NIS 2: protecting against large-scale cyber incidents?? 

The final text of the Security of Networks & Information Systems Regulations 2 (NIS 2) has been passed by the European Union and was published in the EU journal in December 2022. After coming into force on January 16th 2023,…

Why security is critical for IoT

The security landscape for IoT devices is checkered. Some IoT products implement robust security measures, while others have not prioritised protection, making them more vulnerable to attacks by malicious actors. It’s still relatively common to read about attacks (and hacks)…

The power of smart energy monitoring to reduce energy consumption and costs

What is the impact of power on profitability? The volatility of the energy market in recent years has made the simple act of powering enterprise a focal point on many businesses’ balance sheets. Global energy market trends make it reasonable…

igus joins network to help industrial companies access the Internet of Things

igus’s membership of the Berlin expert network ‘IoT Use Case’ helps it take advantage of the multi-trillion-dollar IoT market. The Internet of Things has a growth potential of several trillion dollars – consultancy McKinsey estimates it could realise $5.5tr to…

How global standards underpin IoT

IoT will be one of the largest and most complex machines on the planet. And its economic impact will be huge. In a 2022 report, analyst McKinsey suggested the IoT’s value could be as much as $12.5 trillion by 2030.…

How IoT teaches marketers regarding user intent

Marketers in today’s tech-driven world are likely familiar with IoT. This interconnected web of smart devices, ranging from a customer’s smartwatch to their refrigerator, is transforming our understanding of user intent. Exploring how IoT and marketing intersect and how this…

Haltian announces new IoT software for offices

Haltian, an IoT and smart building company from Finland, announced the launch of Empathic Buildings for Offices, a new smart office solution for hybrid workplaces. Designed to answer the changing needs of modern work life, Empathic Building is the central…

Dispelling five myths about retrofitting and practical tips on how to get started

The convergence of IT and OT has been accelerated by the digitisation and automation of operations, resulting in remarkable progress. One standout development is the capability to collect and analyse data in innovative ways. Breakthrough technologies like the Industrial Internet…

Delivering environmental value – the SI opportunity

Countries globally are coming together to address the financial implications of climate change and deliver solutions for those communities most at risk. It is now vital to deliver ubiquitous access to smart technologies that will mitigate the effects of environmental…

Soracom named visionary in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Soracom, a global provider of advanced IoT connectivity, announced that it has been named a Visionary in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services, Worldwide. The evaluation was based on specific criteria that analysed the company’s overall…