The Internet of Things (IoT)

What is IoT?
• The Internet of Things (IoT) is the network of physical objects—
devices, vehicles, buildings and other items embedded with electronics,
software, sensors, and network connectivity—that enables these objects
to collect and exchange data.
• IoT involves extending internet connectivity beyond standard devices,
such as desktops, laptops, smartphones and tablets, to any range of non-
internet-enabled physical devices and everyday objects. Embedded with
technology, these devices can communicate and interact over the
internet, and they can be remotely monitored and controlled.
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• One of the top most initiatives in the form of Digital India Program of
the Government which aims at ‘transforming India into digital
empowered society and knowledge economy’, is expected to provide
the required impetus for development of the IoT industry ecosystem in
the country.
• With the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT), the number of
connected sensors soon will reach trillions, working with billions of
intelligent systems involving in-numerous applications will drive new
consumer and business behaviour. The demand for increasingly
intelligent industry solutions based on IoT will drive trillions of dollars
in opportunity for IT industry and even more for the companies that
take advantage of the IoT
Objectives
• To create an IoT industry in India of USD 15 billion by 2020. It has
been assumed that India would have a share of 5-6% of global IoT
industry.
• To undertake Research & development for all the assisting
technologies.
• To develop IoT products specific to Indian needs in all possible
domains.
• To undertake capacity development (Human & Technology) for IoT
specific skill-sets for domestic and international markets.
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Threat vs Opportunity
• If misunderstood and misconfigured, IoT poses risk to our
data, privacy, and safety
• If understood and secured, IoT will enhance
communications, lifestyle, and delivery of services
Recommendations
• Accommodate IoT with existing practices such as
• Policies, Procedures, & Standards.
• Awareness Training.
• Strengthen partnerships with researchers, vendors, and
procurement department.