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In this category, we provide all the devices which can be used in home automation applications.

Home Automation

You can find the main electronic pieces for making IoT custom devices here.

Electronic pieces

Micro-controller or processing boards suitable for IoT implementations

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Sensors

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Gateway

DescriptionORVIBO's SW30 smart water leak sensor is an advanced protection technology that allows you to detect water leaks in your home and even prevent them from happening. By installing this smart sensor in strategic points of the house, such as under sinks, bathrooms, and water systems, water leakage warnings can be received. Also, connecting this sensor to the smart home network enables you to access the status of water leakage in your home anytime and anywhere through your mobile phone application or other connected devices. With outstanding safety features, ORVIBO's SW30 smart water leak sensor minimizes damage caused by water leaks.&nbsp;SpecificationsWireless Technology： ZigBee WirelessTechnology Working Voltage：3V (CR2032 battery)Transmission Frequency: 2.4 GHzWorking Temperature: –10°C to +55°CUnder voltage Alarm: Supported BatteryLifespan: More than one year (20 times per day)&nbsp;Dimensions: φ50 mm x 18 mm

Perfect home security with ORVIBO SW30 smart water leak sensor

SW30 ORVIBO smart water leakage sensor

DescriptionORVIBO's ST21&nbsp;smart home temperature sensor is an advanced tool that can provide you with accurate information about the temperature and weather changes inside your home. Using this smart sensor, you can monitor the ambient temperature in real-time and apply the required settings for the heating and cooling system. In addition, ST21&nbsp;ORVIBO has the ability to connect to other smart home systems, so that by cooperating with other devices, it can improve and optimize the performance of the home. Through wireless communication, this sensor is able to send its information to smart gateways and even to your mobile phone, so that you can access the temperature status of your home anytime and anywhere. With a beautiful design and reliable performance, the ST21&nbsp;ORVIBO smart home temperature sensor allows you to manage indoor climate better and more conveniently.&nbsp;SpecificationsProduct Name：&nbsp;Smart Temperature &amp; Humidity SensorProduct Size：&nbsp;60×60×20.8 mmWorking Voltage： DC3V (1 CR2450 battery)Standby Current： ≤10μANetworking Way： ZigBee auto networkingWireless Distance： ≤100m (open area)Working Temperature： -15℃-60℃Working Humidity： Max95%RH

A smart look at the home climate with the ST21 ORVIBO smart home temperature sensor

ST21 ORVIBO smart home temperature sensor

DescriptionThe ORVIBO ST30&nbsp;smart temperature and humidity sensor is an artificial intelligence-based technology that allows you to accurately monitor and control indoor air conditions. Using the ORVIBO ST30&nbsp;temperature and humidity sensor, you will be able to see the ambient temperature and humidity level inside the house and optimize the performance of the heating and cooling system according to this information. Also, this sensor has the ability to connect to other smart devices in the home, and based on the data it collects, it can automatically control the operation of other devices such as turning on and off the air conditioner, turning on and off the smart lighting system, and setting the desired temperature and humidity. Adjust the doors of the rooms. With these advanced features, the ORVIBO ST30&nbsp;intelligent temperature and humidity sensor allows users to better manage and increase comfort in their living environment.&nbsp;FeaturesThe temperature and humidity sensor can be connected to air conditionersCan be used on the wall or tableIt measures temperature and humidityLED digital displayLow energy consumptionLow battery warningEasy installation without the need for toolsApp alert&nbsp;SpecificationsProduct name: Temperature Humidity SensorModel: ST30Size: Φ61.2*23mmWorking voltage: 3V (AAA battery)Standby current: ≤30uAWorking current: ≤30mANetworking method: ZigbeeWireless networking distance: ≤80 meters (open environment)Working environment: -10 ℃&nbsp;～ + 55&nbsp;℃Accuracy error: temperature ± 0.3 ℃, humidity ± 3%Installation method: wall-mounted or table-mounted

Orvibo ST30 presence sensor, smart technology for security and home automation

ORVIBO ST30 intelligent temperature and humidity sensor

DescriptionOrvibo presence sensor helps to create a security system in your home and office. You don't need electricity to install this sensor and its installation is easy. This device works with two pen batteries and is very low consumption; In such a way that one year after the start of work, the batteries must be replaced. Its detection range is ± 70 degrees in the vertical direction and ± 120 degrees in the horizontal direction. The modern and beautiful design of this sensor allows you to place it in any modern interior. Orvibo motion sensor works with ZigBee technology and differs in high stability and reliability.

Orvibo SN10ZW presence sensor, smart technology for security and home automation

Orvibo presence sensor model SN10ZW

Descriptions:Orvibo single-bridge smart touch switch with touch screen and supporting Zigbee protocol is a new type of smart touch switches. With its beautiful appearance, this key has the ability to connect to home automation via Wi-Fi, so you can manage it through your mobile phone or tablet. Among other powerful features of this touch key, it can be linked with all kinds of smart sensors, smart door handles. It is worth noting that this touch key also works with Alexa, Google Assistant and HomeTalk.&nbsp;Features:Zigbee protocol and networkAC power supplyHigh resistance to heat and high temperatureTouch panel with high sensitivity and blue backlightProgrammable through software such as HomeMateThe possibility of remote control through mobile phones and iPhone and Android tablets&nbsp;Specifications:<ul><li>Product Model：T30W1Z</li><li>Load Range：600Wmax</li><li>Product Size：&nbsp;86*90*38mm</li><li>Input Voltage：250V~，50/60Hz</li><li>Wiring Method：L &amp; N wire</li><li>Working Temperature：-20℃~60℃</li><li>Working Humidity：≤80%</li><li>Wireless Protocol：ZigBee HA</li><li>Encryption：AES-128bit dynamic encryption</li><li>Frequency：2.4GHz，IEEE 802.15.4</li><li>Transmission Distance：60m（open area）</li></ul>

Easily control all the smart lights in your home with the touch of a button!

Smart light switch - ORVIBO T21W1Z

Description:The&nbsp;Orvibo T30W3Z 3-Gang Zigbee Smart Switch is a smart light switch used to turn on, dim, or switch off the light.&nbsp; It adopts&nbsp;superior V-0 fire-proof material, which has anti-thunder,anti-surge, and high-temperature protection. As a result, the smart switch has an operational life span of&nbsp;30 years of service or&nbsp;over 120 thousand On/Off operations.Designed with a toughened glass of 6.5 Mohs hardness, which is 3-5 times stronger than ordinary glass. It efficiently prevents scratches and looks more exquisite and smooth. Also housing the latest&nbsp;C-Touch technology to achieve the fast response of 3ms. and with the soft indicator in the night, locate the switch at night.Orvibo T30W3Z 3-Gang Zigbee Smart Switch&nbsp;connects to a Zigbee hub and to the App.&nbsp;Features:3D Toughened glass panel (scratch repellant)3ms fast response ( C-Touch technology)Smart Lighting Control (App, Voice, and Panel)Smart Scene Customization&nbsp;Product Specification:Product Model：&nbsp;T30W3ZLoad Range：200Wmax/ gangProduct Size：&nbsp;86*90*38mmInput Voltage：250V~，50/60HzWiring Method：L &amp; N wireWorking Temperature：-20℃~60℃Working Humidity：≤80%Wireless Protocol：ZigBee HAEncryption：AES-128bit dynamic encryptionFrequency：2.4GHz，IEEE 802.15.4Transmission Distance：60m（open area）

An innovative experience with the Orvibo smart three-bridge touch switch

Orvibo T30W3Z 3-Gang Zigbee Smart Switch

<h3>Name:</h3>MiJia human body movement sensor / Xiaomi RTCGQ01LM&nbsp;<h3>Description:</h3>Original Xiaomi Mijia Smart Human Body Sensor Zigbee Home Life Infrared Linkage Device Body Motion Sensors Work with Mijia app• Original Xiaomi smart human body sensor for daily use •&nbsp;Time Delay Function:&nbsp;If there is nobody in the setting time, it will automatically shut down the air conditioning and TV •&nbsp;Intelligent Inductinon:&nbsp;When you wake up in the light, it will turn on the light for you •&nbsp;Nightlight Function:&nbsp;It will automatically open when someone pass by •&nbsp;Notice Function:&nbsp;You might be informed, when your loved oet slip out •&nbsp;APP Control:&nbsp;More convenient to use • Variety ways to put and install&nbsp; • Suitable for all kinds of household environment&nbsp;<h3>Specification:</h3><ul><li>Brand Name:&nbsp;XIAOMI</li><li>Origin:&nbsp;Mainland China</li><li>State of Assembly:&nbsp;Ready-to-Go</li><li>Features:&nbsp;Magnetic,Flashing</li><li>Gyro:&nbsp;xiaomi smart home</li><li>Model Number:&nbsp;Xiaomi Human Body Sensor</li><li>Control Channels:&nbsp;2 Channels</li><li>Max Speed:&nbsp;xiaomi smart Sensor</li><li>Scale:&nbsp;1:12</li><li>Certification:&nbsp;NONE</li><li>Features:&nbsp;Remote Control</li></ul>

XIAOMI MIJIA INFRARED MOTION SENSOR SMART HUMAN BODY MOVEMENT SENSOR FOR SMART HOME SECURITY!

MiJia human body movement sensor / Xiaomi RTCGQ01LM

Descriptions:&nbsp;Original Xiaomi Mijia Smart Home Temperature and Humidity Sensor Thermometer SensorThis is not only a temperature but also a humidity sensor! With this sensor you can monitoring your home/office's data by your phone.&nbsp;It can also link with other Xiaomi products make them work when reach certain temperature or humidity.&nbsp;Make your phone more&nbsp;sensitive and make your home smarter.&nbsp;Features:<ul><li>It can real-time detect the temperature and humidity condition. Automatic alarm if the temperature and humidity is abnormal.</li><li>You can easy view the temperature and humidity change by the data according to all historical records.</li></ul>Specifications:<ul><li>Brand Name: Xiaomi</li><li>Ean: 6970244522801</li><li>Model Number: YTC4018CN</li><li>Part Number: YTC4018CN</li><li>Power Source Type: Battery Powered</li><li>Working Temperature:&nbsp;&nbsp;-&nbsp; 20&nbsp;~ 60&nbsp;°C</li><li>Working Humidity:&nbsp;0 ~ 100</li><li>Weight: 85g</li><li>Size: 9 x 9 x 3cm &nbsp;</li></ul>

With comfort indicators, even small changes in temperature and humidity can be monitored at a glance!

MiJia temperature & humidity sensor

Description: Aqara Water Leak Sensor E1 can detect in water and remote alarm through APP timely, powered by button battery, able to use for up to two years. IP67 waterproof level, perfect for washroom, bedroom, warehouse, machine room, etc. Features:&nbsp;Water Detection:When detected water level reaches 0.5mm, the linked gateway alarms through APP. &nbsp; IP67 Waterproof:&nbsp;The water leak sensor meets IP67 water proof and dust proof rating. The shell is made of UV resistant material and the appearance is fadeless for long term using. Low power consumption. With a button battery, it can last for 2 years under normal circumstance. No need complex installation, can be placed anywhere according to your needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Specification: Model: SJCGQ13LM Color: White Wireless protocol: ZigBee&nbsp;3.0 Battery: CR2032 Working temperature: -10~55℃ Working humidity: 0~100%RH App: Apple Home kit/Mi Home

New Aqara Smart Water Immersing Sensor E1 Zigbee 3.0 IP67 Waterproof Dustproof APP Remote Control Work Mijia APP Apple HomeKit
Water leakage sensor Aqara Water Sensor E1 (SJCGQ13LM), ZigBee 3.0


Aqara E1 water leak sensor / Xiaomi SJCGQ13LM

Description:&nbsp;High precision, large rangePerceive the subtle movements of people or animals&nbsp;lPX5 waterproofEasy to deal with humid environments&nbsp;Ultra low power consumption, long battery life&nbsp;Adjustable sensitivity, suitable for multiple scenarios&nbsp;Provide high, medium and low 3 gear sensitivity▪&nbsp; High sensitivityIt can detect subtle movements and is suitable for scenes where only the palm is moved, such as meetings, playing mobile phones and reading books.&nbsp;▪&nbsp; Medium sensitivityThe default sensitivity is suitable for most common indoor scenes, such as detecting that someone passes the light and lights up automatically.&nbsp;▪&nbsp; Low sensitivityApplicable to security scenarios, low false alarm rate, For example, in the mode of leaving home, sound and light alarms will be emitted when someone breaks in.&nbsp;Ceiling hidden installationSuitable for various home styles&nbsp;Linkage with smart devicesMake life convenient and comfortable&nbsp;Features:High Precision Detection |&nbsp;IPX5 Waterproof |&nbsp;6 Years Long Battery LifeAdjustable Sensitivity |&nbsp;Ceiling Installation |&nbsp;Intelligent Linkage&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Specification:Product model: RTCGQ13LMProduct size: 74× 74×43.3mmSleeve size: 113 × 113 × 41mmWireless connection: Zigbee 3.0Battery model: CR2450Executive standard: Q/QLMLO02-2020Working temperature: -10℃~+35℃Working humidity: 0~95%RH, no condensationDetection distance: 5mDetection angle: about 60° coneDetection range: circle with a diameter of 6m (at a distance of 5m)

NEW Aqara High-precision Human Body Sensor Infrared Wireless Sensor Light Control Switch Work With Aqara Home APP

Aqara high precision motion sensor / Xiaomi RTCGQ13LM

Description:<ul><li>High sensitivity and large lighting range</li><li>Customized lighting interval, intelligent linkage</li><li>Overexposure to sun, auto close curtain</li><li>Dimming indoor brightness auto light up</li><li>compact and lightweight, multiple installation ways</li><li>handle kinds of complicated environments</li></ul>&nbsp;Main Features:<ul><li>Precisely sense lighting changes to create smart scenes for you</li><li>You could customize the lighting range through MIJIA APP</li><li>Accurately record the daily light changes, which can be viewed through mobile phone, helpful for clothes drying and plant breeding</li><li>Imported precision sensor components help sensitively judge the ambient light</li><li>UV-resistant shell, not easy to fade, durable to use, high-temperature resistance and water resistance</li><li>Compact and stylish, just place it in your room freely</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Specifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Brand Name:&nbsp;XIAOMI</li><li>Model Number:&nbsp;GZCGQ01LM</li><li>State of Assembly:&nbsp;Ready-to-Go</li><li>Features:&nbsp;Flashing</li><li>Control Channels:&nbsp;2 Channels</li><li>Wireless connection:&nbsp;For ZigBee 3.0</li><li>Working humidity:&nbsp;0 - 95% RH</li><li>Battery:&nbsp;built-in CR2450 button cell</li><li>Lighting range:&nbsp;0 - 83000 lux</li><li>Sensitivity:&nbsp;up to 2 lux</li></ul>

Precisely scene lighting changes to create smart scene for you!



Xiaomi smart light sensor

Description:&nbsp;It is too late when your home is on fire. Thus, knowing the emergency in time is critical. Xiaomi cooperated with Honeywell, an enterprise specializing in fire alarms, and designed this new smoke detector. It has a sharp nose, namely, high-precision sensor to detect the smoke density, and gives out alarms immediately when it is going to catch fire. Linked to the WiFi, it can notify you the emergency wherever you are.&nbsp;&nbsp;Main Features:<ul><li>Audiovisual alarms are produced when the smoke density exceeds the limit</li><li>Remote alarm notifies you of the fire in time via WiFi no matter where you are</li><li>Self-checking function and reminder to guarantee long-term use</li><li>Easy installation to be used independently or linked with the upgraded gateway or air conditioning companion</li></ul>&nbsp;General Specification:<ul><li>Brand: Xiaomi Honeywell Fire Alarm Model: JTYJ-GD-01LM/BW Material: Plastic&nbsp; Color: White</li></ul>&nbsp;Dimension and Weight: Product weight: 0.1000 kg&nbsp; Package weight: 0.1700 kg&nbsp; Product size (L x W x H): 9.00 x 3.60 x 2.50 cm / 3.54 x 1.42 x 0.98 inches&nbsp; Package size (L x W x H): 12.00 x 5.00 x 3.50 cm / 4.72 x 1.97 x 1.38 inches&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Honeywell Fire Alarm Smoke Detector

Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for solving agricultural problems

Smart Agriculture

Internet of Things (IoT) in the service of teaching and learning&nbsp;The Internet of Things (IoT) is changing many areas of our daily lives. While it may not seem like it, it must be admitted that the education system is also included in this list. An intelligent educational system tries to maximize the use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the entire process of implementing the educational program, evaluation and management of the educational center. Now we have to see what is the difference between a normal and smart educational center and where is its place in the educational system? Stay with us to answer the questions raised in this field.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d662fd864c6c980a--47ee07dd--1411e1dc--898b12fd--fcd69663f4f78a3ac3a143f35095528.png"><figcaption>Figure 1 - Internet of Things (IoT) and the improvement of learning and teaching</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The comparison of smart educational center and smartening&nbsp;of educational centers using Internet of Things (IoT)A “smart educational center” is a physical school or university whose educational system is based on the use of network and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. In other words, the lessons are taught electronically and the evaluation and monitoring system is also smart. In audio-visual content, scientific content is changed and developed in an attractive environment with operational capabilities, and this is where learners are allowed to use their smartphones, tablets, and laptops to replace blackboards and homework. Distance learning (online and virtual classes) is an example of an intelligent educational system.Meanwhile, the phrase” smartening&nbsp;of educational centers” refers to the use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. It is possible to make education centers smarter by using things like sensors and modules as an intelligent central management system to improve management processes. In fact, the emergence of intelligent Internet of Things (IoT) technologies allows educational centers to improve their safety and increase access to information in the educational environment.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/765859cf1704fd00--46ec0eea--1413e0d8--8a8513f4--f3df9e69f3fc8a34c0a042ff4697209.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Electronic education in smart environments based on Internet of Things (IoT) technology</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The benefits of implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) in the field of educationBelow is a list of the benefits of using the Internet of Things (IoT) in education:&nbsp;•&nbsp;Improving management processesManaging an educational institution, managing resources and their proper distribution requires a lot of paperwork. By implementing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, we actually seek to create a platform for faster, risk-free and interconnected decision-making where all stakeholders (teachers, learners, parents and government officials) participate in improving the performance of the institution.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Productivity of collected dataThanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), educational institutions can simultaneously process a large amount of data and carry out a wide range of actions such as managing security and safety issues, checking the academic progress of students and also monitoring the professional training of teachers. Therefore, these vital data can be used by institutions to improve efficiency.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/126736b4602dad0a--42ed01f9--141eedda--898014fe--f1d79163f0f88b3fc8a449fa8252379.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Data analysis and management with the help of smartening of educational centers</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;• Improved resource managementIn the long term, the Internet of Things (IoT) will reduce operating costs in education. In addition, the management of smart educational centers can use the smart tools of the Internet of Things to ensure the efficiency of water consumption and other energy resources.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Improving the level of securityUniversities and schools can benefit from the set of Internet of Things (IoT) security tools in order to improve their safety and security level. Most educational institutions do not have the necessary infrastructure to identify crimes such as theft, abuse, sexual assault, and smoking, and they also do not have a proper crisis management plan in case of a disaster or emergency. The Internet of Things (IoT) can help solve such problems on a large scale by using smart tools, including video surveillance tools and environmental sensors. For example, in the event of any fire or water leakage, sensors based on the Internet of Things (IoT) can send necessary warnings to the intelligent central management system in the shortest possible time. Examples of these platforms increase the confidence of parents, pupils and students towards the safety of the educational environment, promote positive habits and make the management of the institution easier.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2175b9117f2f970d--49e503ff--141de6dd--898610f7--f3df9f66f7fb8537cba74af1960179.png"><figcaption>Figure 4 - Internet of Things (IoT) functionality in intelligently preventing damage to critical equipment and information</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What are the uses of the Internet of Things (IoT) in education?•&nbsp;Reduce costsBy installing Internet of Things (IoT) tools such as sensors on faucets and lights, so that they are switched automatically in the absence of humans, it is possible to save energy and thus reduce the operational costs of educational centers.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Monitoring the health of learners and staffHealthy pupils, students and staff means a more productive education system. By using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, the physiological signals of the health of learners and teachers can be identified and controlled. This information is stored in databases and helps doctors to analyze their health easily. Internet of Things (IoT) has also helped in storing information such as blood pressure, medical history, allergies, prescription details so that necessary treatments can be administered in case of an unfortunate incident.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Evaluation of attendance and examsSome educational institutions include rules such as 80% attendance during a semester or academic year to evaluate the attendance of a student. Sensors installed in and around the premises of educational institutions play an important role in monitoring the daily activities of learners (students). In addition, RFID tags in student ID cards check and register students' attendance on a daily basis and provide reports to the staff. As a result, a message will be sent to those students with lower attendance. In addition, the Internet of Things (IoT) allows students to participate in exams remotely. The sensors placed in the devices can track the student's movement to make sure that there is no cheating in the exam.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/61059473555bc201--47e700f2--1412e8d5--8b8910f9--f5d39865f1f78134cba341f48041021.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- The role of video surveillance tools in holding exams</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Light and temperature controlThe required temperature in classes and sports halls is different in different conditions. Presence detection sensors have the ability to change temperature and light conditions according to environmental changes. These sensors can also sense human presence and turn the lamps on or off accordingly.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Collection of functional dataOne of the biggest concerns of the current education system is that most of the curriculum and teaching techniques are now outdated and not suitable for today's students. The implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies focuses on data collection and analysis to produce interactive content that promotes learning on a much larger scale. Internet of Things (IoT) tools also collect data about staff and learner information and improve the production of educational tools and accessories by understanding their interests.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/bee03475b704340a--49e40bfa--141cebd5--888c14f9--f0de966bf3ff8d34c8aa46fb7828107.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 6- Big data collection with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) in smart educational institutions</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;School and university bus safetySometimes many parents may worry about sending their children to school or university through educational center buses due to the unsafe driving of drivers. Now we have to see how the implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies can help solve this problem. Sensors placed in the service of educational institutions allow staff and parents to track the driver and the bus. These sensors, in turn, help drivers to be aware of speed limits and tire punctures and prevent accidents.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Tracking the location of studentsMany parents worry about their children not getting home on time or getting lost on the way to school. The Internet of Things (IoT) helps parents by making sure their kids get home on time. For example, sensors in school bags or shoes, or using smart wristbands, will send the child's details and location to their parents and raise the necessary warnings when the child is in danger. In addition, as soon as the child leaves the designated paths leading home, location details will be sent to parents and nearby police departments.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/dcbd441c091ce606--45e000fd--141fecd7--8a8a19f2--f7d49d60faf28e3dc3a645fd127151.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Management of school service fleet with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Smartening educational centers with IoTSmile platformAll the improvements mentioned above in the field of education thanks to the implementation of the Internet of Things (IoT) have been only part of the positive effects of using these technologies on educational environments. While improving the quality of educational services is always the first priority of the education system, the integration of new technologies allows managers of educational institutions to facilitate and improve daily management processes.IoTSmile integrated operation platform is capable of turning all educational centers, including schools, universities and other educational institutions, into an intelligent educational system by providing intelligent solutions.Among the most important achievements that the use of this platform will lead to are the following:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Energy consumption management</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing operating costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increased safety and security level</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Evaluation of attendance and exams</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Monitoring the health of students and staff</li></ul>&nbsp;In this article, we discussed various applications of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the education sector. Now, in order to receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;Resources:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://departments.embuni.ac.ke/ict/index.php/36-benefits-of-iot-in-education">Departments:</a> Benefits of IoT in Education</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-24513-9_12">Link.Springer: A Survey of Internet of Things (IoT) in Education: Opportunities and Challenges</a>-24 July 2019&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://techvidvan.com/tutorials/iot-applications-in-education-sector/">Techvidvan: IoT Applications in Education Sector</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.kdnuggets.com/2018/04/role-iot-education.html">Kdnuggets: Role of IoT in Education</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.analyticssteps.com/blogs/8-applications-iot-education">Analyticsstep</a>s: 8 Applications of IoT in Education- Jun 09, 2021&nbsp;</li></ol><figure class="image"><img></figure>

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system for improving the educational system

Smart Education

Smart health makes medical care more intelligent!

Smart Health

All you need to know about smartening the car!&nbsp;Today, a lot of attention is paid to the field of smartening cars. The use of onboard computers, sensors, and controllers that make a car smart has led to many of the advancements we've seen in the transportation space. Smart car owners can learn more about their cars to make adjustments and improve their performance by using the Internet of Things (IoT) and the data it provides from their vehicles.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0895d02e53670506--3c9eaf57--1414efd5--a864d3b5--0ff78393aaebbd45d50bf1048730813.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 1. Smartening of Car, the giant of the last stage of technology!</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The concept of a smart cars and smartening of cars by using the Internet of Things (IoT)Smart car is a term that has been used since the late 1960s for cars with advanced electronics and microprocessors that have steadily increased throughout the engine to improve stability, braking, and general comfort. In fact, the underlying concept of a smart car is that it frees the driver from doing many mundane tasks related to driving and makes driving and the road more enjoyable. Therefore, a smart car is a car that is controlled by a computer and drives itself, which is also called&nbsp;a “self-driving vehicle”&nbsp;or&nbsp;“driverless car”.At the same time, the term “smartening of the car” refers to the use of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which involves the use of things such as sensors, modules, and microcontrollers in vehicles and using them as an intelligent central management system to improve the car's performance. It refers to communication between vehicles, fleet management, etc. Embedded Internet of Things (IoT) solutions are revolutionizing today's cars and allowing car owners to experience many innovations in the industry. The purpose of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the automotive sector is to optimize human-machine interactions, which leads to the improvement of the daily activities of people in society.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b9f14bbb30ecc006--3495ac53--1410e4d8--a96ad1bc--0bf08098aaeab243d401fc002904621.png"><figcaption>Figure 2. The importance of smartening of cars by using the Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The implementation of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the automotive industry can change everything!One of the most exciting and challenging areas is the Internet of Things (IoT) in the automotive industry. Cars are one of the main components of most people's daily lives, and a smart car can help save people's time and money. In fact, there is always a need for a car with new features, efficient, economical, and of course extremely attractive in today's world.Implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) for the automotive industry will bring the following benefits to manufacturers:• Better data collection and analysis by improving the following and speeding up the entire production process• Avoid certain financial risks and losses• Higher industrial safety standards• Equipment theft monitoring&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0a3ba5218f31d205--3b93a06f--141ce8da--aa6cd7b2--00ff8194a3e5b342dd0cf7017506080.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 3. &nbsp;The smart car is a manifestation of progress in the field of car production in the world</figcaption></figure>By using the Internet of Things (IoT) to make cars smarter, their owners have a wide range of opportunities, such as:&nbsp;• Monitor vehicle performance through a mobile phone applicationFor example, you can turn on the car engine remotely by pressing a button in the application installed on your mobile phone or even by sending voice commands; checking the fuel level; Or even simply opening and closing your car doors&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/499920a0382f9a00--3192ab63--141de6d7--ab63d9b4--06fe8891ade3bc41db03fe069550260.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 4. Turn your smartphone into a car remote</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;• Ability to quickly access and check car informationThe smartening of cars through the Internet of Things (IoT) provides the possibility of checking the health status of the car through a mobile phone. This means that predictive data related to the vehicle's technical performance is collected and analyzed in the intelligent central management system and alerts when signs of trouble are detected. This will provide an opportunity for safer driving and lower car maintenance costs.&nbsp;• Tracking the vehicle's movement path in the mobile applicationBy using the Internet of Things (IoT) in the smartening of the vehicle sector, real-time routing and accurate recording of the vehicle's location online on a mobile phone application is easily possible. This feature will be very helpful, especially when stealing a car and tracking it.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/5edadb6ad5c47009--359baf63--1416e1d2--a863dab5--04f7899da7edb24cd702f5043597131.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 5. &nbsp;Vehicle location tracking with a smartphone</figcaption></figure>• Intelligent troubleshooting systemAs you know, in order to reduce depreciation and increase the life of the car, it is necessary to perform periodic services at specific time intervals. Imagine that it is possible to check the technical performance of your car in a smart way and without the need to visit authorized dealers of car manufacturers, and in case of problem symptoms, a data report can be viewed on your mobile phone. The intelligent diagnostic system is able to reduce the maintenance costs of your car by collecting, and analyzing data from the car engine and recalling this information at the necessary time.&nbsp;• Remote management system of car charging in electric carsWe allow electric car owners to remotely control their car charging with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) technology. It is designed to connect the three basic elements of the charger, the board (the controller that is placed in the charger and connects to the server and sends commands), and mobile applications. By using the car charger remote management system, users can remotely control their charger with the ability to turn it on and off, adjust the charger power and switch between existing chargers. It seems that this application is one of the great uses of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the direction of making cars smarter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/62f653e20c33670a--3993a76a--1410efd3--a968d3b3--06f8819fade5b048db07fa096573888.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 6. Electric vehicle charging management with Internet of Things (IoT) technology</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Make your car smart with the IoTSmile platform!As technology advances, so do our needs. Since most of us use some kind of car for our daily commuting, and on the other hand, we have a great desire to manage a wide range of our equipment and assets remotely, so the idea of ​​making the car intelligent through the Internet of Things (IoT) can be a suitable answer. For this in fact, by collecting, managing, and analyzing data on the IoTSmile automotive platform, each of us can experience a more driving pleasure.&nbsp;• IoTSmile smart car security systemInternet of Things (IoT) technology makes the level of car security higher than ever. The cars have a central locking system that can be synced with the IoTSmile smart platform on your mobile phone. This platform helps you to be notified of any unauthorized access to the car immediately and take necessary security measures. Warning about opening and closing the car door, listening to the sound inside the car, as well as turning off the car by sending a remote voice command are other features of the IoTSmile smart car security system.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8c7f44b1880b6d09--3898a86a--141ee2d0--aa69d5b2--05f88c97a8e1be40da08f5083174373.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 7. Synchronization of IoT Smile smart car security system with central locking</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;• IoTSmile smart car trackerIoTSmile smart car tracker is one of the most up-to-date and efficient smart car tracker technologies, especially for those who are always concerned about the security of their car. It is safe to say that the IoTSmile smart tracker system is very accurate and the car owner can use this smart tracker without any worries. By installing a SIM card on the IoTSmile smart tracker, it is possible that in case of theft, the location of the vehicle along with its longitude and latitude will be provided to the owner of the vehicle.Providing the history of the routes traveled by car is another prominent feature of the IoTSmile smart tracker.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b641b29f2334ed09--3793a665--1414ebd1--aa60d9bd--0ff2869fadeabe45d000f0065796474.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 8. Fast vehicle routing with the help of a mobile phone</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;• IoTSmile smart fuel displayOne of the most warning signs that can be seen while driving is the fuel indicator, and always placing this indicator in the empty position causes stress to the driver. If you are one of the people who have faced the problem of the red light on the gas meter many times, we suggest you use IoTSmile smart fuel display. This platform is able to calculate and display fuel consumption information on your mobile phone. In this way, you are always able to refuel before the amount of gasoline remaining in your car tank reaches the minimum allowed amount.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d3413281a951b90f--3696a46d--141de2db--ab66d8b3--0ff38e94aee7bb40da0bf60f2961830.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 9. Managing fuel consumption with the help of the Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email, or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://blog.americansafetycouncil.com/all-about-smart-cars-2/">Americansafetycouncil: All About Smart Cars: Where They’ve Been and are Headed</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.synopsys.com/automotive/what-is-autonomous-car.html">Synopsys: </a>What is an Autonomous Car?</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.istorytime.com/smart-car-benefits/">Storytime: The Benefits of a Smart Car Over Traditional Cars</a></li></ol>&nbsp;

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Internet of Things (IoT) in the service of smart tracking technologies&nbsp;In today's world, thanks to artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, we are witnessing numerous developments in various fields. Intelligent tracking systems are one of the technologies that have brought security and confidence to us. Today, tracking systems are used to locate lost devices, vehicles, locate animals, and care for children and the elderly. Stay with us in the rest of this article to learn about the types of tracking systems.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/258662834ea6f100--4ce1cc95--1411e8d1--8bc0467e--cd9e0fda9a8426dd1b8dd8fe4860339.png"><figcaption>Figure 1- Internet of Things (IoT) in the service of smart tracking technologies</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Is smart tracking the same as smart positioning?An intelligent tracking system, also known as a positioning system, is used to observe people and objects and provide timely information from location data for better processing. In fact, the intelligent tracking system is a set of hardware and software technologies that uses Internet of Things (IoT) tools and artificial intelligence to collect data and convert it into useful information.&nbsp;What are the types of intelligent tracking systems?There are countless smart tracking systems out there. Based on one type of classification, smart locator systems are classified into two categories: indoor and outdoor tracker system.Indoor positioning systems monitor the location of people, equipment and objects in real-time and are used by recording data to prepare and analyze daily and monthly performance reports. These systems use the standard BLE-WIFI inputs as the positioning reference points. Meanwhile, external positioning systems are equipped with GNSS receivers and accelerometers, which can be installed in all kinds of vehicles and other equipment.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d7f3b0dcb2b8e20d--44e9cd9a--141ceade--8ac54873--c69206de958729d61088d8fc6136372.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Solutions for locating people and objects in real time</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The implementation of intelligent tracking systems can change everything!One of the most widely used areas of the Internet of Things (IoT) is in the smart location of people and equipment. Operational use of these systems can be very helpful in the following cases and in some cases are critical:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Tracking people</li></ul>At first, you might think that smart trackers are only used for spying purposes and their only job is to tell you where the target person is and what he is doing? Now, if you change your perspective a little, you will realize that nowadays smart trackers have come to help us many times. Among the most important daily applications of these systems, which are very problem solver, are:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Tracking people in the internal space of the organization (presence in a specific place)</li></ul>Employee tracking and monitoring is not only not new, it is becoming more common nowadays. Thanks to the advancement of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, organizations have expanded the methods of monitoring and tracking employees in a variety of ways. Employee tracking doesn't mean employers don't trust their employees. Rather, the monitoring of employees is done with two mains:The first reason revolves around the issue of security, and the second reason is that by tracking employees, employers help them to perform more efficiently.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/faab117cc5c91a06--4ce1c591--1418e7d4--88cc4f79--c5980dd39b8c2cdd1b85d5f18806848.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Monitoring the entry and exit of employees with Internet of Things (IoT) tools</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">The importance of smart trackers in helping to care for the elderly</li></ul>If you have an elderly parent in your family who suffers from serious memory problems such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease, you have probably faced the problem of losing them at least once. In such cases, the role of smart trackers in the care of the elderly will be more apparent.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/226da7bdf5ff8907--41eec0aa--141ce1d5--8bc84d7b--cf940dd1978a29db1685d9f22598552.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- The application of smart tracker technology in elderly care monitoring</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent tracking systems, helping parents!</li></ul>It is normal for parents to worry about their children's transportation, especially when driving. In this situation, smart trackers can come to the aid of parents. So that they can specify the speed limit for their children and if they violate the speed limit, relevant warnings will be sent to them.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/5e2fc1fbbddbe507--48e3c6a4--1413e3d3--8acd4475--ce970bd4998c2fd01285d2f2729598.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- The necessities of developing driving culture in children with Internet of Things technologies</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">The use of intelligent trackers in rescue operations</li></ul>The importance of using smart trackers in search and rescue operations is important because organizations have accurate and timely access to information in emergency cases such as rescue operations. The use of smart rescue trackers will bring the following results:Improving the level of security and safety of rescuersQuick coordination of resources and monitoring of search operationsData analysis, planning and documentation after completion of operation&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart trackers, a suitable tool for mountain climbers, rock climbers and nature explorers</li></ul>Sometimes, despite the detailed routing and the implementation of the climbing plan, nature is not kind to the climbers. In fact, climbers getting lost in the mountains or being left behind from the group are some of the events that we have read and heard many times. Therefore, carrying a GPS or a smart climbing tracker is a must for those people who climb professionally.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/7c2df5d8ff61420f--4beac1a7--1417e9d6--89cc4f7f--c69c02dc9c8026d41380ddf54263050.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- Smart trackers facilitate routing for climbers</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing inner and outer city fleet management by using intelligent trackers</li></ul>The fleet management system uses GPS as a progressive goal for intelligent vehicle tracking and real-time data recording of the positions of all types of cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Any type of vehicle that needs to be tracked is equipped with a GPS receiver and sends the obtained coordinates to data recording bases through local networks or satellites. Fleet management needs smart tracking in the following cases<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Operators with high equipment or product costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Operators with high workload such as Uber and HDL</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Operators of large fleets (types of snap cars, railway wagons, airplanes)</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Transport operators (containers, machines, heavy cargoes, transport of valuable goods)</li></ul>And that's not the whole story!In addition to what was mentioned above, among other cases of using smart locators (which are beyond the scope of this discussion), the following can be mentioned:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Monitoring of the status of organizational property and equipment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Pet care with smart tracking systems</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Applying smart tracking technologies in production, distribution and storage processes</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Locating stolen electronic devices with the help of intelligent tracking systems</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Using smart tracking technologies to prevent theft in retail stores</li></ul>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8df6d78d4f8fb702--42e0caa4--1417e5d9--8bc54e77--c2990adc958425d61985d5f74750277.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Smart management of the transport fleet</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The benefits of using intelligent tracker systems that you should know!Below are some advantages of using intelligent tracking systems:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the productivity of the labor force</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A significant reduction in the amount of theft</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Management of operating costs as accurately as possible</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Improving the security and safety level of people and equipment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Significant reduction in maintenance costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Minimization of fuel costs in the transportation system</li></ul>&nbsp;How does IoTSmile platform help you in the field of intelligent tracking?IoTSmile integrated operation platform is able to determine the exact location information of people by analyzing the data collected with the help of various smartwatches and location services, and then provide the services you are looking for.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/fc0c766ac179f30d--4deccbaa--1413efd4--8bca4477--c79f04d19c8a2fd71080d9fb6399282.png"><figcaption>Figure 8 - IoTSmile, an integrated operations management platform provider</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.reply.com/lea-reply/en/uncover-the-value-of-real-time-smart-tracking#:~:text=We%20define%20Smart%20Trackin">Reply: UNCOVER THE VALUE OF REAL-TIME SMART TRACKING</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.airservicesaustralia.com/about-us/projects/smart-tracking/">Airservicesaustralia:&nbsp;</a>IMPLEMENTATION OF SMART TRACKING-March 2012</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/smart-tracking-trends-and-technologies">Wevolver: Smart Tracking Trends and Technologies</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.digitalmatter.com/our-devices/indoor-gps-edge-range/">Digitalmatter:&nbsp;Outdoor / Indoor GPS Tracking</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.ati.co.th/indoor-and-outdoor-navigation-system/">Ati:</a>&nbsp;Indoor and Outdoor Navigation System</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.teletracnavman.com/resources/blog/5-benefits-of-gps-tracking">teletracnavman: 5 Benefits of GPS Tracking</a></li></ol>

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Smart Tracking

Smart retail, changing the shopping experience&nbsp;Can you imagine today's world without online shopping? Probably not! This is where the increasing importance of smart retailing becomes apparent. In fact, the smartness of retail sales is an approach that considers new technologies, especially the Internet of Things (IoT), as factors that improve the quality of life of consumers and provide them with better, faster, safer, and smarter shopping.In this article, we examine the fundamental concepts of smart retailing and its effectiveness on customers as well as retailers.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/a3ef2f8bf33aa901--575cb8e6--141decdc--a8c43ff2--841a047edc4d4ce295002b455737247.png"><figcaption>Figure 1 - A world where almost everyone carries a smart device has truly revolutionized retail.</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What is smart retail?Smart retailing refers to the combination of traditional shopping methods and smart new technologies. To do this, they use the latest Internet of Things (IoT) technologies such as smart shopping carts, video cameras, sensors, lights, and Big Data analysis software. As a result, consumers will enjoy a more personalized, faster, and smarter purchasing experience.&nbsp;The side effects of smart retail salesWhile the features and benefits of smart retailing have indeed revolutionized sales and marketing processes, it remains to be seen how this latest industrial revolution will affect the workforce and supply chain. Read on to find out!&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2ae058c27e88880d--5e53bbfb--1412e5d3--a9c036f3--871c0e76d4444fe597062d4e1016078.png"><figcaption>Figure 2 - Smart Retailing - Helps retailers convert visitors into customers</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Changing the skills of the workforceWith the implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the retail industry, the processes in this field cannot undergo a huge revolution unless they also affect the workforce in some way. Just like in previous industrial revolutions, the role of manpower has changed. As employees move away from physical work and into technical support, they need to learn technical skill sets.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Adaptation of the supply chainAcross the supply chain, from warehouse management to quality control and sales, increased technological integration has driven all-around adaptation. Since the majority of processes in a smart retailer are automated, other parts of the supply chain must be able to demonstrate and maintain the same degree of flexibility.&nbsp;The value benefits of smart retailingSmart retailing actually leads to the optimization of marketing and sales processes for supply chain, retailers, and consumers. However, many analysts are focused on more tangible benefits.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Improving the shopping experience of customers and increasing salesSmart shopping malls are new elements that have pushed people towards modern style. In such a way that this modern style has also had a wide impact on people's buying behavior. There are several methods to attract customers and increase sales. From discount and incentive plans to the use of modern Internet of Things (IoT) technologies such as RFID.Radio identification (RFID) is actually a wireless identification system that is able to exchange data by communicating and receiving information from a reader and a tag attached to a product, object, card, etc.. By implementing this technology in shopping centers and stores, shelves, scales, shopping baskets, etc. are all smart.Buyers put whatever they need from the shelves into their shopping carts. In the end, when the buyers pass in front of the cash register, their shopping cart will be scanned in an instant and the money will be paid through the phone or smart card of the buyers. In addition to facilitating and speeding up the purchase process for customers, this leads to increased sales and as a result, more income for business owners.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0ba99537f4007803--5854c91a--1416efd9--a8c739fe--811f0279d64a4ee79d072a46305436.png"><figcaption>Figure 3 - Enjoyable shopping experience, the only reason they will buy from you again!</figcaption></figure>•&nbsp;Optimizing the time of employeesWith the implementation of modern Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the retail industry, many of the tasks of shopping centers and stores are done in a smart way. Therefore, employees can monitor the performance of other relevant tasks with more focus and precision.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Real-time display of the amount of sales and inventoryAs it was said, by making a store smart, the shelves will also be smart. So that the sensors embedded in the shelves send a notification to empty the shelves, and as a result, there is no need for employees to monitor the shelves regularly. On the other hand, when a new load of products is sent to the store, all of them are scanned in the shortest possible time; Because all of them are equipped with RFID technology.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/abd56605bca84f09--5353c110--1411ecdd--a8c137f2--8f1d0078da4a44e990012a466640996.png"><figcaption>Figure 4 - Improved warehouse management, one of the most important aspects of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology for the retail industry</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Developing marketing strategies in line with customer preferencesBy using Internet of Things (IoT) tools such as video cameras, sensors, and Big Data analysis software in shopping centers and stores, comprehensive information can be obtained about the number of customers, gender, age, and interests. By analyzing, analyzing, and comparing analytical data based on time frames and different data sources, it is possible to identify buyers' preferences and use them to develop targeted marketing and advertising strategies and improve sales results.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/01f0e97204cc5e03--5b53c926--1415e4d5--a8c733f7--8f180776d9494be396052d407831456.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- Smart retail store: Changing the customer experience in the store</figcaption></figure>•&nbsp;Increasing security with the help of the Internet of Things (IoT)In our digital age where information is easily accessible, data protection and information security have quickly become a full-blown industry. Smart retail is also inherently not exempt from this issue.As mentioned earlier, RFIDs transmit information through antennas with the help of chips. The sensors in the surrounding environment receive this information. Among their most important advantages is helping to reduce the amount of theft and calculating the number of goods in the warehouse more quickly without the need for human resources.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Advertising and instant interaction with customersThe effectiveness of the layout in stores and shopping centers, advertising tactics, and deployment of employees in order to increase the sales of products, profitability, and customer loyalty is not hidden from anyone. Therefore, Internet of Things (IoT) tools such as surveillance cameras and diagnostic sensors can be used to collect and process systematic data, track the buyer's location and analyze the time of stay, systematically visualize the buyer's behavior and product attractiveness. After that, store managers can present relevant advertisements to target buyers.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Minimizing costsAmong the other advantages and facilities of smartening the stores, we can mention lighting, sound system and intelligent ventilation system which are done automatically. Therefore, while saving costs, fewer workers are needed to control the store.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Risk managementRisk management can be extremely important in the retail industry. Data collection and analysis using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies plays an important role in determining which products are exposed to competitive risks or customers' purchasing patterns.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Beacons and notification of special discounts to customersBeacons are small wireless transmitters that use Bluetooth technology to send signals to nearby smart devices. Information is sent to devices accurately and quickly through these beacons. By using them, when customers go to buy a product, they can be informed of related discounts and special offers.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/a024698084aa9c07--5059cd21--1418e3d2--a8c43bf5--861a0379df414be99b002b4e5237702.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- Discounting to increase sales</figcaption></figure>•&nbsp;Smart mirrors in retail storesSmart mirrors are another example of Internet of Things (IoT) applications in retail smartness. By placing these mirrors in Peru's rooms, it is possible to read the information on the tags and barcodes of the clothes. As a result, the information related to the material, size, color, price, and stock of that clothing is available to the customer.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Make customers happy with modern delivery service!Tracking the purchased product after placing the order is another exciting application of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the retail industry. By providing this possibility, your customers will be able to receive the current location of their courier and know when exactly their order will reach them.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/7484b17859d7600f--5d58c439--1417e8d9--a9c83af9--83100178df4943e795082b4e7823103.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Smart positioning solutions for purchased goods</figcaption></figure>The IoTSmile platform and the smartness of retail salesThe retail industry is evolving rapidly. Innovative technologies, changing customer expectations, and emerging digital companies have made customers expect more from retailers and expect them to interact with them on a continuous basis. In the meantime, the IoTSmile smart platform as a user-friendly, cost-effective, and easy-to-install platform is the most suitable solution for providing interactive services in stores, shopping centers, and other retail stores.Among the advantages that this platform brings to you are:•&nbsp;Intelligent supply chain management•&nbsp;Marketing strategies development•&nbsp;Intelligent customer relationship management•&nbsp;Smart management of staff efficiency•&nbsp;Smartening the warehouse management system•&nbsp;Development of a systematic model for increasing sales&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/97f2797b4e1f950d--5155c031--141ee5de--a9ce34f9--89160573de4742e69e092f456781891.png"><figcaption>Figure 8 - IoT Smile, provider of integrated operations management platform</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;In the end, we hope that we have been able to provide you with the right information by introducing and examining the advantages of smart retailing.To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email, or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.libelium.com/iot-solutions/smart-retail/">Libelium: Smart Retail</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.netguru.com/blog/smart-retail-solutions">Netguru: </a>Smart Retail Solutions That Change E-commerce-Sep 28, 2021</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://binarapps.com/smart-retailing-what-is-the-future-of-retail-store-technology/">Binarapps: Smart Retailing – what is the future of retail store technology?</a>-March 23, 2021</li><li style="text-align:justify;">B<a href="https://blog.beaconstac.com/2019/11/how-to-create-a-smart-retail-store/">log.beaconstac:</a>Retail 101: How to create a smart retail store-February 2, 2023</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.avnet.com/wps/portal/us/solutions/iot/">Avnet: </a>Accelerate your IoT success with Avnet</li></ol>

Visualizing smart retail in the digital age

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Smart transportation; One of the components of reaching a smart city&nbsp;Moving from one place to another is not only today, but throughout history it has always been an inseparable part of our lives; From chariots and horses to wagons, cars, trains and spaceships. With the emergence of intelligent transportation systems and the Internet of Things (IoT), the world is entering the next phase of movement, i.e., intelligent transportation. If this term sounds vague, don't worry. In this article, we try to tell what exactly is smart transportation, how it works and examine the many benefits it brings.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/31310d44e7507a07--67829e81--141aead2--b83e428e--c11fbc5cd658107392aab8165163853.png"><figcaption>Figure 1 - The Internet of Things (IoT) has created new opportunities to create a smart transportation network</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What is smart transportation?Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) use various technologies to monitor, evaluate, and manage transportation systems in order to increase efficiency and safety. In fact, smart transportation uses Internet of Things (IoT) innovations to make moving around the city easier, more affordable, and safer for citizens.In other words, the intelligent transportation system refers to a set of tools, facilities, and expertise, which include concepts such as traffic engineering, software, hardware, and telecommunication technologies. Citizens can save time and money with the intelligent transportation system that is designed to minimize traffic problems.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/c14dba2740a3d302--6e899189--1410eddb--ba324485--c112b851dd51157797a0bd131770784.png"><figcaption>Figure 2 - Smart transportation, a growing ecosystem</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Which technologies facilitate smart transportation?In the smartening&nbsp;of the transportation system, the integrated use of the following new technologies can be mentioned:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Car navigation</li></ul>Satellite navigation is used to receive location information, and then the car's position on the road is determined.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Traffic signal control systems</li></ul>Modern traffic control systems are adapted to work in a smart way. These systems are actually developed to respond to their surroundings and adapt to traffic conditions. If you're driving in rush hour traffic,&nbsp;and you see green traffic lights all the way from work to home, you're in luck; Because dynamic signals have turned all the traffic lights green to smooth the traffic flow.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Automatic recognition of the license plate</li></ul>This diagnostic system is used to identify and read car license plates. This data identifies the location of the vehicle and is used for law enforcement, electronic toll collection and road payment systems.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Speed control cameras</li></ul>Radar technology and cameras installed on inner and outer city roads are used to detect cars that drive above the speed limit. Then a digital photo is taken and sent to the driver. In fact, this method is a preventive method to reduce accidents and encourage drivers to drive safer.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/1b53b85fb6b5bd0b--608a9699--1413e2d5--b83f468c--c41ab35dd055167894a0b4159822700.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Monitoring, control, safety and improving the performance of the transport fleet are among the goals of the smartening&nbsp;of the transport system.</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;How does the intelligent transportation system work?An intelligent transportation system always has four main elements:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Collecting traffic data</li></ul>An intelligent transportation system uses devices such as GPS devices, road cameras, and vehicle identifiers to collect information. These devices collect information about the location and speed of vehicles and traffic conditions.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Data transmission</li></ul>The intelligent transportation system transmits the information collected by the sensors to a management center where the data is analyzed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/1b6d50c786d3960a--6f849dab--1411e3d1--bb354183--c915ba5fd95b107a9eafbb1e7296439.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- High-speed data transmission protocols play a significant role in improving the performance of the intelligent transportation system</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Traffic data analysis</li></ul>At this point in the smart transportation system, data is customized for further analysis and then sent to user interfaces.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Providing information to users</li></ul>Finally, the obtained information is made available to citizens via radio, web browsers or text messages. This data informs the citizens about the traffic and helps them to choose the optimal routes.&nbsp;Why do we need smart transportation?Smartening the transportation system brings many benefits to a smart city and its residents:&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation is safer</li></ul>Due to the fact that computers are not distracted, they do not get tired and emotional; Therefore, by applying Internet of Things (IoT) innovations and integrating them with computer systems in the intelligent transportation system, both in vehicles and in urban infrastructure such as intersections, the human factor in accidents is reduced.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/60b1bb27d5d8dc0e--6d8098ad--1413ead2--b939488d--c51eb859d15b1e7d9eaeb71f4772033.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- Smart transportation, an effective way to reduce road accidents</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation is better managed</li></ul>Data collection is an important key for urban and infrastructure management. Smart transportation not only provides accurate data for every aspect of the transportation system, but also allows city managers to better and more accurately monitor performance. It also provides the opportunity to track maintenance needs and identify key sources of problems that need to be corrected.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation is more efficient</li></ul>Quality data helps identify areas where efficiency can be improved. Maybe a slight adjustment in the train schedule will result in less delay time. Or maybe by allocating stations differently, bus drivers would be able to provide better service to the community.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/972e6d949ba74a03--688f9bae--141fe2d0--bb3e4d8f--c01aba51dd5b1c7f9fa9b7121258201.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- The effect of intelligent transportation systems on improving drivers' performance</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation is affordable</li></ul>As smart transport makes better use of available resources, it can reduce costs thanks to preventive maintenance, lower energy consumption and fewer resources used for accidents.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation provides quick insights</li></ul>Urban Traffic Management Centers (TMCs) can receive quick visibility and notifications for trouble spots or city-wide issues that affect congestion on city streets, public safety, and emergency response systems.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Security is much more in smart transportation</li></ul>Due to the growing trend of worldwide connectivity through the Internet of Things (IoT), cyber-attacks have become almost common among criminals and even national governments. Because they target critical infrastructure such as power grids connected to the Internet and banking systems. However, cyber-attacks in themselves are nothing new. Only the tools of these attacks are new. Critical infrastructure such as transportation has also been vulnerable to physical attacks long before computers existed. Physical threats such as car theft by criminals, terrorists using vehicles as weapons can all be mitigated by the integration, networking and autonomy of vehicles and infrastructure.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/603f93b25dfced01--6a8d93b8--141ee5d0--bb394285--cd1dbc5ed85e137d9daab21c97231.png"><figcaption>Figure 7-&nbsp;Cybersecurity&nbsp;in intelligent transportation systems</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation supports the environment</li></ul>While scientific advances seek to find alternative sources of energy every day, another benefit of smart transportation technology is that it allows cities to use their current resources more responsibly. Public transportation is better for the environment than private vehicles and can benefit more citizens.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">With smart transportation, the supply chain becomes more flexible</li></ul>The world's supply chains are vulnerable to any disruption. When workers and drivers are sick and traveling from one point to another is a major risk to public health (as in the case of the Corona pandemic), smart freight transportation can literally be a lifesaver.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimization of fleet management and smart trackers</li></ul>The fleet management system uses GPS as a progressive goal for intelligent vehicle tracking and real-time data recording of the positions of all types of cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Every type of vehicle that needs to be tracked is equipped with a GPS receiver and sends the obtained coordinates to data recording bases through local or satellite networks.&nbsp;Take a step towards smart transportation with IoTSmile platform!&nbsp;With the growing use of smart transportation system by various cities, these cities benefit from many advantages such as safety and modern transportation. Also, the smartening&nbsp;of the transportation system has a significant contribution to the better performance of personnel and managers and the promotion of urban management organizations. In today's world, keeping up with technology is for the benefit of society, and being dependent on traditional formats will not bring benefits to individuals and organizations. Therefore, by implementing the IoTSmile platform, you can benefit from the benefits of intelligent transportation and prepare the smart systems you want.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/581477951544fe04--6c8796cc--1410ecdf--ba314e8b--c210b85bdd5d14799aa4bd1e1863784.png"><figcaption>Figure 8-IoTSmile, the smart transportation platform in line with the smart city</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;In this article, we discussed various applications of Internet of Things (IoT) in the transportation sector. Now, in order to receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.digi.com/blog/post/introduction-to-smart-transportation-benefits">Digi</a>:&nbsp;An Introduction to Smart Transportation: Benefits and Examples-December 09, 2020</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.iotforall.com/what-makes-transportation-smart-defining-intelligent-transportation">Iotforall: What Makes Transportation Smart? Defining Intelligent Transportation</a>-December 22, 2020</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://blog.gunneboentrancecontrol.com/what-is-smart-transportation-and-is-it-the-future">log.gunneboentrancecontrol:&nbsp;</a>What is Smart Transportation and is it the Future?</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.nec.co.nz/market-leadership/publications-media/what-is-smart-transportation/">Nec:&nbsp;</a>What is smart transportation?-<a href="https://www.nec.co.nz/market-leadership/publications-media/what-is-smart-transportation/">26 January, 2021</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.conurets.com/5-major-applications-of-iot-in-transportation/">Conurets: 5 Major Applications of IoT in Transportation</a>-February 28</li></ol>&nbsp;

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The joy of using smart technologies, even in the office!&nbsp;Today, smart technologies are increasingly used in all areas to improve our lives. The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we work and live. Although the history of the smart office dates back to the early 1990s, with the advent of the Internet and the availability of computers for the workforce, the term has now grown and most managers seem to agree that a new era of the “smart&nbsp;office” is slowly dawning. It is emerging.&nbsp;In this article, we will have a brief overview of the meaning of smart office, its type of smart technology, and the benefits it can have for employees and managers.&nbsp;What exactly is a smart office?A smart office is actually a workplace, using advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and the analysis of collected data has helped to increase the productivity and efficiency of employees, and at the same time, by optimizing the work environment, the office space is compatible with the environment and keeps it affordable. The tools used in smartening of office can include video conferencing software, meeting room software, table reservation software, hardware tools, and analytics tools that provide insight into how different spaces are used.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b7e6efab9b303104--40e41549--141eebd0--8a8e14f6--f1dc9c61f4f38932c0a642f93617334.png"><figcaption>Figure 1- Smart office, a suitable workplace for those who think about high efficiency</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Why is space management important for making the workplace smarter?The core of smart offices lies in optimization. Organizations are seeking to create a revolution in the spaces where we spend most of our professional lives by making offices smarter. Internet of Things (IoT) office technologies is essential for businesses today to retain employees and recruit new talent. Modernizing the office space where employees spend significant time is just as important to improving the employee experience as the tools currently used in offices.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/dcca426e223d9c00--49e11840--1413e5df--8b801afd--f2da9965fbf68030caa542f74246301.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Smartening of office, a revolution that requires space management tools</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Get to know the benefits of smarting of office&nbsp;There are many benefits to implementing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the office environment. Some benefits of smartening of office that should not be ignored are:&nbsp;•&nbsp;Facilitating work planningBy benefiting from advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, the sharing of documents, files, and more are facilitated for managers and employees, making the entire work management process easier.&nbsp;•&nbsp;More productive working days and meetingsInternet of Things (IoT) office technologies significantly helps improve the efficiency and productivity of employees. Because it makes things easy and by automating many processes, it helps people to focus on more valuable tasks instead of repetitive and unimportant tasks. In turn, smartening of the office allows&nbsp;people to achieve their career goals faster by focusing on developing higher-level skills. This is important for both the organization and the people working in it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/f95897007a1a7207--43eb1441--141cedd9--8b8112f5--f4da9c67f9f9883cc4a848fb9415492.png"><figcaption>Figure 3-Successful holding and management of business meetings with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) tools</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;• Development of employee participation&nbsp;Those employees who are more satisfied with their workplace will have the most participation in organizational affairs. These people come to work with more energy and motivation and are ready to provide fresh ideas for the development of the collection every day.&nbsp;• Personalization of staff rooms&nbsp;A smart office provides more comfort to the people who work there and makes the space more personalized and comfortable. In fact, using the Internet of Things (IoT) allows employees to remotely manage some parts of their work environment, such as setting lights and temperature, booking meeting rooms, and interacting constructively with other colleagues. Therefore, supporting the independence and more ownership of employees in their work, leads to having a happier workforce with a higher output level.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Development of team building and teamwork&nbsp;Smart Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the workplace can help strengthen collaboration and facilitate teamwork. By using remote collaboration tools, teams are able to communicate with each other regardless of location and have a productive collaboration. This in turn leads to improved relations between the workforce. It is also essential for organizations looking to move towards a more flexible way of working.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0e469e797ad83f02--42ee1a59--141aeddb--8a8410f6--f0d7946afef18f3bcfa34ef75721998.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- Improving the working experience of employees with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) tools</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Smart office is more secureA smart notebook can be very secure. Because security devices such as&nbsp;Wi-Fi sensors and security cameras can be used there. The data collected by these devices are easily accessible in real-time for managers of organizations. In addition, Internet of Things (IoT)-based technologies can help increase security and compliance in the workplace because they are managed by specialized companies that invest heavily in security.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Operating costs are reducedSmartening the office helps to reduce operating costs in different ways. Business owners who are looking to make their work smarter can manage their real estate remotely with greater accuracy and speed by accessing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. In addition, smart devices are used to reduce energy consumption. The amount of lighting, heating, and cooling can be adjusted in such a way that if there are no people in the workspace, it is automatically turned off and makes the work environment as efficient as possible in terms of energy.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/4e708a0d82c5440a--4cea1f59--1415e9d7--888617fd--fed99e65f9fa8532c3a846fc9556176.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- Improving enterprise cost management strategies using the Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What are the features of the smart office?Not all smart offices are the same. Some are better equipped than others and offer more benefits to employees.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Intelligent lighting, cooling, and heating systemsIntelligent lighting and climate management systems are able to recognize people's usage patterns and preferences. This is done through smart sensors that are strategically placed to detect and record movement and activity data. By installing smart thermostats that can be controlled through mobile phone apps or web browsers, companies can create the possibility of controlling the workspace for employees and help to strengthen the morale, productivity, and retention of employees. By using this technology, it is also possible to turn off the temperature and light regulation systems if the working spaces are not used, thus saving energy and costs.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Smart meeting roomSmart meeting rooms are another important feature of a smart office. Sensors assigned in the meeting room help to improve and simplify the meeting setting process in an organization. In addition, they can supervise the use of common office spaces such as conference rooms and meeting halls. On the other hand, workspace booking platforms allow managers to monitor the location and time of their employees to ensure that everyone has what they need to perform their duties effectively at any time. Also, by analyzing the collected data, they will be able to better evaluate the performance of their employees and support their teams&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/5b80097dfd607409--43e41358--1410e9d3--898315fe--f8d7976df6fa8d37cca948f72328561.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- The role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in meeting management</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Video monitoring of affairsVideo surveillance, which is another essential component in a smart office, which not only increases security in the work environment but is also able to optimize the use of office spaces by analyzing the collected data. Smart video surveillance systems allow companies to automate the process of entering and exiting people; Monitor the number of visitors and their purpose for visiting the company and provide instructions to support them in order to find the place or people they want.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Simplifying the error reporting processA common problem in companies is equipment failure, which can make a productive meeting ineffective in just a minute. Internet of Things (IoT) technology in a smart office typically offers simple solutions for error reporting and support request logging. Employees can log the error report directly on their smartphones and attach an image with a description. The error report is sent directly to the intelligent central management system and makes the maintenance process easy.&nbsp;How to have a smart office?Smartening the office with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies requires not only software but also a wide range of hardware products such as smart sensors, availability indicator lights, and indoor positioning sensors. These devices can collect valuable data at different times and communicate with other platforms and devices to analyze what is happening in the workplace.&nbsp;Smartening the office with the IoTSmile platformIoTSmile integrated operation platform is the best option for making an office smarter by providing smart solutions. Among the most important achievements of using this platform are:•&nbsp;Intelligent security and safety system•&nbsp;Intelligent control of the ventilation system•&nbsp;Smart lighting control•&nbsp;Intelligent parking control•&nbsp;Intelligent error reporting system and reducing maintenance costs•&nbsp;Intelligent system for controlling the entry and exit of people with face recognition&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/7f8d55bd1fbef200--47ee1a5c--141ee2d2--8a8217fb--fdd0966ffff48c3ac1ac45fc6722159.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- IoTSmile integrated operations platform</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;To receive advice and prepare the IoTSmile platform, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://flowscapesolutions.com/blog/what-is-a-smart-office">Flowscapesolutions: </a>What is a Smart Office?-JAN 25, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://cloudbooking.com/blogs/what-is-a-smart-office-key-benefits-and-how-it-works/">Cloudbooking: </a>What Is a Smart Ofﬁce? Key Beneﬁts and How It Works</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://blog.vantagecircle.com/features-of-smart-office/#:~:text=be%20called%20smart.-,What%20">Blog. vantagecircle: </a>7 Features Of A Smart Office That You Can’t Overlook-25 July 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8550894">IEEE Xplore: A Smart Office Automation System Using Raspberry Pi (Model-B)</a>-November 2018</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.elsevier.com/books/smart-manufacturing/soroush/978-0-12-820027-8">Elsevier: </a>Smart Manufacturing-August 4, 2020</li></ol>&nbsp;

Smartening the workplace, the revolution that the Internet of Things (IoT) has created!

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How the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming railways?&nbsp;The rail transport industry is one of the most important signs of the development of countries in the world, and this has been made possible with the help of improving security, increasing the speed and intelligence of movement. Achieving the goals of smart railways and safe and fast traffic is possible through automatic systems. With the advancement of technology, smart devices through the Internet of Things (IoT) and with the help of environmental sensors will appear in the railway transportation network and will cause more and more efficiency in trains connected to the network and improve the travel experience for passengers.&nbsp;What is the railway equipped with the Internet of Things (IoT)?A smart railway station is actually a rail network that uses various types of Internet of Things (IoT) electronic sensors to collect data and use them to improve efficiency and develop sustainability. Smart rail transport mainly includes smart management, smart infrastructure and smart mobility.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/e3726947de32e309--4471b794--1413efd7--babf2c2d--82d5d3f4714903bf5c9720409059535.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 1 - The role of railways in the modern smart city</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Internet of Things (IoT) in smart railwaysAt the same time as the Internet of Things (IoT) is being used in various fields, industrial engineers are looking for new opportunities to make this technology more impactful on business. The railway industry is in a position that can use the potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) in line with its evolution and development.The analysis of various studies often shows in a clear picture that a smart railway can be built around a set of criteria: technological innovation, adaptability, connectivity and flexibility.The intelligent tools available in the railways are divided into the following 4 categories:•Applications•&nbsp;Monitoring equipment•&nbsp;Environmental measuring devices•&nbsp;Transportation service equipment&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/f5f6d572f0bea80f--427ab09c--141eeade--b8bd2826--84d8d2fa734c03b3519928441051905.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 2 - Cities are creating "living" transportation hubs</figcaption></figure>The advantages of using the Internet of Things (IoT) in the rail transport networkA smart train uses the collected data in a dual way: on the one hand, to help and inform passengers via a stable Wi-Fi or 4G connection in the carriages and stations. And on the other hand, the data is used internally by the transport operator to inform maintenance, forecasting and improving service levels.&nbsp;1- Bringing smart railways to passengers•&nbsp;Online purchase of train ticketsIn the age of smartphones, apps have been a step forward in terms of ticketing and real-time information. In addition to providing e-ticketing tools, train operators can provide another way to provide real-time information to customers.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Digital and information boardsSmart digital signs enable fast and accurate response for passengers and transform their travel experience. These boards can display real-time travel information by updating trains and their routes in the shortest possible time.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8408a12a4ac2de02--4979babc--1410e3d6--b8b42f26--8fd5d1fb7f4205bd5a912c4f4374606.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Installation of smart boards in train stations</figcaption></figure>2- Advantages of using Internet of Things (IoT) for rail networkUsing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, rail operators can provide a smarter, more efficient and safer rail experience for everyone, while also seeing these benefits:Passenger attendance managementOne of the biggest challenges that railway operators face is the movement of passengers from one place to another. Overcrowding and the possibility of crime lead to inefficient operations, reduced revenue levels, and ultimately passenger dissatisfaction. Therefore, by using the camera in the station and inside the train, operators can observe and analyze the flow of passenger movement to help improve station operation decision-making and planning.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/762d30581ea5a103--4873b3cf--1410e8d9--b9be282d--81d9d3f972420bba519b244b5528003.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- Optimizing passenger waiting time at train stations</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•Increasing passenger satisfactionInternet of Things (IoT) technologies provide countless possibilities for railway operators to create new services and respond more accurately to passenger expectations. By collecting and analyzing data sent through sensors, operators can personalize the trip for passengers and help them to be more satisfied with the services provided.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Intelligent tracking of employees and passengersInternet of Things (IoT) in smart railways as a powerful force can solve the challenges of managing passengers and employees. The use of biometric systems, equipped with built-in tracking mechanisms, simplifies the tracking of passengers and staff and helps railway authorities better monitor passenger numbers as well as staff performance.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Reducing maintenance costsOn-board sensors, cameras and computers enable rail operators to use fleet diagnostic data to minimize breakdowns, predict repairs and optimize service schedules to keep trains running.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d2f9da0ba84ed304--457db2c3--1412e7d5--b8b02928--81dfd1f3734509bc569225474639581.png"><figcaption>Figure 5 - The importance of maintenance in the field of smart rail</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;•&nbsp;Smart safety sensorsMaintaining the safety of passengers and railway employees is one of the main priorities of operators in rail transport industry. Implementing safety sensors throughout the railway is one-way operators can provide a safer experience for passengers during their journey. Safety sensors can be attached to critical train components such as wheels and railroad&nbsp;switch to alert operators of any problems.Smart cameras also help automate safety or emergency alerts during potential water leaks, fires, smoke or other incidents. In addition, these cameras can be used to find lost children in the crowd.Using the Internet of Things (IoT) and safety sensors can help to maintain the health of switchmen. In this way, the safety sensors accompanying the switchman, by measuring the vitals and also tracking him, send the collected data to the intelligent data management center and inform the railway authorities about the health of these people.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0d580185dc71920e--4e7bb2d6--141ce7d3--bbbc2c2e--8cd8d3fc75470ab65f90204d3287615.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 6- The importance of the safety system in the smart railway</figcaption></figure>•&nbsp;Intelligent tracking of assetsRailways deal with numerous&nbsp;assets on a daily basis, including tracks, equipment, stations and passenger assets such as baggage and cargo. Knowing where all assets are at any given time is essential to help keep everyone safe and operations efficient. Using computer vision to track assets in near-time can help reduce locomotive downtime and increase operational efficiency.&nbsp;•&nbsp;Smartening of cargo transportation by trainSince sending parcels by train is one of the cheapest ways of transporting goods, using the Internet of Things (IoT) and making all stages of this work intelligent can help the development and evolution of the rail transportation industry. Thanks to the capabilities of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, intelligent management of all stages of sending cargo is possible with high speed and accuracy. These cases can include packing the consignments, sending receipts to the recipient, tracking the cargo to the destination, calculating freight costs, and at the international level, things like doing customs at the origin and destination and obtaining the necessary licenses and certificates.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2e58ebe228a4fd04--4677bfd6--1412e3d5--bbb72b23--8adbd5f77f4400bb599c21432717418.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Solving rail transportation challenges with the help of Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>IoTSmile platform in the smartening of rail transport fleetUsing IoTSmile platform-based approach to implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) in the rail industry, all sensors, devices, subsystems and applications connected to railway equipment can work seamlessly together. This integrated approach simplifies operational technology management across the rail network. In addition, it enables the creation of common cybersecurity policies in railway systems, devices and applications.&nbsp;Grow your business with the IoTSmile platformNormally, it is very difficult to manage sending shipments in the rail network due to the lack of information, and the result is effects such as increased traffic and the impossibility of tracking shipments in the freight chain. Now, with the help of the IoTSmile platform, we have designed a comprehensive information system that collects in real time the vital information of wagons including: location, origin, destination and conditions inside the wagon from the network of sensors and can solve all the challenges of monitoring wagons and their related problems.<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/9c45f664ed4e450c--417bb2e4--1412e0d5--b8b12e29--8cd6d2fd704300b4519827433997166.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 8- The IoTSmile platform is a new step in the smartening of the railway industry</figcaption></figure>To receive advice and prepare the IoTSmile platform, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li><a href="https://www.cyient.com/blog/rail-transportation/five-smart-ways-how-iot-is-transforming-the-railways">Cyient: Five Smart Ways How IoT is Transforming the Railways</a>-09 Feb 2018</li><li><a href="https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1742-6596/1187/5/052053/pdf">Iopscience: Research and Analysis on the Top Design of Smart Railway</a>-2019</li><li><a href="https://www.nokia.com/networks/services/iot-for-railways/">Nokia: </a>IoT for Railways</li><li><a href="https://www.railway-technology.com/analysis/railways-role-modern-smart-city/">Railway-technology: A railway’s role in the modern Smart City</a>-January 4, 2018</li><li>R<a href="https://www.railway-technology.com/analysis/smart-railway-stations-cities-creating-living-transport-hubs/">ailway-technology:Smart railway stations: how cities are creating ‘living’ transport hubs</a>-February 5, 2018</li><li><a href="https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/transportation/iot-in-railways.html">Intel: </a><a href="https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/search.html?ws=marketplace#q=connected%20rail&amp;sort=relevancy&amp;f:@tabfilter=[Partners]&amp;f:@sfpartnerprogram=[Intel%C2%AE%20Solutions%20Marketplace,Offerings]&amp;f:@sfcategoriesoffering_en=[Solution]&amp;f:@sfapplicationofferingoffering_en=[Smart%20City]">IoT in Railways</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.myevolution.asia/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuaPV0e7F-gIVYpJmAh2t3w4CEAAYAyAAEgK1u_D_BwE">My evolution:</a> Ready to grow your business with the power of IoT?</li><li><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772390922000385">ScienceDirect: Internet of Things for sustainable railway transportation: Past, present, and future</a>-July 2022</li></ol>

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Smart Railways

Smart Airport

Smart hotels, a novel phase in the hotel industry&nbsp;Currently, smart hotels are known as one of the top trends of the hotel industry. Since hoteliers understand the changing needs of customers, they use these technologies in order to improve the quality level of their services and customer satisfaction. Smartening of hotels enables hoteliers to improve customer experiences by providing them with personalized services.&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:72.67%;"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/6da7835fd95bf50c--3b9077bb--1411e6d5--ab60dfb0--09f38493adedbd46da09f3058821875.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 1- Technological progress and smart hotels</figcaption></figure>What is a smart hotel?A smart hotel is a hotel that uses the Internet of Things (IoT) with the aim of keeping up with the current trends in the hotel industry, such as check-in services, guard robots, etc. In fact, the smart hotel is a system that replaces the service forces and employees and intelligently controls all the facility systems and the central management of the guests. For example, checking the condition of room lighting, safety and security systems, ventilation, cooling and heating systems, and smart closing of doors, curtains, and electric shutters through mobile phone applications. Guests can also benefit from other hotel services by installing the hotel application on their smartphones.Below we mention some of the services that the smart hotel provides to hoteliers and guests.&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:68.47%;"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/703f00fffe23350b--319d8c21--1415e8d6--aa6ed1b1--0cff859da8e5b048d10ff8065589935.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- The use of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the smartening of hotels</figcaption></figure>Services and amenities of smart hotelsAmong the most important features of a smart hotel that can be used by hoteliers and guests is itsrooms and other parts, the following can be mentioned:• The possibility of online viewing and booking the room• Registration of requests for moving cars, accessories, and luggage• Order all kinds of food, and drinks and request to recharge the refrigerator• Registration of requests for cleaning rooms, changing sheets and towels• Online connection of guests with hotel reception through a mobile application• Providing welfare services to guests from the time they enter the hotel until the last time of their stay• Using a mobile phone as a room door key based on fingerprint or facial recognitionIn some smart hotels, guests can also adjust the height of their beds and switch between lying and sitting. They can even use the mirror in the room as a touch screen for things like writing notes. Large flat-screen smart TVs that are controlled by voice commands are also considered another convenience of smart hotels.&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:72.36%;"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b002bd085a043e0b--3c908829--141dedd0--a961ddb1--0ff08b93afe2b049da0af8041040486.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 3- Smart hotel, a pleasant stay experience</figcaption></figure>The benefits of smartening hotels for hoteliersAmong the benefits of smartening hotels for the owners of this industry, the following can be mentioned:• Reducing costsEffective use of resources is one of the most important aspects of any business. Considering smart hotels, the state of room lighting, safety and security systems, ventilation, cooling, and heating systems, the closing of doors, curtains, and electric shutters, etc. It is done from the central management system and in an intelligent way, so the amount of energy consumption has been minimized and their efficient management can reduce hotel costs by 30%.• Increase income Since a smart hotel offers a significant level of personalization to guests, it makes the guest experience more enjoyable and ensures their return. This leads to an increase in the net income of hotels. Also, energy&nbsp;consumption is one of the biggest operating costs in the hotel industry, so smartening the hotel can improve the hotel's net income by reducing these costs.• Employee performance management By making the hotel smart, there is no need for the staff to answer each and every question of the guests&nbsp;traditionally, and in fact, by making it possible for the guests to communicate online with the hotel reception, the staff&nbsp;can focus on more complex issues, and&nbsp;they perform better. On the other hand, hotel management can evaluate the performance of employees remotely and with higher speed and accuracy.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Facilitating financial affairsBy making the hotel smart, the speed and accuracy of doing things in the financial and accounting departments will be improved. In this way, the bill to the guests is presented to them automatically and all payments are made online. Therefore, the possibility of errors in the financial and accounting sectors is close to zero.• Reducing environmental risksThe use of smart technologies can help the hotel industry to reduce its adverse effects on the environment. For example, hoteliers can build rooms equipped with intelligent energy management systems, which can help reduce energy consumption and environmental pollution.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/ce524dacda14a802--3794802c--1410e9db--aa6bd1b4--03fb8d9badecb348db01f9028493892.webp"><figcaption>Figure 4- Optimization of hotel management processes</figcaption></figure>Advantages of smart hotels for guestsMaking the hotel smart has many advantages for the guests. The existence of these advantages makes the guests prioritize the reservation of a smart hotel. Being in priority and becoming famous are one of the most important goals of hotel managers.Some of the most important benefits of a smart hotel for guests are:• Online bookingSmart hotels provide the possibility for their guests to book their desired room online with the duration of stay, expected facilities, and services by spending minimum time and cost. Therefore, when the guests enter the hotel, the reserved room with the same specifications will be provided to them.&nbsp;• Remote room managementGuests can easily access their rooms remotely and control them from a specific location. For example, it is possible for guests to prepare the room by adjusting the temperature and light in advance or at the time of their arrival. They can also use smart sockets to charge mobile phones, tablets, and laptops when they are not in the hotel.• Increased security and comfortIn general, smart hotel facilities significantly increase the level of security and comfort of guests. For example, in these hotels, the rooms are equipped with smart locks. As a result, guests can define their fingerprints on the locks and thus protect their privacy. Managing different parts of the room through the voice assistant (Google Assistant) and smartly playing music from the guests' mobile phones in the room to enjoy the time they are in the hotel are other amenities that create comfort and relaxation in the guests.&nbsp;• Fast responseGuests can register all their requests online and receive a quick response. For example, they can order their favorite drink from the café via mobile phone; send a message to change the towels and sheets, or even have a request to collect the food tray from the front door of the room.&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:72.57%;"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d1c1de9a31e8b500--3e948d28--141ae9dd--a963d9bf--0dfd8c95a4e8b540dd07fb0b2664285.jpg"><figcaption>Figure 5- Improving guest experiences by providing personalized services</figcaption></figure>How to make your hotel smart?Hoteliers and other leaders in the field of hospitality are constantly trying to find new solutions in order&nbsp;to reduce costs and improve the experience of their customers. Therefore, with the help of the IoTSmile&nbsp;intelligent central management system, we have made it possible for hotel owners to connect all their&nbsp;hotel equipment to an intelligent central system, according to their budget, and in this way, they can&nbsp;enjoy its unique benefits. Such as&nbsp;reducing costs, optimizing energy consumption, and creating security, well-being, and satisfaction for more guests.• IoTSmile intelligent cooling and heating systemBy installing IoTSmile smart cooling and heating touch panel in the rooms, guests no longer need to take&nbsp;a series of actions to change the ambient temperature. For example, if a person feels cold, by clicking on&nbsp;the IoTSmile touch panel, he can turn on the heating system and bring the room temperature to his&nbsp;desired temperature. This system continuously measures the ambient temperature and if the room&nbsp;temperature is higher than the desired level defined in the IoTSmile central panel, it turns off the&nbsp;heating system or vice versa. In other words, each of these systems is activated depending on the&nbsp;room temperature.• IoTSmile intelligent optical systemSmart lighting systems are one of the ways to make a smart room more attractive. Installing smart&nbsp;lighting systems helps to provide more natural light to the rooms during the day, and this saves energy&nbsp;consumption and thus reduces costs. For example, you can use the&nbsp;IoTSmile&nbsp;presence sensor to turn on the lights automatically when guests enter the room and to turn off them when they leave there; This saves energy consumption and as a result, significantly reduces costs.• IoTSmile intelligent security systemThe existence of&nbsp;IoTSmile&nbsp;intelligent security system not only gives the customer a feeling of peace but also provides the possibility for the hotel owners to manage different parts of the security system at all times, such as controlling the entry and exit of people, closed circuit cameras, fire alarm, and extinguishing systems, emergency power, etc. with high precision and cost-effectively.&nbsp;To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email, or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://nexusintegra.io/smart-hotels/">Nexusintegra: </a>Smart Hotels, what is it, and what advantages does it offer?</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.revfine.com/smart-hotel-solutions/">Revfine: Smart Hotel Solutions: 7 Ways to Make Your Hotel Smarter</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.opden.net/benefits-of-smart-hotel-room/">Opden: </a>Benefits of Smart Hotel Room-May 24, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A<a href="https://www.amenitiz.com/blog/what-are-smart-hotels">menitiz: What are Smart Hotels?</a>-March 2, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.hdlautomation.com/">Hdlautomation: 5 Benefits of Smart Hotel Rooms for Hotel Owners and Guests</a>-2021/2/10&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://blog.smartvel.com/blog/smart-hotels-what-to-expect-from-the-future-of-hospitality">Blog.smart-vel: Smart Hotels: What to Expect from the Future of Hospitality</a></li></ol>&nbsp;

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The hospitality industry is on the verge of embracing the internet of things (IoT)

Smart Hotel

Getting to know the smart city infrastructure&nbsp;The growing trend of urban population has created many challenges for cities that cannot be solved by traditional methods. In order to solve these problems, information technology and Internet of Things (IoT) have come to help cities to facilitate the life process for their residents.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/183c6c0a639b3104--6150ab83--1414e2dd--b939458c--c016bc56df5c1c7092aebb176411707.png"><figcaption>Figure 1- Smart cities should take advantage of the initiative at every opportunity</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What is a smart city?A smart city uses different types of sensors to collect information. This process includes the collection and analysis of data from citizens, devices and urban resources that are used to monitor and manage traffic in all transportation systems, power plants, urban facilities, water supply networks, waste management, crime detection, schools, libraries, hospitals and other social services are used.The purpose of making cities smart is to optimize urban processes, provide optimal services and communicate with citizens. Smart city technology allows city officials to interact directly with the community and urban infrastructure and provide appropriate responses to the needs of the city and citizens.&nbsp;Why is it necessary to make smart cities?The facilities that smart cities provide to statesmen and citizens alone prove that all cities need to move towards smartness. In fact, Internet of Things (IoT) technologies help in the optimal management of energy resources, prevention of drought and water shortage, power outages, gas and similar problems.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/32d6df68c659b101--6259a88b--141decde--b9304982--c919be54d855197591a0b11d2803844.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Smart cities maintain the balance of man and earth</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What is the difference between digital and smart city?A digital city is connected to the Internet and equipped with new platforms for information and communication management. Therefore, it can communicate with surrounding objects through the Internet of Things (IoT). These platforms also enable the collection and processing of large amounts of data and offer new services to city residents. A smart city is a city that uses these digital connections to improve the urban environment and quality of life through better management. A smart city is a complex system that uses digital infrastructure to manage systems such as traffic control, parking, lighting, and the like. Therefore, these two concepts are very closely related. In such a way that in order to make a city smart, it is first necessary to digitize that city; Because it must integrate information and communication technology in its networks, services and infrastructure. In other words, a city cannot be smart before it is digital.&nbsp;Achievements of the smart cityThe Internet of Things (IoT) is actually an emerging phenomenon in the direction of optimal management of energy resources and preserving it for future generations. A smart city is an example of proper management of resources based on new technologies. Some achievements of smart cities based on the Internet of Things (IoT) are as follows:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Creating safer and more stable societies</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Automatic and efficient urban management</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing costs by reducing the number of workers</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the speed of doing things and avoiding wasting time</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Effective decision making based on correct data collected</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Return on investment for the smartening of cities, buildings and industries</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Helping to implement sustainable development programs and urban space management</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the quality of life of citizens due to the desirability of products and services</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Improving processes in the field of health, food and medicine, agriculture, animal husbandry and other cases</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing energy consumption (electricity and gas) with the possibility of warning about its consumption</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Planning in line with the growth and development of various industries by relying on the data received with the help of Internet of Things tools</li></ul>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/629479310f4d9b05--6053a68f--1416efd2--b93b4f8a--c81bb058d25f167e92a3b11b2284249.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Investing in smart cities, a tool for better living in the future and earning profit now</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The smartness of a city is determined by a set of characteristics<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart infrastructure</li></ul>Smart infrastructure plays a significant role in the development of urban life in a smart city, focusing on the welfare of citizens. The smartening of the infrastructure allows city managers to implement a more comprehensive concept of city services to contribute to a better quality of life through the construction of a smart, sustainable city and an integrated urban infrastructure.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart parking</li></ul>Nowadays, car parking has become one of the most important challenges in big cities. Daily citizens spend a lot of time and energy to find an empty place to park their car, and often they don't find the right place. In smart cities, parking applications help citizens find empty parking spaces.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart City Guide</li></ul>The city guide application is another facility that smart cities provide to their citizens and travelers. This application works like a complete and detailed map and shows different places of the city such as museums, galleries, restaurants and parks.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/5d426ece5bef640b--6858a698--141fecdb--bb3f4386--c814b25ad951157d91a1bc177434200.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- A smart city includes many key issues that are essential for the city and its residents</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent control of water and energy consumption</li></ul>Providing services such as monitoring all processes from production, installation and commissioning to data analysis and issuing bills in order to optimize energy consumption plays an important role in the process of smartening cities. Optimizing the consumption of water and energy (electricity and gas) with the possibility of setting alarms on their consumption is one of the important steps in the development of the urban system and achieving a smart city.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart payment system</li></ul>Online payment system in smart cities can be seen everywhere in the city. In fact, the smart city makes it possible to use online payment for every purchase and the risk of carrying cash is reduced to a minimum. In smart cities, transportation, restaurant, cinema, theater, museum and amusement park tickets can all be paid online.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart healthcare</li></ul>To adapt to the changes in a smart city, smarter services should be provided in the field of health and health. Smartening the field of health and hygiene can reduce treatment costs and establish more effective communication between the activists of this industry. By collecting the necessary information of the patients, if necessary, nurses and doctors have access to the information of the patients as soon as possible and are able to take care of the patients in the best way.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/af8b023742bd650f--625ba397--1412e2d6--ba3d4a8d--cf11b556d1521b779ca2b5156689245.png"><figcaption>Figure 5 - A smart city provides clear answers to patients on how to meet higher health standards</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart urban services</li></ul>By establishing effective communication between citizens and city managers, cities become safer, cleaner and more stable places, and the general standards of urban life rise. If the citizens have the possibility to report the problems of garbage collection or other infrastructure problems to the authorities, then they can get to work faster and solve the problems.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart buildings and offices</li></ul>Smart and sustainable buildings and offices open up a future of environments that not only support our ways of life, but actually enhance and enhance them. Smart office buildings act as environmental social infrastructure and strive to improve the presence of employees and clients.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent educational system</li></ul>An intelligent educational system tries to maximize the use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the entire process of implementing the educational program, evaluation and management of the educational center. The Internet of Things (IoT) also allows educational institutions to improve their safety and increase access to information in the educational environment.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart control of violations in city traffic</li></ul>Traffic congestion is one of the biggest problems in big cities. High volume of traffic in these cities slows down the movement of cars and long stops behind traffic lights for passengers and drivers. With the advancements in information technology, intelligent traffic systems play a significant role in optimizing traffic flow in densely populated cities. Today, Internet of Things (IoT) technologies collect real-time traffic data, so that traffic routing can be intelligently optimized.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart transportation</li></ul>One of the goals of making cities smart is to save time for citizens. Smart transportation allows citizens to save time and reach their destination faster by using high-speed trains and buses.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/ce76210ce9c93b06--655ba3bb--1412e8df--b9324a83--c91cbf5bd754107f93a2b71a3431199.png"><figcaption>Figure 6 - Creating future value through infrastructure intelligence</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Electronic government and Internet of Things (IoT)</li></ul>The Internet of Things (IoT) can create a unified public framework for discrete government systems. Therefore, not only the achievement of electronic government will be faster, but also the process of social awareness, which is the result of the impact of IoT, can be accelerated.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent crowd tracking</li></ul>Tracking and monitoring the crowd and controlling it is not only something new, but it is becoming common nowadays. Thanks to the advancement of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, the methods of monitoring and tracking people are expanding in various ways. Read the smart tracking article to understand the importance and how to do it.&nbsp;Get a front row seat with the IoTSmile platform to discover the latest smart city technologies!With the growing use of emerging Internet of Things (IoT) technologies by various cities, these cities benefit from many advantages such as safety and modern transportation, traffic monitoring and surveillance, efficient management of power plants, urban facilities, water supply networks, waste management and Other social services will be available. They benefit. In today's world, keeping up with technology is beneficial to society, and depending on traditional formats will not benefit individuals and organizations. Therefore, by implementing the IoTSmile platform, you can benefit from the many advantages of a smart city.To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/0473432892d1eb09--655ba9c8--141be4de--b83d4e89--cd18bc53dc5e15739aa0b0163723408.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Take a step towards a smart city with IoT Smile platform!</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/iotagenda/definition/smart-city">Techtarget: Smart city</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;">B<a href="https://www.bbva.ch/en/news/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-smart-cities/">bva: Advantages and disadvantages of Smart Cities</a>-17 MAY, 2021</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.patrizia.ag/en/nextnow-2/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9KHEqbWq-wIVWvN3Ch2xWA8AEAAYAiAAEgLH0PD_BwE&amp;gcls">Patrizia: NEXT NOW - FOR SMART CITY INFRASTRUCTURES AND INVESTORS</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.cib.barclays/our-insights/Rethinking-smart-cities-prioritising-infrastructure.html?cid=paidsearch-textads_google_google_themes_smart_cities_uk-we_research_general_300433502566&amp;gclid=EAIaIQo">Cib: The future of Smart Cities</a>-13 Nov 2020</li></ol>

The smart cities are important for development

Smart City

Smart factories for a changing world!&nbsp;Along with the development of information and communication technology, the Internet and wireless networks in the field of industry have also experienced profound changes. In this regard, factories have shown more flexibility in response to these modern disturbances. The smart factory is a new generation factory based on the Internet of Things (IoT), which has been proposed in production management. The smart factory produces, transmits, receives and processes essential data and uses them to produce all kinds of goods.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/ef198f0d961e260b--5492b47e--1412efde--a8cf3ef1--8d140c7fd1414ce597002b467850658.png"><figcaption>Figure 1 - The smart factory, the industrial revolution of our time</figcaption></figure> What is a smart factory and how does it work?Many traditional factories use automated machines such as barcode scanners, cameras and digital production equipment in different parts of their production process. But these devices are not connected. People, assets, and data management systems in a traditional factory all operate in isolation and must be manually coordinated and continuously integrated.Using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, a smart factory integrates machines, people, and big data into a single ecosystem in ways that make it possible to measure, measure, control, and communicate everything that happens throughout the manufacturing process. In fact, with the smartness of a factory, not only the data can be managed and analyzed as good as possible, but also to predict trends, events and implement the workflows of an intelligent production, the collected data set, interpreted and&nbsp;new insight in the direction of optimization. Management of production processes is provided.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/05f07e4c71baa308--5698bd85--141ce7de--aac63bf0--82160775d24a4ae39f0e28429574156.png"><figcaption>Figure 2 - The smart factory represents a leap forward from traditional automation to a fully connected and flexible system.</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What technologies are used in an intelligent factory?Smart factories use different types of technologies related to the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) to optimize smart production processes. These technologies include:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Sensors</li></ul>In certain stages of the production process, sensors are used to collect data that can be used to monitor the processes. For example, sensors can monitor temperature or other variables and automatically correct any problems or alert staff. These sensors can be connected to a network to provide joint monitoring of multiple machines.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Cloud computing system</li></ul>Storage and processing of data collected from sensors is done through cloud computing. Therefore, large amounts of data are loaded, stored and evaluated and provide feedback to make decisions as quickly as possible.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/80ddb03d5ecd740c--5d93b88b--141be2d2--a8cf36fa--811e057ddc4c41e796002c478389877.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- The beginning of the journey of the smart factory and its requirements</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Big data analysis tools</li></ul>As more data is collected, it can be used to provide insight into how a manufacturing process is performing. Big data allows error patterns to be identified and quality assurance predictions to be made more accurately. This data can be shared between factories or even different organizations to solve common problems and further optimize processes.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)</li></ul>Augmented reality (AR) is a digital technology that overlays digital information throughout the real world and allows viewing of this information through a smartphone. While virtual reality (VR) is a wider virtual world that requires special glasses, both of these technologies can help intelligent factory operators organize products, production tasks, and maintain and repair equipment.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b19c784c16374507--529fbd82--1411e5d8--aac831f4--80130474d34341e39408204f9707268.JPG"><figcaption>Figure 4- Virtual reality has made the industry progress</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Actuator</li></ul>Before answering the question of what is an actuator, we need to know about programmable logic controller or PLC. A programmable logic controller or PLC is actually a special type of computer that is designed for reliable operation in special industrial conditions such as very high temperatures, humidity, dryness, etc. Each PLC consists of three main parts including input, processor and output. Now imagine that you have an electric motor with a power button and you want to turn on the motor when you press the button, and turn off the motor when you press it again. This function is similar to the function of the power button on the TV remote control.This button is actually the same operator or Actuator. Operators, which are among the most important equipment in factories, especially in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, make operations to be carried out continuously with high efficiency and complete safety, and therefore their presence is vital.&nbsp;Top features of smart factoryWith the explanations given about the smart factory, many features probably come to your mind, and we will introduce the best ones below.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Collecting and analyzing data automatically with the help of the Internet of Things (IoT)</li></ul>The equipment in smart factories are connected to networks so that they can collect information intelligently and accurately and quickly with the help of the sensors in them and transfer it to the data management center. In addition to leading to faster and more effective collaboration between manufacturers and suppliers, this feature also increases internal interaction between departments in the factory.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2cb7c097a63b1e09--5e99b298--1414e5db--a9c93afd--801b0a7cd44c4de4970821433140695.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- Empowering the digital transformation in production</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Management of machines in the factory</li></ul>Technologies available in smart factories enable humans to detect abnormalities in raw materials and also final products by computer. In addition, the sensors in the machines not only allow the detection of the undesirable operation of the production components, but also automatically order the necessary raw materials before reaching the set limit. In fact, this feature allows you to identify and solve problems before starting work.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Better decision-making and optimization of productions</li></ul>&nbsp;A smart factory optimizes its production operations through automation. Optimizing concepts such as achieving reliable production capacity, predictability, increasing production time and efficiency, and minimizing production costs with an emphasis on increasing quality. Intelligent automation dramatically reduces the need for human intervention, which reduces errors.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/52206670ceea7f03--5693ba97--1415e4d1--a9ce39fd--8e1c0074d24742ea9e0221499534408.png"><figcaption>Figure 6 - A smart factory understands manufacturing</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;The most prominent advantages of the smart factoryIn the following, we will examine some of the most prominent advantages of factory automation.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Cost reduction and profitability increase</li></ul>One of the most important advantages of a smart factory compared to other factories is low costs. Costs related to energy consumption are among the most expensive parts of any factory. In the process of making factories intelligent, all the equipment in the factory are connected to each other and have the ability to be tracked. As a result, factory managers can plan to optimize energy consumption in that department by observing the amount of energy consumed by each department, if the consumption of one department is significantly different from other departments. The smartness of the factory also provides the possibility to identify the inactive parts of the factory and turn off the devices of that part, control the lighting and heating and cooling of that part to prevent the waste of energy resources of the factory.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Integration of essential processes</li></ul>Connecting basic processes and components may not be considered an advantage in a smart factory, but a necessity in such places. In order to collect data and make decisions, these factories need this stable connection in order to receive up-to-date descriptions and reports. Increasing the efficiency of the supply network requires the integration of operations within the business, therefore, the connection of processes is considered one of the current affairs in these types of factories.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8fd06bbceb1b4d0b--5797bfa3--141ee7d2--a9c534f6--8517077ad54348ea9f092c474545250.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Real-time assessment of quality in the smart factory</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Data transparency</li></ul>In a smart-style factory, all collected data, finished products, physical assets, etc. are transparent and clear. Therefore, real-time tracking and monitoring can be done in this illustrated network and more accurate decisions can be made and implemented through these facilities.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Anticipating challenges</li></ul>The activation of systems in a smart factory promises early identification of challenges for the employees of this complex. Therefore, in such factories, there is no place for anomalies, running out of stock, safety problems, etc. The only thing that stands out is the improvement in efficiency, quality and real-time predictability of future results.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing operational processes</li></ul>The purpose of optimizing operations in a factory is to perform all tasks with the lowest error rate and the highest level of confidence in order to increase efficiency. The quality of production processes and reduction of costs and waste are among the brilliant results of this. Therefore, optimization is not included in just one category and brings all the components such as energy consumption monitoring, data tracking, asset circulation to its owners after making the factory smart.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/b5a883fd385a5001--5b99b6a5--1419e8d0--a8c739f5--8d100f70d84e41ef9a032f403500817.png"><figcaption>Figure 8- Effects of a smart factory on production and quality</figcaption></figure>Creating a smart factory with the IoTSmile smart platformUpgrading a factory to be “smart” can seem like an expensive undertaking, but you can make quick and effective changes without having to replace every machine in your production chain. The IoTSmile smart platform provides the basis for a quick and low-cost upgrade of a traditional factory to a smart one, and by optimizing processes, they bring gifts such as increasing sales, reducing costs, and saving time in the entire production process to factory owners.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/ac976523e93c2508--5890b1bc--141be7d4--abcc37fc--89100e73d04f48e39a0524444455120.png"><figcaption>Figure 9 - Upgrading to a smart factory with the IoTSmile smart platform</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;In the end, we hope that we have been able to provide you with appropriate information by introducing and examining the advantages of smartness of factories.To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.twi-global.com/technical-knowledge/faqs/what-is-a-smart-factory">Twi-global: WHAT IS A SMART FACTORY? (A COMPLETE GUIDE)</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://ottomotors.com/blog/what-is-the-smart-factory-manufacturing">Ottomotors: What Is the Smart Factory and Its Impact on Manufacturing?</a>-Feb 07, 2023</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.avsystem.com/blog/smart-factory/">Avsystem: What is the smart factory? The impact of factory 4.0 on manufacturing</a>-March 12, 2020</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://smartfactory.ie/">Smartfactory</a>: Smart Factory understands manufacturing</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://abas-erp.com/en/resources/erp-blog/smart-factory-manufacturing">Abas-erp: </a>What is a Smart Factory and its Role in Manufacturing?</li></ol>&nbsp;

Smart factory, the new capability of Internet of Things (IoT) in modern production

Smart Factory

The smart building, future buildings&nbsp;Nowadays, the word “smart” has become increasingly common among us: smartwatch, smart TV, and smartphone. This term is actually used to define smart products that are the result of the evolution of new technologies used in everyday life. Now imagine using these modern technologies, which are often the result of the efforts of experts in the field of Internet of Things (IoT) development, how can they be applied to buildings that are technologically advanced?&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8b1e8f5e4f558508--6a41d956--1419e7d9--abc439f6--8c1a0a7fda474ae09b022944446098.png"><figcaption>Figure 1 - Buildings of the future are designed to make people's lives easier with the help of smart technology.</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Smart buildings and the Internet of Things (IoT)Smart buildings are trying to create more comfortable, safer, and productive environments for their residents by applying Internet of Things (IoT) innovations. The concept of a smart building can be extended to residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Thanks to the capabilities of implementing Internet of Things (IoT) devices to collect, process, and analyze data from different elements and areas, it is possible to achieve automatic management of the real-time performance of different parts of a building. In addition, increasing energy efficiency and improving the level of security and safety are also other achievements of using the Internet of Things (IoT) in the process of building smartness.&nbsp;The goals of smartening buildingsCurrently, many companies and public institutions, and even residential buildings seek to optimize their resources to achieve better performance and sustainable development. Thanks to Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and automation techniques, it is possible to develop buildings that are able to optimize energy consumption, help reduce environmental impacts, and increase the level of security and safety of their occupants or users.In other words, it can be said that by paying a reasonable fee to make the building smart, you can create a safe and comfortable environment for yourself and other residents of the building. At the same time, other features such as remote control of building equipment and optimization of services and structures are also obtained&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/23afee1925331304--614fde6b--1413ebde--a8c63ef8--8d1a0874d54044ef9906294f4380696.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Smart building; Experience a fictional life in reality</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What makes a building smart?Although there are many types of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that are used in building smartness, some of the most important equipment is:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Central processor</li></ul>Processors can be called the beating heart of smart building equipment. Because the central processor is responsible for analyzing the collected information and establishing communication between all components.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Sensors</li></ul>Collecting information from the environment and sending it to the central processor is one of the tasks of the sensors. Motion sensors, temperature, building and parking entrance door opening sensors, door, and window sensors, etc. are among the most widely used and important sensors in the process of building smartness.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Wall panel</li></ul>The panel is actually a screen for controlling and accessing all the electrical equipment of smart buildings that are used in different sizes and shapes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/d92325c628260300--6742de6e--141debde--abc138f4--84190170df4f48ee960f2e431145208.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Security in smart homes using the Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Actuator&nbsp;</li></ul>The actuator is one of the most widely used equipment in smart buildings, whose task is to cut and connect the electricity flow. Using smart relays, you can control lighting, heating and cooling systems, ventilation, electric valves, and other electrical installations of the building.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Security cameras</li></ul>Use of security cameras is one of the other pieces of equipment that help make buildings smarter by showing the interior and exterior of the building. Using the night vision feature of these cameras helps to see the dark space outside the building as well.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/3d9497bf7486f50b--6b40d37e--1414efd9--a9cf31f6--8314077bd94e40e092022f424990716.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- Solutions to increase security in smart buildings</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Get to know the best features of smart buildings!As the manager of a building, you are asked this question: Does your building have the necessary facilities to provide facilities such as the following?Access to building equipment and facilities at all times, with the ability to provide real-time reports that are monitored by a central system;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">When a fire alarm is activated, these alarms are analyzed and visually reviewed through the video surveillance system;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A system that responds to changing weather conditions to reduce the comfort of residents in energy supply and consumption;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A system capable of predicting the possibility of failure in the operational components of the building, such as the HVAC system, and announcing relevant warnings;</li></ul>These are just a few examples of the many benefits of implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) in buildings and making them smarter.Let's take a look at other benefits of building smartness:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing building security</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Convenience and a more enjoyable life</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing environmental harm</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Prediction and prevention of danger</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Management of building equipment remotely</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing energy efficiency and reducing costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Improving the performance of building devices and equipment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Saving time and increasing the productivity of building facilities</li></ul>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8a4514c804b81902--6947df72--1416e0d5--abcc3ef2--8e190574d04640e7990c2d482359662.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- Remotely monitor your home and property with smart buildings</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Getting to know the different parts of a smart building<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart touch keys</li></ul>Modern smart keys replace traditional keys in smart buildings. These keys have different types of wired and wireless, and some models even have a dedicated processor inside the key hardware. In addition to the ability to control and adjust cooling, heating, ventilation, and lighting by touch, these keys also have the ability to control remotely and via the Internet.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent lighting system</li></ul>Smart lamps, smart switches and sockets, smart windows, and smart blinds are among the equipment that is very important in making the lighting system of a building smart.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent security system</li></ul>Such as smart security cameras, smart locks, smart handles, and smart touch panels, the key role of which is clear to everyone in raising the security level of buildings.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/cc2e398443f9d50a--6d47da78--1413e1de--a9c83efb--83190d7ed74442e3940c24465071262.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- Improving the performance of the smart building security system with Internet of Things (IoT) innovations</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent safety system</li></ul>In order to minimize the risks caused by fire and take safety measures in the initial moments of fire, a fire notification system has been designed. In smart buildings, the fire alarm and extinguishing system use audio and visual signals to warn people when there is a fire, the presence of smoke, or the presence of carbon monoxide in the place.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart cooling and heating system</li></ul>Smart thermostats are actually a device to control the cooling and heating system of buildings. These programmable thermostats allow users to check the temperature of the building and heating and cooling devices by defining a certain time schedule, and having two winter and summer modes, provides the ability to control the temperature in the defined intervals. With the help of smart thermostats, it is possible to control the temperature of the building from any place through the internet or an application on a smartphone, and even turn off or on the cooling and heating devices. Controlling the temperature of the swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, and even the bathtub is another feature that can be implemented with the help of smart thermostats.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart video monitoring</li></ul>With the help of video surveillance cameras, it is possible to see all the traffic inside the building on your smartphone wherever you are.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart parking</li></ul>Smart parking lots work based on RFID technology. For this purpose, sensors are installed in the parking lot or on the body of the cars to collect and analyze the entry and exit information.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/107fbc3bb641490f--654edd8c--1413e5dd--a9c233f1--8f1d0679df4045e6930f24428593911.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Intelligent parking system based on RFID technology</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart irrigation system</li></ul>The intelligent irrigation system automatically irrigates the green space inside the building area according to the predetermined schedule at the specified time.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart water, electricity, and gas meter</li></ul>By installing diagnostic sensors on each type of meter (water, electricity, and gas) in smart buildings, in addition to optimizing energy consumption, it is also possible to contribute significantly to improving the safety level.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/4421e1208ebd530a--694ddb84--1412e5d9--abc43af0--8c120377db4947ed9301264e2577088.png"><figcaption>Figure 8- Smart meters based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and energy consumption management</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Build a smart building with the IoT Smile platform!IoTSmile&nbsp;is an integrated operation&nbsp;platform to start centralized management of all your assets. An operational platform based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data technologies that allow you to get the most out of your building. This platform analyzes and manages data through a user interface and has the ability to integrate with other existing tools and platforms.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/61debe6f293f0502--6d4ed481--141be1d9--abc230f2--8912067ed14a41e99d002d42459873.png"><figcaption>Figure 9 - With Smile's IoT platform the future is now!</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;In this article, we discussed various applications of the Internet of Things (IoT) in building smartness. Now, in order to receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email, or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://nexusintegra.io/features-smart-buildings/">Nexusintegra</a>: The 6 features of smart buildings</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.zenatix.com/top-6-features-of-connected-building/">Zenatix</a>: Top 6 Features of Connected Building-MAY 24, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.iotacommunications.com/blog/the-4-components-that-make-a-smart-building-ecosystem/">Iota-communications: The 4 Components That Make A Smart Building Ecosystem</a>-March 12, 2019</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.resonai.com/blog/what-are-intelligent-buildings">Resonai: What Are Intelligent Buildings? A Beginner’s Guide to Digital Facilities</a>-October 13, 2021</li></ol>

Smart building; Experience a fictional life in reality

Smart Building

Internet of Things (IoT) technologies serving the smart hospital&nbsp;Digital innovations and systems based on the Internet of Things (IoT) have affected various aspects of our lives. This impact is so great that nowadays there is hardly any area that has not benefited from the influence of modern Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. One of the fields that have witnessed significant progress under the influence of these innovations is the field of health and treatment. The use of systems known as smart tools have played an effective role in improving the process of diagnosis and treatment of various diseases.Maybe it's time to make hospitals smarter. The presence of digital technologies in smart hospitals undoubtedly promises to enter a new era in the field of treatment and medicine.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/01c15ef2a93bfc06--51b742cc--1413e6de--abce3ffe--8e19047cd8444eee95012d486398110.png"><figcaption>Figure 1- Smartening of medical centers and hospitals by using new Internet of Things (IoT) technologies</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What is meant by a smart hospital and how does it work?In smart hospitals, data is collected and analyzed through integrated systems that are put together with the help of Internet of Things (IoT) tools. In fact, in a smart hospital, the integration of processes starts from within each department where there are different systems such as lighting, cooling and heating and ventilation.&nbsp;Smart hospitals use data and modern Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to improve their processes and maximize patient well-being. It can be said that smart hospitals are inspired by the idea that patients are customers and expect medical facilities to meet their needs. Therefore, smart hospitals do their best to provide a unique experience instead of just focusing on treatment. Smart hospitals extend this style of service to patients' companions as well.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2fadf0d897ff6c0d--59b944c9--1416e9de--abc23cf0--8b1d007cda4e4fe299022f4c908282.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Smartening the hospital and improving patient care</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Why is it important to make smart hospitals?In today's modern world, electronic health and smart hospital systems have become an absolutely necessary issue. This allows people to largely avoid wasting their time. In addition, it helps doctors to organize their schedules more effectively and makes it possible to avoid long queues in hospital.Another important advantage is that the electronic health system allows patients and doctors to get all the necessary information about the health status of people whenever they need it. The implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the hospital helps doctors and nurses to focus more on providing medical services and spend less time on tasks that can be done by intelligent systems.Other benefits of implementing hospital intelligent systems are as follows:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Reduction of medical errors</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing energy consumption</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing the duration of providing services to patients</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the level of safety and security in hospitals</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing the costs of providing services in hospitals</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the quality of services and upgrading the quality level of the hospital</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing the use of human resources and hospital equipment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Increasing the useful life of equipment and reducing their maintenance costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Registering patients' information electronically in the hospital's data center with the aim of maintaining disease records</li></ul>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/516b23018cfb9405--5dbd49c4--1411e2da--aac134f1--85120e70d94743e09c0c2a4d9720603.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- Diagnosis, investigation and treatment in smart hospital&nbsp;</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Is smarting the same as digitalization?It is important to note that digitization does not make hospitals smart by default. The implementation of digital systems, such as robotic processes in healthcare, is a step towards becoming intelligent, but not the end goal in itself. Digital systems allow you to record and record data. You can then benefit from their analysis using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.&nbsp;What are the technologies used in making hospitals smarter?In terms of technology, smart hospitals use a variety of innovative Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, the most important of which are listed below:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Big data analysis tools</li></ul>&nbsp;The use of these tools helps to diagnose and treat diseases, facilitates medical research and manages the health of people in the society.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8b55ac027513440e--53b740c5--141de6d3--a9c93df2--83140871d24747e79a022d4a3602049.png"><figcaption>Figure 4- Big data and the changes it will bring to the health industry</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Augmented Reality (AR)</li></ul>Augmented reality (IoT) is a powerful tool in pain management, mental health treatment, as well as training health and medical staff.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">IOB smart beds</li></ul>Smart hospital beds, which are called Medical IOB, have the ability to record patients' vital information and are actually biometric authentication systems.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Cloud computing platforms</li></ul>In the Smartening of hospitals, large amounts of data must be collected and analyzed. Doing this in hospitals will be a big challenge. Therefore, this is where the importance of cloud computing platforms doubles.&nbsp;What parts of the hospital can be made intelligent?<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Access control system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Environmental protection system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Central paging system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Smart pharmacy system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Fire alarm and extinguishing system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Remote examination systems</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Patient notification system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent emergency power system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Non-attendance appointment systems</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent communication systems with nurses</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent hospital parking management</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Integration of the operating room management system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Drug delivery system, laboratory samples</li><li style="text-align:justify;">System for locating nurses, doctors and patients</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Hospital equipment management system based on RFID technology</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Medicines management systems in the hospital based on RFID</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Intelligent control system for the ambulance fleet and helicopter landing on the roof of the hospital</li></ul><figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/90a7ff9a1dd52a00--58b04dd1--1416eddc--a8c33df3--8017057fd04f43e19b0a27499406242.png"><figcaption>Figure 5- The use of RFID tags in smartening the operating room</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;What features does a smart hospital bring?<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Monitoring of patients in smart hospitals</li></ul>Smart hospitals use different Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to monitor patients both inside medical centers and in their homes. Some examples of these cases are given in this section:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Displaying information about patients at the entrance of their room</li></ul>&nbsp;In smart hospitals, digital boards replace nursing care cards. In these boards, in addition to displaying the name of the patient and the attending physician, it is possible to connect to the patient's electronic health record (EHR) and provide useful information such as infections, allergies, and the risk of falls. The technology can also track who enters the room.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/65da91ae108e4401--5abd5800--1411e9db--aace38f8--8816017fda4343e49d0023482399905.png"><figcaption>Figure 6- Standards for the design and implementation of the infrastructure sector with the implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Monitoring the vitals of patients</li></ul>In smart hospitals, smart wristbands can be used to check patients' vital signs. Based on a specific algorithm, these wristbands measure the vital conditions of patients and warn the medical staff if the patient's condition worsens.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Providing services to vulnerable groups of patients</li></ul>Using avatar technology, elderly patients can be helped to better manage their chronic conditions. Doctors and nurses can interact with their patients through this avatar and help them stay in touch with them without frequent visits to the hospital.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Locating the patients</li></ul>With the help of some Internet of Things (IoT) tools, it is possible to monitor the patient from the moment of admission to discharge.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Asset tracking in smart hospitals.</li></ul>Studies show that nurses spend about 40 hours a month looking for lost equipment, and in 16% of cases, they don't find what they're looking for and give up. Smart hospitals can supply their equipment with Bluetooth-based beacons, RFID or QR tags, and in this way, the location of the equipment is displayed on smart notice boards. Such a system can even show which of the disinfection equipment are ready to use and which are being prepared.Sensors can also be used to locate medical personnel and even ensure compliance with hospital hygiene protocols.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/37863f6985f2fa00--5db743ee--1413e8df--a9c236f6--88100871df4a41e2970f2a452998513.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Control systems in the smart hospital</figcaption></figure><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Management of facilities in smart hospitals</li></ul>Smart hospitals use collected data analysis to detect early signs of possible failures in hospital equipment. Some Internet of Things (IoT) devices can detect early signs of oxygen depletion in intensive care units and transmit this information to the nursing station. As a result, emergency doctors can immediately intervene and carry out the necessary measures.&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing workflow and processes in smart hospitals</li></ul>A hospital is a complex system that includes people, equipment, infrastructure and many processes. Managing everything manually is tedious and almost impossible. Smart hospitals use Internet of Things (IoT) innovations to streamline underlying processes and provide an overview of workflows.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in disease diagnosis</li></ul>Smart hospitals have programs that help doctors diagnose diseases faster and with higher accuracy.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Pathological analysis based on 5G</li></ul>By using this method, the process of diagnosing the disease will be done much faster. Traditionally, the tissue obtained in the sampling procedure is sent to a pathologist, and the pathological diagnosis may take up to a month. But by using this technology, this time can be reduced to 20 minutes.<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Artificial intelligence and cancer diagnosis</li></ul>Artificial intelligence is used in genomics to diagnose and classify cancer through blood tests. In this method, to identify the disease, cell-free biomarkers and circulating proteins are measured and its type and stage are identified.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/ecd7b1547d6db808--55b040f1--1419e5d3--aac038f1--89140c7ed54249ed9c072e464254872.png"><figcaption>Figure 8- The application of RFID tags in the smartening&nbsp;of hospitals</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Information system and guide for clients in smart hospitalsSmart hospitals use different methods to guide patients and their companions. If the clients cannot find their desired place inside the hospital, they get confused or enter the doctor's room or the relevant department with a feeling of stress. An intelligent information system and client guide helps patients and their companions to find the places they want, such as parking, clinic, special departments, etc., easily and quickly.Smartening the hospital with IoTSmile platformIoTSmile's integrated operation platform is the best option for making a hospital smart by providing smart solutions. Among the most important advantages of using this platform are:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Significant reduction in energy consumption costs</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Integration of the operating room management system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Speeding up the process of providing medical services</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Optimizing the use of hospital equipment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Management of consumption and transfer of drugs in the hospital</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing medical errors and speeding up the disease diagnosis process</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Allocation of hospital staff time to perform important tasks</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Systematic collection and archiving of patients' information and their records</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing traffic in the hospital corridors or waiting in line for an appointment</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Ensuring the safety and security of the hospital by updating the intelligent monitoring system</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reducing the transmission of diseases through the use of personal equipment such as personal tablets</li></ul>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/1bba8689952ec105--56b3550e--141de6d2--a9c138f8--871c0970d4424ce9920323464877530.png"><figcaption>Figure 9- Smartening of hospitals with the help of IoTSmile smart platform transforms the health and treatment industry</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;In the end, we hope that we have provided you with the right information by introducing and examining the advantages of hospital automation.To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.stanleyhealthcare.com/">Stanleyhealthcare</a>: Solutions for Hospitals &amp; Clinics</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://itrexgroup.com/blog/smart-hospitals-market-overview-trends-considerations/">Itrexgroup</a>: Smart hospitals: market overview, trends, and considerations-January 11, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/healthcare-it/smart-hospital.html">Intel</a>: <a href="https://marketplace.intel.com/s/pmp-category/a5N3b000000L7SFEA0/solution?language=en_US&amp;search=%257B%2522p%2522%253A1%252C%2522f%2522%253A%257B%2522OfferingIndustries%2522%253A%255B%2522a5N3b000000L7SiEAK%2522%255D%257D%257D">What Is a Smart Hospital</a></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.caverion.com/smart-city/hospital/">Caverion: </a>Smart Hospitals</li></ol>

The principles and trends of new technologies in making hospitals smarter

Smart Hospital

A dream called a smart home!&nbsp;The idea of ​​having a smart home goes back centuries. In such a way that it can be said that human beings have been thinking about comfort and well-being in life since they stepped into this world. Therefore, he made a lot of efforts to achieve this convenience until he created tremendous changes with the invention of the smartphone. Smart home technology brings comfort and peace of mind to the residents of the house by managing the home space and home appliances with a smart mobile phone and by using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. In the rest of this article, the comprehensive concepts of home smartness, its features, and benefits will be fully explained.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/504ca46b15ab7005--523576e7--1411e4de--abc732ff--8a120d7dd3494ce19e01214b1043692.png"><figcaption>Figure 1- The share of smart homes in the future</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Smart home or traditional house? The choice is yours!To express the difference between a smart home and a traditional one, the best example is the comparison of today's smartphones such as the iPhone 14 with the Nokia 1100. To better understand this distinction, consider the following example.&nbsp;Imagine a house where you have to open and close the doors and windows yourself; Turn off the lights. Turn on the TV and the music device manually; To make sure that the gas valve is closed, you have to travel a distance from work to home; To make your home safe, you need to take help from big locks. This is where the difference between a smart and traditional home appears. All these things are the facilities of a traditional house that most people still use. Now imagine a house where all of its affairs and facilities are managed with a few clicks and through a mobile phone.Therefore, the smart home refers to progressive homes that are equipped with lighting, heating, cooling, and other facilities and electronic devices that can be controlled remotely by a smartphone (or laptop, tablet, and computer). The main purpose of smart homes is to improve the functions and quality of life and comfort at home. Other goals include greater security and more efficient use of energy thanks to Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.&nbsp;In other words, the smart home, which is often known as home automation, is based on the networking of various electrical and electronic equipment in the home that is controlled by a centralized system. This system can be monitored using a wall touch panel, remote control, smartphone or tablet, and even with voice recognition.<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/72037500dd07ae09--5d398499--1418ecd5--aac93af1--85120573dd4e4be29e012a45600448.png"><figcaption>Figure 2- Smartening and the place of smart home in today's life</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Join us in examining the advantages of a smart home compared to a normal home!When you hear the word “smart home”, you may think that making homes smart is an opportunity to show off or align with the most creative innovations in the world. But the role of the smart home in improving our lifestyle and living conditions, which we live in in the golden age of technology development, goes beyond these things. Some of these examples are mentioned below:&nbsp;<ul><li>Enjoy being smart!</li></ul>Smart home systems are surprisingly flexible when it comes to housing new devices and technologies. No matter how advanced your home appliances look today, newer models will come out over time. By being able to integrate these new arrivals with older devices in the home, your job as a homeowner will be much easier.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/fd557b818875f60c--5a3984b8--1410eade--a9c13ef4--8f13007bd84a48e59c09224c6224678.png"><figcaption>Figure 3- The Internet of Things (IoT) can have a great impact on the management of home appliances</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Maximize the security of your home!</li></ul>With the introduction of security and monitoring devices in the smart home network, the security of your home can skyrocket. Occupancy sensors, surveillance cameras, automatic door locks, and other security measures are examples of new Internet of Things (IoT) technologies helping to improve security throughout smart homes, helping you turn them off before you go to bed. Manage on your smartphone. These devices also enable you to receive security alerts on your smartphone and take the necessary security measures.&nbsp;<ul><li>Monitor the operation of your home appliances remotely!</li></ul>Do not underestimate the power of managing electronic home devices remotely using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. For example, on a hot summer day, before you get home from work, you can turn on the air conditioner remotely and cool down the home with just one click on your mobile phone application. If you are still at the store and shopping, you can turn on the oven to warm up on the way home. You can even turn on and off the lights or see who is at your door!&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/2f47d505ee4f7700--57318bc5--1416e8d3--a8c634fb--83150c74d14346eb90012c488486822.png"><figcaption>Figure 4 - Display information of household appliances on the screen</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Optimize energy use!</li></ul>&nbsp;Depending on how you use your smart home technologies, it is possible to optimize the amount of energy used in your home's interior. For example, you can monitor the heating and cooling of your home more precisely with a smart thermostat.&nbsp;In this way, the intelligent technologies of the Internet of Things (IoT) suggest the appropriate temperature throughout the day by identifying the temperature settings of your home. Lights and chandeliers can be programmed to switch to evening mode when the sun goes down; Or when you enter or leave the rooms, the lights turn on and off automatically. So, you will never worry about wasting energy.&nbsp;<ul><li>Have a new insight into home management!</li></ul>&nbsp;Among the other benefits of home automation that should be mentioned is providing new insight into how your home functions. For example, you can manage the number of times you watch TV, the type and duration of food you cook in the oven, the types of food you keep in the refrigerator, and your energy consumption habits over time. As a result, you may be able to make changes in your lifestyle by analyzing your daily habits and behaviors.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/4bdc5e727ce5e904--5e3987cd--1413edd1--a8c831f7--8510007bda474bee9c052d4a7026902.png"><figcaption>Figure 5 - Appliance manufacturing companies must adapt to the Internet of Things (IoT).</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;Ten places that distinguish a smart home from a normal home!<ul><li>Smart lighting</li></ul>By using the central management system, the lighting of different parts of the building can be made smart. Lighting control is one of the advantages of a smart home, which includes turning on and off the lights automatically, adjusting the amount of light, and viewing their status from a distance and outside the building.&nbsp;<ul><li>Protection and security systems</li></ul>Fire alarm and extinguishing systems, entry and exit of people, closed circuit cameras, smart gas valve lever, water leakage, and flood protection, as well as protection against electric shock, can be connected to the central management intelligent system and controlled by it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/8979ce6494ac2304--513b8cc6--1419e8da--aacc37f5--8512047fdf4843e59204274a7004889.png"><figcaption>Figure 6 - Bright future thanks to Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and compatible security solutions</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Door, window, curtain, and canopy sensor</li></ul>By means of the central management intelligent system, it is possible to manage all the mentioned cases, observe their status and issue the necessary orders in this regard. You can even use a fingerprint sensor or a magnetic card, in addition to creating more security, and also apply for timing access. This feature is one of the most special advantages of a smart home.<ul><li>Cooling and heating systems (air conditioning)</li></ul>Cooling and heating systems can include central equipment as well as equipment used in the interior of the house. Central equipment in the engine room such as chiller, hot water boiler, system pumps, and internal equipment are fan coils, coolers, and air conditioners. Through the intelligent central management system, it is possible to turn on and off the central equipment at specific times and remotely, or to apply the necessary changes due to environmental conditions. This system is also able to intelligently control the temperature of the rooms and turn off the equipment in the absence of people.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/99f170c23be24b03--543f8ac2--1414e2d5--aac73af9--8010097fd1404be29e0020473004279.png"><figcaption>Figure 7- Energy consumption management in smart homes with energy storage approach</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Audio and video systems</li></ul>One of the advantages of home automation is the possibility of using a central audio archive. In such a way that it is possible to choose a piece of favorite music or to perform various ceremonies by choosing and performing the predefined modes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/be597d8a47b0860c--523e80c8--1412e5dc--abcc33fa--89150574d74b48e69f0524415168492.png"><figcaption>Figure 8- The possibility of turning off/on timing audio and video equipment by implementing the Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Check-in and check-out system control</li></ul>The intelligent central management system in residential buildings provides the possibility of receiving the client's image on the screen and if the landlord is not present at home, the ability to record the image along with the time of the visit. If this system is connected to the Internet, it is possible to communicate with the guest.<ul><li>Control of swimming pool, sauna, and jacuzzi facilities</li></ul>By using Internet of Things (IoT) tools in home automation, it is possible to intelligently turn on and off these equipment and manage purification, ventilation, and temperature control devices.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/16665c16d378fb04--5f3d87dd--1419e3d7--aac634f7--89190170d74441ec960029487282515.png"><figcaption>Figure 9- Coordination of pool cleaning robots with the help of Internet of Things (IoT)</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Communication systems management</li></ul>Support for telephone lines, answering machines, and central telephones are also other features of the central intelligent management system.<ul><li>Smart irrigation system</li></ul>The intelligent watering system for plants in the yard or inside the building is done automatically according to a predetermined schedule. As a result, by using the building management system, buildings can be made intelligent.<ul><li>Smart pet food container</li></ul>Smart pet food bowl helps you monitor how much your pet eats. This container has a food storage tank that prevents air and moisture from entering the tank and food oxidation. The operation of this device can be controlled through a mobile phone application, and with the existing sensors, the exact weight of the food will be recorded.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/f0cddd042c60680e--56308dc0--1410e7d9--a9c63df0--8718057dd7424bec930924476028115.png"><figcaption>Figure 10 - Smart pet food storage container</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;How does a house turn into a smart house?In planning to make homes smart with the help of the Internet of Things (IoT), the following should be considered:•&nbsp;Internet connection and Wi-Fi•&nbsp;Central management intelligent platform•&nbsp;Smartphone, tablet, or laptop to control and monitor devices and functions&nbsp;By using the IoTSmile platform and implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) in the smart homes, all sensors, devices, and subsystems can work together seamlessly. Among the most important achievements that the use of this platform will lead to are the following:•&nbsp;Energy consumption management•&nbsp;Reducing house expenses•&nbsp;Increasing safety and security level•&nbsp;The possibility of remote home appliance management&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://platform.iotsmile.com/assets/uploads/9e9067a525d84705--5b3480d1--141eebdd--a9cf36fd--871f0e76d0474eef9c07244f5862376.png"><figcaption>Figure 11- The IoTSmile smart platform has made tremendous changes in the process of making homes smart</figcaption></figure>&nbsp;To receive advice and prepare any of the products, you can contact us by calling the numbers announced on the site, sending an email, or registering a ticket. Our colleagues are ready to answer and guide you.&nbsp;References:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/iotagenda/definition/smart-home-or-building">TechTarget: smart home or building (home automation or domotics</a>-July 2020</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/discoveries/smart">Infineon</a>: Smart home</li><li style="text-align:justify;">ClearTax: Smart Home-Feb 20, 2023</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/smart-home.asp">Investopedia</a>: Smart Home: Definition, How They Work, Pros and Cons-September 14, 2022</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.webopedia.com/definitions/smart-home/">Webopedia</a>: Smart Home-May 24, 2021</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10796-008-9132-1">Link. springer</a>: Monitoring user activities in smart home environments-21 June 2008</li><li style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://www.cps.bureauveritas.com/wireless/product-line/smart-home?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuZ29psGm_QIVQ-PmCh0YVA1qEAAYASAAEgIc8fD_BwE">Cps.bureauveritas</a>: Smart Home-LIVE WITH CONFIDENCE</li></ol>&nbsp;

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