The term IoT stands for Internet of Things. It encompasses all the devices related to the design and use of connected objects. An object is said to be connected when it acts with relative autonomy, to collect, process and transmit data.
To qualify your IoT project, in your sector of activity, it is essential to detail the essential parameters beforehand: objectives, applications, networks, data processing and storage, risks and security measures.
Summary
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Connected objects are now present in all areas of activity, accessible to businesses, communities and individuals. The number of connected objects in the world is estimated at more than ten billion. |
There are many new and varied opportunities to use IoT, both in the public and private sector:
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The digital transformation of companies and communities responds to several challenges:
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IoT solutions must reduce their environmental impact: optimization of resources, energy transition, limitation of the carbon footprint, etc.
The thousands of data collected and exchanged improve the customer experience. By analyzing this data at scale, IoT applications can provide a better quality of life for city citizens, factory workers, farmers in the fields ...
The risks are twofold:
An object connected to the Internet opens a door to a network where data is exchanged which may be personal, confidential or even sensitive. Malicious people can seek to gain access to this information, or to hijack the primary functionality of a smart device. All information flows must be secured.
Securing IoT networks is one of the major challenges when qualifying your IoT project.
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The Internet of Things identifies three types of networks to which connected objects are attached, depending on their functionality and connectivity: personal networks, building networks and long-distance networks. The communication protocol allows the transmission and reception of data by the connected object. |
The choice of communication network for your connected object is based on 3 main criteria: range, bandwidth (volume), flow (speed) and energy consumption.
Technological, regulatory and economic developments should not be underestimated. Your decision must take into account other more strategic criteria such as:
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Connected devices interact with each other and with a communication gateway, connected to the Internet. 5G will accelerate the development of IoT projects, with many benefits, including: