Bob EmmersonHyperconvergence is a modern term that describes the seamless integration of computing, storage, and networking resources—an evolution powered by software‑centric architecture and virtualization. While the phrase can feel like a buzzword, it represents a tangible shift that brings signif

Hyperconverged secondary storage is set to become the cornerstone of modern enterprise IoT infrastructures, enabling organizations to efficiently handle the explosive data volumes generated by connected devices. As IoT applications demand seamless data flow between Information Technology (IT) and O

Bob EmmersonEdge and fog computing are reshaping operational efficiency by processing data near its source, enabling real‑time insights and rapid decision‑making. Leading players such as VMware and Eurotech are at the forefront of this evolution.VMware’s software‑defined hyperconvergence uses a hype

Martyn Williams, Managing Director of COPA‑DATA UK, explains how the UK government faces a unique trilemma—balancing secure, affordable, and clean energy while avoiding blackouts. The sector’s technology has advanced rapidly, yet the infrastructure—400,000 substations—lags behind. What can enginee

Operator’s Role in the IoT Value Chain We forecast that 6.4 billion IoT connections worldwide will use fixed, mobile and low‑power wide‑area (LPWA) networks by 2025. As the IoT market expands, so does the security risk, making robust protection a central focus for all stakeholders. An end‑to‑end Io

When Britain’s electric grid first emerged in the late 19th century, planners could not anticipate the explosive growth in power demand that would follow. Today, power distributors rely heavily on supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software to monitor every substation and gauge the ove

GE Digital is steering the company back from a turbulent 2017, leveraging strategic collaborations and cutting‑edge edge technology to drive industrial digital transformation.Strategic Alliance with MicrosoftBill Ruh, CEO of GE Digital, announced a partnership with Microsoft Azure that deepens integ

Mike Wong, vice president of Semtech’s Wireless and Sensing Products Group, explains that Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth and cellular were built for short‑range, high‑rate communication, not for the long‑range, low‑bit‑rate links that battery‑powered sensors require. That niche is filled by Low‑Power Wide‑Area N

Smart manufacturing, powered by the Internet of Things (IoT), is steering the industry toward a new era of productivity and innovation. In 2016, IDC estimated that the manufacturing sector invested a staggering $178 billion (€152.89 billion) in IoT solutions—twice the amount spent by the transportat

Broadcom CEO Hock E. Tan was at the White House amid growing reports that the company is weighing a bid for Qualcomm. Broadcom Ltd. is rumored to be exploring a bid of up to US$100 billion for Qualcomm Inc., according to Bloomberg. As Jeremy Cowan notes, a successful offer could become one of the

In recent decades, industrial IoT (IIoT) has infiltrated nearly every facet of automation and operations. With seamless connectivity, technology‑agnostic interoperability, and standardized data, operators can now monitor, manage, and exploit data from a wide array of proprietary assets and processe

AT&T and Tech Mahindra have teamed up to release Acumos, a fully open‑source Artificial Intelligence platform hosted by The Linux Foundation. Acumos is designed to simplify the entire AI lifecycle—building, sharing, and deploying AI micro‑services—through a unified marketplace.AT&T stresses

For decades the United States, China and Germany have dominated global manufacturing. Their continued success is rooted in aggressive automation adoption, lean production methodologies, and relentless process optimization. As the manufacturing landscape evolves, even smaller economies are closing t

This 251‑page review copy provides a detailed look at Digitise or Die. Though the title is dramatic, Windpassinger backs the urgency with real‑world examples from Kodak and Nokia. The book’s core ambition is to move beyond the technology of the IoT and show how organisations can transform, leverage

Many still view people as the weakest link in security, but the reality is that an entire ecosystem can be vulnerable. IoT, with its near‑complete automation, is often mistakenly assumed to be safe. That assumption is dangerous: nothing in cyberspace is inherently secure. IoT devices are a magnet

Jeremy Cowan of IoT Now emphasizes that the IoT revolution is more than a patchwork of connected gadgets—it is reshaping entire business models. Enterprises deploying IoT are moving from supplying machinery to collecting and analyzing data, turning once‑isolated devices into valuable information s

Mary Bunzel of Intel Corporation In the U.S. manufacturing landscape, small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) are a powerhouse of innovation and employment. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2015), 98.5% (247,961) of manufacturing firms employed fewer than 500 workers—of which 75% had under 20

Britain’s 5G rollout was slated for 2020, and the newly re‑branded National Physical Laboratory (NPL) estimates it could generate £55 billion (€61.40 billion) for the UK economy. The promise is real – if we avoid the mistakes of earlier generations.3G and 4G networks were launched rapidly, and sub‑o

Alain Louchez of Georgia TechSmall and medium manufacturers (SMMs) remain a vital and dynamic segment of U.S. manufacturing. Part 1 of this series explored smart and digital manufacturing; this continuation focuses on the current state of digital transformation and practical pathways for SMMs to har

Why City Data Matters: Turning Insights into Urban Innovation Charlotte Hutton, Business Development intern at Future Cities Catapult, explains how the exponential growth of digital footprints—from navigation apps to contactless payments—creates a rich reservoir of data that can reshape how cities