Visualise The Impact Of IoT

The Internet Of Things To Hit Mainstream by 2020

If you are anything like me, the date 2020 is something which is still something we associate with far in the future, only talked about in 1980’s films.

I can remember the fear of a huge mobile telecommunications network crash as we struck midnight on the millennium, due to the huge concentration of text traffic. This was 16 years ago, leaving us only 4 years until 2020!! 

Dubbed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution” as a result of the huge impact it will have on how we live-work &play, the Internet of Things is really set to change the world as we know it. 

IoT isn’t a “new” thing, it has been about in many formats for some considerable time. The evolution in platforms and infrastructure has simply meant that the applications are becoming more achievable and robust. 

Of course, I am not going to attempt to communicate the entire history or perceived future of this beast in one post, but I am keen to try and help you understand a little about the impact it may have. We have however, produced an info-graphic to assist you. Please see below.

As specialists in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), we are always keen to help businesses understand where they can prepare or develop themselves to place their organisation in the best possible position.

Embracing technology is no longer a nice business differentiator- it is a must! With whispers that there will shortly be a need for organisations to have an additional “C suite” position ( Chief IoT Officer), it is critical to understand the “why’s” first of all. The message from Boxmodel is clear, don’t panic, no need for a knee jerk reaction, simply plan and survey to ensure you act correctly at the right time. Focussing on objectives is key, it will save you a lot of time and budget!

I would personally love to hear from anyone who has concerns over what they should or shouldn’t be doing. Email: [email protected]