HOW TO LEAD IN IIOT

Internet of Things Spending
Worldwide spending on the Internet of
Things (IoT) is expected to reach $745
billion in 2019.
Worldwide IoT spending will maintain a
double-digit annual growth rate
throughout the 2017-2022 forecast
period and surpass the $1 trillion mark in
2022.
Industrial Internet of Things
How does one lead the way in
Industrial IoT (IIOT)?
Source: IDC's Worldwide Semiannual Internet of Things Spending Guide, January 2019

ways to lead:
1. Create technical innovations
2. Ride the momentum
3. Elevate your thought leadership status
4. Develop testbeds
5. Form business partnerships and networks
6. Amplify your message
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Create technical innovations
#1

No single company or
organization is going to
“win” in the industrial
internet revolution

Collaborate to create
transformative solutions to
complex problems

Influence industry
standards - pave the
way for others

Gain recognition by participating in a
globally recognized ecosystem

Be the guiding light to customers planning their IIoT
strategy:
Project Explorer in the Resource HubTM
hub.iiconsortium.org

Deliver guidance found in the Resource Hub
• Actionable intelligence
• Testbed insights
• Directory of IIoT experts
• Collaboratively developed:
• architecture,
• frameworks,
• best practices &
• tools
 Essential tools for navigating the IIoT
hub.iiconsortium.org

Ride the momentum
#2

The IIC helps
businesses monetize
that momentum…

Gain credibility and validation in the industry
through the company you keep

Elevate your thought
leadership status
#3

Play a major role in
the future of the
industrial internet

Accept the open
invitation to define best
practices in the industry

Gain external visibility and market credibility

Visibility - Exclusively for IIC Members
Authorship – publish industry resources and articles
Media & Analyst Briefings – gain broad exposure
Speakers Bureau – receive global speaking opportunities
Webinars – present innovative topics to world-wide audience
Exhibit – secure choice floor locations at major industry events

Direct access to testbeds in development
• Sneak preview of innovations
• Contribute your solution in early test stages

Show off your
technology and
make your
presence known at
industry events at
relatively low cost

Develop testbeds
#4

Through testbeds,
find an immediate
array of ecosystem
partners with
products, technology
and expertise

Testbeds provide the opportunity to influence the
direction of the industrial internet, requirements
and technologies.
 Explore untested technologies or existing technologies working together
 Influence standards and drive multi-vendor interoperability
 Initiate innovations and rigorously test to ascertain usefulness and
viability before going to market

Testbed outcomes
and results are
promoted through
social channels and
events

Participation in testbeds can produce
a positive effect on your brand
There is worldwide and industry recognition
in participating in an IIC Approved Testbed

Form business partnerships
and networks
#5

Find new business development opportunities by
forming collaborative relationships

Take advantage of the a
vibrant ecosystem by
networking with business
partners AND potential
customers

Members of the IIC ecosystem
• Meet face-to-face four times a year: Meetings in Europe, Asia and North America
• Host weekly and bi-weekly conference calls to collaborate to produce essential
industry resources
• Oversee the planning of the leading IoT event: IOT Solutions World Congress
• Network at industry events
• Host testbed plugfests

Amplify your message
#6

Promote your organization’s work via IIC’s channels…

Member Activities:
• Press Releases
• White Paper Publications
• Events
• Awards
Amplified on IIC channels

Deliver Your Message at IIC-Hosted Public Forums

Exhibit
Network
Lead
@
Industry
Tradeshows

We are all about forward-thinking here…

…keeping ahead of the
curve, gaining strategic
advantage.
Leading the industry.

The Industrial Internet
Consortium leads the
industrial internet
revolution.
Just ask our members!

“IIC is where the
Industrial Internet
community comes
together.”
- Large Industry Member -
“Without the IIC, I
can’t find another
way of getting the
ecosystem together
to work on common
IIoT problems.”
- Infosys -

“Testbeds are a core
element for the
development and
innovation around
the Industrial
Internet of Things.”
- Dell EMC -
“These testbeds are
incredibly valuable to
us. They bring IoT out
of the realm of
abstract theory and
turn it into hands-on
applications.”
- B&R Industrial Automation -

“Joining the Industrial
Internet Consortium has
expanded our horizons,
our connections, and our
knowledge in the realm of
the IIoT.”
- WIBU-SYSTEMS AG -
“The bang for the
buck is really
outstanding.”
- Rubicon Labs -

“If you’re interested
in IoT, or Industrial
IoT, IIC is the best
place to be.”
- Electric Imp, Inc. -

ways to lead in IIoT:
1. Create technical innovations
2. Ride the momentum
3. Elevate your thought leadership status
4. Develop testbeds
5. Form business partnerships and networks
6. Amplify your message
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Join us in leading the IIoT.
For more information on Industrial
Internet Consortium activities, visit
www.iiconsortium.org and
email us at info@iiconsortium.org