FEATURE : EDGE
Implementing edge solutions
The first step for enterprises is to assess their requirements based on the data it generates , the volume of data and its criticality . This can help determine the suitable edge computing architecture . Secondly , since edge computing relies on edge devices that can perform data processing and analysis , enterprises need to identify the edge devices they need to deploy to support their edge computing infrastructures . The devices could be anything from sensors to smartphones .
Once the edge devices are identified , enterprises should choose the right edge computing platform . This could range from AWS IoT Greengrass , Microsoft Azure IoT Edge , to Google Cloud IoT edge , among others . After choosing the platform , the edge devices need to be deployed at the edge locations , where they can collect , process , and analyse the data .
Edge computing ’ s ability to process and deliver high-volume data enables self-driving vehicles to operate efficiently while also ensuring security , reliability , and scalability . In manufacturing , edge computing allows manufacturers to extract and analyse real-time data for quicker problemsolving , improving operational efficiency and avoiding supply chain disruptions .
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Improve network traffic management helps minimise the amount of data sent over the network to the cloud , reducing the bandwidth and costs of transmitting and storing large volumes of data .
Greater reliability means the amount of data that networks can transmit at one time is increased . For locations with subpar internet connectivity , being able to store and process data at the edge to improve reliability when the cloud connection is disrupted is key .
Enhanced security ensures data is stored safely and with proper implementation . An edge computing solution can increase data security by limiting the transmission of data over the internet . p
Hozefa Saylawala , Director , Middle East and North Africa , Zebra Technologies
Talal Shaikh , Associate Professor , Director of Undergraduate Studies for the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences , Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Kalle Bjorn , Senior Director , Systems Engineering ME at Fortinet
Azz-Eddine Mansouri , General Manager at Ciena Middle East
Ahmed Ibrahim , Director , Global Business Development – Service Providers at Intel
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