With the development of Internet of Things technology and the continuous expansion of market size, the Internet of Things has become an important strategy for global technology and industry innovation. With the continuous expansion of market size and the rapid growth of networked devices, it is expected that by the end of 2018, the global Internet of Things market will exceed 100 billion U.S. dollars, and the average annual compound growth rate of connected devices will remain above 31% (Figures 1 and 2).
Then the question came, how to integrate the two concepts of Internet of Things and smart instrumentation at the lowest cost? How can instrument and meter manufacturers successfully integrate their products into the Internet of Things? Here we talk about the three most common methods.
Method 1: Develop a set of IoT cloud platform and set up a software team to conduct back-office operations management.
The development of a cloud computing platform for the Internet of Things may be the simplest and straightforward method that every enterprise wishing to enter the IoT industry can think of. This method has the advantage that companies can design according to their own industry needs to better meet the needs of users of the industry, the user experience can do the best. However, the cost of such a plan is relatively high, and the development cycle required is also relatively long. Unless it is a large-scale enterprise, if it is a small- and medium-sized company, this method is generally not recommended.
Method 2: Use the free and open IoT cloud platform on the current market to connect to the platform through the Internet of Things gateway for remote viewing.
There are some free and open IoT cloud platforms on the market. Users only need to apply for an account and they can use it for free. Connect the device to the platform through the Internet of Things gateway DTU. Users can view the running status of the device, collect data, and the installed geographical location online in real time, realizing remote monitoring. The advantage of this method is that users only need to spend the cost of an IoT gateway, and they can easily realize remote monitoring of their own devices and add new selling points for their own devices. However, this method is generally only suitable for individuals or direct users who monitor a small amount of equipment. For instrument manufacturers, it is far from satisfying.
Method 3: Purchase a customized version of the IoT cloud platform to manage and view the running and usage status of the equipment.
This customized version of the IoT cloud platform is actually based on the free version of the cloud platform, adding some unique features, and opening the background management functions to enterprise users, supporting LOGO and domain name customization, enterprise product library management, Corporate public cloud application, precise user management, and large-scale device management. With a dedicated IoT gateway, data from the plant's equipment, PLCs, data acquisition cards, and sensors can be uploaded to the cloud in real time for viewing management, allowing each company to have its own IoT platform. It is a product that combines the first and second methods. It not only allows companies to own their own Internet of Things platform, but also unlocks the various functional restrictions brought by the free version. The cost of funds and time spent by companies is also Relatively low, is the most mainstream way at present.
Therefore, for small and medium sized instrumentation and sensor manufacturers, the best solution is actually to adopt this method, to divide the work meticulously, to outsource software customization and system operation and maintenance to the Internet of Things, and continue to concentrate on R&D and build itself. The product adds weight to its own product in the market competition.
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