Internet of Things
Internet of Things has the ability to transform the way we engage as organisations, moving from a reactive to a proactive approach in supporting our stakeholders.
What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the vast network of interconnected devices, ranging from smartphones and other wearables to industrial machinery and environmental sensors, all communicating and exchanging data over the internet. These devices are equipped with sensors, actuators, and software that enable them to connect, transmit, and analyse data, which facilitates automated processes and intelligent decision-making.
What makes IoT so effective is its ability to bridge the gap between the physical and digital world, allowing seamless connectivity and enabling real-time interactions. By harnessing the power of Internet of Things, everyday objects can become smart and interconnected, paving the way for enhanced productivity, efficiency, and innovation across industries.
Benefits of Internet of Things
The adoption of Internet of Things offers a host of benefits across various domains, revolutionising traditional processes and unlocking new opportunities for growth and development.
Control and automation:
have more control over the systems within your organisation and automate when they’re on or off through schedules or even voice commands. This automation can be used with lighting, robotic assembly systems, air conditioning, and more
Real-time monitoring of data:
have access to your real-time data means you can spot trends and patterns for making data-driven decisions in the future, in addition to having data readily available and shareable
Improved efficiency:
as the Internet of Things works without human intervention, it frees up your employees to focus on more creative tasks that machinery isn’t able to do
Potential cost savings:
as you begin to analyse the data your Internet of Things devices collect, you’ll find areas to save costs, including optimised inventory management, reduced electricity consumption, and streamlined transportation
Predictive analysis through big data:
as your Internet of Things system generates more and more data, you’ll be able to improve the efficiency of your processes and predict crucial areas of your organisation
Microsoft Azure as your IoT platform
Microsoft Azure gives you the perfect IoT platform to help build, develop, monitor, and consolidate the data from these solutions, allowing longer term analysis and cost savings to be gained.
At the heart of Microsoft’s IoT platform, Azure IoT Hub serves as a central gateway for connecting, monitoring, and managing IoT devices at scale. It provides robust security features, device management capabilities, and seamless integration with other Azure services.
With Microsoft Azure, your organisation has the capability to build scalable IoT solutions and benefit from:
Access to the largest ecosystem in the industry:
by partnering with thousands of vendors, Microsoft enables you to deploy solutions specific for your needs
All-round protection:
secure your software, hardware, and cloud infrastructure as you build your IoT system with Microsoft Defender for IoT
Centralised management:
utilise a single control plane for organising, monitoring, and controlling all of your devices, infrastructure, and applications
How is your sector using the Internet of Things?
The adoption of Internet of Things software is different across various sectors, with each leveraging its capabilities to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth.
The sector is utilising IoT to reduce its energy consumption with automated lighting and air conditioning, remote patient monitoring, predictive maintenance of medical equipment, and managing inventory of equipment.
Connected sensors and IoT platforms enable city planners to collect and analyse data in real-time, leading to improved urban planning, resource allocation, and sustainability initiatives.
IoT is enabling manufacturing organisations to predict maintenance of machinery, optimise supply chain logistics, and monitor production processes.
In retail, IoT powers smart inventory management, personalised marketing, and immersive customer experiences. Smart shelves, RFID tags, and beacons enable retailers to track inventory levels, analyse data real-time, and deliver targeted promotions.
Why Phoenix for Internet of Things?
Phoenix is a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP, a Microsoft Solutions Partner holding 11 accreditations, and Microsoft’s UK Partner of the Year 2021. With our team of specialists dedicated to providing the best solution for you, we are on hand to support you to envisage, build, procure, deploy, develop, and analyse IoT solutions while providing ongoing support and training.
With over 30 years’ experience of working as a strategic partner with Microsoft, we have worked together to provide our customers with high-quality solutions that will transform the way they work.
Internet of Things software FAQs
The Internet of Things (IoT) connects everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to send and receive data. This data is then processed, analysed, and used to trigger action or provide insights for you to improve processes, productivity, and decision-making.
The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) is revolutionising healthcare by connecting medical devices and systems to the internet, which is helping to improve patient care and management. IoMT provides Trusts with remote patient monitoring, predictive maintenance of medical equipment, and early detection of health concerns.
IoT devices are physical objectives that are embedded with sensors, actuators, and connectivity capabilities that enable them to collect, transmit, and receive data over the internet.
Talk to our Microsoft Azure Specialists today
Arrange a free chat with one of our Microsoft Azure specialists to talk about how your organisation is able to benefit from the Internet of Things and what’s required to begin the journey.
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