How to ID Internet of Things Solutions Without Feeling Like an IDIoT: An Application Perspective

摘要

The internet of things (IoT) and industrial IoT (IIoT) have incredible benefits and potential. They promise vast improvements in operational efficiencies and a reduction of catastrophic failures. The benefits of such technologies may be limited by incompatibilities due to manufacturer protocol and device differences. These challenges will be passed on to the user, resulting in diminished benefits and frustration if not anticipated and mitigated accordingly. This article explores available technologies and addresses guidelines for future standard and specification development while providing parallels to similar technology introductions in large-scale industrial facilities for the review of lessons learned.