

Maciej Kranz
Maciej Kranz helped pioneer the Internet of Things industry through more than 30 years of computer networking and technology innovation experience in multiple industries. He authored the New York Times bestseller, "Building the Internet of Things," and its companion book, "Building the Internet of Things – A Project Workbook." He also oversees a newsletter and leadership forum for IoT insiders.
As a faculty member of Singularity University, frequent keynoter and sought-after media authority, Kranz is recognized worldwide as a pragmatic visionary on industrial IoT and corporate innovation. Currently Vice President of Strategic Innovation at Cisco Systems, Kranz previously built the company’s IoT business from the ground up as General Manager of the Connected Industries Group.
The opinions expressed in this blog are those of Maciej Kranz and do not necessarily represent those of IDG Communications, Inc., its parent, subsidiary or affiliated companies.


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