Recently, Clarion Energy’s publication, Smart Energy International featured an article by Open Connectivity Foundation™ (OCF) members, Wouter van der Beek, Technical Leader at Cisco Systems, Bruno Johnson, CEO at Cascoda. The article, titled “Digital Transformation Using OCF Core Framework,” discusses the importance of a multidisciplinary approach when considering Internet of Things (IoT) implementation.
In order for the IoT to have seamless communication, an advanced model of IP connectivity should be used. To achieve seamless communication in this way, there are six primary points for wholistic IoT execution, including:
- An understanding that IoT security is systemic
- An awareness that interoperability is critical
- A systematic approach to testing
- A thorough cost/benefit analysis
- Comprehensive documentation
- An understanding of performance benefits