A Machina Research report suggests that we could eventually see a merger between mobile enterprise application platforms and enterprise IoT, suggesting the need for a single platform that encompasses the two. If what Machina predicted comes to fruition, IoT involvement will become increasingly more important as more of our everyday devices become Internet-enabled, like cars and... Read More
Healthcare Industry Meets the Internet of Things
The recent rise in the popularity of fitness technology (i.e. smart watches and Fitbits) is beginning to show the impact that the Internet of Things (IoT) is having on the healthcare industry. However, these devices are only the beginning of the ways in which technology is revolutionizing healthcare. Medical devices that transfer data—including data hubs, communication networks and... Read More
5G Potential Could Further Launch the Internet of Things
The recent Consumer Electronics Show served as a breeding ground for the buzz on the latest technologies that will soon be making their way into the world of common use. Of course, new Internet of Things devices and products were far from scarce at the event. Neither was talk of 5G, the newest generation of wireless technology that promises to be much faster and more efficient than its... Read More
The Internet of Things: How Businesses are Protecting their Data from Security Risks
The Internet of Things encompasses billions of devices that have Internet connectivity, and that number continues to grow daily. While the IoT provides useful data and allows businesses to partake in real-time marketing and more efficient decision-making, it’s not without its share of security risks. The Internet of Things is a new entity, not to mention a massive one, making the protection... Read More
The Internet of Things and Big Data
Just about everyone is aware of the sweeping changes brought about by advances in technology, and how they have affected both private citizens and businesses. You need to look no further than the cell phone for a shining example of this. Cell phones have changed the way individuals communicate, find their information, and even take pictures. Businesses have quickly adapted to the universality... Read More