Powering the Trillion Sensor Industrial Internet of Things Dream
Much has been talked about the trillion sensor Internet of Things dream, where machines, people and services will be connected wirelessly. There are already 21.5 Bn connected devices in the world [1] today, but most are…
Returnable Asset Tracking – Operating Principles
Before moving forward with an investigation into tracking returnable assets, it is important to understand the available technologies, their capabilities, and how they relate to tracking functions in a production facility.
The Need for a Co-ordinated Counter Virus Strategy
It’s been over a year now since COVID-19 became a major issue and forced business leaders to take drastic action. Thanks to consistent messaging, precautions such as wearing masks and social distancing have become common practice…
IIoT Gets A 5G Boost of Machine Learning Innovation
Network operators around the world have invested heavily in spectrum, with auctions exceeding $27 billion in 2020 according to the Global Mobile Suppliers Association. They are looking to move quickly with 5G, seeking solutions to help…
How 3D Pallet Detection Systems Help Automated Forklifts Modernize Warehouse Operations
The right 3D sensing system can help automated forklift trucks (AFT) achieve better than 98.5% pick accuracy and reduce mission time while simplifying even the toughest high-rack operations. In the spring of 2018, for the first…
Navigating the Ocean of Technologies Toward Success In a Data-Driven World
You’ve probably heard about new technologies that are reshaping the way we work and live, like 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT), but have you noticed how data is the common denominator among those technologies?…
How to Protect Against Ransomware in your OT Environment
Know how an IT attack can impact OT, build clear incident response gameplay, and prioritize risks to ensure as little impact on operations as possible in case of emergency. Well-defined maps of potential threats and impacts.…
MQTT Enables IIoT Security Best Practices within the Purdue Model
As Industrial IoT has evolved over the past decade or two, the vision for secure data communications and the integration of enterprise and control systems has evolved at the same time. When the Purdue Model of…
Supply Chain Control Tower Solutions to Conquer Disruption
44% of organizations lacked a clear strategy for dealing with supply-chain disruption, according to a survey published by the Institute for Supply Management in March 2020. Almost 75% of companies surveyed reported a disruption in their…
How to prepare your machining processes for Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 is all about new technology. Here’s how to prepare your machining processes for the next industrial revolution. Machining Processes Overview You have probably heard that we’re entering the next “industrial revolution” – Industry 4.0.…