Enterprise Internet of Things (IoT)

The internet of things, or IoT, is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or people that are provided with unique identifiers (UIDs) and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction.. See complete definition.

June 16, 2021 16 Jun'21
Senators push Amazon, Google on connected IoT device market

During a Senate subcommittee antitrust hearing, Amazon and Google claimed to be making their connected IoT devices more interoperable. Others disagreed.
March 04, 2021 04 Mar'21
Edge AI brings new uses to IoT devices

A Lenovo executive describes AI at the edge, highlighting how this rapidly advancing technology unlocks new automations and capabilities within IoT devices.
December 11, 2020 11 Dec'20
Understand the IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act, now law

Federal action through the IoT Cybersecurity Improvement law aims to create more security in the U.S. government's IoT infrastructure, but it could boost security across all sectors.
December 23, 2019 23 Dec'19
Connected medical devices experts highlight IoT remote monitoring

Medical technology manufacturers were one of the early adopters of IIoT, but that doesn't mean manufacturers know how to get started with IoT remote monitoring.

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Achieve IoT interoperability with market knowledge, strategy

Organizations embarking on IoT projects will find it easier to say 'IoT interoperability' than to ensure it; they must consider tools and partners to overcome compatibility issues. Continue Reading
Protecting your IoT devices protects your business

Organizations use IoT security standards and frameworks to secure IoT applications, data and devices, even for a fully remote workforce going forward. IoT security is more than a technology ... Continue Reading
Design your IoT device battery life

IoT engineers have several tactics they can use to extend the battery life of devices, such as energy harvesting, power saver mode and efficient hardware design. Continue Reading

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Testing IoT for interoperability, security and reliability

IoT developers may miss some basic security and performance measures for IoT devices in the rush to push products out to customers, which is why testing before release is critical. Continue Reading
IoT integration services evolve in maturing market

IT service providers are moving upstream to address client needs in an IoT market that has lost some, but not all, of its science project reputation. Continue Reading
What you need to know about IoT system integration

'E pluribus unum' could serve as the motto for IoT integration, the art of creating one system out of many components. CIOs can tap an external specialist to move in that direction. Continue Reading

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IT/OT convergence security must adapt for IoT connectivity

Organizations must build a strong security posture that includes both IT and OT to ensure their safety, which will require a paradigm shift from individual assets to systems. Continue Reading
Reap the rewards of IT/OT convergence in manufacturing

Organizations that plan carefully and slowly implement IT/OT convergence in manufacturing can experience advantages in productivity at minimal risk. Continue Reading
IoT data quality determines project profitability

The insights drawn from IoT data analysis can only improve with better IoT data quality, which data scientists measure with metrics such as accuracy, timeliness and completeness. Continue Reading

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How IoT technology enhances smart water quality management solutions

IoT makes it possible to monitor water quality remotely and automatically through sensors, which can be useful in healthcare facilities, water utilities and wastewater management. Continue Reading
4 IoT connectivity challenges and strategies to tackle them

IoT connectivity challenges, such as scalability and compatibility, complicate deployments, so IT admins must plan for the infrastructure needed to support IoT initiatives. Continue Reading
Video is now cloud-ready

The ability to migrate video surveillance workloads to the cloud and further depopulate the datacenter will give IT value-added resellers an advantage with CIOs who want to invest heavily in their ... Continue Reading