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Top 4 considerations for choosing an IoT platform-enabled solution

  An IoT, i.e. Internet of Things platform is made of multi-layer technology. It enables provisioning, management and automation of devices straightforwardly connected within the IoT universe. In layman's language, it connects your hardware to the cloud by using flexible connectivity options while providing security mechanisms and data processing powers. With the growing IoT application enablement space, many private and public sector organizations intend to launch secure and powerful IoT solutions. To accomplish the same, they are opting for IoT PES or platform -enabled solution vendors for cost-effective and practical solutions. Unfortunately, not all IoT platform -enabled solution vendors are equally qualified. As per the research conducted by MachNation, organizations should select their PES vendors after taking the four points mentioned below into consideration. 1. Time-to-market The rapid pace with which an enterprise can launch its IoT solution refers to its time-to-ma

5 Ways Retailers Can Improve Retail Store Energy Efficiency

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  The retail chain accounts for a significant portion of the total energy costs of the entire commercial sector in our country. As such, efficient energy-saving techniques can help retailers cut down on their operational costs while reducing their negative impact on the environment too.   Many key areas present multiple opportunities for store owners to reduce to improve their retail energy efficiency . Here’s a closer look at the same. ·          Lighting Well-designed and brightly-lit stores are generally very appealing to potential customers. In many ways, the attractive presentation of a store’s products and services can define its success in the long run. Following are some effective ways through which retailers can improve their retail energy efficiency while still receiving a solid footfall: o    Keeping lights switched off when they are not needed, ideally through automated technologies o    Opting for energy-efficient lighting options like LEDs instead of traditio