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Walker Reynolds & Zack Scriven

Walker Reynolds & Zack Scriven share knowledge and insights on Industry 4.0, IIoT, and Digital Transformation in this podcast from 4.0 Solutions. Support this podcast by checking out our Free / Paid courses at https://www.iiot.university

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Interview with HiveMQ's NEW CEO

Thank you to HighByte for sponsoring this podcast: Learn more about the HighByte Intelligence Hub at https://www.highbyte.com Join us for the *MCP Workshop* on July 29-30, - https://www.iiot.university/course

Impact of AI on the future of our industry & software development

In this episode, Walker Reynolds and Zack Scriven dive deep into the future of manufacturing with AI and give you a behind-the-scenes look at a powerful new product we’re building: UNS Studio.

Thank you to HighByte for sponsoring this podcast: Learn more about the HighByte Intelligence Hub at https://www.highbyte.com Join us for the MCP Workshop on July 29-30, - https://www.iiot.university/course 

We talk about how AI is reshaping the factory floor, the challenges manufacturers face with siloed data, and why a Unified Namespace is the key to unlocking real-time insights, scalable architecture, and seamless AI integration. Plus, we give you an exclusive preview of UNS Studio… a product we are developing — the tool designed to help you get real value from your Unified Namespace faster than ever before. 🔧

Built by 4.0 Solutions and the creator of the Unified Namespace 🧠 Designed for manufacturers ready to integrate AI and scale smart 🚀 Simple. Fast. Transformational. 👇

Drop your questions in the comments — and let us know what you want to see in UNS Studio!

#UnifiedNamespace #Industry40 #AIinManufacturing #WalkerReynolds #ZackScriven #UNS #SmartFactory #DigitalTransformation #UNSstudio

AI + Manufacturing: Behind the Scenes w/ Walker & Zack UNS Studio Reveal

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This Podcast is sponsored by HighByte. Learn more about their Data Ops platform here: https://www.highbyte.com

In this exclusive Industry 4.0 Podcast episode, we sit down with visionary developer Mark Freedman, fresh off his demo of a groundbreaking AI framework designed to transform how humans and machines collaborate.

🚀 What You’ll Learn:

 1. How Mark’s AI system creates digital mirrors—autonomous agents that can act on your behalf

 2. The power of attunements to filter, prioritize, and execute complex industrial tasks

 3. Real-world use cases in manufacturing, healthcare, and small business operations

 4. Why this tech empowers workers instead of replacing them

 5. Behind-the-scenes: building high-performance AI with only $3/day on personal hardware

 6. How it learns from domain experts like Walker Reynolds to automate UNS configurations

We also explore Mark's bold decision to leave Tulip to build AI that aligns with human values.

🎯 Whether you’re in manufacturing, consulting, or AI development, this is a can’t-miss deep dive into one of the most innovative industrial AI architectures emerging today.

🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell to join us live and ask your questions in real time.

 

0:00 Intro

5:25 Sponsors & Announcements

9:45 Mark Freedman's ProveIt! Session

21:48 Live Reaction from Walker Reynolds

#Industry40 #AIagents #DigitalTransformation #UnifiedNamespace #SmartManufacturing #MarkFreedman #IIoT #Automation

Digital Mirrors & AI Agents: How Mark Freedman went on an AI Bender

Edge Connectivity Podcast w/ Phoenix Contact

4.0 Podcast listeners, listen up!

If your plant floor still speaks in mystery Modbus and legacy PLC grunts while leadership wants shiny AI dashboards, the Edge Connectivity → UNS Workshop—live online June 17‑19, 2025—is your shortcut. In three hands‑on sessions we’ll show you how to hook any asset, clean the data, and stream it straight into a Unified Namespace your MES, BI, and AI apps can actually use. Because you’re part of the podcast crew, use code PODCAST40 at checkout for 40 % off, but only until May 31.

Hit the link, claim your seat, and turn mystery data into real‑time insight—before your competition even knows what hit them.
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The Future of PLC Programming and Integration: Unified Namespace

Walker Reynolds is NOT changing for anyone... here's WHY Key Segments:

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Authenticity and Language
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Discussion on using authentic, colorful language in professional settings
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Defending use of occasional profanity as a communication tool
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Arguing that authentic communication respects the audience's intelligence
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Critique of Language Policing
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Responding to criticism from Peter Huma about language use
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Explaining why filtering language diminishes communication effectiveness
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Highlighting that high performers and executives often use direct language
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Value of Frontline Workers
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Arguing frontline workers are the most valuable organizational assets
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Discussing how authentic communication bridges leadership gaps
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Emphasizing workers generate significantly more value than their cost
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Technical Discussion: Agentic AI and Unified Namespace
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Exploring limitations of current AI agent connections
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Explaining importance of capturing all data events
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Critiquing deterministic modeling approaches
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Memorable Quotes:

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"If you use language in private that you don't use in public, then you lack authenticity."
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"The most valuable people in an organization are the frontline workers."
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"I am not speaking to the person who's going to be offended by the delivery of the message, I'm speaking to the person who's going to hear the message."
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Recommended for: Manufacturing professionals, technology leaders, AI enthusiasts, communication strategists

Walker Reynolds isn't changing language for anyone.. and responding to LinkedIn Comments

UNS and Community Updates Live Stream Episode Highlights:

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Hosts: Walker Reynolds and Zack Scriven
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Sponsor: Maintain X
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Duration: Approximately 2 hours
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0:00-15:00: Podcast Introduction and Personal Updates

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Walker explains recent absence from content creation
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Discusses overwhelming number of messages and new communication strategy
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Personal updates: son's graduation, upcoming wedding, ranch development
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15:00-30:00: Industry Trends and Market Observations

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Discussion on building automation and Department of Defense (DoD) digital transformation
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Predictions about vendor democratization in DoD
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Emerging opportunities in government technology sectors
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30:00-45:00: Prove It 2026 Announcement

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Event details:
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* Dates: February 16-20 *

Location: Hyatt Regency Dallas at Reunion Tower *

Expected attendees: 1,000-1,200 *

Vendor spots: 36 of 50 confirmed *

Estimated ticket price: $750

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Three virtual factories planned
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New event structure with dual-track sessions
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45:00-60:00: Technology and Unified Namespace (UNS)

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Deep dive into UNS architecture
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Discussion of communication protocols
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Exploration of agentic AI potential
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Critique of current data modeling approaches
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60:00-90:00: Technical Deep Dive

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Demonstration of UNS simulator
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Discussion of edge connectivity
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Insights into AI agent interactions
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Importance of data infrastructure in digital transformation
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90:00-120:00: Industry Critique and Community Values

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Critique of current governance boards in manufacturing
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Importance of practical manufacturing experience
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Discussion of technology vendor approaches
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Emphasis on community-driven innovation
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Key Takeaways:

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UNS is critical for digital transformation
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Practical experience matters more than theoretical knowledge
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DoD and government sectors are undergoing significant digital changes
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Transparency and accountability are crucial in technology development
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Upcoming Events:

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Siemens Developer Days (May 27-28)
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Critical Manufacturing Summit (June 12-13)
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Edge Connectivity Workshop (June 17-19)
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Call to Action:

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Interested integrators can apply for upcoming training program
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Provide feedback on Prove It 2026 plans
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Follow 4.0 Solutions for continued insights
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Memorable Quotes:

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"UNS is the structure of your business and all the events"
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"The most important people in any manufacturing operation are those who do the actual work"
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Recommended Resources:

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Virtual Factory Online (for UNS examples)
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4.0 Solutions Discord and LinkedIn
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Unified Namespace and Community Updates Part 2/2

Unified Namespace and Community Updates Part 1/2

Zack Scriven and Walker Reynolds discuss how to expand your digital transformation fluency.

Expanding digital transformation fluency

Join us every week where we answer your questions on Industry 4.0, IIoT, and digital transformation. Today we are talking about Use Case #03 for the UNS Use Case Series! We also talk about the differences in OEE for continuous vs batch vs discrete processes.

OEE Resource Referenced
https://www.bevywise.com/blog/oee-calculation-manufacturing-process/

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0:00 Intro 
0:15 Stream Starts 
1:56 Sponsors 
4:50 Clarify.io Partnership 
6:18 IIoT University in Foreign Languages? 
7:30 Channel Updates 
8:30 New Members 
12:50 Discussions this week 
14:24 UNS vs Master Data Management? 
18:40 What vendors support SparkplugB other than ignition? 
20:00 How can a product company provide IIoT Solutions? 
22:44 Sheryl’s Notes 
23:16 Digital Thread vs UNS 
24:38 Zack’s on the spectrum 
25:35 How to get started in IIoT? 
28:38 OEE for Discrete vs Batch vs Continuous Process? 
37:15 Discord Comments on OEE 
44:06 Tesla UNS Architecture 
46:45 Agreeing on how to measure OEE 
49:00 UNS Use-Case #03 Digital OEE for High-Value Long Cycle Time Process 
1:00:18 Questions you should ask vendors

OEE for continuous vs batch vs discrete processes... Live Q&A - 4/12/2022

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