Throughout history we have seen plenty of examples of companies that have failed to adapt when there was a sea change in the prevailing business model. Consider the companies that fell by the wayside when the software industry switched from a per-license pricing model to SaaS. Now in the rapidly evolving digital world, we’re on […]
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Two years ago mobility suffered a massive gut punch there was standstill across the UK, as restrictions from the Government locked down travel for all but essential workers, and many of us stayed at home to slow the spread of the virus. Now that we’ve adjusted to the shifting sands of new society, says Peter O’Driscoll, managing director at RingGo, we’re finding that mobility is […]
The internet of things (IoT) is part of our everyday lives home assistants, parking sensors, smartwatches and smart plugs are all connected with the technology. However, these instances represent only a small segment of what the IoT can do on a global scale. From smart cities to driverless cars, connected devices form an integral part […]
Over the past decade, IoT has evolved from being just a buzzword into a must-have technology. It’s revolutionised entire industries and as such is now at the heart of countless digital transformation initiatives, as IDC predicts IoT spending in Europe will exceed $200 billion (€176.52 billion) this year. However, some enterprises are still questioning how IoT can […]
Being able to monitor and control systems is not just important from the perspective of the Internet of Things (IoT) but it is also a way to secure energy and water networks. So says Alistair Fulton, vice president and general manager of Semtech’s Wireless and Sensing Products Group. Cyberattacks on infrastructure, power and water supplies […]
The metaverse as described to us by science fiction is a world of infinite possibilities. The easiest way to conceptualise it is by looking at Hollywood blockbusters such as Avatar and Ready, Player One. In the movies, the metaverse is a three-dimensional digital universe where players can escape physical reality, engage with each other as an […]
It’s predicted that by 2030, 95% of vehicles will be connected to the internet. Most directly, this means an increase in capabilities for vehicles, including a multitude of sensors such as radar, ultrasonic sensors (an instrument that measures the distance to an object using ultrasonic sound waves) and beyond. Some of the most exciting possibilities […]
Across the world, rapid urbanisation is becoming a serious issue, and living standards can diminish if city facilities and infrastructure cannot keep pace with the speed of the development. Smart cities, delivering better use of data, improved urban planning, as well as digital connectivity and services to its citizens, are now seen as a key […]
Asset tracking and monitoring solutions are proven to be valuable in commercial industries. A RTLS (Real Time Location System) improves workplace processes, such as improving process efficiencies and helping with loss prevention. Even though adopting an RTLS is a valuable tool for commercial industries, many have yet to implement IoT solutions in their day-to-day operations. […]
As competition grows and the future of connectivity evolves, telecoms providers are looking for a way to differentiate their 5G services. While there are many ways this could be achieved, as it stands, location technology is an area with untapped potential. Precise positioning technology that utilises the inherent capabilities of 5G, such as high bandwidth, […]