Implementing cellular IoT solutions for digital transformation : successfully develop, deploy, and maintain LTE and 5G enterprise IoT systems / Dennis McCain.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McCain, Dennis, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Internet of things.

Wireless communication systems.

Business enterprises--Computer networks--Management.

Business enterprises.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (202 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Birmingham, England : Packt Publishing, Limited, [2023]

Biography/History:

McCain Dennis: Dennis McCain is an IoT lead member of technical staff at AT&T and holds a master of science degree in electrical engineering from Texas A&M University. Dennis is the subject matter expert for IoT devices in the AT&T IoT business and has over 20 years of wireless technology experience with a focus on IoT, working in various roles in many markets, including utility smart energy, smart buildings, smart industrial, transportation and logistics, and smart homes.

Summary:

A pragmatic handbook on IoT technologies and markets that will guide you in implementing cellular IoT solutions as part of an enterprise's digital transformation affecting both operational cost savings and new business models. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format. Key Features Understand all the critical aspects of a cellular IoT solution with this practical guide Identify key enterprise IoT market requirements and IoT business cases Develop robust end-to-end cellular IoT solutions with the help of best practices and case studies Book Description Even if you're an IoT technology manager with a sound understanding of wireless local area network technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, you may face many unique challenges when implementing a wireless wide area network (WWAN) IoT solution with cellular technologies with respect to choosing the optimal IoT device, cellular connectivity, and architecture. To help you overcome such roadblocks, this digital transformation book guides you in implementing a robust, end-to-end cellular IoT solution using best practices for all aspects of managing the IoT solution. Starting with an introduction to the top IoT markets and solutions in the context of an enterprise's digital transformation, this book will show you how this leads to cost savings and new business models. You'll grasp all you need to know about the IoT system components, life cycle, and best practices for implementing an IoT solution. While the book explains all the leading IoT wireless technologies, the focus is on LTE and 5G cellular technologies. With a review of real-world cellular IoT solution case studies and future IoT trends, you'll be ready to work with wireless IoT technologies, devices, and architectures. By the end of this book, you'll be able to identify the best wireless technologies for your IoT use cases and successfully implement cellular IoT solutions addressing key issues in the solution life cycle. What you will learn Understand how IoT enables an enterprise's digital transformation Discover the applications of various IoT wireless technologies Explore IoT devices, architectures, and real-world use cases Dive deep into LTE and 5G cellular technologies and how they enable IoT Build a privacy and security framework in an IoT solution Select the best components for a cellular IoT enterprise solution Overcome challenges in the IoT solution life cycle Examine new cellular IoT technologies, trends, and business models Who this book is for This book is for IoT technology managers, leaders, C-suite executives, and decision-makers considering or currently developing IoT solutions based on wireless/cellular technologies such as LTE and 5G. You'll be able to make the most of this book if you understand the importance of IoT connectivity in the context of its applications.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright and Credit

Dedicated

Foreword

Contributors

Table of Contents

Preface

Part 1: Entering the World of the Internet of Things

Chapter 1: Transforming to an IoT Business

Understanding IoT technologies

Leveraging IoT for digital transformation

Monitoring and managing assets and inventory

Increasing operational efficiencies and productivity

Creating smart factories

New business opportunities

Improving the customer experience

Understanding IoT markets

Transportation

Supply chain logistics

Industrial and manufacturing

Healthcare

Energy/utilities

Summary

Chapter 2: Understanding IoT Devices and Architectures

High-level IoT architecture

The link layer

The network layer

The transport layer

The application layer

The data format

The cellular IoT network architecture

The UE

eNodeB

EPC

An overview of IoT device types and use cases

Serial modems

Routers

Gateways

Remote monitoring devices

Asset trackers

Best practices

Leveraging off-the-shelf technology components

Leveraging established IoT technology partners

Planning on solution life cycle management

Slow and steady wins the race

Security is paramount

Chapter 3: Introducing IoT Wireless Technologies

Licensed versus unlicensed technologies

Network topologies

WWAN and WLAN IoT technologies

Bluetooth/BLE

Wi-Fi

LoRa and LoRaWAN

LR-WPAN (IEEE 802.15.4)

Technical and cost comparisons

Frequency spectrum

Range

Power consumption

Data throughput

Module cost

Wireless technology use cases

LoRa

LR-WPAN

Best practices in deploying IoT wireless technologies

1. Consider the network coverage required

2. Consider the long-term network maintenance/support required.

3. Leverage existing network infrastructure

Part 2: Deep Dive into Cellular IoT Solutions

Chapter 4: Leveraging Cellular IoT Technologies

The evolution of cellular technology

LTE technologies

LTE network

LTE radio technology

LTE technology ecosystem

LTE IoT use cases

LTE LPWA design and best practices

PSM and eDRX low-power features

LTE LPWA best practices

LTE LPWA use cases

Chapter 5: Validating 5G with IoT

Overview of 5G

5G network architecture

5G radio technology

5G frequency spectrum

5G network slicing

5G and IoT

5G NR RedCap

5G use cases

Industrial automation (Industry 4.0)

Remote surgery

Smart vehicles (autonomous vehicles and V2X)

VR/AR

Best practices in 5G solutions

5G network carriers

5G private networks

5G IoT devices

Chapter 6: Reviewing Cellular IoT Devices with Use Cases

Cellular IoT device architecture

Processing unit

Cellular module

SIM

RF

Power unit

Sensors

Input/output

WLAN radios

Cellular IoT device types

Alarm panel

Camera

Computer - in vehicle

Emergency phone

Hotspot

Lighting

Medical telematics

Metering

Modem - embedded

mPERS

POS

Remote control device

Rugged handheld

Smart home

Tracking

Vehicle telematics control unit

Vehicle OBD II

Vending telemetry

Wearable

Cellular IoT device carrier certifications

Edge computing

Best practices in cellular IoT devices

Buying versus building

Carrier certification

Device management

Chapter 7: Securing the Internet of Things

An overview of the IoT security ecosystem

IoT security challenges

Threats to IoT devices and solutions

Proposed IoT security framework

Endpoint layer

Network layer

Application layer.

Best practices for securing IoT devices

IoT device hardware security

IoT device software security

IoT device OS security

IoT device connectivity interface security

IoT device network connectivity security

IoT device Wi-Fi security

Chapter 8: Implementing an IoT Solution with Case Studies

Exploring the IoT solution business cases

Connected Cooler

Smart Label

Investigating the IoT device architectures

Analyzing the network architectures

Lessons learned

Piloting the solution

Life cycle management

Part 3: Cellular IoT Solution Life Cycle and Future Trends

Chapter 9: Managing the Cellular IoT Solution Life Cycle

The challenges of IoT life cycle management

IoT devices

IoT wireless services

IoT platforms

The cellular IoT life cycle

Designing and planning

Provisioning

Deployment

Monitoring and management

Sunset

The designing and planning stage

Chapter 10: Looking at the Road Ahead

Emerging cellular IoT technologies

Private LTE and 5G CBRS networks

iUICC and eUICC SIM technologies

IoT SAFE

IoT trends and business models

AI and ML

Interoperability of IoT solutions

A social and ethical IoT

The IoT for sustainability

New IoT business models

Getting started on your IoT journey

Best practices in developing and launching your IoT solution

Leveraging the IoT partner ecosystem

Focus on interoperability between IoT systems

Planning on an 18-24 month launch schedule

Index

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Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781804615843

1804615846

OCLC:

1369639987