In the recent instalment of IoT Unplugged, Editor Kristian McCann engaged in a deep dive with Nguyen Quan Hoang Khuon, Senior Product Manager at BICS, to dissect the concept of Connectivity Twins, Digital Twins connectivity-focused cousin, what the difference between the two is, what they can bring IoT deployments and considerations in implementing them.
The talk began with the outline of the concept of ‘Connectivity Twins’. This innovative idea seeks to bolster the effectiveness of Digital Twins — virtual representations of physical devices in the Cloud, crucial for the sophisticated management, monitoring, and visualisation of IoT devices and their interconnectivity.
Khuon pointed out a notable deficiency in the existing paradigm:”What enterprises are missing is really connectivity information, such as data usage and network metrics. We believe that if we combine and match the application data and connect it together, it can provide valuable information for our customers.”
This approach of integrating connectivity data with Digital Twins opens up a realm of possibilities for enterprises, offering a holistic view of their devices that was previously unattainable. It marks a significant leap towards harnessing the full potential of IoT applications by enriching them with comprehensive connectivity insights.
Expanding on the importance of this integration, Khuon articulated how the conventional understanding of IoT systems and Digital Twins could be revolutionised:”So IoT customers and manufacturers, they have several options to collect data from IoT devices, then they have to transfer all those data to IoT cloud services or enterprise applications. And that’s why they need to create digital representations of the physical device in the cloud virtual environments.”
This fusion of connectivity data with Digital Twins, according to Khuon, is not merely an enhancement but a necessity for the future of IoT solutions. It signifies a move towards a more interconnected and insightful IoT ecosystem, enabling businesses to leverage unprecedented operational insights and drive informed decision-making processes.
The conversation further explored the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that lie in the integration of connectivity information into IoT solutions. Khuon’s expert insights illuminated the path forward for enterprises looking to navigate the complexities of the IoT landscape effectively. By highlighting the transformative potential of Connectivity Twins, the discussion with Khuon provided a glimpse into the future of Digital Twins and IoT connectivity, underscoring the pivotal role such innovations play in the broader digital transformation narrative.
To dive deeper into Khuon’s insights on Connectivity Twins and how it can transform the insights obtained from IoT deployments, tune into the full podcast episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and at the link below.
Connectivity Twins – the connectivity-focused cousin of Digital Twins – IoT Unplugged
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