New technologies have made it exponentially easier in recent years to stay connected, whether it's to family and friends through Facebook or your favorite celebrities via Instagram or Twitter. Living in a connected culture also means being connected with brands, for better or worse. All of the devices you're connected to, including your computer, tablet and smartphone, have the … [Read more...] about How Industrial Markets Lose Out on the Connected Culture
Internet Of Things
The Internet of things is the connection between objects and machines through embedded technology. In these articles, we’ll explore everything vital you need to know about IoT.
5 Challenges in Orchestrating the Internet of Things
Do you know what the Internet of Things is? Hopefully, you are at least a little familiar with the concept, because it will soon impact the world around you, both at home and at work. The Internet of Things often abbreviated as IoT is an all-encompassing concept that involves connecting electronics to either the Internet or each other, through an open network. This can … [Read more...] about 5 Challenges in Orchestrating the Internet of Things
The Six Dimensions of Fog Computing: Bees ‘Waggle Dance’ and Decision Making
I had the opportunity to be among a diverse group of industry analysts and influencers that Cisco Systems brought to their C-Scape conference in Dubai during the IoT World Forum at the end of 2015. I am intrigued by Ciscos IoT strategy and it was fruitful to learn more about a term they coined Fog Computing which is the subject of my latest research below. For millennia, … [Read more...] about The Six Dimensions of Fog Computing: Bees ‘Waggle Dance’ and Decision Making
How the Connected Business Card will Change doing Business
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Without Things, There Is No Analytics Of Things (AoT)
I was recently having a discussion with Richard Hackathorn, an industry strategist & analyst and Dan Graham, a colleague who is deep into my companys strategy for the Internet of Things (IoT). We were specifically talking about how to enable the Analytics of Things (AoT) and what barriers and opportunities exist today. During the discussion, it hit me that one of the … [Read more...] about Without Things, There Is No Analytics Of Things (AoT)
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What is the Internet of things?
The Internet of things, often abbreviated as IoT, is a system of interconnected devices and sensors that collect and exchange data. The data collected by these devices can be used to generate insights that can help businesses make better decisions and improve their operations.
For example, a company might use IoT data to optimize its production line or track its sales team’s performance. While IoT business intelligence is still in its early stages, it has the potential to revolutionize the way businesses operate. In the future, every company will need to have an IoT strategy to stay competitive. Want to learn more about the Internet of things? Datafloq has courses available. Contact us to get started.
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How does the Internet of things work?
Collecting data from devices allows people to gain insights that can be used to improve efficiency and productivity. Additionally, the Internet of things can be utilized to monitor and control devices remotely.
The Internet of things and data analytics are two areas working together to change how we live and work. As more devices become connected to the Internet, the potential for data analytics to improve our lives will continue to grow.
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How has the Internet of things impacted business?
IoT allows businesses to gather data about how their products are being used and how they can be improved. It also provides insights that can help businesses reduce costs, improve operations and create new revenue streams.
The Internet of things is still in its early stages, but it’s already having a big impact on business. As the technology matures, companies will be able to do even more with the vast amount of data that’s being generated by connected devices.
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What is the Internet of things used for?
From everyday objects like microwaves and alarm clocks to more specialized equipment like fitness trackers and industrial machines, the Internet of things allows devices to communicate with each other and humans, exchanging data and carrying out tasks automatically.
In addition, the IoT can also help us manage our resources more efficiently. For instance, by tracking our energy usage and adjusting our heating and cooling systems accordingly, we can save money on utility bills. There are endless possibilities for how the IoT can be used to improve our lives.
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Why is it called the Internet of things?
The terminology “Internet of things” was first coined by Kevin Ashton in 1999 while working on a project at MIT. The basic idea is that, in the future, everyday objects will be connected to the Internet and able to communicate with each other. For example, your fridge could automatically order more milk when running low, or your car could alert you if there’s an accident ahead.
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What might the Internet of things do in the future?
While this may seem like a far-off futuristic concept, there are signs that the Internet of things is becoming a reality. For example, many new homes are being built with innovative technology that allows homeowners to control everything from the lights to their thermostats right on their phone. Ultimately, the Internet of things has the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work.
