Internet Of Things
                     What it is 
Internet Of Things
And why it matters
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a 
vast number of “things” that are 
connected to the internet so they can 
share data with other things – IoT 
applications, connected devices, 
     Introduction- industrial machines and more. Internet-
connected devices use built-in sensors to 
collect data and, in some cases, act on it. 
IoT connected devices and machines can 
improve how we work and live.
Real-world Internet of Things examples 
range from a smart home that 
automatically adjusts heating and lighting 
to a smart factory that monitors industrial 
machines to look for problems, then 
 automatically adjusts to avoid failures.
The term “Internet of Things” was coined by 
entrepreneur Kevin Ashton, one of the founders of 
History of the Internet of the Auto-ID Center at MIT. Ashton was part of a 
Things team that discovered how to link objects to the 
internet through an RFID tag. He first used the 
phrase “Internet of Things” in a 1999 presentation 
– and it has stuck around ever since.
Ashton may have been first to use the term 
Internet of Things, but the concept of connected 
devices – particularly connected machines – has 
been around for a long time. 
Where is using 
IOT? Many industries use IoT to understand consumer needs in 
real time, become more responsive, improve machine and 
system quality on the fly, streamline operations and 
discover innovative ways to operate as part of their digital 
transformation efforts.
Very known industries
● Retail
● Manufacturing
● Health care
● Transporation and logistic
● Energy
IoT unites data, analytics and 
marketing processes across locations. 
Retailers capture IoT data from in-
store and digital channels and apply 
analytics (including artificial RETAIL
intelligence, or AI) for real-time, 
contextual listening and to understand 
behavior patterns and preferences. 
They often use IoT connected devices 
like RFID inventory tracking chips, 
cellular and Wi-Fi systems, beacons and 
smart shelves in their Internet of 
Things strategy.
IoT connects all phases of the Industrial 
Internet of Things (IIoT) process – from 
supply chain to delivery – for a cohesive 
view of production, process and product 
data. Advanced IoT sensors in factory 
machines or warehouse shelves, along 
with big data analytics and predictive 
modeling, can prevent defects and 
downtime, maximize equipment 
performance, cut warranty costs, boost 
production yield and enhance the customer 
experience.
Manufacturing
IoT technology captures data streaming 
in real time from the Internet of Medical 
Things (IoMT) – such as wearables and Health Care
other medical connected devices that 
monitor exercise, sleep and other health 
habits. This IoT data enables precise 
diagnoses and treatment plans, improves 
patient safety and outcomes, and 
streamlines care delivery.
IoT with geofence-enabled location 
intelligence and AI, deployed across the 
value chain, can deliver greater efficiency 
and reliability for transportation and logistics 
companies. This technology can improve Transportation & 
service quality, reduce downtime and boost 
customer satisfaction. It can also enhance Logistics
safety and reduce costs by managing, 
tracking and monitoring connected vehicles, 
freight and other mobile assets in real time.
The Internet of Things helps providers 
deliver reliable, fair-priced services and                Energy
products. IoT connected devices and 
machines predict problems before they 
occur. Distributed grid resources like 
solar and wind are integrated through 
IoT. And behavior data – such as that 
collected from smart homes – improves 
convenience and security, and informs 
development of customized services.
With the Internet of Things 
(IoT), we can understand 
the context (the time and 
place of the customer) to 
identify when we’re certain 
the customer needs help or 
an incentive to purchase, 
and we can respond 
proactively.
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