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• Moving edge computing applications from pilot to production

  Organizations must consider five key elements -- including scalability and upgrades -- before moving edge applications from pilot to production. Aikaan Labs' Chetan Kumar explains. Continue Reading

• Optimize the customer experience with intelligent automation

  Intelligent automation and IoT data work together to optimize information-intensive processes. Kofax's Chris Huff says these two pieces are key to creating a better customer experience. Continue Reading

• Overcome water and energy challenges with IoT

  Even though IoT inspires visions of smart lights, thermostats and other technology that requires less effort for users, Silicon Labs' Asem Elshimi asks IT pros to think of the greater good IoT can ... Continue Reading

• Stimulating growth in China's domestic IoT market

  Smart cities and connected vehicles are just two areas of rapid IoT growth in China. Yongjing Zhang discusses the state of the IoT market in China. Continue Reading

• Beyond smart cities: Driving social change with IoT and analytics

  A state government in India is taking a data-driven, pragmatic approach to solving grand human challenges. Hitachi Vantara's Justin Bean explains how governments around the world can learn from ... Continue Reading

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• How 5G, edge computing and IoT create the perfect storm

  Edge computing and 5G combine with the rapid expansion of IoT devices to open up a world of new possibilities. StorMagic's Bruce Kornfeld advises administrators to add 5G to their IoT plans now.Continue Reading

• High-productivity architecture creates a faster path to ROI for IIOT

  Organizations can improve their business process and solve problems faster with high-productivity platforms. Progress Software's Abhishek Tandon discusses.Continue Reading

• Machine learning tips to build a facial recognition tool

  Organizations must train their machine learning models to create real-world applications, such as facial recognition check-ins. Exadel's Jonathan Fries discusses the do's and don'ts of using ...Continue Reading

• IoT is fuel for the fourth Industrial Revolution

  The fourth Industrial Revolution is upon us. PwC's Mohamed Kande explains what this means for organizations and discusses strategies to solve business problems and create new opportunities.Continue Reading

• IoT investment has to begin now

  The IoT market will continue to see rapid growth for the next few years, so Kinetica's Nima Negahban advises that organizations take advantage of potential returns and invest in IoT now.Continue Reading

• 3 E's of AI: First an intro to ethical artificial intelligence

  Any data scientist would want to remove bias from their machine learning model. FICO's Scott Zoldi reminds organizations that it's easy to forget biases can be imputed from the confounding variables.Continue Reading

• IoT PCB microelectronics manufacturing calls for intricate tools

  Advancements in microelectronics have given manufacturers the ability to shrink IoT printed circuit boards even more. NexLogic's Zulki Khan discusses how laser microscopes can inspect miniature PCBs.Continue Reading

• Top enterprise IoT initiatives that bring deployment success

  Practice makes perfect when it comes to successful IoT deployments, but completing initiatives in the right order will lead to greater revenue, money saved and improved processes.Continue Reading

• How IoT empowers GPS tracking technology

  IoT technology has enhanced GPS tracking for transportation and improving consumer's daily lives. Rewire Security's Ekim Sarbardak explores the potential of IoT-enabled tracking.Continue Reading

• The future of mixed reality across industries

  Augmented reality and mixed reality technology can transform troubleshooting and learning in all industries. ThirdEye Gen's Nick Cherukuri explains its potential uses.Continue Reading

• Data transfers present an escalating challenge for IoT deployments

  Organizations must find more efficient ways to process data as the number of edge IoT devices increases. Canonical's Tom Canning explains how snap deltas work to reduce the size of data transfers.Continue Reading

• Long-range wireless power will upgrade smart device services

  Long-range wireless power will make vendors rethink their installation and maintenance services to avoid expenses from sending a technician for a simple fix. Wi-Charge's Ori Mor discusses.Continue Reading

• Smart devices should drive processing power to the network edge

  Smart devices have changed the way that consumers live, but the technology has the greatest potential at the edge of industrial organizations, Stratus Technologies' Jason Andersen explains.Continue Reading

• Smart healthcare in the IoT era

  IoT devices have the potential to make healthcare safer with low range and low power technology. Semtech's Marc Pégulu explains two situations where LoRa devices could improve the industry.Continue Reading

• Take your IoT deployment from idea to success

  IoT implementation can intimidate even the most veteran IT pros because of its rapid expansion and constant change. Vodafone Americas' Ludovico Fassati discusses key strategies for success.Continue Reading

• Security controls must keep pace with internet-connected devices

  The exponential growth of interconnected devices makes balancing safety and innovation challenging, but deception technology and patch management, advises Attivo Networks' Carolyn Crandall, can ...Continue Reading

• IoT brings hotel guests closer to home away from home

  Hotel operators can build a more personalized experience for guests through IoT connectivity -- and guests expect it. Akamai Technologies' Brian Apley discusses the benefits of connected rooms.Continue Reading

• What we can expect to see from edge computing in IoT in the coming years

  Edge computing could generate more than half of all organization-generated data within the next few years. Actian's Lewis Carr speculates on the changes edge computing will spur in IoT.Continue Reading

• Top 3 secrets to enterprise IoT project success from industry titans

  Following a series of panels with technology leaders, Equinix's Chiaren Cushing outlines the top recurring IoT themes to help enterprises ensure the success of their connected projects.Continue Reading

• Software development kits drive healthcare technology and competition

  Large healthcare tech organizations must jump on the software development kit bandwagon if they want to stay relevant in the market. VivaLNK's Jiang Li discusses the growing trend.Continue Reading

• IoT is a game changer for home service and repair companies

  Smart home devices will reshape the way small home service companies plan appliance repair. Jobber's Shawn Cadeau identifies three expectations that smart homeowners will have from their connected ...Continue Reading

• When your digital transformation isn't transformative enough

  A successful digital transformation project requires active work from everyone in an organization, from IT pros to employees. Pivot3's Bruce Milne discusses strategies to keep momentum.Continue Reading

• Artificial intelligence is devouring the internet of things

  Is the IoT age over? Will AI consume IoT altogether? After attending a conference in London, OIES Consulting's Francisco Maroto discusses the reality of IoT and AI in the conference scene.Continue Reading

• What does real robotic process automation look like?

  Real robotic process automation is complex and misunderstood, and often confused with imitators, such as robotic desktop automation. Blue Prism's Pat Geary cuts through the hypes and provides ...Continue Reading

• An in-depth look at IoT and AI

  Discover the benefits of AI and IoT, best practices for deploying the combo at the network edge and how blockchain might be the secure connection between the two techs.Continue Reading

• AI in IoT elevates data analysis to the next level

  As IoT devices voraciously gather data, many companies are unprepared to take it all in. Deploying AI in IoT systems can make a profound difference when sorting through data.Continue Reading

• Getting started in enterprise IoT: Six tricks for solving the puzzle

  At the outset of any enterprise IoT project, advises Avnet's Lou Lutostanski, be sure to have a tripartite focus on people, systems and goals. Then dig in deeper and follow these six planning and ...Continue Reading

• iBeacon

  iBeacon is a small-scale network device that uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and acts as a transmitter to detect and track smartphones.Continue Reading

• Nest Labs

  Nest Labs was a home automation specialist company that produced programmable Wi-Fi-enabled products that can be remotely controlled through a Web service or an associated smart home app.Continue Reading

• 4 ways IoT innovation can transform the utilities industry

  The internet of things is bringing new tech into traditional industries. Here, Akamai Technologies' Mark Ingerman outlines four use cases of IoT transforming the way utilities operate and provide ...Continue Reading

• Greater IoT connectivity and the future of work

  IoT is creating a connective tissue unlike any we've ever seen. What does it mean for the future of work? Infor Retail's Guy Courtin discusses the impact hyperconnectivity will have, any why the ...Continue Reading

• gateway

  A gateway is a network node used in telecommunications that connects two networks with different transmission protocols together.Continue Reading

• From IoT architecture to IoT deployment: Key elements for success

  To ensure a successful enterprise IoT deployment, there are four key elements to consider during planning and implementation. KORE's Sunder Somasundaram outlines the elements and offers best ...Continue Reading

• With 5G, mature applications are destined to be dumb

  As 5G makes inroads in the enterprise, many mature applications' brains will move to the cloud. AppDynamics' AJ Jindal outlines three challenges of 'dumb' mature apps, and how enterprises can ...Continue Reading

• Mitigate IoT security risks with a strong defense strategy

  Whether you've deployed them or not, IoT devices are on your network, potentially creating vulnerabilities. Learn how to avoid IoT security issues before they hit.Continue Reading

• How IoT is fortifying the agricultural industry

  Precision agriculture and smart farming are achanging the way farmers and herders manage their crops and animals, enabling them to improve processes and boost profits. Biz4Intellia's Sanjeev Verma ...Continue Reading

• What are examples of successful immersive virtual reality use cases?

  Many virtual reality use cases revolve around entertainment. However, immersive virtual reality is making inroads in healthcare and training, IEEE member Todd Richmond says.Continue Reading

• Investing in IoT applications: All you need to know

  Applications based on IoT are benefiting all types of businesses. Integrating the system, your company can enhance brand loyalty and customer satisfaction. Mindinventory's Mehul Rajput discusses.Continue Reading

• What is an IoT system? A 3-point checklist

  What exactly is an IoT system? One that is smart, intelligent and nondeterministic? IoTItaly's Alex Bassi takes a deep dive into what IoT is, and is not, drawing three major conclusions to properly ...Continue Reading

• What are examples of augmented reality overlays?

  An augmented reality overlay can benefit any industry. However, to do so, IEEE member Todd Richmond says, the experience must be well done.Continue Reading

• Why IoT and chatbots are critical to mobile apps

  IoT and chatbots require mobile apps to be successful. 360 Degree Technosoft's Pratik Kanada outlines why IoT and chatbots need mobile apps and vice versa.Continue Reading

• When lackluster analytics threaten dinner plans -- and more

  Real-time and edge analytics offer the insight users are looking for at the exact moment they need them. But as Vertica's Joy King explains, not all IoT analytics are created equal.Continue Reading

• remote sensing

  Remote sensing is the use of various technologies to make observations and measurements at a target that is usually at a distance or scale beyond those observable to the naked eye.Continue Reading

• How IoT affects police investigations

  The internet of things can provide critical insight for police investigations. Hyperlink InfoSystem's Harnil Oza explains how, as well as the role businesses must play to ensure successful ...Continue Reading

• Perfect timing: IoT and the confluence of technologies

  Six of the hottest technologies are evolving in tandem, complementing each other to transform the world and the future. Zenith System Solutions' Neeraj Kumar discusses their potential.Continue Reading

• Seven use cases of IoT for sustainability

  The internet of things is an integral component of any corporate sustainability model, helping businesses conserve resources and save money. Here are seven examples to consider.Continue Reading

• Are time series databases the key to handling the IoT data deluge?

  The exponential growth of IoT devices and the data they create is presenting a major challenge for database management. InfluxData's David Simmons explains how a time series database can help.Continue Reading

• Industrial IoT design insights: Five factors to consider

  When deploying an industrial IoT system, security is critical and downtime is unacceptable. IPS' Mitch Maiman outlines five critical things to consider in the life-or-death IIoT space.Continue Reading

• IoT for smarter cities: Lessons learned from around the globe

  Smart cities help municipalities effectively deploy resources, increase sustainability and preserve energy. CentralSquare Technologies' Tom Amburgey outlines two smart city deployments using IoT to ...Continue Reading

• An IoT maturity model and tips for IoT deployment success

  Ready to tread an IoT path? Get help from those who have benefitted from IoT before with this IoT maturity model roadmap with tips for success.Continue Reading

• Securing the 'M' in IoMT to ensure patient safety

  Connected medical devices cannot be secured properly by traditional IT security systems or even generic IoT cybersecurity approaches. Cynerio's Leon Lerman discusses why an extra level of ...Continue Reading

• Combining IoT with the power of blockchain to get over the logistics hurdles

  From hefty delays to IT failures, risks are unabating for logistics firms. Atlas City's Chris Justice reveals how IoT and blockchain can help.Continue Reading

• Where can we see internet of nano-things applications?

  Nanotechnology in IoT -- sensors, antennas and devices -- are all around us at work and at home, even if you can't see them, says IEEE member Saumya Sharma.Continue Reading

• How hybrid IT and 5G are enabling smart cities

  Smart cities have the potential to boost the economy, conserve energy and resources, and support next-generation citizens. To get there, says Vertiv's Martin Olsen, hybrid IT and 5G will be key ...Continue Reading

• intranet of things

  An intranet of things is a closed network that includes smart sensors and actuators.Continue Reading

• Investing wisely in digital security measures

  Device security isn't a new topic, but with the growing number of IoT devices, it is one that needs to be revisited. Keyfactor's Kevin von Keyserling explains why finding dollars for digital ...Continue Reading

• Smart robots take companies from 'business as usual' to 'work like tomorrow'

  Smart robots that combine robotic process automation, AI and machine learning can automate mundane tasks, says Kofax's Chris Huff, allowing human workers to add context, insight and intuition to ...Continue Reading

• The new standard for IoT security

  When adopting a wireless sensor network to accommodate IoT, it is critical to also adopt a proper IoT data security strategy. Very Good Security's Mahmoud Abdelkader explains what to look for.Continue Reading

• How to jump-start telco's IoT business despite legacy BSS

  Many telcos are operating with legacy BSSes that cannot support growing IoT services. However, that shouldn't hold them back. Huawei's Vishal Augustine explains how to build telco IoT services on a ...Continue Reading

• How to avoid IoT pilot purgatory

  Bsquare's Dave McCarthy identifies the top reasons IoT pilots get stuck in purgatory and offers signs to look for to ensure your IoT deployment goes as smoothly and successfully as possible.Continue Reading

• Introducing HealthOps: When DevOps meets connected healthcare

  The digitization of healthcare, combined with connected devices and DevOps principles, creates a new wave of patient care. CyberMDX's Safi Oranski discusses why the future of healthcare is ...Continue Reading

• IoT security: Decisive action is needed

  As IoT adoption soars, so too does the potential for security vulnerabilities. Will the government step in with IoT security regulations? Canonical's Eric Jensen discusses why action must be taken ...Continue Reading

• Prioritizing the IoT device's security posture in 2019

  Testing is a critical component of securing IoT devices. Spirent's Stephen Douglas offers three simple rules to starting enterprise IoT device testing and explores why a holistic approach is key.Continue Reading

• We can see clearly now: The value of supply chain visibility

  You don't need to reinvent the wheel to achieve supply chain visibility. CalAmp's Michael Burdiek explains why connecting systems is key to success.Continue Reading

• Time to get prepared for IoT security issues

  If you don't have a strategy to cope with IoT security issues yet, what are you waiting for? With billions of connected devices around the globe, there's no time to waste.Continue Reading

• Best practices to overcome an IoT security challenge

  The internet of things poses numerous security challenges, but with the proper preparation and tools, your enterprise can mitigate the threats.Continue Reading

• Evolution of consumer IoT: 2019 forecast from WEF's annual meeting

  Evrythng's Niall Murphy outlines five key trends about consumer IoT product brands that came out of discussions at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting.Continue Reading

• Virtual and augmented reality experiences: Casual or dedicated?

  When designing virtual or augmented reality experiences, there are two classes to consider. IEEE member Todd Richmond discusses the differences between them.Continue Reading

• IIoT adoption: What's on the horizon?

  Figuring out ways to help companies digitize data that is being collected across the globe is a great first step in helping companies begin their industrial IoT journey. Learn more about IIoT ...Continue Reading

• Future of the automotive industry: IoT-enabled cars

  Consumers and the automotive industry as a whole have seven major needs to consider before IoT-enabled cars can become a reality. XongoLab Technologies' Ankit Patel discusses.Continue Reading

• How to construct an effective smart building architecture

  While buildings are physically erected from the ground up, an IoT smart building is most effective when constructed from the top-down.Continue Reading

• Mind the IoT gap: Interoperability is key

  A digital transformation requires data. However, that data is also often the roadblock to success. OSIsoft's Richard Beeson outlines why inding the IoT gap starts with breaking down silos and ...Continue Reading

• IoT in sports: Can we use tech to create superfans?

  To overcome declining ticket sales and rival the in-home viewing experience, smart stadiums are adopting IoT technology to revolutionize the fan experience – and also fine-tine player performance. ...Continue Reading

• How do VIoT, SDR and cognitive radio aid connected car technology?

  Connected car technology relies on situational awareness, which relies on proper wireless configuration. Vehicular IoT, SDR and cognitive radio are key pieces of the equation.Continue Reading

• The drone-powered solution: The sky's the limit

  Unmanned aerial vehicles, aka drones, are becoming crucial elements in IoT environments, especially in industrial, agriculture and mining scenarios. Deloitte Digital's Robert Schmid discusses.Continue Reading

• Why outsource R&D in IoT application development

  Outsourcing R&D for IoT application development is a growing trend. BairesDev's Nacho de Marco discusses why R&D in IoT app development outsourcing is important and offers steps to success.Continue Reading

• Why Android is the main driving force of IoT

  Android has become a major driving force behind the internet of things. Hyperlink InfoSystem's Harnil Oza outlines the part Android has to play in the IoT ecosystem.Continue Reading

• The hidden dangers of IoT devices

  As the number of IoT devices increases, so too does the number of security threats users face. Richard van Hooijdonk discusses the IoT threats, how governments are stepping in and steps users and ...Continue Reading

• smart manufacturing (SM)

  Smart manufacturing (SM) is a technology-driven approach that utilizes Internet-connected machinery to monitor the production process. The goal of SM is to identify opportunities for automating operations and use data analytics to improve ...Continue Reading

• What are the benefits of smart farming systems?

  Precision farming systems can improve the quality and yields of food produced, IEEE senior member Shawn Chandler says, as well as free up farmers' time to spend on more pressing issues.Continue Reading

• IoT in business: Deploy a successful connected enterprise

  The promises of IoT are plentiful, but jumping into a project without knowledge of the IoT business ecosystem could be disastrous. Find your enterprise's path to success.Continue Reading

• An IoT DIYer's story of managing Type 1 diabetes

  After his daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, PubNub's Jeremy Pollock decided to conjure a DIY IoT project to monitor her health in real time. Learn more about the process.Continue Reading

• How do V2X communications help connected cars share information?

  Connected car communications help safely operate autonomous vehicles. IEEE senior member Alexander Wyglinski discusses the options available.Continue Reading

• ICIP IoT training: IoT digital twins

  In this podcast lesson, ICIP instructor Bruce Sinclair provides an example of a digital twin in IoT and explores how to construct a digital twin for any connected part, product, system or environment.Continue Reading

• Sensors in autonomous mobile robots for localization and navigation

  Sensors come in all different shapes and sizes, measuring parameters of autonomous mobile robots and their environments. Persistent Systems' Sachin Kurlekar discusses the types of sensors and their ...Continue Reading

• How IoT and 5G are improving remote patient monitoring

  The promise of remote patient monitoring is often hindered by a patient's inability to use up-to-date devices in areas with proper connectivity. Clarify360's Michael Jordan explains how IoT and 5G ...Continue Reading

• What are the advantages of a smart irrigation system?

  Smart irrigation systems are integral to saving water and improving efficiency. IEEE senior member Shawn Chandler explains how.Continue Reading

• What does connected RPA look like?

  Robotic process automation is rapidly advancing into connected RPA which, explains Blue Prism's Pat Geary, is set to become a new way for organizations to drive collaboration and digital ...Continue Reading

• The future of IoT in the video game industry

  What does IoT have to do with the video game industry? Playgroundz's Michael Yum outlines IoT's impact on the gaming industry now and in the future.Continue Reading

• Smart biometric template storage often requires a hybrid approach

  The use of biometrics for authentication and identification will only grow, but keeping that personally identifiable data safe is another challenge. SensibleVision's George Brostoff explains how a ...Continue Reading

• Securing IoT edge infrastructure and mitigating risk

  Securing IoT edge infrastructure requires careful planning and execution. Rigado's Justin Rigling outlines the threats to look for at the IoT edge and measures to take to mitigate those threats.Continue Reading

• wearable computer

  A wearable computer is any small technological device capable of storing and processing data that can be worn on the body.Continue Reading

• How do we build an augmented and virtual reality business plan?

  Augmented and virtual reality is cutting edge, but that shouldn't be your sole reason to deploy it. IEEE member Todd Richmond outlines three principles for design in AR/VR planning.Continue Reading

• Linking up with the Joneses: Creating true neighborhood connectivity

  Imagine the focus of IoT shifting from one person's smart home to a model of true neighborhood connectivity. EPAM Continuum's Eric Bogner takes a look at the possibilities and benefits.Continue Reading

• Cisco IoT platform gets partner authorization program

  Cisco has launched an IoT partner authorization program and associated training to help channel companies establish their credibility as providers of this emerging technology.Continue Reading