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• How to deal with the lack of IoT standards

  With each IoT standards body creating its own architecture or framework, IT professionals have many options to sort through for any IoT deployment. Continue Reading

• Thought-provoking IoT blogs from 2019

  IT pros can start off 2020 strong by revisiting IoT blogs on the major topics of 2019, including IoT strategy and security, as well as ethical AI and IoT. Continue Reading

• Are we truly ready to support IoT’s impending effects?

  The growth of IoT devices is outpacing mobile. Providers must plan for the next era of industry supporting IoT devices with onboarding, security and services for different verticals. Continue Reading

• How to determine the top IoT usage and data industries for 2020

  As 2019 comes to a close, use these tips to determine the top industries that will have the greatest penetration of IoT usage and value in 2020. Continue Reading

• IIoT and manufacturing asset management are a perfect pair

  Incorporating IoT into a manufacturing ecosystem can yield several benefits, but managing all these endpoints will be critical to success. Continue Reading

• 3 ways 5G in retail will propel change throughout the industry

  Retailers and supply chain manufacturers can tap into new opportunities for customer service and product visibility with 5G connectivity and IoT sensors.Continue Reading

• How can IoT innovations resulting from space missions be used?

  Space exploration has shaped the course of society through technological advances in IoT applications for healthcare, personal and business use.Continue Reading

• Cord-cutting 2.0: The next wire-free revolution

  Long-range wireless charging promises to supercharge the potential of IoT networks. And just like Wi-Fi eliminated the data cord, long-range wireless charging will eliminate the power cord.Continue Reading

• AI in space exploration leads to more independent robots

  Robots have successfully reached Mars and retrieved data from the planet, but imagine what scientists can achieve if AI in space can make its own choices.Continue Reading

• How do IoT and blockchain for traceability simplify compliance?

  Organizations can use IoT sensors and blockchain to confirm their traceability systems meet compliance requirements and get through customs efficiently.Continue Reading

• The ten things that should happen in 2020, continued

  Innovations in DesignOps, AppDev, digital innovation, AI, machine learning, IoT, bots and mobility will continue into 2020 as organizations seek to improve the user experience.Continue Reading

• SMBs and the great cloud video opportunity

  As the role of video data continues to grow in importance, SMBs will need to look to cloud solutions to keep pace with the ever-evolving surveillance landscape and maintain a competitive advantage.Continue Reading

• 4 requirements to choose the best enterprise IoT database

  How should an IoT database differ from a traditional database? Learn what criteria databases need in order to handle the challenges that IoT technology brings with it.Continue Reading

• The ten things that should happen in 2020

  Innovations in DesignOps, AppDev, digital innovation, AI, machine learning, IoT, bots and mobility will continue into 2020, and these are the top ten trends those in the IT industry should be ...Continue Reading

• The future of physical retail: Connected devices and connected shoppers

  In-store IoT devices are becoming more common to foster greater customer experiences. Strong network infrastructure and analytics can be used to improve operation of these IoT devices.Continue Reading

• Why use IoT traceability over traditional methods?

  IoT sensors and blockchain combined create a better traceability system for pharmaceutical manufacturers to combat drug counterfeiting and gray markets.Continue Reading

• Four ways IoT will change the way we work in 2020

  IoT, augmented reality and virtual assistants will give workers more time to focus on meaningful tasks instead of busy work in 2020.Continue Reading

• What can 5G really deliver?

  The emergence of 5G promises a mobile-first, connected workforce with greater bandwidth and increased network speed. But 5G's success depends on mobile operators and providers' continued investment.Continue Reading

• Edge computing and IoT product design

  As edge computing begins to take hold in IoT, you must evaluate whether edge computing will provide value to your edge devices, or if it will only introduce increased hardware costs and other ...Continue Reading

• What are the current uses of IoT in space?

  IoT networks and satellites could eventually bring internet service to remote areas of the world, but developers still need to create a standard for connections to the networks.Continue Reading

• How connected RPA drives collaborative transformation

  Organizations that adopt connected RPA with AI and cognitive technologies enable them to automate tasks within their businesses, as well as their new and existing applications.Continue Reading

• How did the Apollo landing shape future uses of IoT?

  The technology used to make the Apollo lunar landing possible was just the start of the spread of IoT to manufacturing, healthcare and education.Continue Reading

• Why connected devices aren’t always as smart as you think

  IoT device security is integral to keeping consumer data safe. Everyone must educate themselves on how to protect their valuable data, and manufacturers are obligated to do the same.Continue Reading

• How do you know your AI is making the right choices?

  When human beings are removed from decision making processes, it can raise questions about how artificial intelligent reached its conclusions. Access to raw data, transparency and knowledge graphs ...Continue Reading

• The secret to powering IoT devices

  Using the newest battery technology in IoT devices can affect device and data collection success more than manufacturers realize. Lighter, thinner, more flexible batteries can result in improved ...Continue Reading

• Emerging IoT attack surfaces present attackers with tempting new targets

  The spread of IoT devices and data in the data center and cloud of an organization means that attackers have more opportunities to break into its systems.Continue Reading

• 5G in manufacturing propels change throughout the industry

  5G and IoT sensors can unlock new capabilities for manufacturers, while improving existing processes with decreased latency and more accurate asset tracking.Continue Reading

• Products as a service is a top priority for manufacturers

  Analytics and integration challenges stand in the way of manufacturers taking full advantage of their IIoT deployments, according to a Software AG survey.Continue Reading

• 5G and the effects on IoT product design

  Even though 5G could bring some new capabilities to IoT devices with real-time communication and increased bandwidth, it will not be necessary for all IoT applications.Continue Reading

• Driving IoT innovation

  No one can deny the IoT market has been growing rapidly, but why? Fourteen market drivers of cellular IoT -- including 3GPP standards and machine learning -- have begun revolutionizing society.Continue Reading

• Approach the measurement of ROI for IoT projects with care

  It's easy to get caught up on the numbers when it comes to potential business investments, but organizations should be weary of an obsession with ROI and sometimes just dive into an IoT project.Continue Reading

• AI in the IoT customer journey enriches the experience

  The typical customer experience has evolved with the adoption of AI and IoT, and consumers now expect organizations to include personalized features throughout the customer journey.Continue Reading

• Intertek joins AT&T IoT Accelerator Program

  AT&T's IoT Accelerator program aims to advance IoT device deployment by providing resources for device makers to quickly test products and receive certification.Continue Reading

• Understand the best IT/OT convergence strategies

  The differences between IT and OT make convergence difficult. Admins can reconcile the two by creating a partition and prioritizing OT traffic.Continue Reading

• Prepare your network for IoT data challenges

  The surge of data created by IoT devices can lead to higher latency and a larger attack surface. How do you plan an IoT network that can handle these challenges?Continue Reading

• IoT network architecture shaped by business requirements

  A network architecture for IoT combines layers of technology -- including embedded sensors and core service layers -- that are critical to the success of an IoT deployment.Continue Reading

• Is connecting your IoT product a smart idea?

  Before manufacturers even begin to develop an IoT device, organizations must consider if connecting devices will actually serve a purpose that's worth making them vulnerable to cyberattacks.Continue Reading

• What results are being achieved with connected RPA?

  Blue Prism's Chief Evangelist, Pat Geary, explores connected RPA and how organizations use it to generate effective full-time equivalent savings and more productive work environments.Continue Reading

• How to pick the right IoT partners

  Do you know how to pick the right IoT partners? Nemertes Research studied organizations with successful IoT initiatives to find out what made the most effective IoT partnerships.Continue Reading

• IoT product development: Build vs. buy

  The IoT product development process isn't as simple as adding connectivity and you're done. One key decision is determining if your company can roll its own or needs outside help.Continue Reading

• Smart streetlights build smart city network backbone

  In order to build a smart city network, you need a strong foundation. One option is to use smart streetlight infrastructure.Continue Reading

• A sense of place: How IoT sensor data powers smart cities

  A smart city is smart because of its data. IoT sensors are key to the smart city data puzzle, explains Geotab's Mike Branch, enabling cities to be more proactive and provide better quality of life ...Continue Reading

• The reality of IoT edge processing: We're getting warmer

  The need for IoT edge processing is real, but we're not quite there yet in terms of deployment. Rocket Wagon Venture Studios' Don DeLoach explains how edge processing and a good data set will ...Continue Reading

• 3 real-world IoT smart contract use cases prove blockchain benefits

  Real-world companies are testing IoT smart contracts and finding value in various industries, from entertainment to utilities to advertising.Continue Reading

• 5G use cases MNOs must begin preparing for

  5G is on the horizon; if mobile network operators aren't prepared, they could miss out on numerous opportunities. Tata Communications' Tim Sherwood outlines five 5G use cases and what they stand to ...Continue Reading

• IIoT security's biggest challenges and roadblocks

  IndianAppDevelopers' Juned Ghanchi outlines the top three IIoT cybersecurity challenges and how they are exacerbated in today's connected landscape.Continue Reading

• Clothing as a service: The future of connected apparel

  Connected apparel is all about personalization and creating real value for the consumer. EPAM Continuum's Eric Bogner explores the post-retail future of made-to-measure services and the part IoT ...Continue Reading

• Know the risks in your use case before choosing a cellular LPWAN

  Which LPWA technology is best for your IoT deployment? LTE-M and NB-IoT are popular options, but be sure to compare the benefits and tradeoffs before adoption. Olivia Wireless' Roeland van der Meer ...Continue Reading

• IoT security: It's all about identity

  Identity is key to security, but ensuring identity of all the things in an IoT deployment can be challenging. Intertrust's Bill Horne explains how PKI can help manage this complexity and ensure a ...Continue Reading

• IoT and the future of mobility for transportation and logistics

  IoT is revolutionizing mobility for transportation and logistics companies, explains BSI's Joe Muratore, from providing real-time visibility to optimize the flow of goods to predictive analytics to ...Continue Reading

• Unraveling the predictive maintenance conundrum in the IoT era

  IoT predictive maintenance is not a pure-play technology. It can bring immense business value, says Hitachi Consulting's Rajesh Devnani, but be sure to sift through the hype before adoption.Continue Reading

• 3 IoT technologies primed to shape government asset management

  The internet of things impacts citizens, businesses and governments alike. CentralSquare Technologies' Tom Amburgey discusses three asset management areas he thinks IoT will have the greatest impact.Continue Reading

• When developing IoT products, it's not the cost, it's the value

  Developing an IoT product often involves a critical decision: Do you increase your staff, hire temporary teams or employ the assistance of product development services? IPS' Mitch Maiman discusses ...Continue Reading

• Why the marriage of 5G and IoT will change the world

  IoT and 5G are set to bring a new generation of value and innovation to various industry verticals, says Canonical's Tom Canning, one with increased capacity, reduced latency and added security.Continue Reading

• Delivering on the promise of the connected home with USP

  Armed with the User Services Platform, network service providers, application providers and consumer electronics manufacturers can make the smart home of consumers' dreams a reality. Broadband ...Continue Reading

• Why massive IIoT data volume is spurring time series database growth

  Time series databases have always been a key component of handling large-scale data in real time; now TSDBs are seeing increased adoption thanks to IIoT. Crate.io's Christian Lutz discusses TSDB ...Continue Reading

• IoT everywhere: Opportunities for smart technology outside of the home

  The internet of things affects more than just the smart home. Z-Wave Alliance's Mitchell Klein outlines four areas connected technology is making its mark, discussing the benefits and value ...Continue Reading

• IoT platform versus IoT solution: Flipping the focus

  Many companies begin their IoT journey with their sights set on an IoT platform. However, the platform isn't the entire solution. Longview IoT's Brad Bush outlines the four options of adopting IoT ...Continue Reading

• 3 rules for succeeding with AI and IoT at the edge

  Edge computing, IoT and AI can be confusing terms individually; combine the three and confusion only grows. Learn three key rules for deploying AI and IoT at the edge of your network.Continue Reading

• The many faces of IoT

  The evolution of IoT is unlike any computing trend we've seen before. TimescaleDB's Ajay Kulkarni outlines how IoT is different and explains why choosing the right IoT database is key to success.Continue Reading

• Is IoT the missing link for blockchain in the supply chain?

  For blockchain to be a successful component of the fresh food supply chain, it is critical to include IoT. Zest Labs' Kevin Payne outlines the benefits of IoT and blockchain, and the role they play ...Continue Reading

• IoT battery outlook: Types of batteries for IoT devices

  An IoT deployment won't get off the ground without the proper power supply. Learn about the different types of IoT batteries, as well as some newer battery technologies and alternatives.Continue Reading

• Connected cars and the impact of digital transformation on the auto industry

  The future of connected cars is accompanied by a need for increased connectivity. Jabil's Trevor Neumann discusses the challenges and opportunities this will have for automakers.Continue Reading

• The business of autonomous vehicle data

  Autonomous vehicle data comes from AI, car cognition, smart mobility and V2X. Car data can lead to new business models that can manage digital disruption on industries. IoTDisruption.com's Sudha ...Continue Reading

• Stop worrying and learn to love narrow AI

  There's a big difference between general AI and narrow AI. One should be cause for alarm – the one that will also likely never be. Deloitte Digital's Robert Schmid explains the different types of ...Continue Reading

• Is R&D a cure or poison for the skeptical IoT market?

  R&D is a critical component of IoT products and services. However, as OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto warns, while it can boost IoT initiatives, it can also poison them.Continue Reading

• 4 ways to assess which enterprise IoT safety platforms make sense

  IoT safety platforms can create a smart building that offers increased security and protection for an enterprise and its employees. Noonlight's Matt Johnson offers four steps to help an enterprise ...Continue Reading

• Four more tips for a successful IoT product development partnership

  When entering a partnership with an IoT product development service provider, says IPS' Mitch Maiman, be sure to keep these four essential considerations in mindContinue Reading

• Let's do the time warp: Look back at wireless predictions

  Qorvo's Cees Links takes a look back at wireless predictions he made 15 years ago, discussing the reality of Wi-Fi today and where it is headed in the future.Continue Reading

• Do we all have to be up in the cloud? Enter edge computing

  The cloud has long been a means of communications for connected environments, but it doesn't have to be. Snips' Joseph Dureau outlines the benefits of edge computing in IoT, including the affect it ...Continue Reading

• How to think about LPWAN for commercial real estate applications

  There are several low-power wide area network technologies for IoT systems, but which LPWAN is best for your deployment? Enertiv's Sharad Shankar discusses the top four LPWAN options and their pros ...Continue Reading

• 3 companies successfully monetizing IoT data

  While many companies use IoT to increase efficiencies and save money, some are revamping their business model and monetizing IoT data via subscription services and digital products.Continue Reading

• Scaling the industrial internet of things

  While bullish for the long term, research finds that customer IIoT expectations are dampened over the next few years. Bain & Co.'s Michael Schallehn, Peter Bowen, Christopher Schorling and Oliver ...Continue Reading

• How do nanotechnology, virtual reality and augmented reality mix?

  Nanotechnology plays an integral role in virtual reality tech's hardware, communications and power. IEEE member Saumya Sharma outlines how the two intersect to create a more immersive end-user experience.Continue Reading

• Gaining the monetization edge in IoT deployments

  Enterprise workloads are becoming increasingly distributed through IoT. MapR's Jack Norris explains the importance of the edge in data processing, as well as why edge monetization requires special ...Continue Reading

• Analytics: Can IoT manage what it can't measure?

  Analyzing the deluge of IoT data created by a growing number of connected devices can be overwhelming. Comarch's Wojciech Martyniak outlines how a multipronged strategy can help enterprises ...Continue Reading

• Massive IoT and 5G: New technologies, new possibilities

  5G will render many of the usual IoT communications tradeoffs of bandwidth, range, latency, power, size and cost obsolete, predicts Deloitte Consulting's Helena Lisachuk, making the next generation ...Continue Reading

• Powering IoT devices: Batteries, energy harvesting or both?

  Batteries may be the go-to power for IoT devices today, but energy-harvesting options are emerging and destined to play a big role in creating ultra-low power systems.Continue Reading

• The edge of trust relies on an open source, interoperable IIoT framework

  To realize the full value of IIoT and edge computing, says OSIsoft's Richard Beeson, open, common frameworks and languages along with seamless interoperability are key.Continue Reading

• Use cases of RFID in retail

  RFID technology is bringing new opportunities for retailers, says Chainway's Morris Qiu, helping them improve supply chain efficiency, collect and analyze data, and improve customer experience.Continue Reading

• Is IoT creating a more lucrative oil and gas industry?

  Adopting IoT technologies in oil and gas can help the industry maintain the competitive edge and unlock several gates of growth and expansion within a noticeable short span of time. Biz4Intellia's ...Continue Reading

• IoT and blockchain bring transparency to logistics, supply chain

  IoT and blockchain offer supply chains a solution to traceability and transparency problems. MobiDev's Serge Koba discusses five main benefits of the duo, outlining how the two provide companies ...Continue Reading

• Putting autonomous vehicle legislation in the driver's seat

  After failing to pass in 2018 and months of silence, autonomous vehicle legislation is again coming to the forefront in Congress. Dentons' Eric Tanenblatt explains where we are now, and where we ...Continue Reading

• Edge computing challenges and opportunities

  The age of edge computing is here – is your enterprise ready? Platform9's Vamsi Chemitiganti discusses the use cases of edge computing, challenges it the edge presents and questions to ask before ...Continue Reading

• Data orchestration: The key to accelerating IoT digital transformation

  Many enterprises find it difficult to build and scale IoT applications. Sierra Wireless' Philippe Guillemette outlines how IoT data orchestration simplifies IoT infrastructure to help enterprises ...Continue Reading

• The evolution of the connected digital worker

  Using connected-RPA, digital workers can mimic human workers on a faster scale, making fewer errors. Blue Prism's Pat Geary outlines the six category skills of connected digital workers and the ...Continue Reading

• How can IoT and AI transform sports?

  Combining AI and IoT can have a tremendous impact on the sports industry, from the players to the fans to the stadiums sports are played in. OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto discusses the ...Continue Reading

• IoT can be a business game changer, but it requires a business focus

  Low-tech industries, such as construction, can take strides in improving safety using IoT. However, says Triax Technologies' Ian Ouellette, it is critical to understand what you are solving and how ...Continue Reading

• Two surprising observations on smart cities

  The smart city concept is evolving from focusing on just automation to modernizing physical, digital and social infrastructure. And, as Dentons' Clint Vince discusses, it's critical consider the ...Continue Reading

• Beyond SB-327: Moving toward true IoT security

  While California's CCPA and SB-327 are making strides toward a safer IoT ecosystem, StrongKey's Arshad Noor explains why it's also important to adopt a passwordless method of securing IoT.Continue Reading

• Use cases and benefits of smart sensors for IoT

  Smart sensors are key to developing IoT applications, as they help modernize and streamline analytics and connectivity. Catch up on the types of IoT sensors, their use cases and more.Continue Reading

• The IoT economy: New models created by connectivity

  The internet of things enables otherwise silent devices to become economic drivers. Infor Retail's Guy Courtin outlines where IoT is having a major impact on the economy.Continue Reading

• Adding Wi-Fi for LPWAN localization

  Nearly every IoT use case requires location data. However, sometimes LPWANs don't provide the accuracy needed. Skyhook's Kipp Jones explains how Wi-Fi can complement LPWAN.Continue Reading

• Wind power: A $27 billion opportunity readymade for AI and autonomous drones

  Autonomous drones and AI not only help wind farm technicians speed up the inspection process, says Clobotics George Yan, they work in conjunction with humans to improve turbine performance and ...Continue Reading

• In the fast-growing field of sports analytics, SD-WAN is the power hitter

  Sports analytics relies on automation, AI and machine learning, all of which require a high-performance network to work. Nokia's Charuhas Ghatge explains why an SD-WAN is up to the challenge.Continue Reading

• How do smart microgrids fit into IoT energy initiatives?

  While there are management challenges associated with microgrids, IEEE senior member Shawn Chandler says IoT-driven grid management systems can help operators perform critical tasks.Continue Reading

• 5G is the Y2K of the next decade

  While 5G is being positioned as the network technology to enable an immediate increase in flow of business intelligence, says RTI's Chip Downing, it's also the Y2K of the next decade, forcing the ...Continue Reading

• Top 5 proactive solutions to IoT security challenges

  IoT devices are easy to hack and enterprises often have no visibility into what these devices do or access. Portnox's Ofer Amitai offers five solutions to prevent IoT security challenges in the future.Continue Reading

• Invest in a time series database when building your IoT application

  Using a time series database, says TimescaleDB's Ajay Kulkarni, IoT organizations can garner insights from connected data to build new features, automate processes and drive efficiency.Continue Reading

• Europe is beating the U.S. in the industrial internet of things

  Many of Europe's industrial companies invested early in IoT, giving them an edge over companies in the U.S. Bain's Michael Schallehn, Ann Bosche, Christopher Schorling and Oliver Straehle discuss.Continue Reading