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The State of the Engineering Market with Mike Wilkinson

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The IoT market has witnessed substantial growth, transforming technology and connectivity. Paragon Innovations, led by CEO Mike Wilkinson, specializes in embedded systems and product development for diverse industries. IoT enables wireless communication between machines and computers, facilitating tracking and interaction. Advancements in cellular technologies like CAT-M1 and NB-IoT have made IoT more accessible and affordable….

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Paragon Innovations
Consistent Engineering Process Leads to Excellent Results

Dr. Philip Purdy, co-founder and CMO of Endophus Holdings, has revolutionized blood pressure monitoring during medical procedures. Recognizing the limitations of analog technology, he developed the Indifis pressure sensing access system, which utilizes fiber optic pressure sensors for precise measurements. Partnering with Paragon Innovations, led by CEO Mike Wilkinson, ensured the successful implementation of the…

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Engineering & Construction
Maximizing and Managing Engineering Partners

Secure Tech Systems, led by Juliana Goldenberg and Steve Kirby, specializes in critical incident notification systems and has successfully implemented its solutions in courthouses, schools, and government facilities. Their technology automates alarm dispatch to law enforcement, ensuring immediate responses to emergencies. The Wave Plus system offers versatile notifications, including text messages, emails, and activating visual…

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Engineering & Construction
How to Take a Prototype to Production with Mike Wilkinson

Mike Wilkinson, the founder and CEO of Paragon Innovations, shares valuable insights into the process of transitioning from prototype to production. Customer feedback is crucial in refining the product, and alpha and beta testers play a vital role in ensuring it meets their specific needs and use cases. Designing for manufacturability (DFM) is essential to…

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Engineering & Construction
Innovation vs. Invention with Mike Wilkinson

Mike Wilkinson, the founder and CEO of Paragon Innovations, sheds light on the distinction between innovation and invention. Inventions are groundbreaking creations that introduce entirely new concepts or technologies, while innovations involve improving existing ideas. Differentiating between the two is crucial for approaching projects with clarity and purpose. Inventions defy planning and scheduling, while innovations…

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Engineering Experience
Turning Crisis into Engineering Opportunity with Mike Wilkinson

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paragon Innovations, under the leadership of Mike Wilkinson, exhibited remarkable resilience and innovation. They saw the market downturn as an opportunity to reimagine their strategies and adapt accordingly. With a seamless transition to remote work, Paragon Innovations ensured uninterrupted service to their clients. Leveraging technology, they provided their customers with advanced…

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Texas energy
Small Margins, Big Risks: How Fraud Hurts Texas Energy Retailers
January 6, 2026

Fraud has quietly become one of the most existential threats in Texas’s deregulated retail electricity market—because the business runs on razor-thin margins and delayed payment. Under the non-POR system overseen by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), retail energy providers assume the full risk of nonpayment. With profit margins often measured in just a…

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learning
From 30 to 1,500 Students: Scaling Mass Experiential Learning with How to Change the World
January 5, 2026

Higher education is at a crossroads. Institutions are being asked to do more with less—serve more students, prepare them for a rapidly changing, AI-shaped workforce, and prove the real-world value of a degree—all at the same time. Employers consistently note that while graduates are technically capable, many struggle to apply what they’ve learned to…

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What the Future Looks Like if We Get It Right
What the Future Looks Like if We Get It Right
December 30, 2025

As the Patient Monitoring series concludes, the conversation shifts from today’s challenges to tomorrow’s possibilities. This final episode of the five-part Health and Life Sciences at the Edge series looks ahead to what healthcare could become if patient monitoring gets it right. Intel’s Kaeli Tully is joined by Sudha Yellapantula, Senior Researcher at Medical…

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data center infrastructure
AI Is Forcing a Rethink of Data Center Infrastructure at Every Level
December 29, 2025

The data center industry is being redefined by AI’s demand for faster, denser, and more scalable infrastructure. According to McKinsey, average rack power densities have more than doubled in just two years. It went from approximately 8 kW to 17 kW, and is expected to hit 30 kW by 2027. Global data center power demand is projected…

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