Thought Leadership
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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Fixing the Physician Experience: Why Advocacy Is Healthcare’s Next Frontier
Physician burnout has become a defining challenge in healthcare, with research showing that a substantial portion of clinicians—anywhere from roughly a quarter to over half—experience emotional exhaustion, driven more by systemic pressures like administrative burden and reduced autonomy than by individual resilience alone. As healthcare systems face growing staffing shortages and rising patient demand, the…
From Starting Over In A New Country To Reaching The C-Suite: A CFO’s Career Comeback
Global mobility is reshaping the modern workforce, with millions of professionals relocating each year in pursuit of opportunity, stability, or growth. Yet behind the headlines of talent migration lies a quieter, more difficult truth: restarting a career from scratch—even after years of success—is far more common than people expect. In fact, many skilled immigrants…
How AI is Changing the Safeguarding Landscape
This episode of “Safeguarding in Focus,” hosted by Sam Eustace, features Lucie Welch, an expert in primary education and safeguarding from Services for Education. The discussion centers on how AI is transforming the safeguarding landscape in schools, exploring both the risks and opportunities presented by this rapidly evolving technology. Key takeaways: Schools must address…
Why Leadership Without Humanity Is Failing Today’s Workplace
As the world faces historic labor shortages, an increase in burnout, and record-high turnover, organizations are confronting a leadership reckoning. In May 2024, Gallup found that more than 50 percent of U.S. employees were actively searching for new jobs or watching for openings. Taken together, these trends signal a clear and growing breakdown in…