Internet of things innovation

Esri, a leader in geospatial technology, was recently honoured for the company's contributions to developing solutions for a more connected world. Seri was presented with the Most Innovative Catalyst Award.

 

"We're driving toward the ultimate Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem where you can bring different applications together that are going to make our lives safer, more energy efficient, and much better in the future," said Randy Frantz, telecommunications solutions director at Esri.

 

Esri's telecommunications team collaborated with Orange and BearingPoint on the award-winning proof-of-concept project called the Smart Energy Catalyst. The project showcased how a smart home, smart electric vehicle, and smart energy system can work together in an IoT ecosystem with location as a key interaction point.

 

The multiphase project examined the infrastructure necessary to support a smart energy ecosystem. With the latest iteration of the Catalyst, the project team demonstrated how geofencing in homes and cars can work with Esri's geographic information system (GIS) technology. When the consumer leaves home or work, mobile devices trigger the GIS to initiate a series of notifications and actions. For example, lights in homes automatically turn off, security systems are enabled, and users are notified that their electric vehicle needs charging.

 

"Location provides context to the IoT network. It transforms raw sensor data into useful, actionable information," Frantz said.