One of the most prominent technologies in recent times is the Internet of Things (IoT). It basically refers to all such objects which are connected to the internet and can share information digitally. We live in a world where computers, mobile phones, kitchen appliances, and other household gadgets are also connected to the internet. While on one hand, the pandemic has restricted human contact, these connected devices are helping keep the connection between humans. In this blog, we explore the top five trends in IoT that are developing for the future.
Here are the top 5 trends in IoT –
Increase Productivity During a Pandemic
With the current work set-up, most of us are working from home. Working out of home is not necessarily the best option as our homes do not have accurate infrastructure for it. However, IoT can make a huge difference with intelligent assistance, virtual platforms, virtual meeting tech, etc. For instance, AI-powered IoT devices like Alexa can help you manage your daily work or calendars. In the manufacturing industry, IoT can streamline processes as most of the steps as human intervention is important. With the help of IoT, one can gain higher controls from a remote location and overcome the barrier of physical presence. Automation in machinery and elsewhere can help carry out tasks without human interference and engineers could intervene as and when required.
Smart Solutions in Healthcare
Experts predict that healthcare investments in IoT will witness a steep increase in the coming future. IoT has been integrated into healthcare sectors with automation for the disabled and elderly, smart gadgets for well-being, smart sensors, telemedicine apps, etc. Moreover, the current pandemic has led to the transformation of healthcare where more facilities with zero-contact norms are encouraged. Especially, in healthcare tech-driven platforms for virtual screenings, consultations, online appointments with doctors are the trend. These factors will help to minimize the risk of infection and limit contact with people. The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over and to sustain the future we need such innovations in the healthcare sector.
Edge Computing
This is another popular trend that is not going to die down anytime soon. Due, to the COVID-19 pandemic edge computing, will be more significant than ever. Edge Computing will help to gather insights and analyze data directly on IoT devices. Two important factors are that edge computing can significantly reduce costs and bandwidth usage
Increased Efficiency in Retail Markets
Retails business has been hard-hit owing to the coronavirus crisis. Physical stores remained shut due to the lockdown regulations and are opening only for basic necessities gradually. However, online markets were the saviour in such times. The future looks promising with automated supermarkets, IoT enabled devices to maintain inventory at the fulfilment centres. All these mechanisms will limit the chances of human-to-human contact and make processes more automated.
Build Smart Cities
Over the years the concept of a smart city has become extremely popular. With the help of IoT technology, we can create a smart city by monitoring and controlling traffic, usage of civic amenities, monitoring public transport, among other things. Smart sensors could be placed at homes and offices like smart meters to check energy consumption. Municipal Corporations could use this innovative technology to improve their services. Also, IoT technology can help us achieve a safer environment.
Undoubtedly, IoT is emerging as a technology that has the potential to change our lives and alter our societies for the coming future.
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