Bart Schouw
Chief Evangelist in the Office of the CTO at Software AG
25+ years of experience in the field, particularly in real-time analytics. Helped initiate IoT & Analytics strategy for Software AG in 2015, which ended up with the acquisition of Cumulocity. I am a regular contributor to popular blogs and websites including Big Data Quarterly.
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The Rise of Machine Customers: Transforming Businesses through IoT Platforms
In the near future, your customers won't just be people — they'll be machines too. Back in 2015, I wrote about the evolving role of virtual assistants. Today, driven by IoT, Integration, and Generative AI, this topic has resurfaced with even greater interest. Gartner’s publication of a book on the subject, coining the term “Machine Customers” for the new generation… -
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Navigating the Hype and Reality of IoT Adoption in Industry
When the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) first emerged, bold predictions projected the connection of 50 billion or even trillions of devices by 2020. These extremely high estimates fueled hype but ultimately proved unrealistic, leading the technology into a period of disillusionment. In this article, I dive deeper into the reasons behind this discrepancy, focusing particularly on the… -
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IoT in Manufacturing: Stepping into a Massive Transformation at Hannover Messe
Imagine stepping into a massive trade fair bustling with thousands of exhibitors and hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. That's the Hannover Messe, one of the world's largest industrial technology trade fairs. After a hiatus due to COVID-19, the event made a triumphant return, showcasing the latest advancements in automation, robotics, digitalization, and more. As I… -
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We look forward to seeing you at Hannover Messe!
Are you an equipment maker and attending Hannover Messe this year? I hope so. Since Hannover Messe opened its doors back in 1947, it has been a must-attend for all equipment manufacturers who are looking for solutions to the challenges that they face in the industry. And there are many challenges: changing customer demands, cost pressures, the war for talent,… -
Executive Voices
Riding the AI Wave: Opportunities for the Bold and Unconventional
I want to share a story with you about a conversation I had with my son back in the summer of 2010. He was at a crucial point in his education, and I wanted to have a serious talk with him about his future. As someone with 20 years of experience in the tech industry, I could see the impact… -
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Why manufacturers must pivot to smart, connected products
To make the leap from a traditional manufacturing model to a new one that continually meets (and exceeds) customer expectations, is a big leap across the digital divide. But according to a new Forrester report, From Grease to Code, it must be done. In the past, most manufacturers built their reputations by making high-quality physical goods. In the face of increasing competition… -
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IoT device connectivity: To infinity and beyond
There is so much happening in the Internet of Things (IoT) world, that I had to split the team’s 2022 predictions into three parts - here is the third. In part one, I discussed how digital twins will fulfil their promise in 2022 by being used to solve real-world problems. In part two, I wrapped up how buy-AND-build, pilot purgatory and the… -
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IoT: Roadrunners, pilot purgatory and quantum leaps
In 2022, there are three growing trends for the Internet of Things (IoT) that could impact the organizational aspects of your progress. We’ve already discussed the growing importance of IoT digital twins, so here are our next three predictions: Beep-beep…how fast can you code? Companies with a build-your-own-IoT-stack strategy will get in serious trouble in 2022. They often do it to… -
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IoT digital twins and the metaverse: Solving real-world problems
Internet of Things (IoT) usage, essential to digital transformation for businesses, is proliferating. And one of the primary benefits of IoT, the data, is fundamental to creating digital twins, which in 2022 will increasingly pop up in real-life situations from asset management to helping control climate change. Here is what you can expect in 2022: Digital twins fulfill their promise For years the…
