Glossar

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the interconnection of physical devices, machines, and sensors via digital communication networks. It enables the automatic exchange of data as well as the real-time monitoring and control of processes.

In an industrial setting, IoT technologies connect sensors, measurement systems, and software platforms to form a seamless digital infrastructure. The collected data is continuously analyzed and used for process control, maintenance, or optimization. In logistics, the IoT supports, among other things, automatic master data capture, the monitoring of material flows, and the transparent tracking of goods movements.

Practical example:

In a distribution center, networked WMS systems, conveyor systems, and sensors continuously send their operational and measurement data to a central platform that monitors and controls material flows in real time.

See also: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital twin, Industry 4.0, Intralogistics, Master data capture, Material flow, Sensor technology, Smart factory