Why Edge AI Can't Wait: The Race to Deploy Intelligence Outside the Cloud
What happens when the cloud can't reach you?
In Episode 13 of the Edge Tech Podcast, we sit down with Said Ouissal, CEO and Founder of ZEDEDA, to explore why edge AI computing is no longer a future concept. It's already running in car washes, on container ships, at airport security checkpoints, and inside oil fields.
Said shares how ZEDEDA identified the convergence of cloud-native development and the hard limits of cloud connectivity nearly a decade ago, and built an orchestration platform that brings cloud simplicity to edge deployments at scale, without compromising on security or performance.
We go deep on:
Why AI at the edge is outpacing data center AI for real-world industrial and enterprise use cases
The security risks nobody talks about including physical hardware theft, AI model theft, and prompt injection at the edge
ZEDEDA's new Edge Intelligence Platform (EIP) and how it simplifies AI inference deployment across up to 1,000 edge nodes with zero manual optimization
Real deployments across retail, industrial, and critical infrastructure, including Sonny's Car Washes, Maersk, and Volkswagen
Said's bold prediction: within 12 to 24 months, most new applications won't be traditionally written software. They'll be AI agents
Whether you're managing edge infrastructure across a manufacturing floor, a federal network, or hundreds of QSR locations, this episode is essential listening.
22 Apr 2026
Ditch Legacy Cloud: Orchestrate Edge AI Instead
Legacy cloud wasn't built for the edge and AI is exposing that gap fast. In this episode, David Kosloski sits down with Padraig Stapleton from ZEDEDA to make the case for ditching legacy cloud architecture and replacing it with purpose-built edge AI orchestration because when decisions need to happen in milliseconds, sending data back to a data center is no longer an option.
From manufacturing floors to energy sites, enterprises are moving beyond experimentation. But most edge computing projects fail before they ever reach production. Padraig breaks down the real reasons why security gaps, operational complexity, and the painful truth about building in-house vs. deploying enterprise-grade platforms.
In this episode, we cover:
Why AI infrastructure at the edge requires cloud-like orchestration and why most teams underestimate that
The rise of agentic AI and small language models powering real-time autonomous decision-making
How edge AI is showing up right now in quality inspection, safety monitoring, and autonomous systems
The security non-negotiables that every edge deployment must clear
What it actually takes to scale from a 10-device pilot to thousands of distributed endpoints
Why AI will eventually become invisible and what that means for the businesses deploying it today
Whether you're an engineer evaluating edge AI platforms, an enterprise architect navigating AI infrastructure decisions, or just tracking where the industry is heading — this conversation is one you don't want to miss.
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⏱ Chapters:
0:00 AI shift from cloud to edge
1:05 Intro + guest background
3:10 Why edge orchestration matters
4:20 Edge vs data center challenges
5:40 Why edge projects fail at scale
7:00 Security and enterprise barriers
9:00 Build vs buy at the edge
12:15 Agentic AI and future architectures
14:00 Real-world AI use cases
15:30 AI in the physical world (robots, drones)
16:30 The future of invisible AI
18:00 Innovation and closing thoughts
25 Mar 2026
The Future of Edge Infrastructure: Fast Kubernetes Deployments Explained
In Episode 11 of the Edge Tech Podcast, host David Kosloski sits down with Brian Durden, VP of Solutions Engineering & Strategic Initiatives at Rancher Government Solutions, to discuss why speed and sustainability are becoming critical for Kubernetes deployments at the edge.
As hardware becomes more powerful and software more efficient, organizations can now deploy complex mission applications directly at the edge without relying on constant cloud connectivity. But speed isn't just about performance — it's about how quickly platforms can be built, deployed, and maintained in real-world environments.
In this conversation, we explore:
Why Kubernetes has become so dominant in edge infrastructure
The three types of speed that matter for edge deployments: build, deploy, and runtime performance
Why sustainable edge platforms are critical for government and mission-critical environments
How automation and standardization reduce operational complexity
The role of compact edge hardware in enabling distributed deployments
Brian also shares insights from years of experience building platforms across VMware, Pivotal, and Rancher Government, including how organizations are rethinking infrastructure to support distributed, disconnected, and low-bandwidth environments.
If you're building edge platforms, distributed infrastructure, or Kubernetes environments, this episode dives deep into the real-world challenges and opportunities shaping the future of edge computing.
17 Feb 2026
Addressing Compliance Bottlenecks in Defense AI: The ATO-in-a-Box Approach
Tommy Scherer and Mark Perry explain tactical edge computing, emphasizing security, compliance, and fast deployment for mission workloads in an interview with David Kosloski.
18 Dec 2025
Streaming "Impossible" Video: Solving Cellular Limits at the Edge
Clive Sawkins and Dale Hall discuss how Digital Barriers solves cellular network limitations to stream reliable real-time video in challenging environments with David Kosloski in this interview.
10 Nov 2025
Edge-Ready Kubernetes: Scaling Apps Where They Matter Most
Host David Kosloski interviews Ant Newman and Pedro Oliveira from Spectro Cloud, who examine how Kubernetes is transforming edge computing across industries, including its challenges, benefits, and real-world applications.
20 Aug 2025
How a 100-Year-Old Foundry Uses Edge Computing to Drive the Future of Manufacturing
Host David Kosloski interviews Shane Rogers, IT Director at Harrison Steel, about how a century-old foundry leverages edge computing for manufacturing innovation and efficiency.
16 Jun 2025
How Edge Computing Powers 311 Retail Stores Across the Country
Jesse Wolcott, Assistant Director of IT at Royal Farms, details how edge computing supports 311 retail stores by maintaining operations during internet outages, enhancing customer experience through AI, in an interview with David Kosloski.
12 Mar 2025
The Secret Behind Rugged Tech in Harsh Conditions.
David Kosloski hosts the Edge Tech Podcasts alongside Steve Savage and Chuck Abdouch from Simply NUC to explore the challenges of computing in extreme environments. From corrosion in steel mills and pig farms to explosive risks in oil fields and even radiation in space, they discuss the obstacles industries face and the cutting-edge solutions—such as sealed enclosures, protective coatings, and redundant systems—that ensure reliable performance in the harshest conditions.
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5 Feb 2025
Smarter, Smaller, Stronger: The Power and Future of BMC for Edge Computing
In this episode of the Edge Tech Podcast, host David Kosloski is joined by Steve Savage and Chuck Abdouch to explore the game-changing evolution of Baseboard Management Controllers (BMCs)—from a staple in remote server management to a must-have for Edge Computing.
They break down how Simply NUC’s take on BMC is bringing powerful remote management to the edge. This breakthrough technology miniaturizes traditional BMC capabilities into a compact, rugged form factor, enabling remote monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting for small, edge-ready devices. The result? greater efficiency and seamless operations across industries.
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8 Jan 2025
AI on the Edge: Faster Decisions, Safer Data
In this episode of the Edge Tech Podcast, David Kosloski, along with Ed Barkhuysen and Matt Forde, explores the integration of AI and edge computing, discussing how edge technology allows real-time data processing for applications like retail surveillance, autonomous driving, and theft prevention. They highlight the benefits of localizing AI processing at the edge, including faster response times and greater data security, and envision a future with increasingly compact, powerful edge devices that can support advanced AI capabilities. Learn more about Simply Nuc at simplynuc.com Follow our Social Media Twitter- @simplynuc Instagram- @simplynuc LinkedIn- @simplynuc Facebook- @simplynuc
4 Dec 2024
Are You Ready for IoT at the Edge?
In this episode of the Edge Tech podcast, David Kosloski, along with Ed Barkhuysen and Ryan McAnlis from Simply NUC, discuss the integration of IoT and edge computing, highlighting how edge technology enhances the efficiency and capabilities of IoT devices. They explain that advancements in connectivity, cost, and interoperability standards are enabling more powerful, localized data processing at the edge, which supports faster, real-time decision-making and improved efficiency across industries.
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30 Oct 2024
Edge Computing Fundamentals | What is so special about it?
In this episode of the Edge Tech Podcast, host David Kosloski sits down with industry experts Ryan McAnlis and Jonny Smith to talk about edge computing fundamentals and why it’s transforming the tech landscape. They discuss how edge computing enables data processing close to where IoT devices like smartwatches, autonomous vehicles, and industrial sensors operate. Learn why edge computing’s low-latency capabilities are crucial for real-time applications in fields such as AI, IoT, and machine learning. This episode covers:
Key differences between edge computing and cloud computing
Benefits of Local Data Processing in IoT
How edge computing supports autonomous technology and AI
Real-world applications where milliseconds make a difference
Whether you’re in IT, a tech enthusiast, or curious about autonomous vehicles, this discussion gives valuable insights into edge technology's impact on the future of computing.
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