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International trade and counterfeiting challenges: a new digital solution that will traverse the borders – Part 1
K:blok has the potential to save the UK economy millions and provide the foundation of a Trusted Trader network – which could see the UK leading the way for a new global standard.
What is K:spir and how can it revolutionise the SPIR process?
The SPIR process urgently needs to enter the 21st century At KOIOS Master Data we have a unique understanding of the difficulties caused by the current SPIR (Spare Parts Interchangeability Record)...
SPIRS: Are they worth the paper they’re written on?
I have carried out numerous studies of MRO inventory for companies around the globe, and I question the existence of SPIRs in a spreadsheet form in the new era of digital data.Context: Oil and gas...
Blockchain: Potential Uses – Incorporating International Standards – Part 1
This is part one of a four part presentation that I delivered at the ‘Industry Blockchain Expedition’ hosted in Linz, Austria. We have included the visuals and video’s used to illustrate some of the concepts of Blockchain and its use incorporating ISO quality data.
Blockchain: Potential Uses – Incorporating International Standards – Part 2
This is part two of the online version of a presentation that I delivered at the ‘Industry Blockchain Expedition’ hosted in Linz, Austria. We have included the visuals and video’s used to illustrate some of the concepts of Blockchain and its use.
Blockchain: Potential Uses – Incorporating International Standards – Part 3
This is part three of the online version of a presentation that I delivered at the ‘Industry Blockchain Expedition’ hosted in Linz, Austria. We have included the visuals and video’s used to illustrate some of the concepts of Blockchain and its use.
Presentations
SPIR use case for ISO 18101 - Asset intensive industry interoperability
We are on the verge of a radical realignment of the SPIR process. Peter Eales discusses the ongoing challenges that SPIRs present, and introduces the new digital process that will deliver increased labor productivity and reduced waste.
Knowledge sharing within CFIHOS IOGP - ISO 8000
Industry needs to master its data in order to achieve true efficiency. I have long been an advocate of ISO 8000 industry-standard data and strive for it to become just that – standard!
Industrie 4.0 and interoperability
Industrie 4.0 is about automation and data exchange for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) enabling smart factories and process plants. ISO 8000 and ISO 18101 play a vital role in achieving interoperability
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