IoT Trends for 2018
As technology evolves and needs change, more and more people are embracing IoT solutions in their day-to-day lives. Connection enables homeowners to control the temperature of their home, lock doors and start appliances, all with just the press of a button. These activities can take place no matter how far away from home we are; all that is needed is a cell phone, laptop or tablet.
The IoT is also changing the way that we do business. IoT connection helps improve productivity, increase efficiency, reduce costs and eliminate downtime. This is true for almost every industry.
It won’t be long before the IoT impacts every aspect of our lives. The following are some of the biggest IoT trends you can expect to see in 2018.
Increased Security
As IoT connection reaches an all time high, the need for security becomes more and more important. Better control and monitoring of IoT devices is necessary in order to prevent security threats. Integration of all existing systems ensures the most efficient monitoring of IoT devices.
Increased Connectivity and IoT Devices
Billions of devices are currently connected to the Internet. The number of connected devices is expected to double by the end of the year and reach an astounding 46 billion by 2021. As IoT connectivity expands, communication between devices becomes more important. This is especially true for businesses in the manufacturing industry.
IoT Investments Will Reach An All Time High
As more companies adopt IoT solutions, the cost of integration continues to rise. This leaves many companies questioning whether integration is necessary to their continued success. The fact is, companies that do not connect by the end of 2018 will fall behind their competition and lose credibility with consumers.
Fortunately, there are options for companies that wish to connect without replacing costly equipment. Mint Controls offers IoT integration using existing equipment and machines. Our backwards-compatible solution ensures seamless connection at a fraction of the cost. Our solution is custom-made to meet each of our client’s unique needs.
Please contact us for information about our cost-effective IoT solutions for business.