SCADA

Internet of Things

The network of physical devices embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that exchange data over the internet.

Sensor

A device that detects and measures physical properties like temperature, motion, or light and converts them into data.

Actuator

A device that converts energy into motion to control a mechanism or system based on received commands.

Embedded System

A dedicated computer system designed for specific functions within a larger mechanical or electrical system.

Firmware

Permanent software programmed into a hardware device's read-only memory that controls its basic functions.

Edge Device

A computing device at the boundary of a network that processes data locally before sending it to the cloud.

Condition Monitoring

Continuously tracking equipment parameters to detect changes that indicate developing faults.

Industry 4.0

The fourth industrial revolution characterised by smart automation, IoT, cloud computing, and AI in manufacturing.

Wearable Technology

Electronic devices worn on the body that collect data, track activities, and provide notifications or feedback.

Smart Grid

An electrical grid using digital communication and IoT to monitor and manage electricity distribution efficiently.

PLC

Programmable Logic Controller — an industrial digital computer adapted for controlling manufacturing processes and machinery.

OPC-UA

Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture — a machine-to-machine communication protocol for industrial automation.

A distributed computing paradigm extending cloud capabilities to the edge of the network for IoT processing.

Message Queuing Telemetry Transport — a lightweight messaging protocol designed for IoT devices with limited bandwidth.

The practices and technologies for protecting IoT devices, networks, and data from unauthorised access and attacks.

Performing data analysis at the network edge, close to data sources, for real-time insights and reduced latency.

Over-the-Air update — remotely delivering software, firmware, or configuration updates to IoT devices wirelessly.

Long Range Wide Area Network — a low-power protocol designed for wirelessly connecting IoT devices over long distances.

A device that connects IoT sensors and devices to cloud platforms, handling protocol translation and data filtering.

A virtual model of a physical device or system that simulates its behaviour for monitoring and optimisation.

Monitoring

The continuous observation of system performance, availability, and health using automated tools and dashboards.