IoT
Supply chain & logistics – Spotlight on 5 key evolving trends
This topic casts a spotlight on some of the key evolving supply chain & logistics trends as well as briefly introduces some of the key enablers that would support value chain players in their optimization and/or transformation efforts
Cold chain optimization & transformation: Spotlight on key initiatives (Part 2)
This segment outlines some of the key initiatives value chain players can explore in optimizing and/or transforming aspects of their cold chain operations
Data-on-wheels: Why connected vehicle data ownership & access matters (Part 1)
This article explores key connected vehicle data categories as well as the significance of data ownership & access in the development of connected propositions
Commercial Drones – Role of NGN/5G and wireless carriers (Part 2)
This segment aims to explore key connectivity protocols required for a successful commercial drone paradigm and peek into the potential role of telecom wireless carriers
NGN (5G), eSIM & blockchain – A trifecta for telco carriers & operators
This segment introduces the 3 key initiatives – NGN (5G), eSIM, Blockchain – that could support telco carriers through their transformative journey
Retiring the L-wallet… One m-Transaction at a time
The following post focuses on the In-Store m-Transaction component of the broader m-Pay & m-Commerce solutions within emerged markets (particularly U.S)… examples of which include Apple Pay, Google Pay, LoopPay, et al. The dreaded ‘F-word’… …Fragmentation is a familiar ‘problem’ whenever a new trend is initiated from within the technology …
How addressing the 1-2-3 stages of ‘Wiifm’ could enhance consumer engagement
That thought when you clean the drawer only to discover that long-abandoned wearable – “Why did I abandon this again? Oh yeah… it never addressed my Wiifm needs” This post explores how consumer IoT value chain players could address one of their crucial ongoing challenges – …
Exploring revenue potentials of the Connected Vehicle segment
Continuing from Part 1, where we explored the monetization framework for Connected Vehicles, Part 2 dwells into the key segments & extended IoT monetization potentials Concept of CSAP The Connected Solution Aggregators & Partners (CSAP) provides the industry with an End-2-End solution…which includes hardware (sensors), connectivity (wireless), support (dealer network, …
The CSAP [Connected Solution Aggregators & Partners] group could provide a seamless unified connected vehicle solution for one simple contractual fee
Yes! One vulnerable smart camera can wreck havoc across an entire smart home IoT ecosystem
This topic casts a spotlight on consumer smart home / IoT ecosystem security
Today’s Smart Home is ‘Semi-Smart’ at best
The first post in a multi-segment series aims to outline one of the views on Connected & Smart Homes and the journey towards achieving the ultimate home… The Autonomous Home! Journey towards a Truly Smart Home ❶ Starts with the Connected Home… Connected Home …
How an IoT button could enhance QSR Drive-Thru customer experience (Part 2)
This second segment briefly explores the IoT button design concept, user interface (UI) & experience (UX) and potential peripheral opportunities this concept may present to value chain partners in the long run The 2nd installment continues from the first segment that introduced the how …
How Amazon Go could benefit… Amazon
Amazon hasn’t been an e-Commerce entity for a while BUT actually an omni-service provider that is one step closer to becoming an omni-lifestyle entity To me; Amazon Go is a clear indication of the importance of Retail Ecosystems; a topic that I would share …
Revenue Potentials from Connected Vehicles (Part 1)
So you’ve been reading… … that Connected Vehicles are no longer bound to Hollywood movies… but in fact have moved beyond the imaginative rides of Herbie the Love Bug, Knightrider’s KITT & Dark Knight’s Tumbler into the realms of reality The newswires are abuzz with – – …
How IoT-button can enhance Drive-Thru customer experience (Part 1)
Smartphones & broader tech has been changing nearly every facet of the quick-service (fast food) industry… and now it is IoT‘s turn to do it’s bit From the success of smartphone ordering through to Geo-fence based coupons and even smart fryers; the fast food …
How smart bulbs help the assisted living
IoT devices & solutions that are ‘nice-to-have’ for some… could actually be ‘need-to-have’ for others! Consumer IoT – A tale of ‘nice-to-have’ vs. ‘need-to-have’ Consumer IoT products are akin to most other cyclic / discretionary product sets where the user’s purchase intent often has …
5 Emerging Trends – Smart Home Security
For the purposes of this post, Smart Home Security is a part of the broader Consumer Internet of Things (IoT) solutions; as opposed to Industrial IoT solutions 5 Emerging Trends 1. Smartphones & Apps are enabling adoption of simplified Home Security solutions Pop quiz: What …
Commercial Drones – Role of 5G and Wireless Carriers (Part 2)
Continuing from Part 1, the following post aims to explore key connectivity protocols required for a successful commercial Drone paradigm and peek into the potential role of Wireless Carriers Connectivity Initially; Commercial Drones are expected to operate within visual range (by a manned pilot); ultimately though; greater cost & process efficiencies could only be …
Emerging Trends in Consumer IoT Solutions
For the purposes of this post, the conversation refers to Consumer connected Internet of Things (IoT) solutions; as opposed to Industrial IoT solutions Challenges to Consumer IoT adoption 1. Connected Fragmentation & Isolated Ecosystem A plethora of entities have been investing in consumer connected IoT solutions; …
Robotics & Autonomous Solutions in Customer Facing Environment
Autonomous & Robotic solutions have been making human’s lives easier since a better part of the 20th century Industrial Robotics are the mainstay of Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain & Warehousing industries who depend on their high precision, low error margins, cost effective alternative & ‘tireless’ operation relative to their …
Role VR/AR play in Retailer’s Digital Transformation
One of the most explored technology today is Virtual / Augmented Reality Both VR/AR aim to bring an immersive & interactive experience of the virtual world to the user in their own ways With VR, the user is ‘teleported’ into a virtual world wherein all of their interactions provide a ‘realistic feel’ with …
Commercial Drones – Key Deployment Scenarios & Challenges (Part 1)
Drones; akin to almost every other emerging Industrial IoT solution (different from it’s Consumer IoT brethren); present virtually endless commercial applications due to their relatively small size and ability to be piloted remotely (autonomously or with the aid of a pilot) Part 1 focuses on 5 commercial drone deployment scenarios and related challenges Aside …