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We are currently navigating the information age, with the Internet of Things (IoT) playing a pivotal role. But what exactly is IoT? It refers to the vast network of devices worldwide that are connected to the internet, capable of capturing and analyzing data to take informed actions based on that analysis.

Whether we are dealing with a new IoT device, a groundbreaking solution, or an established IoT application, several elements remain consistent: we can draw valuable insights from leading examples in smart urban development and healthcare to understand both current and future applications. Moreover, the secure deployment and management of these devices is absolutely critical.

Developing Smart Cities with IoT

By leveraging IoT, machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and various other technologies, cities can realize their aspirations and pave the way for a brighter future. The primary motivations for creating smart cities include the need to respond to data effectively, attract residents by enhancing service delivery, and promote environmental sustainability. Achieving these goals necessitates data integration, public-private partnerships, and the application of predictive analytics.

At Amazon IXD – VGT2, our partners, including Contino and Vizalytics Technology, collaborated with Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) to create dashboards that provide near real-time insights and actionable recommendations. As a result, TfNSW can now forecast patronage across its entire transport network, enhancing workforce planning and asset utilization while improving customer satisfaction. This solution employs ML for real-time decision-making and fosters digital innovation through public-private collaboration.

We also encourage participation in the AWS City on a Cloud Challenge, which is currently active, and we anticipate many innovative submissions from our partners and clients. For more insights into IoT applications in smart cities, join us for the session “Utilizing Cloud Technology for Smart City Vision” at the upcoming AWS Public Sector Summit Online.

Healthcare’s IoT Revolution

The healthcare sector is witnessing a remarkable surge in IoT applications. According to Business Insider, the market for IoT healthcare technology is expected to reach $400 billion by 2022. This growth is driven by the technology’s potential to provide greater access to healthcare, facilitate remote diagnostics, and create comprehensive health profiles that enhance decision-making. However, the implementation of IoT in healthcare requires time for training and adoption, while prioritizing security and compliance is essential.

To address these challenges, Philips, an AWS Partner, has developed the HealthSuite Digital Platform (HSDP) on AWS. This platform offers a suite of services that assist clients in supporting legacy applications and developing innovative solutions. It also provides tools for access management, scalable IoT services, and data management. For instance, Ypsomed Delivery Systems, a manufacturer of medication delivery devices for clinical trials, utilized Philips HSDP to tackle issues related to remote device management and compliance with privacy regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR. Ypsomed reported that they expedited their development process, creating their solution from inception in just five months by leveraging Philips HSDP on AWS.

Ensuring Secure IoT Deployment

With the proliferation of IoT devices comes an increase in vulnerabilities; thus, robust compliance, governance, and device integrity are paramount. At AWS, our commitment to security remains unwavering. When discussing IoT security, three key considerations arise:

1. Availability: Ensure access when needed.
2. Confidentiality: Comply with governance and regulatory standards.
3. Integrity: Trust the data from the IoT devices.

For example, Saildrone, an AWS Advanced Public Sector Partner and designer of wind and solar-powered ocean drones, achieved the first autonomous circumnavigation of Antarctica, providing critical insights into ocean and climate dynamics. They accomplished this by ensuring that data from their drones was accessible, confidential, and reliable. The data collected during the Antarctic mission was transmitted in real time and stored securely in the AWS Cloud.

Twenty days after completing the mission, high-resolution raw data was offloaded from the drones for scientists and stakeholders to access and analyze. Saildrone has made this data publicly available for download in NetCDF format from their custom data portal hosted on AWS, data.saildrone.com. NetCDF is a self-describing file format that encapsulates both the data and essential metadata for interpretation. Saildrone has collaborated with the scientific community over several years to ensure proper calibration of their sensors and has conducted extensive at-sea comparisons with established standards.

Furthermore, Saildrone utilizes services such as AWS IoT Core and AWS IoT Device Management, which are now accessible on AWS GovCloud (US), a preferred choice for many customers looking to enhance their IoT security. For more information on improving your organization’s security posture with AWS, don’t miss the AWS Public Sector Summit Online on October 20.

Bringing It All Together

Recently, I had the opportunity to discuss the top three essential trends in IoT at IoT Slam ‘20, hosted by the IoT Community. AWS proudly sponsors the IoT Community, recognized as the world’s largest and longest-standing CxO network for senior business leaders and IoT professionals. If you are interested in delving deeper into IoT, consider joining the IoT Community or the AWS Partner Network and explore the IoT competency. You can find a variety of IoT partners with extensive domain expertise and edge-to-cloud solutions built on AWS.

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