Internet of Things (IoT) Data Management
The IoT data management topic section offers comprehensive resources for those deploying complex, high-velocity data back ends for Internet of Things products and shops. Learn best practices for data acquisition, management and the day-to-day operations of data centers for the Internet of Things.
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Tip
27 Jun 2023
How to select the right IoT database architecture
Understanding the core components of IoT databases is essential when it comes to choosing the one that's best for a particular IoT initiative. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2022
Cisco updates IoT management, go-to-market private 5G plans
Cisco has updated the IoT Control Center to support low-cost, low-bandwidth IoT. The company also released details for its private 5G go-to-market strategy. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Sep 2018
Professional services industry and IoT: The tech problems this industry faces
Most professional services organizations are stuck in the earliest stages of adopting IoT. MOBI's Josh Garrett explains why this industry is challenged by IoT. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Sep 2018
Integrating IoT and ERP data to achieve performance excellence
Linking IoT and transactional data is the gateway to digital transformation, despite the complexities involved. Oracle NetSuite's David Gustovich outlines why integrating IoT and ERP is a win for ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Aug 2018
What is a distributed database system?
The term 'distributed database' is severely overloaded. McObject's Steven Graves cuts through the confusion and explains the various distributed database systems and how they fit into an IoT ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Aug 2018
How to make data IoT's new oil
IoT and its associated data don't exist in isolation within an organization. So to truly reap the benefits of IoT data, says Red Hat's Gordon Haff, it needs context of IT, OT and business strategy. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Aug 2018
The internet of things without AI-enabled IoT? Still dumb
Internet of things enterprise adoption has gathered steam. But AI-enabled IoT is poised to give connected devices contextualized, actionable intelligence Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Aug 2018
Open IoT accelerates digital twin adoption
A digital twin is only as good as the data it is built on and collects. And as Schneider Electric's Andrew Bennett explains, if the systems involved are proprietary and don't integrate, the amount ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Aug 2018
First step out of science fiction: Internet of things
Just a few short years ago, the internet of things likely sounded like a work of science fiction. Today, as Marlabs' Sanjay Vidyadharan says, you either need to be on the IoT train to success or ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
14 Aug 2018
How to determine the right balance of cloud and edge for your analytics project
Finding the right balance between edge and cloud is the key to success, says Stratus Technolgies' Jason Andersen. With right combination of edge and cloud, organizations can see real ROI and often ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Aug 2018
Bridging the gap between IoT and the enterprise
To achieve a bidirectional data conversation with business and the edge, new architectural patterns need to be adopted for IoT. HarperDB's Stephen Goldberg discusses the benefits of HTAP for ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Aug 2018
How IoT will help subsidize the cost of driving
Thanks to the changing nature of car ownership and rapid growth of IoT, says Esurance's Haden Kirkpatrick, driving will be reshaped in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. 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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Blog Post
07 Aug 2018
Back to the future: What we can learn about IoT from Thomas Edison and 1990
When we observe our world closely and objectively, the magic happens. Read on as OSIsoft's Richard Beeson examines the past to learn about the future in an IoT-connected world. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Aug 2018
How IoT is improving the healthcare industry
The internet of things has advanced technology in many global industries, but one sector in particular is especially benefitting: IoT in healthcare. BairesDev's Nacho De Marco discusses. Continue Reading
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Opinion
31 Jul 2018
How IoT edge devices fit into unified endpoint management
Unified endpoint management strategies are evolving to include not just mobile devices, but sensor-connected IoT devices, too. Intelligent edge management can help. 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
25 Jul 2018
Five things to consider before turning your product into an IoT device
While adding IoT makes perfect sense and value for products, for others it doesn't. Treasure Data's Rob Parrish outlines five things to consider before turning your product into an IoT device. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Jul 2018
How IoT improves the fresh food supply chain
An industry as time- and cost-sensitive as fresh food requires proper data collection and analysis to ensure safety and quality. Zest Labs' Peter Mehring explains how IoT fits in the equation. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Jul 2018
Get more answers from your IoT data in a connected digital enterprise
Data can only transform your business when it's freed from silos and integrated across the value chain. Tata Consultancy Services' Regu Ayyaswamy outlines how a connected digital enterprise can help. 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
10 Jul 2018
Living on the edge: Why IoT demands a new approach to data
Many IoT scenarios require ways to analyze and act on collected data at the source. StreamSets' Kirit Basu explains why edge computing is gaining traction in an IoT world. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Jul 2018
Three ways open source software makes IoT stronger
Open source software has never been more valuable than it is today. And its effect on IoT, says MOBI's Josh Garrett, allows advanced initiative investments to pay off in three disruptive ways. 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
06 Jul 2018
Net neutrality reversal drives privacy concerns for connected car data
Without net neutrality, ISPs and telecom companies can prioritize services according to customer needs. One industry likely to feel the effect of this, explains NCP engineering's Julian Weinberger, ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jul 2018
How data science and IoT are changing air transportation
With the help of data scientists, the air transportation industry will evolve in the coming years. NYC Data Science Academy's Vivian Zhang explains how big data and IoT will improve travel for ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Jul 2018
Developing an IoT policy
While the specifics of an IoT policy will vary between industries and organizations, this framework from the Midwest IoT Council should provide a solid starting point. ITA's Julia Kanouse discusses. 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
27 Jun 2018
New mobility and digital identity: The vehicle for success
Digital identity is the ultimate "vehicle for success" that must underpin the new mobility. ForgeRock's Ashley Stevenson reviews the fundamentals of digital identity and explores its value and use ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Jun 2018
Exploring an AI foundation for networking in the IoT age
AI is a must-have for businesses that need to keep up with soaring numbers of new devices, things and apps in today's IoT world. Mist's Sudheer Matta outlines the four key components for building ... 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
25 Jun 2018
Supercharge IoT analytics with GPUs
When it comes to the internet of things and the deluge of data it creates, traditional CPU-powered databases don't cut it. Kinetica's Nima Negahban explains why an insight engine powered by GPUs is ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Jun 2018
Four steps to monetizing the internet of things
It's clear that now's the time to start monetizing your business for IoT, that is, if you haven't already begun. But what steps should you take to get there? Flexera's Eric Free offers four steps ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Jun 2018
How IoT is changing the future of the retail industry
The retail landscape is getting a makeover thanks to the internet of things. Mindinventory's Mehul Rajput discusses six benefits of IoT in retail. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Jun 2018
Data: Its value and its consequences
Data sharing is generally a touted benefit of IoT, but when you pull privacy regulations, anonymization and the utility of the IoT data into the mix, says Red Hat's Gordon Haff, we're facing ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Jun 2018
IoT data: Giving new definition to 'data-driven' marketing
With high-octane, real-time data collection, IoT devices are helping change the definition of data-driven marketing. Esurance's Haden Kirkpatrick explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Jun 2018
Echoes of Facebook: Edge computing to protect privacy
Edge processing is here to turn the cloud model on its head, says Clearblade's Aaron Allsbrook. Learn how edge computing can help keep data local -- and safe. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Jun 2018
AI will crown the world's first trillion-dollar company
It will not be long before we meet new billionaires sprouting from the AI and IoT communities as the technology advances and generates mountains of useful data, says Dogtown Media's Marc Fischer. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 May 2018
Connecting the dots between IoT and customer experience
If you haven't already, consider integrating IoT into your customer experience, says Mitel's Bob Agnes, but be sure to find the right balance between using the technology and adding a human touch. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 May 2018
The five biggest takeaways from IoT's biggest show of the year
Splunk's Erick Dean offers his five biggest takeaways from the 'World's Largest Industrial Fair" -- Hannover Messe, from machine data's impact to the need for smart analytics. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 May 2018
How enterprises can get more out of their IoT
There are numerous benefits of adopting IoT, but doing so without a sound plan often ends in disaster. Software AG's Bernd Gross offers three steps to successfully implement enterprise IoT. 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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Feature
14 May 2018
Hyperledger Sawtooth: Blockchain for the enterprise
Hyperledger Sawtooth, an open source blockchain platform, is designed to help enterprises build distributed ledger applications and networks -- but it's also of interest for IoT applications. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 May 2018
Blockchain could hold the keys to the IoT's future
Is blockchain the answer to managing IoT security issues and the deluge of incoming IoT data? Canonical's Jamie Bennett discusses the partnership of IoT and blockchain. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 May 2018
Ready or not, the IoT data marketplace is on its way
IOTA Foundation launched a proof-of-concept IoT data marketplace that runs on 'tangle,' a blockless distributed ledger architecture. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 May 2018
Analytics as a key enabler for a sustainable enterprise IoT ecosystem
To reap the rewards of an enterprise IoT ecosystem, says Marlabs' Jojith Rajan, analytics paired with artificial intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics and digital twins are critical. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
03 May 2018
Diversity of data: The key to secure 3D face authentication
SensibleVision's George Brostoff recommends organizations focus on quality and diversity of data rather than just the size of the database for successful, secure 3D face authentication. Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
AI-for-IT-operations tools map Vegas systems to Oracle ERP
Mapping IoT activity and other IT data to Oracle ERP is the task Las Vegas set for FixStream's AIOps platform in an effort to quickly find the source of IT problems. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
At OSIsoft PI World, IT/OT convergence a hot topic
Building IoT connectivity with a PI Server across multiple plants to improve analytics and efficiency is a great goal, but achieving it isn't without its challenges, as evidenced at OSIsoft PI World 2018. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Apr 2018
The great IoT data ownership debate
IoT is all about the data, but who owns that data? A panel at MIT Connected Things took a look at this question and found it was a tricky one to answer. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Apr 2018
The role of IoT and data analytics in equipment wellness
There are scores of approaches to achieving exceptional customer experience, says ServiceChannel's Hugues Meyrath, with the application of IoT and data analytics being a key one. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Apr 2018
The rise of big data in fleet management
Fleet vehicles and managers, get ready for an upgrade. Jooycar's María Paz Gillet Martín explains three ways big data and IoT are affecting fleet management. 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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News
17 Apr 2018
Teradata applies time series analytics tools to IoT data
Data warehouse pioneer Teradata looks to ease IoT data analysis with capabilities that address skills gaps on time series analytics techniques, which are coming more to the fore. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2018
IoT finds a home in RPA technology
The automated nature of IoT makes it a perfect mate for RPA software, helping companies streamline processes and reduce human error, among other benefits. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Apr 2018
Where the rubber meets the road: Blockchain, AI and automobiles
When you combine blockchain, AI and automobiles, an auditable 'time chain of events' can be recorded. FICO's Scott Zoldi discusses the uses and benefits. 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
04 Apr 2018
Innovative, unheard of use cases of streaming analytics
Nexsoftsys' James Warner discusses three use cases where streaming analytics has a bright future, but has not quite taken off yet. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Apr 2018
Collaborative innovation in IoT: From vision ambiguity to mission clarity
What are the success factors that will further drive the growth and lead to faster adoption of IoT? One key factor is collaborative innovation, says Huawei's Medhat Mahmoud. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Apr 2018
From mono to micro: Paving the way to IoT
Microservices play a critical role in IoT, explains LeanIX's André Christ, providing the flexibility needed to capture, process and manage massive volumes of IoT data. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Apr 2018
Preventing IoT data waste with the intelligent edge
Nearly 99% of all IoT data collected is wasted – but why? HarperDB's Stephen Goldberg explains why the data management industry must transform to solve the problem. 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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Blog Post
28 Mar 2018
Why cities must get smart about IoT
Smart cities, says ClearBlade's Aaron Allsbrook, can enable ecosystems, entice technology pioneers and provide gravitational pull for diverse arts and ethnic communities. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Mar 2018
Smart homes, IoT and the customer experience
IoT-enabled home devices and sensors generate valuable insights for consumers, says Earth Networks' Amena Ali. Here are three key outcomes of IoT improving customer experience. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Mar 2018
The citizen data scientist comes of age
Organizations today need data scientists to analyze the business intelligence provided by IoT data. However, as TIBCO's Mark Palmer explains, more people need to become stats-savvy to benefit. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2018
How AI and IoT will interact
To create a world of seamless exchange between people, networks, devices and applications, IoT in concert with AI is critical, says Tata Communications' Tim Sherwood. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2018
What IoT and big data mean for car safety technology
As connected car technology advances, so will the safety features for vehicles. Here is how IoT and big data are changing vehicle safety and what we can expect for the future. 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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Blog Post
16 Mar 2018
Creating value from joined-up IoT data
To get greater value from the IoT data gathered, smart cities will have to transition from a data exchange to a data marketplace, says More With Mobile's Ken Figueredo. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Mar 2018
Smart video surveillance delivers actionable insights
Surveillance isn't just about security any longer, says Western Digital's Chris Bergey, it's about extracting value and intelligence, making smart video a reality. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Mar 2018
Introducing authentic AI: Making artificial intelligence effective
Voyager Labs' Jay Klein offers pointers to systematically assess and evaluate AI-based products and technologies to ensure their authenticity and therefore effectiveness in specific use cases. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Mar 2018
How IoT is changing insurance
Thanks to IoT, the insurance industry is revolutionizing how it assesses risks and pricing to a model based on real-life data. Jooycar's María Paz Gillet Martín explains. 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
05 Mar 2018
The future of fixing: What field service means for us in the next 50 years
The internet of things is changing how machines run and are serviced – but what does it mean for the field service technicians doing the fixing? ServiceMax's Athani Krishna discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Feb 2018
Making the case for healthcare IoT: Is it necessary?
A standardized and connected ecosystem can provide easy and seamless access to one critical industry: healthcare. Zephyr Health's William King outlines three critical value drivers of healthcare IoT. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Feb 2018
The Augmented Age: A time of great possibilities
Venuetize's Nimish Shrivastava explains how the Augmented Age is leading to new ways of experiencing and engaging with smart spaces, as well as opportunities for the people managing these spaces. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Feb 2018
Clouds can't save our oceans, we need an edge
Edge computing is rapidly being recognized as a necessity for implementing several industrial IoT use cases, explains MapR Technologies' Will Ochandarena. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Feb 2018
Putting the IoT cart before the horse
What is the ultimate holy grail of IoT-driven business value, and can IoT platforms deliver on this value? Hitachi Consulting's Rajesh Devnani discusses. 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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Blog Post
09 Feb 2018
Five IoT trends to remain relevant in 2018
MobiDev's Serge Koba outlines five key IoT trends will remain relevant throughout 2018 for developers and business owners alike. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Feb 2018
IoT is revolutionizing natural disaster prediction
While natural disasters are outside the control of humans, IoT is being used to minimize the adversity resulting from natural occurrences and save lives. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jan 2018
Smart manufacturing and IoT: Driving operational efficiency with real-time insights
Insights gleaned from IoT data are changing business models, and no other sector has been impacted by the IoT transformation more than manufacturing. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jan 2018
The enterprise of things is not secure!
Companies deploying the enterprise of things must plan for the long term, and long-term security will be one of the biggest challenges EoT faces. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Jan 2018
Demystifying machine learning: How do machines really learn?
Machine learning is a hot topic nowadays. Mark Troester of Progress explains how machines learn, and how it may impact your AI and machine learning strategies. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jan 2018
The data platform is key to connected cars and the internet of automotive things
The success of connected and autonomous cars requires a fundamental shift in the data platforms used to support them. MapR's Crystal Valentine discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jan 2018
Three ways to drive IoT monetization with connected cars
Many consumer IoT companies have struggled to monetize their offerings as effectively as their industrial IoT peers, but connected cars have found the exception. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Jan 2018
IoT in 2018: Reality checks and real-world applications
Sage's Klaus-Michael Vogelberg offers three key IoT megatrends to watch for over the next year and beyond. Continue Reading
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Podcast
23 Jan 2018
How AI and IoT will influence data management in 2018
AI and IoT will alter the data management landscape in 2018, according to analyst James Kobielus. AI will need regular updates, and DevOps will become more prevalent as a result. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Jan 2018
How machine learning streamlines location data with the Kalman filter
LogiNext's Manisha Raisinghani explains how machine learning and the Kalman filter helped the company improve the accuracy of location data. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Jan 2018
Why you need to design for analytics to succeed at IoT
Timely, reliable, accessible, trustworthy analytics is the future battlefield on which IoT wars will ultimately be won or lost. 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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Blog Post
11 Jan 2018
Enterprise IoT innovation labs are killing connected product success
Connected products and IoT systems require much more than a centralized innovation lab can deliver. BrightWolf's James Branigan explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2018
Turnkey IoT: Balancing customizability and ease of implementation
Robert Schmid of Deloitte Consulting explains how turnkey IoT offers a customized IoT solution with ease of implementation -- the best of both worlds. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Jan 2018
Securing businesses in the digital economy
The combination of IoT data, mobile data and big data has created a large, attractive data footprint for hackers. Get help securing your digital business. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Jan 2018
Addressing the fundamental challenges to IoT data management
Striim CTO Steve Wilkes discusses the three primary challenges of IoT data management and the importance of a streaming-first architecture. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 May 2017
The pros and cons of pull and push models for processing IoT data
When deciding on a "pull" or "push" IoT data flow model, be sure to match the pros and cons of each to your organization's overall goals. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
03 Apr 2017
IoT: Turning data into information and knowledge
Don't confuse data with information. Data, by itself, isn't necessarily useable. The power of IoT is its ability to gather and synthesize data. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Mar 2017
Top five benefits of real-time business intelligence for utilities
Explore the top five benefits of real-time business intelligence for utility companies, from optimizing asset performance to boosting customer satisfaction. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Dec 2016
Real-time data management will be the keystone of IoT
While consumer-grade internet of things devices are hogging the limelight, it will be in real-time data management where the value of IoT lies. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Dec 2016
Internet of People (IoP): The next frontier for IoT
The Internet of People (IoP) is not just more sensor data, but it is a learning process or a study of how people interact with sensor data. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Oct 2016
The internet of things is in your future - the law says so!
Moore's Law and Metcalfe's Law planted the seeds for the internet of things decades ago, illustrating and helping to predict potential for IoT. Continue Reading