Internet of things : usage and technology

Editor's Notes

• #2: Create The Internet of Your Things: Transforming Your Manufacturing Business with the Internet of Things (Title Slide)   Welcoming comments and introductions   << Note: Be sure to welcome and thank the audience, introduce yourself and your role before you get started with presentation.>>
• #3: Key talking points: Today, the Internet of Things is a difficult trend to define precisely. There is no standard definition for the Internet of Things. Gartner defines IoT as “The network of physical objects that contain embedded technology to communicate and interact with their internal states or the external environment.” Conceptually, IoT involves common principles: Physical “things” such as devices and sensors that have the ability to connect to the internet These things have the ability to collect and communicate information – this information may include data collected from the environment or inputted by users These things also have the ability to take inputs from external sources (human or machine) using embedded logic – this can include settings, configurations, software updates, etc.
• #4: Key talking points: Today, the Internet of Things is a difficult trend to define precisely. There is no standard definition for the Internet of Things. Gartner defines IoT as “The network of physical objects that contain embedded technology to communicate and interact with their internal states or the external environment.” Conceptually, IoT involves common principles: Physical “things” such as devices and sensors that have the ability to connect to the internet These things have the ability to collect and communicate information – this information may include data collected from the environment or inputted by users These things also have the ability to take inputs from external sources (human or machine) using embedded logic – this can include settings, configurations, software updates, etc.
• #5: Key goal of slide: No single definition of IoT Ground the audience in some of the core principles of IoT – things that can connect to the internet; can collect and communicate information; and can receive inputs Let’s start with a definition of the Internet of Things   <<Note – There is no standard definition for the Internet of Things. This contributes to the confusion that we talk about on the next page. We start with a rather antiseptic (dull) definition from a leading analyst to ground the audience in some of the core principles of IoT.>>   Key talking points: So… what is the Internet of Things…. Let’s take a moment to talk about this trend so we’re all on the same page here. ((Ask the audience)) What do you think the Internet of Things is? ((Take three answers)) Today, the Internet of Things is a difficult trend to define precisely. There is no standard definition for the Internet of Things. Forrester equates IoT to a “connected world”– they say that a “Connected world solutions combine sensors and technologies to enable objects and infrastructure to interact with monitoring, analytics and control systems over Internet-style networks.” That creates a platform for awareness, analysis and action <<CLICK TO ADVANCE ANIMATION>> It really comes down to four key items: Physical “things” such as devices and sensors. Those “things” having a connectivity to either the internet or to each other or the humans These things have the ability to collect and communicate information – this information may include data collected from the environment or inputted by users And then the analytics that comes with the data enable people or machines to take action I want to spend a few moments to talk to you about how the internet of things can greatly advance nearly any “thing”– and in this case, something we all probably used today– an elevator. <<CLICK TO ADVANCE SLIDE>>
• #6: Key goal of slide: Land that your customer already has the “things” to enable the Internet of Your Things. So what do we mean by “Your Things”.   Slide talk track: You’re probably closer than you think to realizing the benefits of the Internet of Your Things – what are those “Manufacturing Things”? There are “plant/shop floor things” – Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC),Human Machine Interface (HMI), Hand Held terminals, Robots, AGVs (auto guided vehicles), sensors There are “HQ/back office things” – control centers, servers, ERP, inventory control, and HR systems, security systems, thin clients, key card entries, systems, digital signs, etc. There are “Supply Chain things” – from trucks, to forklifts, to RFID tags and readers to inventory and process management systems There are cloud & networked enabled infrastructure There are analytic & Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Excel) These “things” are collecting all kinds of data, that can be merged with transactional data, ERP data, inventory data, customer/CRM data, document/meta data, social data, public or streaming data, etc. Together, your devices and your data: Empower and enable your people Allow you to connect with customers and business partners Are critical components that help power your business These are the “things” that are the backbone of the Internet of Your Things
• #16: Intelligent Systems in Action – KUKA   Slide talk track: KUKA, a pioneer in the field of Industrial Automation, used the Internet of Things to capture a new opportunity and design a factory that builds 8 different models of the Jeep Wrangler on the same production line. In order to control 259 robots on the shop floor, along with 1,444 nodes capable of connecting to approximately 60,000 devices, KUKA implemented a “solution as a service” based on Windows Embedded, Microsoft SQL Server, and Windows Server. The solution enables rapid process line adaptation to produce a complete car body every 77 seconds in a continuous uptime production environment that has been running 24 hours a day for more than 8 years. Benefits include: Rapid adaptation supports multiple models and helps produce a car body every 77 seconds Continuous uptime enables 24 hours of production per day for over 8 years Familiar interface improves efficiency and reduces training time   *Please click the hyperlink on the company name in the slide to go to the full case study/article.
• #17: Intelligent Systems in Action – Lido Stone Works   Slide talk track: Based in Calverton, New York, Lido Stone Works specializes in the manufacture of custom stone products, including fireplaces, furniture, and sculpture. Lido teamed with Breton, an Italian supplier of industrial solutions, to gain a competitive edge by automating production using the Internet of Things. The solution uses Microsoft Azure to connect Windows-embedded machines on the factory floor in New York with Breton’s control center in Italy. The solution not only enables remote management and configuration of the machines, but also facilitates real-time chats with Breton technicians. Back-end servers running Windows Server and a Microsoft SQL Server database connect with machines and handheld devices to manage design, manufacturing, and inventory processes. Lido has boosted revenue by 70 percent and productivity by 30 percent, while Breton has cut maintenance travel costs by approximately €400,000 (US$524,000) by assisting customers remotely. Overall, the solution is helping Lido realize its potential for innovation while growing its business. Benefits include: Boosts revenue by 70% and increases productivity by 30% with automated, streamlined solution Improves manageability and saves €400,000 (US$524,000) annually in travel costs Increases business volume and results in 67% growth in workforce Better connectivity empowers innovation   *Please click the hyperlink on the company name in the slide to go to the full case study/article.
• #18: Intelligent Systems in Action – State Grid   Slide talk track: The State Grid Corporation of China is the largest electric power transmission company in the world, serving 88% of China’s national territory. In order to cut costs and improve reliability, stability and security, they partnered with ABB Group, a Fortune Global 500 Company, to develop a data acquisition and control system for process automation and monitoring. The solution powered by Windows Server for Embedded Systems reduced their hardware and maintenance costs, reduced environmental impact, was deployed in less than one year, and delivered the improvement in reliability, stability, and security they required. Improved network reliability and security Reduced hardware and maintenance cost Continuous operations and system stability Faster time to market — less than one year Reduced environmental impact   *Please click the hyperlink on the company name in the slide to go to the full case study/article.
• #20: Create The Internet of Your Things: Transforming Your Manufacturing Business with the Internet of Things (Title Slide)   Welcoming comments and introductions   << Note: Be sure to welcome and thank the audience, introduce yourself and your role before you get started with presentation.>>