2023 Archive

We connected with Hugues Foltz, Partner - Executive Vice-President at Vooban, and Bronze Sponsors of this years’ SmartMTX. Vooban is recognized for its expertise in artificial intelligence and the development of custom software solutions. Vooban specializes in programming, design, enterprise architecture, artificial intelligence, the internet of things and the cloud. This broad range of expertise enables them to guide clients through nearly every aspect of their digital transformations! It might be their first time in the West, but they are bringing their A-game!

We spoke with Darrell Christensen, Owner & Chief Technology Officer of CYBERTECH360 to discuss their support and involvement with SmartMTX. As Silver Sponsors of the SmartMTX, Darrell is hosting the Discussion Panel “Securing the Future of Manufacturing: The Importance of Cybersecurity in Industry 4.0.” He is also leading a Tech talk titled “Why Your Corporation Needs a Zero Trust Cybersecurity Strategy.” But what exactly is Zero Trust? Zero Trust implicitly reduces risks between IT management and OT operations paving the way for rapid growth and higher profits. Let’s dig into how CyberTech360 is up-levelling Western Canada’s Cyber security.

We spoke with Mariam Daoud, from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence's marketing team, to discuss their support and involvement with SmartMTX. As Bronze Sponsors of the SmartMTX, Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division empowers makers to innovate and create without limit. Mariam explains, “Our solutions provide makers with new ways of innovating and optimising products and production from design through to service life. This empowers makers to create better things in better ways. Through optimisation we can realign our human needs with the needs of nature to unlock a better future”

Registration is now open for SmartMTX, Western Canada’s premier Smart Manufacturing and digital solutions showcase. The exposition takes place at Westerner Park in Red Deer, AB from April 4-5, 2023. SmartMTX is a platform that supports the development and advancement of the manufacturing sector in Western Canada. The show aims to promote Smart Manufacturing technology adoption and bring the manufacturing ecosystem together to foster collaboration.