Discover how new technologies, tools, and approaches are addressing some of the greatest challenges facing society today.
[Jupiter, FL] — September 21, 2026: An upcoming episode of Advancements with Ted Danson is scheduled to broadcast on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 8:00 pm ET. Tune in to Bloomberg Television to watch.
The episode opens with a look at the evolution of construction and megaproject delivery. As demand grows for semiconductor fabrication facilities, clean energy projects, advanced manufacturing, transportation, and other infrastructure, the construction industry faces pressure to deliver projects faster and at greater scale. Watch to discover how artificial intelligence, automation, project data, and other technologies are being applied to the construction industry and are empowering a new generation of skilled craft professionals, engineers, and project managers.
The program then turns to the challenge of making food packaging more recyclable. Packaging represents roughly one-third of municipal solid waste in the United States, while food packaging presents its own challenges, because of contamination, complex materials, and recycling systems that are not always equipped to process them. The segment examines how packaging design can influence recyclability. Industry experts explore approaches involving recyclable P.E.T. packaging, pad-less tray designs, and clearer consumer disposal information designed to support better recycling outcomes and a more circular materials economy.
Next, discover why the demands of AI, advanced analytics, and cybersecurity are changing what manufacturers need from their automation systems. The show will educate about the limitations of traditional closed control architectures, including vendor lock-in and interoperability challenges, as it introduces Open Process Automation (OPA) as an approach based upon open, standards-based architectures. Viewers will see how the technology can allow hardware and software from different suppliers to work together, giving manufacturers greater flexibility to upgrade and adapt their systems over time.
Finally, see how venture funding helps entrepreneurs access the capital, expertise, and networks needed to develop and scale emerging companies, while also learning about the importance of expanding access to venture education, mentorship, and professional networks. Through insights from industry leaders, investors, and venture professionals, the segment looks at efforts to broaden participation in the venture ecosystem and prepare the next generation of investors and fund managers.
“This episode examines how industries are adapting established systems to meet rapidly changing demands. From construction sites and food packaging facilities to industrial plants and venture capital, emerging technologies are being used alongside new operating models and human expertise to improve how complex systems function,” said Dustin Schwarz, programming director for the Advancements series.
Featured segments in this episode include Bechtel, Lucid Corp, Collaborative Systems Integration, and Venture Forward.
About Advancements:
Advancements is an information-based educational television series that explores recent developments taking place across several industries and economies. With a focus on some of the major innovations responsible for global progress today, the award-winning series goes behind-the-scenes to discover and share how technology and innovation continue to drive the world forward.
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