The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly expanding within networking and finding increasing use across various sectors such as healthcare and retail. This expansion is attributed to the valuable security and cost-saving benefits provided by new forms of sensors.

These sensors enable capabilities like enhanced inventory management and improved products, reducing the complexity of task-specific networks, cutting costs for duplicative IoT devices, minimizing resource utilization, and introducing new processes and technologies such as automation. Additionally, these solutions address a wide range of use cases, from remote sensor data collection in agricultural fields to providing internet access for moving trains.

Key products in this field include Heavy Duty Access Points (Wi-Fi or URWB), Wireless backhaul models, Power injectors, adapters, and mounting accessories, Rugged AP and Client (URWB) designed for moving machines and vehicles, Edge Compute appliance for URWB, and DNA-C and IOT Operations Center. The Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) stands out for its high-speed mobility, low latency, and carrier-grade availability, making it ideal for assets that are constantly moving.

Additionally, Cisco has introduced a new “Industrial Wireless (IW) Service” that offers cloud-based scalable provisioning and management of IW devices, ensuring secure and efficient operations even in offline environments. With robust support for extreme environmental conditions and advanced networking capabilities, Cisco’s industrial solutions enable businesses to effectively optimize their IoT infrastructure.

As the IoT landscape continues to evolve, Cisco remains at the forefront, delivering innovative and reliable hardware to support the growing demands of connected industries.