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IoT Strategy Insights: Summary

Core Content

The Global IoT Report 2017 highlights the growing adoption and potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) across various industries. It outlines the current state of IoT implementation, the challenges faced by organizations, and the importance of partnering with IoT service providers to ensure successful adoption and long-term benefits.

Main Findings

• Adoption Rate: Around 38% of organizations have already implemented IoT, while 57% plan to do so in the future.
• Market Position: 82% of respondents believe that organizations using IoT will have a stronger market position.
• Benefits Expected: 100% of respondents expect benefits from increased IoT usage, including increased organizational efficiency (66%), improved data use for insights (53%), and moving ahead of competitors (47%).
• Challenges: The most significant challenges include security (93%), scalability, and interoperability. 91% of respondents face difficulties in turning data into insights, and only 48% of data collected is analyzed.
• Platform Importance: 90% of early adopters face challenges in selecting the right IoT platform. Key attributes include security (95%), scalability (86%), and interoperability (83%).
• Outsourcing Trends: 73% of respondents planning to implement IoT intend to outsource at least part of the process to a service provider. 98% of those currently using or planning to use IoT see service providers as a crucial partner.

Key Challenges

1. Turning Data into Insights

• 91% of organizations face challenges in converting data into useful insights.
• 46% cite using the wrong platform, and 31% mention platforms not being scalable.
• Only 48% of data is currently analyzed, with an average of 9 days to convert data into insights (vs. ideal of 2 days).

2. Security and Scalability

• 93% of organizations face security challenges, with 46% citing the large number of IoT devices.
• 90% of early adopters struggle to choose the right IoT platform.
• Interoperability is a key concern in platform selection, with 47% of respondents reporting integration difficulties.

Role of IoT Service Providers

• 98% of respondents believe IoT service providers play a major role in their IoT journey.
• The most critical roles include:
  • Ensuring IoT device security (51%)
  • Defining IoT solutions (49%)
  • Providing ongoing support (41%)
• 73% plan to outsource at least some IoT implementation, emphasizing the importance of end-to-end IoT services.

Call to Action

• Organizations must act now to avoid falling behind.
• 43% of respondents agree that their organization is failing to fully utilize IoT, and this is hurting customers.
• The Internet of Things is a long-term transformation journey, and having the right expertise is essential for success.
• Investment in IoT is expected to increase significantly, with 89% anticipating higher investment in the next three years.

Conclusion

IoT is a transformative technology that offers huge benefits but also significant challenges. Organizations that adopt IoT early are reaping rewards, but many are still in the define and build stages. To move into the run stage, they need the right platform, expertise, and support. Partnering with a trusted IoT service provider is crucial for overcoming these challenges and maximizing the value of IoT.

About IoT Works™ by HCL

IoT Works™ is HCL Technologies' IoT business unit that helps organizations maximize returns from asset investments and create new services. It offers end-to-end IoT services across Define, Build, and Run phases, and is recognized as a market leader by multiple analyst firms.

About HCL Technologies

HCL Technologies is a global IT services company with operations in 32 countries and $6.6 billion in consolidated revenues (as of 2016). It offers a broad range of services, including IoT Works™, Engineering and R&D Services, and Next-Generation ITO, focusing on business model transformation and value creation.

About Vanson Bourne

Vanson Bourne is an independent technology market research firm, known for its robust and credible analysis. It conducts in-depth research with senior IT and business decision-makers globally.