Gateway Solutions ADVERTORIAL IoT Design Guide How IoT gateways are helping to bridge the technology gap Data is the lifeblood of modern business. But as technologies evolve to change the way we collect, process and act on data, what becomes of legacy devices without the capabilities or connectivity to interface with emerging data systems? The Internet of Things is enabling businesses to access and react to data in new and exciting ways, but bringing existing technologies up to speed continues to be a challenge. Enter IoT gateways from Logic Supply. Logic Supply rugged IoT gateways offer a wide range of benefits to businesses interested in leveraging the versatility of cloud connectivity by: õõ õõ IoT gateways, as their name indicates, act as the go-between for embedded sensors and the cloud. Gathering, storing and sometimes partially processing incoming data before it’s transmitted, IoT gateways serve an increasingly vital role in today’s IT infrastructure. When the “thing” in your system doesn’t possess the requisite connectivity or capabilities to communicate with the cloud or other newer systems, Logic Supply IoT gateways serve as your communications hub, allowing you to make those vital connections without the expensive undertaking of replacing legacy hardware. õõ õõ õõ Evolving Needs The requirements of an IoT gateway differ greatly depending on the specific application in which it’s being deployed. Designing the ideal system for a given installation requires understanding the full scope of the project. Space constraints, environmental concerns, I/O needs, data processing capabilities and mountability all play a role in determining the ideal gateway solution. At Logic Supply we’re developing fully customized, small form factor, intelligent gateway solutions that leverage the latest in processing and enclosure technology, connectivity and net- working functionality to match the needs of modern IT professionals. As the IoT expands well beyond the climate-controlled confines of office build- ings and manufacturing settings and into the traditional and alternative energy sector, mining, mobile and industrial environments, new rugged gateway systems must keep pace to ensure reliable communication between devices and the cloud. Logic Supply fanless and ventless x86 gateways allow for remote operation in any setting, providing data acquisition, analytics and cloud access at the point of collection, no matter how remote. Embedded systems that once needed to be frequently monitored can now be operated remotely, delivering their collected data to the cloud where it can be accessed anywhere at any time. The Advantages of Rugged IoT Gateways Intelligent gateway solutions allow data vetting decisions to be made directly at the device, increasing operational efficiency and ensuring that valuable band- width isn’t wasted on unnecessary data transfer. Rugged IoT gateway solutions from Logic Supply have been engineered to stand up to the rigors of modern embedded projects. Our fanless and ventless designs prevent damage due to dust and other airborne particulates that can clog traditional hardware, causing per- formance slowdowns and failures. Resistant to shock and vibration, our gateway systems are in use at steel mills, mining operations, large-scale alternative energy management companies and in a huge array of other challenging hardware applications. www.embedded-computing.com/topics/iot õõ Combining networking, embedded control and data security Allowing for remote operation and centralized management of IT systems Offering advanced component protection, far superior to traditional fanned systems Allowing for operation in extreme temperatures Eliminating the cost of upgrading legacy hardware Enabling users to take advantage of emerging IoT advancements Logic Supply was developing smart tech- nologies for M2M (Machine to Machine) applications before the Internet of Things had a catchy name, but the adoption of cloud computing and the integration of embedded systems into increasingly complex devices has made intelligent gateways an integral part of today’s connected world. If you’re struggling to interface legacy systems with the Internet of Things, or looking for the most efficient way to connect your embedded project to the cloud, contact Logic Supply about our line of intelligent IoT gateways. Our hardware will help you bridge the gap between your existing infrastructure and the future of embedded technology. www.logicsupply.com IoT Design Guide   21