The Internet of Things (IoT) is a global network of physical devices connected to the Internet — “things” equipped with sensors, detectors, and data transmission devices. These devices are connected through systems for monitoring, control, and information processing centers.
IoT likely emerged as a separate direction in the mid-2000s, when the number of devices connected to the global network exceeded the number of users. According to the Ericsson Mobility Report, today there are more than 16 billion connected devices worldwide. By 2022, this number was expected to reach 29 billion, of which 18 billion would be IoT devices.
More accurately, the Internet of Things connects real-world objects into virtual systems capable of solving a wide variety of tasks. The key idea of the concept is to connect all possible objects to the network and thereby achieve synergy — something like “2 + 2 = 5”.
The Internet of Things significantly transforms personal and social aspects of life, as well as business and entire industries. This technology also has the potential to solve some global challenges. For example, Verizon analyzed that up to 50% of harvested crops never reach the end consumer. This issue can be addressed through automated food logistics systems. Additionally, about 25% of crops can be saved through online weather monitoring. This could be one of the components in solving the global hunger problem. The Internet of Things can also positively impact human health and longevity.
Detailed technical information and implementation guidance for solutions from Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, which help build infrastructure for integrating smart devices into a global network, can be obtained by contacting specialists at InfoTel:
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