We've all done it... bought a product that didn't meet our expectations. Were we sold a bill of goods, or did we hear what we wanted to hear?
That has been the case with many industrial IoT systems, which doesn't sit well with Brandon. Because the only reason to have an IoT system is to make educated business decisions.
If you're confused by all the marketing terms surrounding industrial IoT, you're not alone.
Is data funnel, data translation, or remote connect really industrial IoT? What the heck is AIoT?
Brandon clarifies these terms and goes on a BrandRant about how industrial IoT products are marketed. He then provides requirements for a true edge-based MES Gateway Appliance.
Before we delve into the requirements of an edge-based MES Gateway Appliance, we need to have an understanding of what "the edge" is. What defines "the edge?"
Brandon provides his perspective and then his requirements for a true edge-based MES Gateway appliance.
A true edge-based MES Gateway appliance must:
We explore each of these necessary conditions, why it's a requirement, and how it's beneficial.
Stay tuned to hear Brandon's "extra bonus" requirement!
Learn more about elliTek's new automation partners, Pizzato Industrial Control & Safety Devices, https://www.ellitek.com/pizzato-distributor, and Honeywell barcode scanners and Intermec printers, https://www.ellitek.com/distribution.
Don't forget Brandon's Robot🤖 Challenge! If anything was possible, what challenges if overcome with a robotic system, could change your entire production outlook when it comes to labor needs?
Send your challenge to info@elliTek.com. We can't wait to hear from you!
Here's the link to the Safety podcast, https://www.ellitek.com/podcast/episode/4dcfd87b/industrial-automation-it-doesnt-have-to-be-unsafe.
Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek will meet you there!
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