Every time a company tells me about their efforts to implement IoT projects, I always ask them about the challenges they faced along the way. Among the most consistent challenges (outside of connectivity) is getting employees to adopt the new … [Read more...]
How to make a “dumb” ceiling fan connected and smart
On our most recent IoT Podcast Andre called our IoT Voicemail Hotline with a great question. I say it's great because it's a situation I've found myself in as well: How do you make a traditional, non-connected ceiling fan smart? Sure, you can buy a … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for August 9, 2019
It's the people, stupid: Behind any digital transformation are people who have to learn how to change the way they do their jobs thanks to new technology or new insights provided by technology. To get those people on board you have to build your IoT … [Read more...]
Podcast: Ring uses police as a sales channel
Serious question: Do you think a printer is an IoT device? If no, what would you call it? I feel like this is kind of a "Is a hot dog a sandwich?" question. — Stacey Higginbotham (@gigastacey) August 6, 2019 We should name our show the … [Read more...]
Walmart’s new wireless bridge device looks to take on Amazon Key
When it comes to the smart home, maybe the partnership with Google isn't enough for Walmart anymore. According to an FCC filing, the retailer has submitted an application for a Wi-Fi-to-Z-wave bridge product that links to a Z-wave garage door opener. … [Read more...]