IoT refers to the expanding system of smart devices integrated with connectivity, digital components, and internet access that allows them to collect and exchange information.
Including smart thermostats and health monitoring devices to factory automation and connected city systems, IoT is revolutionizing how people use the the world around us.
A particularly valuable deployments of IoT is in manufacturing environments. Industrial IoT platforms enable industrial operators to observe equipment condition in real time, anticipate service requirements proactively before problems arise, and enhance operational performance.
Device security is one of the biggest problems in connected device deployments. Most consumer IoT devices are developed with inadequate protection built in. Factory passwords, unencrypted communications, and absent firmware patches leave significant risks.
The future of the Internet of Things promises to be incredibly promising. As 5G networks mature and on-device intelligence capabilities advance, connected things will become more intelligent, faster, and better connected into everyday workflows.