All there is to know about the IoT

Thomas Herrmann, Vice President Sales and Marketing at Bosch Software Innovations, talks about how Bosch technologies are helping customers in Asia Pacific realize IoT solutions. He explains why integrating and managing IoT gateways and edge devices is crucial for successful implementation.

From vehicles and buildings to toothbrushes and toasters, everything around us is increasingly controlled by sensors. This brings IoT data management on the scene. While no one really needs an email notification when their toast is ready, it’s clear people are more comfortable automating their lives. This creates greater opportunities to develop smart products that collect useful data and reduce the time spent on manual tasks.

Knowing the precise location of your assets – whether it is a portable X-ray machine or aircraft de-icer – saves time and money. It is estimated that 28% of nurses spend at least an hour a shift searching for the equipment they need – costing something in the region of €4,056 a year for each nurse. It is a similar story in every industry, from aviation to manufacturing and retail.