Internet of Things (IoT)

The Internet of Things (IoT) can be found everywhere and its ubiquity has often led to its rebranding as the Internet of Everything (IoE). But what is it?

For those that are still unsure what the term means, IoT is a system comprising of interrelated computing devices and digital machines, each with their own set of identifiers and abilities to transfer data autonomously and without any human-to-computer interaction. This technological capability has allowed businesses and individuals to become more connected than ever before and work from anywhere and everywhere.

In practical terms, IoT provides the information an organisation needs to drive smarter business decisions that are based on real-time operational insights, though accessible at a fraction of the cost of manual processing. IoT is especially beneficial for supply chains or businesses that produce for consumers. Gaining a full view of the internal departments such as logistical networks and storefronts can reduce the time it takes for a product to reach the market due to IoT’s ability to proactively identify underperforming products or supply chain outliners.

Context-aware data feeds have been formed from a blend of wireless connections, IoT, and cloud-based computing. This powerful combination of tools supports an organisation’s ability to control, monitor, and manage their data in ways that would not have been imagined 20 years ago.

Understanding how the value of IoT can benefit a business requires professional advice from a consultancy who has experience identifying new value avenues, swiftly and to budget. Our developers create customisable user interfaces and dashboards to simplify the overall view of data by providing users with visualisation capabilities that manage data into relevant data sets for maximum usability. We build detailed, yet simple reporting functions that offer insights steered towards effective decision making and the development of a new product or service. We also provide end-to-end solutions with customisable security protocols and embedded stacks for maximum protection across all devices.

Organisations that sell products or services are rapidly adopting IoT as a way to add additional value-based services into their business model. If your organisation would like to harness the capabilities of IoT and find a new way of working, contact us today to find out more.