NB-IoT Explained: Is It Right for Your IoT Solution?
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 6, 2023 2:22:23 PM
NB-IoT, short for the Narrowband Internet of Things, is a form of connectivity designed to address the unique battery life and bandwidth requirements of some IoT devices. Standardized in 2016, NB-IoT extends the coverage for IoT devices on mobile carrier networks beyond the capabiliti …
How to Cost-Effectively Manage IoT Data Plans
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 20, 2023 10:27:05 AM
IoT devices generate, store, analyze, and transmit large amounts of data, but managing this data can be costly. IoT sensors continuously collect data from their surroundings that is then transferred over a cellular network to the cloud, where it is processed and stored. The true value …
SIM Card Types and Sizes Explained
by Ralph Heredia on May 8, 2023 12:18:39 PM
SIM cards have been around for decades, and most of us are familiar with these small chips inserted into our smartphones. SIMs provide memory to store data and unique IDs to connect our devices to mobile networks. SIM cards were originally designed for mobile phones, but SIM types and …
What Is Fixed Wireless Internet? An Introductory Guide
by Ralph Heredia on Apr 3, 2023 3:08:24 PM
Access to broadband internet connectivity is vital for homes and businesses, but many recent studies reveal that millions of Americans still lack reliable internet access. In 2019, an estimated 21 million Americans lacked internet connectivity. More recent research suggests that the n …
LTE Cat-M1 Explained: Pros and Cons of LTE-M for IoT Devices
by Ralph Heredia on Mar 28, 2023 9:47:36 AM
Many massive IoT deployments require little bandwidth per device and leverage battery-operated devices, so power conservation is often important. 4G and LTE networks provide high-speed and high-bandwidth cellular connectivity but consume too much power for certain IoT applications. As …
What is a Private LTE & 5G Network & Is It Right For Your Business?
by Ralph Heredia on Mar 7, 2023 1:03:57 PM
The rise of 5G is revolutionizing how cellular IoT is applied to business operations, especially in manufacturing and industrial sectors. 5G offers the bandwidth, speed, and flexibility to connect devices and develop new business processes and solutions that may not be practical or ec …
How to Sell a Subscription for Your IoT Product
by Ralph Heredia on Jan 9, 2023 12:44:09 PM
Although several different pricing models can effectively capture IoT value, one of the most popular is the subscription model since it allows businesses to monetize the value for the initial purchase and for ongoing use. Selling a subscription for an IoT product has several unique el …
Top-Rated IoT Gateway Companies
by Ralph Heredia on Nov 14, 2022 1:26:35 PM
IoT gateways are used as a bridge to connect data from sensors or edge devices to the cloud. These gateways serve an important role in supporting an IoT ecosystem, as they not only establish connectivity but can also enable the seamless communication of data generated by sensors withi …
4 Layers of IoT Architecture Explained
by Ralph Heredia on Nov 8, 2022 5:24:24 PM
There’s a lot that goes into making IoT devices function as they should. All of the hardware, software, services, and applications need to work together seamlessly for an IoT system to be effective — and this requires a solid intentional IoT architecture. In this post, we’ll explain t …
7 Exciting Edge Computing Use Cases
by Ralph Heredia on Aug 30, 2022 10:37:36 AM
Edge computing is getting a lot of attention in the world of IoT. Though we don’t see cloud computing going away anytime soon, if ever, there are several exciting opportunities for edge computing to continue to advance IoT technology. Here’s what you need to know about edge computing, …
How To Plan a Successful IoT Deployment
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 12, 2022 9:36:25 AM
With as much buzz as there is about IoT and its many benefits, there is surprisingly little information available on how to successfully deploy a large-scale IoT project. Many businesses struggle to know where to even start. Some of the many challenges you’ll need to navigate when bui …
7 Transformative Examples of IoT in Construction
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 17, 2022 2:45:39 PM
The construction industry faces challenges, including worker safety and unexpected cost overruns. Companies in this industry are continually seeking ways to improve operations, and IoT offers a new source of solutions. Here’s what you should know about IoT in construction.