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The world of technology is increasingly looking to leverage technology in ways that enhance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs. Similarly, they identify ways to ensure that technology is developed in a sustainable, equitable and accessible manner.
Here are some predictions from Keysight executives about how the technology industry will consider ESG in 2024.
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The AI and Sustainability Conundrum – Gareth Smith, Head of Software Test Automation
There has been a lot of hype about how AI systems will change our lives, but little attention has been paid to the computational power required. In 2024, the impact of AI on sustainability will gain traction, and organizations will begin monitoring the carbon footprint of their entire technology infrastructure in an effort to reach net-zero goals. As a result, companies will need to decide where and how to use AI wisely, rather than thinking they can deploy it everywhere. And when it comes to testing software and applications, companies need to pivot from testing everything to anticipating which tests are most important to reduce environmental impact.
Energy consumption and the need for more energy alternatives drive technology decisions – Mark Pierpoint, Vice President of Strategic Innovation and Partnerships
Technology decisions will increasingly consider sustainability, rather than just evaluating performance and cost. Energy efficiency is a top executive imperative that influences every decision to achieve environmental goals.
To support the transition to more renewable energy, power grids increasingly need to add storage to help utilities efficiently manage peaks and troughs in demand. Moreover, by the end of the decade, there should be widespread acceptance that nuclear energy is a key element needed to reach net-zero targets.
Driving to Net Zero with Wireless – Sara LaSelva, 6G Director
As sustainability concerns grow around wireless networks, AI will play a pivotal role in mitigating the environmental impact of 6G. For example, the technology can determine how to optimize power consumption by turning components on or off based on real-time operating conditions.
As 6G networks are rolled out and more devices and machines are connected wirelessly, there is an opportunity to optimize operations and reduce your carbon footprint. For example, 6G will help make self-driving cars more sophisticated, reducing some of the waste and inefficiency associated with traffic congestion and human-driven driving. In agriculture, his 6G-connected IoT devices monitor soil conditions and help optimize water and fertilizer usage. The widespread adoption of 6G will usher in a new era of sustainable operations.
The industry plans to standardize sustainability measurements in 2024, including measuring the total carbon footprint of wireless networks. This will help avoid claims of greenwashing and accelerate progress towards net zero.
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AI and Digital Twins: Changing the Face of Healthcare – Marie Hattar, SVP and CMO
Digital twins are becoming increasingly popular and are now introducing AI to create a new reality in healthcare. This technology significantly reduces strain on the system, provides individuals with more choices, and helps improve their quality of life. AI-powered digital twins are ushering in a new era of caring for an aging population, allowing people to live independently for longer. AI will play a vital role in early diagnosis of potential health problems. For example, whole-body MRI leverages AI’s ability to identify, predict, and analyze data patterns, allowing diseases to be diagnosed long before they are visible to the human eye. Additionally, AI will play a more important role in helping medical staff understand and interpret findings and provide treatment and care recommendations.
Emerging sectors of the cloud industry that will matter in 2024 – Dan Krantz, CIO
As traditional cloud capabilities mature, I predict that cloud high performance computing (HPC) will emerge within the next 12 to 18 months. While today’s HPC workloads typically utilize on-premises supercomputing infrastructure, cloud providers are adding supercomputing capabilities that encompass cloud-native characteristics such as elasticity, programmable automation, and pay-as-you-go usage. Bringing it to the HPC market and democratizing the most compute-intensive scientific and engineering workloads.
Inclusive Innovation: The Quantum Community Advocates for Gender Equality – Dr. Philip Krantz, Quantum Engineering Solutions
Quantum has the potential to be the first technology sector to achieve gender parity. This is a result of our ongoing efforts to attract women and ensure that a diverse workforce is the norm rather than the exception.
governance
Radar Regulations – Sara LaSelva, 6G Director
In 2024, regulation will be on the agenda as the industry seeks to provide a framework for the entire ecosystem, including companies, operators, and countries, to work together. Due to its complexity, especially at the geopolitical level, it will take several years to resolve this issue.
Regulation needs to be deep and broad – Gareth Smith, Head of Software Test Automation
There is widespread acceptance of the need to regulate AI. However, what should be included in the regulations will be the subject of much debate due to the breadth and complexity of the technologies involved. A seismic event with significant adverse effects must occur before the necessary funds become available. Only then will clear standards and best practices become effective. Unless regulations are implemented in the near future, there is a growing risk that AI will become uncontrollable.
Global Harmonization of IoT Cyber Regulations – Scott Register, Vice President of Cybersecurity Solutions
There are a number of country-wide regulations to improve IoT cybersecurity, including the US Cyber Trust Mark, Europe’s ETSI EN 303 645 standard, and Singapore’s labeling program. In 2024, there will be further harmonization of legislation to avoid manufacturers having to deal with numerous requirements, delaying production and increasing costs. However, a global standard has not yet been established.
Equity, accessibility and sustainability of technology for the benefit of the world
Technology has the potential to change the way we interact with the world. To this end, Keysight’s management team has taken deliberate and actionable steps to ensure ESG is embedded in the company’s culture and drives decision-making at all levels. In 2024, we will see a more concerted and collective effort to ensure that technology benefits everyone well into the future.
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