Howdy, readers. Pleasant Monday vibes to everybody.
Let’s keep this short and sweet ahead of a super-busy week, shall we?
Enterprises today — Industrial IoT (IIoT)-focused enterprises, in particular — often grapple with what experts call a “fragmented technology landscape.” This navigation of largely disconnected systems can legitimately feel labyrinthine, which is totally understandable; these systems shouldn’t operate in isolation. As we know, fragmentation can hinder efficient data flow, for example. It can interfere with the efficacy of comprehensive monitoring capabilities, and stymie holistic operational approaches.
In other words, overcoming such challenges in IIoT can prove, well, challenging. There’s a lot of noise to cut through, in a manner of speaking.
So, what can be done?
For one thing, implementing a robust data integration platform is a good place to start. Adopting lightweight messaging protocols (e.g. MQTT and CoAP, which act as widely universal translators) can lead to the facilitation of smoother interoperability and more streamlined communications. Investing in skilled personnel with expertise in data integration, cybersecurity and niche IIoT technologies will also lead to significant improvements, of course.
By breaking down siloed systems, teams take hold of a more unified understanding of their operations, leading to smarter management practices and, in the long haul, measurable digital transformation.
To learn more about this topic, we encourage readers to consider attending the fast-approaching Industrial IoT Conference!
Part of the #TECHSUPERSHOW experience taking place from February 11-13 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this conference opens the door for great learning opportunities (as well as networking activities, fascinating demonstrations in the show’s massive exhibit hall and much more).
One session in particular — happening on Thursday, February 13 from 9:00-9:45 AM — is titled “Factory Floor: Harmonizing the Noise and Translating the Chatter,” and it is there that attendees will dive more into conversations about fragmentation roadblocks and the necessary IoT/IIoT solutions, therein.
Consider registering here to secure your spot.
Edited by
Greg Tavarez
