Storage and networking for the IoT
Welcome to the Internet of Things. Let’s paint the ideal picture of where you are at this point. You have taken the time to create a fully integrated network for your entire organization. Every enabled piece of hardware, embedded device, appliance, and mobile device is part of your IoT landscape.
You have set up a custom security gatekeeper that monitors all entry points and enforces a strict compliance model for device access. No new device is allowed in without complete authorization and approval. Your notification system can report accurate inventory, asset management, as well as security audits for the entire organization. You can also create an ad-hoc report on any device that is part of the IoT organization. Ideal, right?
Any architect or specialist in the field will tell you that this picture is not just unrealistic; it’s also a moving target. Read more…