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Seizing Opportunities in the “Internet of Things” (IoT)

Discover how your company can benefit from connected machines and why Netjutant is the ideal partner for implementing IoT projects.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is highly relevant for businesses and authorities as it offers the opportunity to optimise processes, enhance competitiveness, foster innovation, and advance digitalisation, ultimately leading to sustainable economic growth. However, this requires a holistic approach, a viable strategy, and solid implementation.

What Exactly is the Internet of Things?

Technically speaking, the “Internet of Things” (IoT) refers to the interconnection of physical devices and objects that can communicate and exchange data, typically over the internet. These connected devices gather information about their environment through sensors and can autonomously analyse data, make decisions, or perform actions without direct human intervention.

A manufacturing company employs IoT sensors on its machines and equipment. These sensors continuously collect data on temperature, vibrations, pressure, and other parameters. The collected data is then transmitted in real-time to a central platform or cloud-based analytics infrastructure.

By continuously analysing this data, patterns and anomalies can be detected. For instance, a machine might show signs of an impending failure based on the captured data before the actual failure occurs. IoT-driven analysis enables timely preventive maintenance to avoid unexpected downtime, enhance production processes, extend the lifespan of machines, and improve overall production efficiency.

Netjutant as a Strong Partner for IoT Projects

While others specialise in hardware and its maintenance, we, as a digital agency, are your partner for the digital side of IoT. We understand the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation and work closely with you to develop tailored solutions that advance your business.

We analyse your requirements and develop a strategy tailored to your digital transformation. Our focus is on the software implementation of IoT to establish a future-proof foundation for your company.

We provide comprehensive software solutions and interfaces to seamlessly integrate connected systems into your existing digital infrastructure, ensuring smooth operations.

Even after implementation, we are by your side, offering ongoing maintenance, updates, and technical support for your digital IoT infrastructure.

We place particular emphasis on the security of your digital systems to protect your sensitive information.

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Industry 4.0

IoT technologies are an integral part of industrial automation and predictive maintenance. They optimise production processes, enable real-time monitoring of equipment and machines, and enhance efficiency in manufacturing.

Logistics

In the logistics sector, IoT facilitates real-time tracking of goods and products, inventory monitoring, and optimisation of supply chain processes, leading to improved efficiency and traceability.

Healthcare

IoT is revolutionising healthcare through connected medical devices and wearables. It allows for the monitoring of health parameters, remote patient monitoring, and the creation of more efficient and precise treatment methods.

Infrastructure

IoT technologies play a crucial role in the development of smart cities by optimising urban infrastructures such as transportation systems, water quality, energy supply, waste management, and public services.

Agriculture

In agriculture, IoT enables the monitoring of fields, harvest conditions, and animal health, leading to optimised production and more sustainable resource use.

Retail

In retail, IoT is used for personalised customer interactions, inventory management, and the creation of interactive shopping experiences.

Energy & Environment

IoT supports companies in monitoring and optimising energy consumption, environmental conditions, and the efficiency of energy generation systems

  • Lack of clear strategy: A lack of a clear strategy for the implementation and use of IoT technologies can lead to inconsistent or ineffective applications.
  • Insufficient resource allocation: Lack of investment in training, resources or professionals for the successful implementation and management of IoT solutions.
  • Lack of interoperability: Non-compatible systems and devices that cannot communicate with each other affect efficiency and cooperation.
  • Missing standards: lack of uniform standards for communication and data transmission between different IoT devices and platforms, which makes integration more difficult.
  • Lack of security precautions: Insufficiently secured IoT devices and networks are vulnerable to hacker attacks or data leaks.
  • Insecure default passwords: using default passwords or unchanged factory settings on networked devices, creating potential security vulnerabilities.
  • Insufficient data management: Lack of control over the collected data, unclear data usage policies or lack of protection of sensitive data can lead to data breaches.
  • Lack of transparency: Insufficient communication with users about the way their data is collected, used and protected.
  • Unsicing updates: neglect of software updates and security patches that can increase the risk of security vulnerabilities.
  • Lack of maintenance: Failure to maintain regular maintenance and check IoT devices, which can lead to performance problems or malfunctions.

FAQs about IoT

Where does Netjutant’s expertise lie in IoT?

The Internet of Things has two aspects: hardware and software. The software side largely takes place in networks like the internet, and this is where our expertise lies. From a solid strategy to implementation and maintenance of IoT projects, we are available to customers with our combined internet experience.

Is it really a good idea to put our machine data online?

That depends on the individual case. Data always carries the risk that it could fall into the wrong hands, despite robust security measures. However, this is offset by numerous potential advantages of the IoT, such as better machine utilization through predictive maintenance, better decision-making through statistical evaluations, or lower personnel costs through centralized monitoring and control of machines.

Is IoT only for companies?

No! Public authorities can also benefit. For example, they could monitor and communicate the water quality of swimming lakes in real time using sensors, operate street lighting more efficiently, or make recycling centers more efficient. There are countless use cases for the IoT in public institutions.

The IoT is an exciting, modern arena for innovative progress. From sensors that measure the water quality at bathing lakes in real time to complex maintenance and organisational tasks, the IoT can save costs and effort, increase the resilience of complex systems and create real added value for companies and the public.

From strategic planning to the development and maintenance of customised software, we are at your side with help and advice on all aspects of IoT.