The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) refers to the use of smart sensors, actuators, and other devices, including radio frequency identification tags, to enhance manufacturing and industrial processes. These devices are interconnected to gather, share, and analyse data, which can improve process efficiency and reliability. IIoT, also known as the Industrial Internet, is being used in various industrial sectors, such as manufacturing, energy management, utilities, and oil and gas.
It harnesses the power of smart machines and real-time analytics to apply data that ‘dumb’ machines have been generating for years in industrial settings. The concept of IIoT is that intelligent machines are more efficient at collecting and analysing data in real-time than humans. They also provide valuable information that can be used to make faster and more accurate business decisions.
Connected sensors and actuators allow companies to detect inefficiencies and problems earlier, saving time and money, as well as simplifying the business analysis process. In particular, in the manufacturing sector, IIoT can provide quality control, sustainable and green production, supply chain tracking, and increase overall supply chain efficiency. In the industry, IIoT plays a key role in processes such as predictive maintenance, advanced field maintenance, energy management and asset tracking.
