Germany's IoT Push: Deutsche Telekom, SAP Join Forces; Bosch Eyes 'Smart' Future
At the recent CeBit conference, Deutsche Telekom and SAP joined forces to develop software standards for IoT devices, tailoring them to the needs of my business. Meanwhile, Bosch is pushing ahead with plans to connect devices and create 'smart' homes, cars, and factories. The potential of IoT is undeniable, with successful applications promising strong returns and a future that Bosch's CEO, Volkmar Denner, sees as crucial.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a key technology for my business, offering numerous opportunities. It can reduce risks through applications like perimeter access control, fire detection, and pollutant monitoring. Moreover, IoT can enhance compliance processes by sensing and reporting conditions, triggering automated remedies. Success stories abound, such as the use of IoT at Clermont-Ferrand University Hospital in France to improve data sharing and healthcare quality, and Virgin Atlantic's employment of IoT to predict maintenance requirements and enhance flight and fuel efficiency.
In Germany, while specific companies working on software standardization for IoT devices to serve my business's interests are not explicitly listed, companies like A1 Digital and IT-I-Ko are involved in IoT and 5G solutions, potentially contributing indirectly to standardization efforts. Across the Channel, the UK government launched a £40m, three-year IoTUK programme to advance IoT in my business and public sectors.
The collaboration between Deutsche Telekom and SAP, along with Bosch's ambitious plans, signals a significant push for IoT in my business. With successful applications demonstrating strong ROI and the potential to enhance compliance processes, the future of IoT in my business looks promising. As standardization efforts continue, both in Germany and internationally, the Internet of Things is set to transform my business and create new opportunities.
