What Is IoT Data Analytics? Benefits + Examples
by Frank Greer on Jun 2, 2022 11:47:35 AM
Companies that offer IoT solutions hold a wealth of information that they can analyze for business-transforming insights. This information can be related to device or application data, such as trending temperature levels in a refrigerated truck or the location of a piece of industrial …
Global IoT Connectivity: Understanding the Fundamentals
by Frank Greer on May 12, 2022 9:10:06 AM
IoT connectivity is an important component of any IoT solution, and deciding which option(s) to use to connect your device deployments is critical. If your company has a global footprint or has customers in many different geographic regions, then it may make sense to consider implemen …
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 …
3 Great Examples of IoT in Manufacturing
by Frank Greer on Mar 2, 2022 1:34:03 PM
The Internet of Things (IoT) may just be the most significant impact on manufacturing since the Industrial Revolution. This latest technology revolution is enabling industrial companies and manufacturers to gain productivity and enhance supply chain operations, leading to a safer empl …
What Are IoT Devices? An Introductory Guide (+ Examples)
by Frank Greer on Feb 23, 2022 4:00:31 PM
From smart home security systems to connected appliances to wearable health monitors, the internet of things (IoT) devices have taken the consumer market by storm. Now, the business world is eager to experience the benefits that IoT can offer. A variety of industries, including health …
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 …
6 Great Examples of IoT in Retail
by Frank Greer on Jan 17, 2022 8:00:00 AM
Adoption of the internet of things is growing exponentially across many sectors, and that includes retail. In fact, over 70% of North American retailers have expressed an interest in reinventing their supply chain with IoT-enabled solutions. When you think of the hundreds of thousands …
33 IoT Terms and What They Mean
by Frank Greer on Jan 12, 2022 3:51:04 PM
Technology has a language all its own, and this is certainly true when it comes to the Internet of things (IoT). As you build and grow your connected solution company, it will be helpful to familiarize yourself with IoT terms as you explore the exciting ways IoT is transforming busine …
Essential Components for a Successful IoT Ecosystem
by Frank Greer on Dec 8, 2021 11:30:30 AM
You don’t need to fully understand the intricacies of how IoT works in order to run a successful connected device business. But it’s helpful to know the basic IoT components that make up the ecosystem and how, together, they work to function as a whole. Let’s take a look at the six ma …