IoT APIs, Applications and Software
Learn about working with IoT and APIs, apps and software, including API gateways and management, application platforms and tools, and software engineering, development and testing.
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Tip
26 Jun 2023
6 IoT architecture layers and components explained
Having a clearly defined IoT architecture framework greatly improves the chances for success of an enterprise's connected deployment. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Mar 2022
8 IoT SaaS platform providers help streamline adoption
IoT SaaS providers help simplify the complexity and expense of deploying IoT by offering platforms with features such as scalability, real-time data capture and machine learning. 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
10 Apr 2018
IoT in e-commerce logistics: Where's the money? Part 3
The opportunities of IoT in e-commerce logistics are unlimited. Aankhen's Subhash Chowdary explains, offering examples of success and an IoT case study. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Apr 2018
Computer vision holds the key to disrupting TV advertising space
The TV industry needs to move toward personalized, targeted real-time advertising and abandon the traditional way of gathering viewer analytics. EyeSight's Ran Baror explains how. 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
03 Apr 2018
The anatomy of a smart app
How do you make IoT technology development manageable? Mendix's Johan den Haan says the answer lies in adopting a platform approach with an additional model-driven platform layer. 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
30 Mar 2018
In-motion 3D face authentication: A new set of digital eyes to keep you safe
The next wave of biometrics is here. The combination of AI-software and 3D cameras, says SensibleVision's George Brostoff, is ready to revolutionize public safety and security. 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
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
23 Mar 2018
Could smart roads mean no potholes?
As we have seen with a number of use cases, IoT and digitization makes way to endless opportunities -- so why not apply our learnings to infrastructure? Infor's Guy Courtin discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Mar 2018
Artificial intelligence at work in the workplace
AI is making inroads in the workplace. Broadsoft's Scott Hoffpauir offers a clear-eyed look at what AI is and how it can be put to work today. 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
19 Mar 2018
Use application performance monitoring to gain end-to-end IoT visibility
The interconnected nature of IoT devices, mobile apps, web apps and back-end services makes it a natural fit for APM technologies, says AppDynamics' Jonah Kowall. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Mar 2018
'4D printing' is the catchphrase, programmable materials the newsmakers
4D printing may be years off, but applications of programmable materials are already stealing the spotlight. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Mar 2018
CES 2018: The five words I heard most frequently
People Power's Stuart Sikes offers the five words he heard most frequently at CES 2018, from AI to robots, which created conversations among conference attendees. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Mar 2018
The white knights of IoT platforms
Over the past few years, a number of IoT platforms have been acquired by larger companies, essentially becoming white knights to startups. OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto discusses. 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
12 Mar 2018
Reimagining blockchain for the supply chain
Though blockchain was first envisaged for cryptocurrencies, it's finding its place in many other areas – including the supply chain, says Shan M. of Happiest Minds Technologies. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Mar 2018
Four keys to successful IoT product software: Using a co-development approach
Deploying successful IoT software is much like building a house; it requires coordination and prioritization. IPS's Danny Aponte offers four steps to creating successful IoT software. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Mar 2018
Wearables at work: Why enterprise usage is outshining consumer usage
Wearable devices aren't just a consumer fad -- they're making inroads in the enterprise, improving worker safety and resiliency, says Borqs Technologies' George Thangadurai. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Mar 2018
What is the real state of IoT gateways?
Intelligent gateways are a valuable addition to the IoT ecosystem, but how to deploy them -- and when not to -- is not yet widely understood. Aricent's Ben Pietrabella discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Mar 2018
How to get started with IoT when there's so little standardization
While launching an enterprise IoT project in a market of little standardization may seem daunting, Deloitte Consulting's Robert Schmid warns not to wait for a leader to emerge. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Mar 2018
My car just told me to stop texting and watch the road!
Thanks to the miniaturization of 3D cameras and increasingly powerful AI software, says Sensible Vision's George Brostoff, interaction between people and their cars will never be the same. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Mar 2018
Finding the killer IoT app: Why worry?
Companies are anxiously looking for the killer IoT app. But, according to OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto, the true killer IoT app doesn't exist. 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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Feature
05 Mar 2018
Applying smart building technology in multi-tenant properties
Today's tenants expect the benefits of smart buildings in their homes and at work. Yet deploying smart building technology to multi-tenant spaces isn't the easiest of tasks, regardless of the benefits. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Mar 2018
Java is the perfect match for internet of things apps
The rise of IoT and M2M ecosystems require a programming language that is easy to use across devices and platforms. TatvaSoft's Ritesh Mehta explains why Java is the perfect choice. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Feb 2018
AR/VR is changing the way enterprises do business -- ready to jump in?
Augmented reality and virtual reality technologies aren't just for gamers anymore. Harman's Andrew Till explains how AR/VR is changing the enterprise as we know it. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Feb 2018
A definitive list of top enterprise augmented reality trends
Upskill's Brian Ballard outlines the top five augmented reality trends for 2018, from improved AR accessibility for enterprises to the broad adoption of AR in service and logistics. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Feb 2018
How blockchain will enable pay-as-you-go insurance
Blockchain could revolutionize insurance for both the insurer and policyholder. Esurance's Haden Kirkpatrick explains. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Feb 2018
With help from DevOps, IoT initiatives get off the ground
There are a number of best practices from DevOps that IoT deployments can benefit from, especially around testing, data streams and architectures. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Feb 2018
Winning the voice wars: Making the human-machine interface work
The voice-driven world is coming. But to succeed, says TestPlant's Antony Edwards, the challenges facing the human-machine interface must be solved. 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
21 Feb 2018
How can midmarket manufacturers get started with IoT projects?
Learn how midmarket manufacturers can prosper from IoT and get tips on starting industrial IoT projects that lay the groundwork for IoT to use enterprise systems and transform business processes. 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
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
19 Feb 2018
IoT logistics moves from connected fleet to connected things
Roambee's Sanjay Sharma explains why taking a connected things approach to fleet management -- versus a connected fleet approach -- helps better track the health of shipments. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Feb 2018
IoT in 2017: Retrospective lessons from the field
Red Hat's James Kirkland looks back on IoT in 2017 and forward to IoT in the coming year, offering insights into why the future of IoT should be open source. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Feb 2018
Connecting AI and IoT with blockchain-based platforms
Blockchain-based platforms are emerging as one of many options to securely connect artificial intelligence with IoT at the network edge. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Feb 2018
CMOS sensor
A CMOS sensor is an electronic chip that converts photons to electrons. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
14 Feb 2018
Embedded vision in IoT
Vision is undoubtedly one of the most important human sensing abilities. Now, the use of embedded vision is helping devices, objects and things "see," analyze and interpret. 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
13 Feb 2018
Four tips to prototype your IoT product on a shoestring budget
For every hit IoT product, there are dozens of failures. Proper prototyping, while costly, can help developers judge viability and validate the product's market fit. Yeti's Tony Scherba discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Feb 2018
Digital twins can be the intelligent edge for IoT
We cannot overstate the importance digital twins will have for a number of industries, especially manufacturing installations and processes that need close interactions between machines and human. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Feb 2018
Six challenges facing blockchain and IoT convergence
While distributed ledger technology is in the spotlight, there are some challenges facing the convergence of blockchain and IoT. Kaleido Insights' Jessica Groopman discusses. 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
How IoT botnets affect the 'internet of money,' cryptocurrency
We know botnets can wreak havoc, but what about IoT botnets? And how will they affect cryptocurrencies? Nexsoftsys's James Warner discusses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Feb 2018
How IoT drives digital transformation
Digital transformation driven by IoT is highly beneficial -- and unavoidable if businesses want to remain competitive. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Feb 2018
The internet of things and SharePoint deliver business benefits
Microsoft's SharePoint remains an in-demand business platform for organizations all over the world. Combined it with IoT to reap even more benefits. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Feb 2018
Voice-controlled automation of logistics is now possible
The next phase of connectivity is here: voice-controlled automation. LogiNext's Manisha Raisinghai explains the benefits of voice in logistics. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Feb 2018
IoT is the key to sustainability, so what's holding it back?
There's an underutilized tool that can help create a sustainable future: IoT. Wipro's Jayraj Nair discusses steps companies can take towards a more sustainable, connected future. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Feb 2018
Habitap smart home management system connects Singapore residents
Built on Greenwave Systems' Axon platform, Philip Tang's Habitap smart home management system delivers connected services, including universal controls and single-app access to luxury services. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2018
Growth of open source adoption increases number of security vulnerabilities
An increase in open source code use inevitably leads to an increase in security issues. Insignary's TJ Kang explains the threat and how to counter it. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2018
Be careful of 'The Walking Dead' of IoT
To survive a potential technology apocalypse, companies today must be careful of 'The Walking Dead' of IoT. OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto explains. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jan 2018
IoT in 2018: To infinity and beyond!
What does IoT in 2018 hold for us? Infor's Guy Courtin offers insights into consumer IoT, the IoT and AI partnership, IoT privacy and more. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Jan 2018
Subscription and pay-per-use IoT revenue models
When it comes to IoT, monetization is key. Flexera's Eric Free explains the opportunities and challenges of subscription and pay-per-use IoT revenue models. 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
25 Jan 2018
When IoT puts the user last
When it comes to consumer IoT, it should be all about the user experience. Unfortunately, that isn't always the case, explains Red Hat's Gordon Haff. Continue Reading
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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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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
Five ways IoT is transforming the manufacturing industry
Hitachi Vantara's Greg Knieriemen discusses five ways IoT will permanently change the manufacturing for the better, from improved operational efficiency to improving safety. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Jan 2018
How AI is transforming customer experiences and the role of APIs
Artificial intelligence is transforming how businesses interact with their customers. Axway's Suraj Kumar explains the role of AI in CX and how APIs make it easier to adopt. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Jan 2018
Ubuntu Core: A secure open source OS for IoT
Canonical says easy over-the-air updates put its open source IoT OS ahead of the competition, but others tout its security, flexibility and scalability. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Jan 2018
The infinite struggle of testing IoT
Testing IoT isn't the easiest process. Sogeti's Tom van de Ven offers tips on how to approach it and create your IoT test strategy. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Jan 2018
Key considerations of AI, IoT and digital transformation
Mark Troester of Progress explores the convergence of today's digital trends -- AI, IoT and digital transformation -- and what it means for your business. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
11 Jan 2018
When will we all have a smart home?
2017 was not the year of the smart home. But it is one the IoT segments that will grow fastest during 2018, says Francisco Maroto of OIES Consulting. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
11 Jan 2018
Rise of the decentralized and distributed mesh computer
We're moving into an era of decentralized and distributed computing where everything computes together as if peer-to-peer nodes on a global mesh computer. 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
10 Jan 2018
How businesses can use the internet of things to save the environment
The exchange of ideas, expertise and data among people, organizations and governments could enable the corporate world to create more sustainable products and services. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Jan 2018
IoT to grow out of awkward adolescence in 2018 and other trends for the new year
It will be 2018 in which IoT grows up and offers true innovation. Infiswift's Arup Barat discusses this and more IoT trends for the coming year. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Jan 2018
Open source code recycling: Know your software supply chain
To ensure the security of open source code that has been recycled, customers must receive the most accurate software supply chain information. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2018
The IoT path of breakfast taco salsa, from farm to grocery store
James Brehm of James Brehm and Associates looks at the benefits of IoT in the supply chain as it applies to salsa, from farm to grocery store to your table. 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
08 Jan 2018
Smart medicine: Smart buildings driving smart healthcare outcomes
Tapping smart building and IoT connectivity can positively impact how hospitals operate and the experiences they offer for those who visit them. 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
05 Jan 2018
Digital twins: The final frontier of VR?
As more companies start implementing reality technology, it's only a matter of time before digital twins become more intricate and elaborate. 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
21 Dec 2017
AI toys: The new insider threat
Some of the coolest toys on kids' wish lists include AI capabilities. While fun, says empow's Avi Chesla, they present a number of security risks. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Dec 2017
IoT implementation in mind? Five critical factors you must consider
Saviant Consulting's Yatish Patel offers five factors, from security to interoperability, to consider for a successful enterprise IoT implementation. 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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Feature
20 Nov 2017
San Francisco smart city pilots aim to make streets safer
In San Francisco, smart city parking apps are already paying off, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving rider satisfaction. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Nov 2017
Augmented vs. artificial intelligence: What's the difference?
Artificial intelligence is a hot topic, but as BoldIQ's Roei Ganzarski notes, true AI doesn't exist today; what we're experiencing is augmented intelligence. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Nov 2017
NYC smart city projects focus on user experience, transportation
In NYC, smart city initiatives are all about the area's citizens, residents and tourists, with user experience a key consideration for success. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Sep 2017
Embedded security for IoT lies in the chip
Keeping resource-constrained devices safe isn't an easy task. Chipmakers and cryptography specialists are taking the matter of embedded security for IoT into their own hands. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Sep 2017
The importance of flexibility when selecting IoT technology
The fusion of energy management, security and convenience in IoT creates a tailored, personalized user experience, says Rob Martens of Allegion. In other words, it provides flexibility. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Aug 2017
Deep learning technologies evolving beyond human capacities
Artificial intelligence is growing at a rapid pace, going beyond the usual expectations from machines, able to recognize images and behavioral patterns. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Jul 2017
Smart farming: The future of agriculture
Many pressures are being placed on today's farmers. MOBI's Josh Garrett explains how IoT and smart farming is helping solve these challenges. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Jul 2017
Fighting pests with the internet of things
Pest control is an area where IoT isn't often considered, but should be according to infiswift chief commercial officer Arup Barat. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2017
IBM collaboration portfolio boosted by XCC acquisition
Analysts discuss IBM strengthening Connections by acquiring an intranet platform, Mitel's IoT and collaboration application, and the growing need for cloud-based security services. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 May 2017
Why IoT product design is not just the product team's job
Successful IoT product design must be a cross-functional effort spanning everyone from strategy to sales to support and beyond. 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
20 Apr 2017
The three tiers of a successful enterprise IoT system
The three tiers of the IoT technology stack -- sensors, gateways and the data center/cloud tier -- need to integrate and communicate with each other. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Apr 2017
Best design practices for IoT device iteration
These best design practices will help developers maximize the ability to update configurations or add new functionality after IoT devices leave the factory. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Apr 2017
Domino's Pizza IoT deployment delivers temp monitoring, food safety
Domino's Pizza franchises are putting IoT on the menu to automate manual processes, save costs and predict machine maintenance -- and to better focus on cranking out pizzas. 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
13 Mar 2017
The future of the IoT-enabled smart home
The IoT-enabled smart home of the future will use machine learning and artificial intelligence to run the dishwasher -- and end domestic violence. 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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Blog Post
21 Oct 2016
Making a smart home system smart: Why connectivity is not enough
A smart home system requires more than just internet connectivity to be considered smart. Learn the benefits of a system-level product design approach. Continue Reading