EMPOWERING TODAY WITH IOT GOVERNANCE: A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE
Authors
Maryam Farhadi Khorasani
Computer Engineering Department Islamic Azad University, Mashhad Branch Mashhad, Iran
Ali Rezaei Azad
University of Applied Science and Technology, Iranian Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research-(ACECR) Khorasan Razavi Branch
Keywords:
Internet of Things, IoT, cyber-physical systems, smart technology, networked devices
Abstract
The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a paradigm shift in the realm of interconnected devices, encompassing a diverse array of physical objects like devices, vehicles, and home appliances. These objects are equipped with embedded computing systems, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity, facilitating the seamless exchange of data within a networked environment. This transformative technology, as elucidated by Brown (2016) and the Internet of Things Global Standards Initiative (2015), endows each device with a unique identifier while enabling interoperability within the overarching Internet infrastructure.
In its essence, the IoT empowers objects to be remotely sensed or controlled through existing network infrastructure, as discussed in "Internet of Things: Science Fiction or Business Fact?" (2016). This capability opens avenues for the direct integration of the physical world into computer-based systems, promising heightened efficiency, accuracy, and economic benefits while concurrently minimizing the need for extensive human intervention. The integration of sensors and actuators into IoT augments its capabilities, placing it within the broader category of cyber-physical systems.
This study explores the multifaceted implications of IoT, focusing on its potential to redefine interactions between the physical and digital realms. The research delves into the opportunities presented by IoT for the direct integration of diverse physical entities into computer-based systems, thereby enhancing overall efficiency and accuracy. Additionally, the study considers the economic benefits and reduced human intervention associated with IoT, as supported by Vermesan and Friess (2013), Santucci (2016), Mattern and Floerkemeier (2016), and Lindner (2015).
By examining the augmentation of IoT through sensors and actuators, this research places it within the broader context of cyber-physical systems. This encompassing category includes technologies like smart grids, virtual power plants, smart homes, intelligent transportation, and smart cities. Through a comprehensive exploration of IoT and its integration with cyber-physical systems, this study aims to contribute valuable insights into the transformative potential of this technology in reshaping our digital and physical environments.
