The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the fastest growing sectors in the tech industry. Most of the IoT projects currently being developed or already enjoying success in the marketplace are new and unprecedented creations or “Greenfield” devices. However, integrating connectivity and data collection into “Brownfield” or pre-existing, legacy devices, offers even greater potential for businesses growth.
Because Greenfield products are new, their manufacturers don’t have to contend with the limitations that legacy software and hardware impose. With a clean slate, they have the freedom to choose any and all tools that fit their needs.
Brownfield devices, on the other hand, have years of research and development, a track record of reliable performance, consist of proprietary systems, and have production lines already in place. To throw that all away and start over from scratch is often an insurmountable obstacle to implementing IoT integration. This is why manufacturers favor solutions that are additive rather than one that requires replacement or redesign.
The Northern Apex IoT Tech Control Platforms are solutions allowing the integration of connectivity and data collection for new or pre-existing devices without requiring a redesign of the product, device or equipment. They are designed to give control of IoT networks at the edge, which follows a trending shift in IoT system design. This allows real-time data processing and saves on overall bandwidth.
