Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Industry Overview
The industrial internet of things market is fragmented as the majority of manufacturing companies across the world are using IoT after the current evolution of industry 4.0. This makes the market highly competitive and allows companies to provide services in IoT. Some of the key developments in the market are:
April 2023 - Siemens has introduced its global open digital business platform Siemens Xcelerator, aiming to rapidly and broadly unlock digitalisation benefits for its Canadian customers. This platform expedites digital transformation in value generation across various sectors such as industry, buildings, grids, and mobility. Siemens Xcelerator's expanding marketplace facilitates seamless interactions and transactions among customers, partners, and developers. It simplifies digital transformation by providing a curated portfolio of IoT-enabled hardware, software, and digital services adhering to design principles like interoperability, flexibility, and openness as a service. The platform collaborates with critical parameters, including Dexterra Group, are Canadian facilities and operations management company.
July 2023 - Honeywell has announced its acquisition of SCADAfence, which specializes in cyber security solutions for monitoring extensive operational technology (OT) Internet of Things (IoT) networks. SCADAfence is known for its expertise in asset discovery, threat detection, and security governance, crucial elements for cyber security initiatives in industrial and building management.
Moreover, the SCADAfence product lineup is set to seamlessly become part of the Honeywell Forge Cybersecurity+ suite within Honeywell Connected Enterprise. This strategic move aligns with Honeywell’s emphasis on digitalization, sustainability, and OT cyber security SaaS solutions. The integration empowers Honeywell to deliver a comprehensive enterprise OT cyber security solution, catering to site managers, operations management, and CISOs in their quest for enhanced security management in situational awareness. Furthermore, this acquisition reinforces Honeywell’s cyber security prowess and enhances its rapidly expanding OT cyber security portfolio, improving operational security, reliability, and customer efficiency.
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Market Leaders
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General Electric Company
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Oracle Corporation
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SAP SE
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Honeywell International Inc.
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IBM Corporation
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
