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Is REST the Answer for IIoT?

Fine for web traffic, REST runs into bandwidth, latency, scalability, and other issues when faced with the high speed and data volumes of Industrial IoT.

Is OPC UA the Answer for IIoT?

by Andrew Thomas

OPC UA works well on the plant network. But it cannot ensure the complete isolation of that plant network when connecting to the IIoT.

Is MQTT the Answer for IIoT?

by Andrew Thomas

Although MQTT is being actively promoted for the Industrial IoT, 3 drawbacks raise questions about its suitability for many IIoT systems and scenarios.

Is UDP the Answer for IIoT?

by Andrew Thomas

Often faster than TCP, UDP works well for VOIP and has been suggested as an IIoT protocol. But does it satisfy industrial requirements?

Which Quality of Service (QoS) is Right for IIoT?

by Andrew Thomas

The IIoT demands a higher Quality of Service (QoS) than regular IoT – it demands guaranteed consistency from data source to user.

Remote Control without a Direct Connection

by Andrew Thomas

Is remote control of a system possible through the intermediary of a cloud service? Yes, with the right data protocol and approach.

About Andrew Thomas

Entries by Andrew Thomas

Is REST the Answer for IIoT?

Is OPC UA the Answer for IIoT?

Is MQTT the Answer for IIoT?

Is UDP the Answer for IIoT?

Remote Control without a Direct Connection

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