Internet of Things

Have you heard the expression, “Internet of Things?” The IOT refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are now connected to the internet, collecting and sharing data.

Data analysis and smart devices capable of acting autonomously stand poised to support the transition to the Industrial Internet of Things.

Despite all the technology in our cars, automakers are only starting to change how they build them. The next five years should be interesting, as automakers respond to outside and inside pressures to up their game.

Using artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and predictive analytics, several advanced platforms are integrating maintenance with workflow to everyone’s benefit.

Modern's editors sat down with Don DeLoach Co-founder and co-chair, The ITA Midwest IoT Council; co-founder and CEO of Rocket Wagon Venture Studios to talk about the Council and the importance of supply chain analytics in today's environment.

Yet only 5% are ready to execute, BDO Benchmarking Survey finds.

This research brief dives into both traditional and new data formats on the horizon in next-generation supply chain handhelds and tablet PCs, and how supply chain integration can quickly benefit from new mobile data sources.

Partnership to create end-to-end solution framework and accelerate adoption of machine learning and AI in Internet of Things (IoT) environments.

The MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics held two roundtable events, one in 2017 another in 2018, with supply chain practitioners on the topic of blockchain in the supply chain – this roundtable report examines the blockchain challenges and concerns discussed at both events.

Internet of Things is happening everywhere, from home thermostats to cars, to machinery in factories. Now IoT is taking hold in warehouses, though more slowly. But with more warehouse-focused vendors offering pretested sensors, prebuilt analytics and alerting around IoT-connected equipment, IoT should become more widespread in DCs.

This year’s report features in-depth profiles of the five NextGen innovations having the greatest impact on supply chains; Robotics and Automation, Predictive Analytics, Internet of Things Sensors, Artificial Intelligence, Driverless Vehicles, and Drones.

Trends indicate modern components support digitalization by allowing data to be captured at the component, machine, line, plant and enterprise levels.

The next generation of wireless technology could affect a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to transportation services to supply chain management.

Analyzing data generated by past events supports proactive and strategic approaches, instead of reacting to events as they happen.

TMR report cites growing adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques and increasing number of strategic partnerships as key drivers of growth of the global Industrial Internet of Things market.