landscape Report 2024 also covers:
State of global ICS asset and network exposure
Sectoral targets and attacks as well as the cost of ransom
Global APT activity, AI usage, actor and tactic profiles, and implications
Rise in volumes of AI-powered cyberattacks
Major cyber events in 2024
Malware and malicious payload trends
Cyberattack types and targets
Vulnerability exploit attempts on CVEs
Attacks on counties – USA
Expansion of bot farms – how, where, and why
In-depth analysis of the cyber threat landscape across North America, South America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East
Why are attacks on smart factories rising?
Cyber risk predictions
Axis of attacks – Europe
Systemic attacks in the Middle East
Download the full report from here:
https://sectrio.com/resources/ot-threat-landscape-reports/sectrio-releases-ot-ics-and-iot-security-threat-landscape-report-2024/
Generative AI Deep Dive: Advancing from Proof of Concept to ProductionAggregage
Join Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks, in this new session where he'll share a practical framework to transform Gen AI prototypes into impactful products! He'll delve into the complexities of data collection and management, model selection and optimization, and ensuring security, scalability, and responsible use.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 5DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 5. In this session, we will cover CI/CD with devops.
Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
Lyndsey Byblow, Test Suite Sales Engineer @ UiPath, Inc.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
Communications Mining Series - Zero to Hero - Session 1DianaGray10
This session provides introduction to UiPath Communication Mining, importance and platform overview. You will acquire a good understand of the phases in Communication Mining as we go over the platform with you. Topics covered:
• Communication Mining Overview
• Why is it important?
• How can it help today’s business and the benefits
• Phases in Communication Mining
• Demo on Platform overview
• Q/A
GraphRAG is All You need? LLM & Knowledge GraphGuy Korland
Guy Korland, CEO and Co-founder of FalkorDB, will review two articles on the integration of language models with knowledge graphs.
1. Unifying Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs: A Roadmap.
https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08302
2. Microsoft Research's GraphRAG paper and a review paper on various uses of knowledge graphs:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/graphrag-unlocking-llm-discovery-on-narrative-private-data/
Elevating Tactical DDD Patterns Through Object CalisthenicsDorra BARTAGUIZ
After immersing yourself in the blue book and its red counterpart, attending DDD-focused conferences, and applying tactical patterns, you're left with a crucial question: How do I ensure my design is effective? Tactical patterns within Domain-Driven Design (DDD) serve as guiding principles for creating clear and manageable domain models. However, achieving success with these patterns requires additional guidance. Interestingly, we've observed that a set of constraints initially designed for training purposes remarkably aligns with effective pattern implementation, offering a more ‘mechanical’ approach. Let's explore together how Object Calisthenics can elevate the design of your tactical DDD patterns, offering concrete help for those venturing into DDD for the first time!
PHP Frameworks: I want to break free (IPC Berlin 2024)Ralf Eggert
In this presentation, we examine the challenges and limitations of relying too heavily on PHP frameworks in web development. We discuss the history of PHP and its frameworks to understand how this dependence has evolved. The focus will be on providing concrete tips and strategies to reduce reliance on these frameworks, based on real-world examples and practical considerations. The goal is to equip developers with the skills and knowledge to create more flexible and future-proof web applications. We'll explore the importance of maintaining autonomy in a rapidly changing tech landscape and how to make informed decisions in PHP development.
This talk is aimed at encouraging a more independent approach to using PHP frameworks, moving towards a more flexible and future-proof approach to PHP development.
Transcript: Selling digital books in 2024: Insights from industry leaders - T...BookNet Canada
The publishing industry has been selling digital audiobooks and ebooks for over a decade and has found its groove. What’s changed? What has stayed the same? Where do we go from here? Join a group of leading sales peers from across the industry for a conversation about the lessons learned since the popularization of digital books, best practices, digital book supply chain management, and more.
Link to video recording: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/selling-digital-books-in-2024-insights-from-industry-leaders/
Presented by BookNet Canada on May 28, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 4. In this session, we will cover Test Manager overview along with SAP heatmap.
The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into SAP testing best practices
2. Heatmap utilization for testing
3. Optimization of testing processes
4. Demo
Topics covered:
Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
SAP heatmap example with demo
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
LF Energy Webinar: Electrical Grid Modelling and Simulation Through PowSyBl -...DanBrown980551
Do you want to learn how to model and simulate an electrical network from scratch in under an hour?
Then welcome to this PowSyBl workshop, hosted by Rte, the French Transmission System Operator (TSO)!
During the webinar, you will discover the PowSyBl ecosystem as well as handle and study an electrical network through an interactive Python notebook.
PowSyBl is an open source project hosted by LF Energy, which offers a comprehensive set of features for electrical grid modelling and simulation. Among other advanced features, PowSyBl provides:
- A fully editable and extendable library for grid component modelling;
- Visualization tools to display your network;
- Grid simulation tools, such as power flows, security analyses (with or without remedial actions) and sensitivity analyses;
The framework is mostly written in Java, with a Python binding so that Python developers can access PowSyBl functionalities as well.
What you will learn during the webinar:
- For beginners: discover PowSyBl's functionalities through a quick general presentation and the notebook, without needing any expert coding skills;
- For advanced developers: master the skills to efficiently apply PowSyBl functionalities to your real-world scenarios.
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
What have we done so far?
Capability – PowerUp, CoderDojo, nurturing the startup ecosystem
Taken customer facing it platforms to the cloud; online rates, improving parking payments and main website
We’re working on improving internal information sharing
And we’ve developed a ‘smart’ city platform that powers / enables / empowers our Brisbane 2031 Vision and Brisbane 2022 plan
What has Brisbane done
What we need to do next …. What’s important (UX, anything that requires human nuance, problem solving, collaboration, working with others, working in diverse, flexible teams)
What will the workplaces & spaces need?
A note on disruption?
Architects role & the importance of place – protecting the design principles of a place – that’s your job – no one else will advocate for it
What we need to do next …. What’s important (UX, anything that requires human nuance, problem solving, collaboration, working with others, working in diverse, flexible teams)
What will the workplaces & spaces need?
A note on disruption?
Architects role & the importance of place – protecting the design principles of a place – that’s your job – no one else will advocate for it
Architects role & the importance of place – protecting the design principles of a place – that’s your job – no one else will advocate for it
The importance of place (Al’s triad of