The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). It’s impossible to attend a conference or check your email without seeing the term. Though the IIoT generates a lot of buzz, it’s really a term that describes getting connected to the web.
IIOT就绪的人机接口（HMIS）允许制造商从地板上获取数据并与本地或基于云的服务器共享，无论用户的位置如何，都可以在公司范围内使用。将机器数据转换为可操作的信息，公司可以做出节省成本的决策并更适当地分配资源。
但是许多OEM犹豫不决地实施IIOT，并且没有利用可用的技术。即使客户还没有准备好立即集成这些系统，他们最终仍希望实施IIOT策略来跟上竞争对手。当这些客户决定实施其IIT概念时，您的机器应该准备就绪而无需停机和更换。
Despite the benefits machine IIoT readiness can bring to OEMs and their customers, some OEMs still do not recognize the full value of starting IIoT implementations early. Too often, they have fears about how difficult or costly the process is. With this in mind, the following are some of the most common OEM misconceptions about IIoT.
这些中的任何一个都阻止您对机器进行宝贵的升级？
误解1：实施非常昂贵
没有重大资本投资就可以成为IIOT的方法。例如，一些适合IIOT IIOT的HMI的紧凑型应用程序的$ 299到需要更健壮的系统的机器的$ 1,990。
通过将启用IIOT的HMI添加到设备中，OEM可以使客户灵活地立即或以后添加功能，而无需进行重大升级或停机时间。Maple Systems首席执行官Larry St. Peter说：“您的客户可以随时通过下载修改应用程序来实施IIOT，而无需购买机票或通过邮件发送产品进行更新。”“这可以降低您的成本，但也可以降低客户的成本。”
Misconception 2: It’s better to wait for a consensus to develop before investing
Some OEMs feel that if they start upgrading now, they won’t be flexible in the future. As Lanette Mannon, Maple Systems’ marketing manager, explains, “Some OEMs are being conservative, seeing what others are doing before jumping onboard.” Though that mindset is understandable, there are HMIs that offer you flexibility by supporting a variety of communication protocols.
尤其是MQTT是为此提供的多功能工具 - 它是具有云兼容性的新兴轻量级消息传递协议。MQTT与IIOT Ready HMI配对，可与各种PLC，传感器等，无论设备的协议如何，都可以安全通信。如果您的HMI支持许多通用协议，则您（和机器）可以保持灵活性。
Misconception 3: The value of the IIoT doesn’t measure up to the hype
The IIoT concept is to use connectivity to get more out of your machines and make better business decisions. With IIoT-ready HMIs, there are numerous benefits for both the OEM and customer, such as:
- Customers get a view of how their systems are actually performing so they can optimize their production (and use of machinery) and automatically track maintenance or operations costs.
- A secure connection safely allows for advanced remote functionality such as email alarms, remote access, remote monitoring and remote programming. Plant managers can monitor machines from the palm of their hand, while email alarms alert staff immediately for expedited action.
- Offsite troubleshooting and configuration reduce travel expenses and costly downtime, saving money for both the OEM and customer.
- OEMs can track how their machines are performing. They can also use data to schedule predictive maintenance.
- 客户可以采取更加积极主动的销售的立场with data on trends, users and orders. This could help them predict inventory needs more accurately and be better prepared.
- Some HMIs can store data using a SQL format if access to the Internet is interrupted to prevent data loss.
除了直接的好处之外，OEM还可以根据收集的数据来设计未来的机器，并根据如何使用每个功能，机器闪耀的位置以及挣扎的位置。了解客户如何实际使用他们的机器可以使他们更好地了解客户并突出营销材料中的流行功能。
误解4：添加IIOT准备就绪的HMI会很复杂
许多OEM通常不知道从哪里开始。具有前瞻性的HMI开发人员了解这种混乱，有些人正在采取步骤使IIT实施通过简化和凝结的软件系统更轻松，使其易于在许多技能水平上执行。
For example, Maple Systems recently introduced EasyAccess 2.0, an affordable software service that enables the remote monitoring and support of HMIs in the field. The software offers the functionality of an IIoT system with an easy-to-use, simplified interface. With EasyAccess 2.0, an OEM can update the functionality of the customer’s HMIs remotely, eliminating the need for onsite visits when the customer is ready to adopt IIoT capabilities.
误解5：最好等到客户要求它
有了任何类型的技术，古老的格言是正确的：早鸟得到了蠕虫。当OEM采用IIOT准备就绪的技术时，他们可以开始向潜在客户推销机器，作为IIOT准备就绪。尽管客户可能还没有利用这些功能，但是当他们准备就绪时，功能就存在。当客户决定他们想开始收获好处时，就像下载应用程序一样容易。他们不必订购新的硬件，打电话或花很多钱来进行更改。
一个具有在现场升级的系统的OEM让您放心地知道，当您准备好后，您就可以跟上竞争对手。OEM现在保持领先地位，以便在时间合适时可以具有竞争力，这一点非常重要。
For more information, visit Maple Systems atwww.maplesystems.com。
