Join hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes in this episode of Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast as they dive into the dynamic realms of industrial and home automation with Travis Cox, an expert in ignition and a leading voice in Industry 4.0. With 20 years of experience at Inductive Automation, Travis shares his journey, insights, and the educational potential of automation. From the foundation of Inductive Automation to the latest trends in IoT, AI, and cloud technologies, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities in the automation landscape. Ideal for tech enthusiasts, students, and professionals aiming to stay ahead in the automation field. This episode is brought to you by Industry Sage Media. 00:28 Meet Travis Cox: Ignition Expert 01:14 Travis Cox's Journey with Inductive Automation 05:44 Innovations and Data Organization in Industrial Automation 07:01 Educational Outreach and University Collaborations 11:46 Early Days and Trade Show Strategies 20:32 Home Automation: Travis's Personal Projects 25:40 Digital Initiatives and Practical Applications 26:09 Comparing Home Automation Products 26:27 Contributions to Ignition Exchange and Open Source 29:24 Future of Automation and Technological Evolutions 33:04 Strategies for Adopting New IIoT Technologies 36:27 Success Stories in Modernizing Processes 42:54 Tips for Digital Transformation Adoption 45:49 Importance of UI/UX in SCADA Systems 48:26 Future Trends: Unified Namespace and Data Lakes 51:53 Final Thoughts and Industry Insights Connect with Travis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviscox-automation/ Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/ Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/ About Industry Sage Media: Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry. Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com