Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing: Why IoT Expansion Requires Both
by Ralph Heredia on Apr 27, 2022 4:20:14 PM
The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly changing and evolving. As businesses pursue new opportunities, they’re finding new ways to adapt this technology to meet their company's and customers’ needs. One of the most interesting new developments in IoT is called edge computing, which …
IoT Protocols and Standards: An Introductory Guide
by Ralph Heredia on Apr 11, 2022 8:00:00 AM
In the IoT space, there’s a lot of focus on the components of an IoT ecosystem, including how they work together and the incredible opportunities for leveraging the data and analytics produced. However, one critical piece of this puzzle, IoT protocols and standards, is often overlooke …
18 Top IoT Companies You Should Know
by Ralph Heredia on Apr 4, 2022 10:27:12 AM
The internet of things (IoT) industry is experiencing not only rapid growth but also aggressive innovation. According to McKinsey, over 25% of businesses currently use IoT technologies, and the industry is expected to grow at a rate of over 26% in 2022. You’ll find a variety of vendor …
Future of IoT: What To Expect in the Next 5 Years
by Ralph Heredia on Feb 7, 2022 8:00:00 AM
In the last few years alone, we’ve seen dramatic changes in the capabilities of IoT. It’s exciting to think about what the future of IoT will look like five or ten years down the road. The growth of the industry has accelerated along with its capabilities — the number of IoT devices b …
4 IoT Connectivity Challenges & How To Solve Them
by Ralph Heredia on Feb 2, 2022 4:36:18 PM
Though IoT can streamline business operations and provide convenience for consumers, setting up an effective IoT ecosystem is anything but simple. There isn’t a magic wand when it comes to IoT connectivity. (If only it were so easy!) But there are ways to navigate the connectivity cha …
What Are ICCID & IMEI Numbers? IoT SIM Cards Explained
by Ralph Heredia on Nov 24, 2021 2:59:06 PM
Most people are familiar with SIM cards for cell phones. Though an IoT SIM card is similar, it’s different in that it supports IoT devices specifically with their network requirements and unique data consumption rates (check-in rates). Few people understand how IoT SIM cards work and …
2G & 3G Sunset: Making the Transition to 4G and Beyond
by Ralph Heredia on Oct 22, 2021 12:08:49 PM
As technology has developed and Big Data has become ubiquitous, applications and devices have demanded increasing speed and power. For connected devices, speed is everything, and older 2G and 3G networks struggle to support sufficient speed. For this reason, carriers are planning a 2G …
10 of the Best Examples of IoT in Healthcare
by Ralph Heredia on Aug 25, 2021 10:51:32 AM
The Internet of Things (IoT) has driven astounding innovations and advancements in the healthcare industry. IoT is redefining how and where care is provided, quality of care, and the patient experience. According to a Forbes article, an estimated 646 million IoT devices would be used …
5 Best IoT Examples
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 30, 2021 11:05:19 AM
IoT usage continues to grow exponentially — forecasts show IoT is expected to grow to around 1.6 billion U.S. dollars by 2025. And though businesses have been slower than consumers to adopt this technology, that’s quickly changing. Certain industries are taking the lead, including far …
How IoT is Changing Business for the Better
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 16, 2021 8:00:00 AM
The IoT market is forecasted to grow to an incredible $1.7 trillion by 2025. IoT has developed a well-earned reputation for redefining the consumer experience with many everyday products. However, consumers aren’t the only ones who can benefit — IoT is for businesses as well. Accordin …
Understanding the Differences in Direct Carrier Billing vs. Direct OEM Subscriptions
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 5, 2021 8:00:00 AM
As consumers, we pay subscriptions for all kinds of consumer electronics today. Companies pay via subscription for different back-office software, cloud infrastructure, and more. Because they are so popular and provide a lower barrier to entry for new customers, subscription-based mod …
IoT Security: What It Is, Its Challenges, and Why It Matters
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 4, 2021 12:24:23 PM
While the potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) is expanding, so are its risks. Enabling devices to connect to the internet and to each other can potentially open them up to vulnerabilities — if they haven’t been designed with IoT security in mind. We’ve all heard about the high-p …