IBM Advances Internet of Things Efforts

IBM has stated that it will invest $3 billion over the next four years to create a new Internet of Things (IoT) unit that will create a new cloud-based open platform for the network.

With industry specific cloud data services and developer tools, the company states it will build on its expertise to help clients and partners integrate data from the IoT and traditional sources.

The company is planning to offer:

• IMB IoT Open Cloud Platform for Industries: These analytics services are available to clients and partners to design and deliver IoT solutions.
• IBM Bluemix IoT Zone: Part of IBM's Bluemix Platform-as-a-Serivce, this zone will enable developers to integrate IoT data into applications.
• IBM IoT Ecosystem: The company will expand its network of industry-oriented solution providers.

“Our knowledge of the world grows with every connected sensor and device, but too often we are not acting on it, even when we know we can ensure a better result,” said Bob Picciano, senior vice president, IBM Analytics. “IBM will enable clients and industry partners apply IoT data to build solutions based on an open platform. This is a major focus of investment for IBM because it’s a rich and broad-based opportunity where innovation matters.”

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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.