I am writing to propose a speaking session for [InfoWorld Conference Name] where I will share the technical architecture and lessons learned from building Amazon EdgeConnect (CMConnect) - Amazon's internal manufacturing intelligence platform that provisions millions of devices (Echo, Ring, Blink, Kindle, Fire TV) across global factory operations.

About the Proposed Session:

As the architect of EdgeConnect, I've designed and built a hybrid edge-cloud platform that solves one of the most challenging problems in modern manufacturing: real-time device provisioning, quality control, and supply chain intelligence at massive scale. This session will provide a deep technical dive into the architecture, design decisions, and real-world challenges of building a production system that operates across hundreds of factories worldwide.

Proposed Session Title:

"Building EdgeConnect: Architecting Manufacturing Intelligence for Millions of Devices”

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