IoT describes the interconnected ecosystem of smart devices equipped with connectivity, software, and network access that allows them to gather and transmit data.
Ranging from smart thermostats and wearable fitness trackers to manufacturing equipment and urban technology, connected devices is revolutionizing how society use the the world around us.
A particularly significant deployments of sensor networks is in manufacturing contexts. Industrial IoT platforms enable factories to track assets performance in live, predict maintenance needs proactively before problems arise, and optimize operational performance.
IoT security is one of the most pressing concerns in connected device deployments. Most consumer IoT devices were built with limited security in mind. Factory authentication settings, unencrypted data transmission, and absent vulnerability fixes leave significant risks.
The future of IoT promises to be incredibly promising. With faster connectivity mature and local processing maturity advance, connected things will be capable of being more intelligent, faster, and more deeply embedded into business operations.