Industrial Internet of Things (IoT)
The industrial internet of things (IIoT) is the use of smart sensors, actuators and other devices, such as RFID tags, to enhance manufacturing and industrial processes.. See complete definition.
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Feature
09 Dec 2021
TinyML at the very edge of IoT shows signs of promise
TinyML can enable machine learning on small devices that exist within IoT systems and experts are currently debating the breadth of its practical real-world uses. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Sep 2021
Top 5 industrial IoT use cases
As more organizations embrace IIoT, the technology will lead to more innovation and further improvements in use cases such as predictive maintenance and workplace analytics. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Aug 2018
Overwhelmed by IIoT data? Perhaps hire a data scientist
Industrial IoT creates an avalanche of information. You may need to hire a data scientist to reap that benefits IIoT promises, says Sam Pearson of Deloitte Consulting. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Aug 2018
IIoT analytics opportunities for manufacturing, industry
The real benefits of IIoT are becoming clear, thanks to data-driven analytics. Learn how IIoT aids predictive maintenance, asset tracking and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Aug 2018
IIoT standards have yet to keep pace with IoT protocols
IoT standards in general, and industrial IoT standards in particular, are just beginning to develop -- but they're tightly focused rather than broadly conceived. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Aug 2018
Using digital twin technology to simulate IoT
Thanks to the use of digital twins, IoT issues such as device interactions, development and PLM can be solved. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jul 2018
The critical importance of configurability for industrial IoT systems
To achieve value in industrial-connected systems, says Bright Wolf's James Branigan, it is critical to understand the various actors in the value delivery chain, as well as their requirements, ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Jul 2018
Why IIoT needs real-time analytics now more than ever
As the amount of data generated by IIoT devices climbs and new technologies continue to roll out, says VoltDB's Madhup Mishra, the importance of real-time analytics only grows. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Jul 2018
Artificial intelligence and the connected plant
Traditional plants need to adopt new technologies to embrace digital transformation and its value. SparkCognition's Stuart Gillen outlines how artificial intelligence fits into the connected plant ... Continue Reading
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Guide
19 Jul 2018
IIoT use cases put spotlight on IoT benefits, challenges
Potential IoT benefits for industry could be immense, but they are not guaranteed. Learn what needs to be done to create an effective roadmap that leads to good IIoT results. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Jul 2018
In-memory HTAP computing: Create smart IIoT applications with continuous learning
Continuous learning systems are now attainable for a range of industrial IoT use cases thanks to in-memory HTAP computing. GridGain's Nikita Ivanov discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Jul 2018
From words to action: Implementing AI
As AI goes from a "nice to have" to a "need to have," it's also evolving in terms of complexity. Implementing AI isn't one-size-fits-all, as Progress's Mark Troester explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jul 2018
How to turn IoT data into a tradable asset
What organizational changes and new value-chains will allow industrial firms to package and monetize IoT data successfully? More With Mobile's Ken Figueredo discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jul 2018
Interoperability is key to boosting Industry 4.0
Making legacy, often proprietary, systems smart isn't as easy as 1, 2, 3. Interoperability and teamwork are key to making Industry 4.0 a reality, says oneM2M's Chris Meering. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jun 2018
Industrial IoT: Speaking the same (connected) language
To fully realize the benefits of industrial IoT, we will need a protocol around how devices talk to one another. NS1's Carl Levine explains why DNS might be just the thing to fill the gap. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jun 2018
IIoT data protection demands new ways of thinking
Just as industrial IoT has changed how industrial organizations operate, says Stratus' Jason Andersen, so too must it change how those organizations protect the data IIoT generates. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jun 2018
Three predictive capabilities that move the needle for business
The ability to predict the future is powerful knowledge for any business. Bsquare's Dave McCarthy discusses three predictive capabilities to consider, as well as tips for getting started. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Jun 2018
Automation vs. humanity: A false binary choice
Drishti's Prasad Akella advises to ignore the scary "human versus robots" headlines; the complex reality is actually one of mutual growth and gradual change, one of humans and machines. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Jun 2018
Three predictions for the future of IIoT
The industrial internet of things is where real societal impacts will manifest. Augury's Saar Yoskovitz offers three predictions for the years ahead. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jun 2018
IoT gives rise to machine as a service
Machine as a service, explains Coresystems Manuel Grenacher, is the key to encompassing a factory machine's contributions to business goals through IIoT connectivity. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2018
IoTium puts IIoT connectivity complexity in the crosshairs
Ensuring secure IIoT connectivity to legacy industrial assets at scale is a challenge IoTium is ready to solve with its software-defined services and book-ended architecture. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 May 2018
Ask yourself these questions for IIoT success
In order to ensure success when undergoing an IIoT project, Stratus Technologies' Jason Andersen advises businesses ask themselves these four critical questions first. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
14 May 2018
If everything is connected how will anyone have any privacy?
Deloitte Digital's Robert Schmid explores how privacy affects the three basic segments of IoT and explains security measures to put in place to maintain data privacy in your IoT program. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 May 2018
How industrial IoT can strengthen the U.S. manufacturing industry
By using IoT technologies, U.S.-based manufacturers can lead a data-driven manufacturing resurgence. Oracle NetSuite's David Gustovich dives into four of the top benefits of IIoT for manufacturers. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 May 2018
Future of real-time enterprise IoT depends on in-memory computing powered HTAP
IoT requires a critical technology infrastructure reinvention, which can be enabled only by HTAP powered by in-memory computing. GridGain Systems' Nikita Ivanov explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Apr 2018
Building the central nervous system of IIoT
Industrial IoT is experiencing growing pains, says Augury's Saar Yoskovitz, and that's why focusing on building the central nervous system for IIoT is the next critical step forward. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Apr 2018
How a blend of customer experience and data helps brands build trust in IIoT
A successful industrial IoT deployment requires the right mix of customer experience and data utilization. Voxpro's Brian Hannon offers advice to help customer experience teams prepare support for ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Apr 2018
Boost built-in IIoT security with VPNs
Though there are several recommended properties for built-in security, says NCP engineering's Julian Weinberger, encrypting communications with VPNs is essential. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Apr 2018
Improved customer experience through IoT drives manufacturing efficiency
Today's auto manufacturers are using IIoT in response to demands for more customization. Infor's Jeff Nedwick explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Apr 2018
Five ways adaptive diagnostics improves repair of mission-critical equipment
Bsquare's Dave McCarthy discusses five critical ways adaptive diagnostics is helping improve repair of mission-critical equipment. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Apr 2018
Five ways to accelerate predictive maintenance
Splunk's Erick Dean offers five key technology trends Industry 4.0 is talking about today that are making manufacturers rethink planned versus unplanned maintenance. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Apr 2018
Synthetic sensors simplify IoT development
Find out how a new programming abstraction for sensors known as synthetic sensors could simplify IoT app development, especially for industrial IoT situations. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Mar 2018
Use software composition analysis to secure the industrial IoT
Flexera's Eric Free explains how software composition analysis software can help IIoT developers scan and manage the components used during IIoT development ensure IIoT security. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Mar 2018
ICS cybersecurity: The missing ingredient in the IoT growth equation
There's a lot to be gained by adopting IoT or IIoT within OT networks and ICS environments, says Nozomi Networks' Andrea Carcano, but cybersecurity cannot be ignored. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Mar 2018
Intelligence at the well: Keeping staff safe and profits up
The right technology can help keep small- and medium-sized oil and gas producers in the game. However, as FreeWave's Scott Allen explains, connecting intelligent systems with the right technology ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Mar 2018
Three surprising benefits of asset utilization
Asset utilization has become a top business IoT use case. Bsquare's Dave McCarthy offers three benefits beyond the usual suspects of asset utilization data. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2018
IIC addresses industrial IoT security on endpoints
In a new document, the Industrial Internet Consortium abridges IEC and NIST publications, offering clear, concise guidance to ensure IIoT security in connected plants. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Mar 2018
'Digitize or Die': Embrace IoT digital transformation or perish
In his book, Schneider Electric's EcoXpert program global vice president decodes how IoT digital transformation strategies differentiate winners and losers. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Mar 2018
How predictive maintenance can transform industrial IoT
Taking a proactive approach to maintenance with IoT, versus a reactive one, can save industrial organizations time and money. Splunk's Erick Dean discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Mar 2018
The new bottoms-up IIoT strategy that may already be underway at your organization
A bottoms-up approach to industrial IoT is popping up at many plants, with IT pros and engineers launching IIoT initiatives in a DIY fashion. Kepware's Jeff Bates discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Feb 2018
Three ways logistics providers can embrace IoT to differentiate themselves
Using IoT technologies, logistics providers and supply chains can reap numerous rewards, enhancing efficiency, improving safety and saving costs. Ingram Micro's Ben Xiang explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Feb 2018
IIoT: The rise and rise of IoT in the industrial sector
The industrial IoT age is upon us. And as Mobiliya's Krish Kupathil explains, there is more than one way IIoT will accelerate growth, transform economies and create a new level of competitiveness. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Feb 2018
Five key factors for building killer IoT visualizations and reports
Bsquare's Dave McCarthy offers five key factors to consider when building IoT reports and visualizations to make it easier to understand what you and your peers want to learn from your connected ... Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2018
Particle Mesh brings mesh networking to IoT
With the Particle IoT mesh network, the company aims to help customers solve connectivity challenges and improve the collection of IoT data. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Feb 2018
Dell IoT Division focuses on partnerships, OT-IT convergence
The recently announced Dell IoT Division is on track to make the company a one-stop IoT shop, thanks to numerous partnerships and new IoT initiatives. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Feb 2018
For IIoT success, manufacturing IT must overcome cloud resistance
While many factory leaders are wary of the cloud, rejecting its use can hinder the ability to gain the benefits from smart manufacturing and IIoT. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jan 2018
Shielding valuable IIoT data with VPNs
NCP engineering's Julian Weinberger explores the benefits of IIoT and smart factories, as well as the security risks which can be mitigated by a centrally managed VPN. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Jan 2018
How IoT can provide greater value to the agriculture industry
Karina Popova explains the benefits IoT can provide to farmers, as well as the challenges of adopting connected technologies in the agriculture industry. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
08 Jan 2018
IoT predictions 2018: What will the next year of connectedness bring?
The internet of things is in full swing -- but what will the next year bring? Industry experts look into their crystal balls and offer IoT predictions for the year ahead. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Jan 2018
IoT technology trends to watch in 2018
IPS' Mitch Maiman discusses IoT technology trends he expects in 2018, from improved security through blockchain to outdoor IoT growth to more wearables. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Dec 2017
Wearable IoT devices guard personal safety in rugged environments
Wearable IoT devices are finding a home in rugged environments, helping ensure the health and safety of athletes and industrial workers alike. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Nov 2017
programmable automation controller (PAC)
Programmable automation controller (PAC) is a term that is loosely used to describe any type of automation controller that incorporates higher-level instructions. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Aug 2017
FPV drone (first-person view drone)
An FPV drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) with a camera that wirelessly transmits video feed to goggles, a headset, a mobile device or another display. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Nov 2016
Three reasons to consider agile methodology for your IoT effort
Agile methodology is a proven approach; many IoT solutions are built via the agile development process by vendors that know iterative sprints. Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2016
Cisco IoT strategy for partners: Sell to line-of-business buyers
Cisco executives speaking at the company's partner summit advised channel companies to get familiar with enterprise operational technology buyers when selling IoT offerings. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Sep 2016
Securing industrial IoT: Spotlight on DMZ and segmentation
The convergence of IT and OT is creating a number of security risks that must be addressed. Are DMZ and segmentation the answer? Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jul 2016
Five IIoT companies prove value of internet-connected manufacturing
Five leading companies show that slowly, but surely, global manufacturers are making strides in industrial IoT, enjoying benefits from process improvements to cost savings. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Feb 2016
IoT and food safety spell more CIO involvement
CIOs and CTO will play an increasingly active role at the intersection of IOT and food safety. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jan 2016
Internet of Things: Food safety apps set to emerge
Food safety could emerge as a key application for the Internet of Things in the coming months, providing real-time visibility in the vast food supply chain. Continue Reading