Cellular IoT Explained: Is it Right for Your IoT Solution?
by Ralph Heredia on Feb 24, 2023 9:32:56 AM
Gone are the days when cellular networks were primarily used to transmit voice, connecting one person to another faster and farther away through a single device. IoT has taken advantage of widespread cellular coverage and expanded the use of cellular networks to connect the digital an …
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 …
What is Subscription Billing Software?
by Frank Greer on Jan 4, 2023 12:10:20 PM
Standard pricing approaches don’t fully harness the potential of IoT businesses that want to allow their end customers to activate their own devices and select their own data plans. New monetization strategies are helping OEMs capture as much value as possible while benefiting custome …
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 …
4 Top IoT Billing Challenges and Solutions
by Frank Greer on Oct 18, 2022 4:05:42 PM
Billing for IoT solutions can be challenging for a variety of reasons. Data consumption thresholds, monetization models, and even something as simple as billing periods are highly dependent on the specifics of the IoT use case. Ideally, IoT solutions companies and OEMs should focus on …
IoT Cloud: An Introductory Guide
by Frank Greer on Sep 7, 2022 3:59:20 PM
Because the Internet of Things (IoT) generates so much data and is used for many real-time and near real-time use cases, an IoT cloud is crucial to experiencing the value of IoT. In essence, an IoT cloud is the support structure for IoT applications. In this article, we’ll explain wha …
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, …
IoT Smart City Technology: An Introductory Guide
by Frank Greer on Aug 15, 2022 8:00:00 AM
The Internet of Things (IoT) has demonstrated immense value to consumers and businesses. But these people and entities aren’t the only ones benefiting — cities, municipalities, and governments are also leveraging advanced IoT technology to make smart cities with increased quality of l …
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 …
6 Benefits of IoT for SMBs
by Frank Greer on Jul 7, 2022 10:27:07 AM
When you think of the benefits and advances derived from the Internet of Things (IoT), chances are you think of multinational industrial companies, government entities, and the like. These larger organizations do reap massive gains and opportunities from IoT, but they’re not the only …
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.