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Whether you’re splitting data in a pie chart, comparing variables in a scatter graph or presenting changes in a bar chart, we’re entering an age where 2D representations simply don’t cut it. We need to embrace interactive and real time data visualization – a task that Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are perfect for. The volume of usable …

Digital thermostats, pet monitoring cameras, autonomous vacuum cleaners, intelligent refrigerators – when leaving our homes, as we do every day, we’re now leaving them in the hands of our devices. The Internet of Things (IoT) is helping to pioneer a truly connected era of technology however it’s clear that the driving force behind its growth isn’t innovation, it’s data. The …

With a market expected to be worth more than $750 billion by 2020, Smart Cities are now becoming less like concepts and more like liveable, operational and successful urban environments. As countries like Denmark, USA, South Korea, Malaysia and France make huge strides towards technologically-driven ecosystems, we’re now starting to see that these transformations take more than just city-wide Wi-Fi …

If you’re lucky enough to have avoided the call to arms, a Tough Mudder typically involves a 10-12 mile run with 20-25 obstacles scattered throughout. Throw in the hilliest and most demanding landscape in the county and you have Tough Mudder London West 2017! Following our spectacular appearance at London South last year, we returned to the mud once again, only …

Whilst the internet continues to drive the advancement of technology in almost every sector, there are few fields that have seen such a profound transformation as that of education. Our day-to-day technology has become a cornerstone of our education system, creating opportunities for research, distance learning and communication in institutions around the world. Whether it’s information access whilst on the move, …

Located 28 miles off the Cornwall coast, the Isles of Scilly are set to be the focus of a multimillion pound EU project led by Hitachi Europe. The Smart Energy Islands project will see the integration of a new smart grid that will use the latest software to manage supply and demand through renewable energy sources, energy storage and Electric …

The advancement of machine learning and Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is leading to a significant and fundamental shift within the manufacturing sector. Whilst smart factories can operate with near-complete autonomy, the human element is now responsible for decision making and intervention. With the principles of Industry 4.0, innovative automation technology and far-reaching high-speed networks, the manufacturing sector has everything it needs to undergo a critical …

Researches are forecasting that the IoT market will lead to 30.7 billion connected devices by 2020, with a further 145% growth by 2025! What’s even more impressive is that when you look at the Internet of Things so far, it’s clear that we’re just getting started! IoT continues to create new revenue models as more businesses invest in the next …

Originally, Microsoft would release a new version of Windows followed by updates and bug fixes, with new functionality being saved for the next version released a few years later. With Windows 10 now running on more than 250 million devices around the world, Microsoft is now giving users the choice in how they receive updates with the introduction of 3 Service …

With Industry 4.0 sitting front and centre of so many of today’s digital strategies, it’s easy to forget how difficult the road to digital success can be. Now entering its 7th year; Industry 4.0 brings together the advancement of fast internet connections and the unprecedented growth of smart devices and their applications. The digital transformation that runs at its core will …

As of June 2016, 65% of enterprises have deployed IoT applications. By 2018, 2/3 of said enterprises will experience breaches in security due to those applications. When you consider there are almost 6.5 billion devices already in use today, with a projected 20 billion by 2020, it’s undeniable to see that IoT is truly here to stay, but can we say the …

Industry 4.0 is now a global trend, encompassing a number of innovative technologies such as cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data and machine learning. As the manufacturing sector continues its digital transformation, it’s clear that IoT is driving the next era of industrial and intelligent connectivity, a time where a more elegant Human Machine Interface (HMI) is needed. …

Smart parking, building automation, drone deliveries, Industry 4.0, agricultural monitoring. The applications for IoT now reach into almost every vertical market with new ideas, concepts and products entering the market every day. As is the way with enterprise growth, we would expect to see a corresponding rise in legislation. This turns out to not be the case with IoT as governments, …

Did you know that more than 75% of consumers would enter a store because of its signage, even one they have never visited before? Did you know that 68% of consumers have purchased a product or service based solely on a sign that caught their eye? As the retail digital signage market continues to grow towards a predicted $23 billion …

When it came to our biggest event appearance to date, it needed to be something pretty spectacular! We achieved that with our fantastic Factory 4.0 and IIoT showcase at PPMA Total Show, one of the UK’s leading packaging and manufacturing exhibitions. As the UK Premier Partner for Advantech, we’re humbled that they chose us to exhibit alongside them at the NEC …

Set in the picturesque woodlands of West Sussex on a gloriously bright Saturday afternoon, the ECA team took on Tough Mudder London South, a 10.2 mile mud run filled with obstacles designed to challenge and push those who dare to try! Ice water, heights, tight spaces, electricity – you name it, we beat it! Starting with just 1 person who wanted to …

By the end of 2016, it’s predicted there will be 6.4 billion connected devices around the world, a staggering 30% increase from 2015 – that’s almost 1 device for every person on the planet! Smart cities will thrive on this connectivity, paving the way for improved communication and interactivity across the public and private sectors. As smart city programs begin …

You’re probably already aware of Industry 4.0 in one way or another. Along with its buzzword brothers, IoT (Internet of Things) and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things), Industry 4.0 is a current trend that focusses on the transformation of data and automation into the “smart factory”. The first industrial revolution started with mechanical production powered by water and steam in the 18th century. …

Incorporating PPMA, Pakex and Interphex; the Total Processing and Packaging Exhibition has been rebranded as the PPMA Total Show, a new event for 2016.  As the UK’s leading trade association for the suppliers of processing and packaging machinery in the UK, the PPMA Total Show is one of the country’s biggest packaging exhibitions. Considering the far-reaching interest and popularity of the …

As we write this, the UK forecast is predicting heavy rain – just another day in your typical British Summer! As hundreds of thousands fly off to hotter climates in a bid to escape the wet weather, there will no doubt be some unhappy travellers as they face the 3 typical holiday problems – missing luggage, too much sun and lost children. These could …