Digital twins are sophisticated virtual replicas that replicate real‑world assets, processes, or systems. By continuously feeding data from sensors, a closed‑loop digital twin keeps the virtual model in sync with its physical counterpart, enabling real‑time simulation, validation, and optimization.

The gaps in corporate security are well documented, yet many discussions on implementing industrial Internet of Things (IoT) security within enterprise frameworks only add complexity. This guide distills the process into six essential steps to safeguard your industrial IoT platform from the outset.

In the age of the Industrial Internet of Things, predictive maintenance and digital twins stand out as the twin pillars of operational excellence. Combined into a closed‑loop digital twin, they unlock transformative benefits that ripple through the entire manufacturing ecosystem—and even deliver tan

Earlier this year, Gartner released its latest hype cycle for the Internet of Things, positioning IoT on the descent toward the “trough of disillusionment,” with platforms on the left and autonomous vehicles approaching the trough’s bottom. Richard Soley, executive director of the Industrial Interne

Delta Controls’ enteliBUS control system, a programmable BACnet controller, once advertised the promise of “managing your entire central plant from one controller.” However, that convenience has become a double‑edged sword, as a recent vulnerability exposed the system to full remote takeover. What t

Claroty has long positioned itself as the specialist in industrial protocols, with its team “born and raised in the world of Modbus, Profibus and DeviceNet,” according to CEO Dave Weinstein. “We think in S7 and dream in DNP3. We go beyond Ethernet/IP into the realms of the most arcane Fieldbus and s

Is the era of post‑trust on the horizon? In “Savvy: Navigating Fake Companies, Fake Leaders and Fake News in the Post‑Trust Era,” Shiv Singh and Rohini Luthra warn that “we’re experiencing a massive breakdown of trust in the institutions that govern societies. We are in a crisis of trust.” Cyber inc

Building a new era of industrial capability requires fresh building blocks. The Industrial Revolutions of the past illustrate this well: steam power and mechanization sparked the first, electricity and automation fueled the second, and today, digital technologies are reshaping the economy once again

What exactly defines a smart factory? While early explanations focus on digital connectivity, Deloitte refines the concept as “a flexible system” capable of self‑optimizing, self‑adapting, and learning from new conditions in real or near‑real time—autonomously managing entire production lines throug

What Is a Smart Factory? In its most basic form, a smart factory is a production facility that uses digital technology and connectivity to streamline operations. More advanced descriptions, such as Deloitte’s, portray it as a “flexible system” that can self‑optimize, self‑adapt, and learn from new

Choosing an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform can be daunting. The market is crowded, and many vendors offer similar capabilities. Today, no single provider dominates, so a careful, data‑driven approach is essential. Gartner’s 2019 Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms—its first de

While most consumers worry about privacy—fear that security cameras reveal private moments or that smart speakers capture sensitive conversations—these concerns represent only a fraction of the real threats facing IoT devices. In practice, attackers view IoT endpoints as stepping stones to larger ob

Altizon’s industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform has recently earned high praise in two of the industry’s most respected research reports. In Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms and IDC’s MarketScape assessments for manufacturing and energy, Altizon consistently ranks along

Bob Nunn has navigated the startup landscape since 1989, starting at Vitesse Semiconductor—a 30‑employee firm that grew into a multi‑billion‑dollar valuation in ten years. That early experience cemented his belief in building teams around breakthrough technology. After leading companies ranging from

In the past, leading platform markets—rooted in cloud computing and connectivity—have enabled co‑creation at scale. Platforms solve core problems, while developers build on them to address evolving market demands. Smartphone ecosystems illustrate this model: Google’s Android and Apple’s App Store fo

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) offers transformative potential, but many deployments fall short of expectations. Studies—such as Cisco’s 2017 survey and Microsoft’s 2019 IoT Insights research—show that the failure rate for IoT projects remains high. Vinay Nathan, CEO of IIoT platform provider

The energy sector’s IT and OT systems face mounting cyber attacks. These systems, essential for delivering power, are now targets for sophisticated adversaries, making robust protection imperative. Digitalization is flattening the traditional IT/OT hierarchy, forcing convergence. For utilities, this

Securing the next wave of IoT devices demands a rigorous, systematic approach. This paper outlines a four‑step framework that combines cutting‑edge software assurance practices with a security‑first mindset, ensuring devices are resilient from design through deployment. Risk‑Driven Architecture Des

LAS VEGAS — At HPE Discover, Tom Bradicich, Ph.D., Vice President and Global Head of Edge and IoT Center of Excellence, declared, “The edge is where the action is.” Keerti Melkote, Founder and President of Aruba (an HPE‑owned networking firm), added that “the edge has become the new hub of the digit

Luke Durcan, director of EcoStruxure at Schneider Electric, recounts a conversation with an executive from an industrial firm who stated: “We want to do some AI. We want to get some AI into our process as quickly as possible.” When Durcan asked, “When?” the executive replied, “Probably July.” Durcan