We discuss key breakthroughs in IoT, including 5G integration for fully wireless smart factories, the role of AI in the IoT value chain, and the transformation brought about by eSIMs. Divya Wakankar - Executive VP Enterprise Business & CMO at BICS - also explores current challenges businesses face amidst global digital transformation, such as high customer expectations, regulatory compliance, and the need for innovative business models. The role of AI in reshaping traditional IoT value chains, the potential of eSIM for both businesses and consumers, and the importance of continued learning and curiosity in the face of digital transformation are also covered.\n#iot #ai #transformation #5g #wetalkiot\n\xa0\nSummary of this week's episode:\n00:03 Introduction to the Future of IoT\n00:55 Exploring the Landscape of IoT with Divya Wakankar\n02:14 Challenges in the Global Digital Transformation Era\n12:50 The Role of AI in the IoT Value Chain\n22:18 The Game Changing Technology of eSIMs\nShow notes:\nDivya Wakankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/divya-ghai-wakankar-5a41976/\nDivya\u2019s soundtrack:\nJason Mraz \u2013 Have it all (https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/7BXW1QCg56yzEBV8pW8pah?si=22a8de158b53448a)\nAbout Avnet Silica:\nThis podcast is brought to you by Avnet Silica\u2014the Engineers of Evolution:https://my.avnet.com/silica/resources/podcast/\nYou can connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/silica-an-avnet-company/.