In the era of the Internet of Things (IoT), IoT solutions have become a vital strategy for nearly every industry and market. According to recent market research, ten key trends are expected to shape IT in 2018. These trends reflect the growing importance of smart technologies and digital transformation across sectors.
One of the top corporate IT strategies for 2018 is the adoption of IoT platforms and related technologies. This was highlighted by Hubert Yoshida, Global Technology Officer, and Russell Skingsley, Asia Pacific Technical Officer, during the 2018 Asia Pacific Technology Development event. They emphasized that IoT will play a central role in driving business innovation and operational efficiency.
Smart object storage, advanced analytics, AI integration, and the expansion of agile enterprise methods are all set to be major drivers in the coming year. As companies look to leverage IoT, they must ensure that their infrastructure supports seamless data flow and real-time insights.
A key point discussed is the need for businesses to work closely with IT teams to align IoT initiatives with specific business goals. Yoshida stressed that understanding the business context, having the right infrastructure, and accurately simulating real-world operations are essential for building valuable IoT solutions. Choosing the right platform and service provider is therefore critical.
Skingsley added that enterprises should seek open, scalable IoT platforms that can integrate with various technologies. Such platforms not only simplify deployment but also support the development of diverse industrial applications, enabling faster design, testing, and implementation.
Another challenge in digital transformation is data accessibility. Many organizations face issues with data silos, which limit the ability to extract meaningful insights. Data scientists often spend a significant amount of time on data preparation rather than analysis. To address this, the concept of a "data lake" has emerged, but it requires proper cleaning, formatting, and metadata tagging to avoid turning into a "data swamp."
Object storage systems now offer intelligent capabilities, allowing for better search, indexing, and management of unstructured data. Hitachi Content Intelligence, for example, helps extract data from silos and process it efficiently, ensuring consistency and control across the enterprise.
In 2018, analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) will see widespread adoption, with companies realizing tangible returns on investment. IDC reports that by the end of 2017, one-third of Fortune 500 firms had already seen revenue growth from information products exceeding that of traditional offerings.
AI is no longer just a consumer technology; it’s becoming a core part of business operations. Tools like Pentaho Data Integration aim to make machine learning and AI more accessible, enabling developers and engineers to incorporate intelligent automation into their workflows.
Hitachi's Lumada platform supports flexible and standardized connectivity, making it easier to manage IoT-based machine learning models. It is compatible with popular programming languages such as Python, R, and Java, further enhancing its adaptability.
Video analysis is also gaining traction beyond public safety. With the help of AI algorithms, video content can detect events, track movements, and combine with other IoT data sources like GPS or social media. This opens up new opportunities in retail, healthcare, automotive, and more.
Yoshida pointed out that video can provide unique insights, such as 3D motion tracking for autonomous systems or behavior analysis for situational awareness. In retail, for instance, video analytics helps understand customer behavior, optimizing product placement and sales performance.
To fully leverage video analytics, high-quality input is essential. Technologies like noise reduction, image stabilization, and super-resolution enhance the accuracy and usability of video data. With these advancements, video analytics promises improved ROI and actionable insights for businesses.
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