The Internet of Things (IoT) is the network of physical objects accessed through the Internet, as defined by technology analysts and visionaries. These objects contain embedded technology to interact with internal states or the external environment. In other words, when objects can sense and communicate, it changes how and where decisions are made, and who makes them.
Why Does It Matter?
The IoT is connecting new places–such as manufacturing floors, energy grids, healthcare facilities, and transportation systems–to the Internet. When an object can represent itself digitally, it can be controlled from anywhere. This connectivity means more data, gathered from more places, with more ways to increase efficiency and improve safety and security.
How to Get Started
A common first step toward the IoT is converting networks on proprietary protocols to IP-based networks. For enterprises, it requires partnerships between Operational Technology (OT) and IT to address security, performance, and interoperability. Cisco has a long history of partnering with customers to achieve business goals.
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For candidates who may be new to IT Networking or Industrial Networking, Cisco recommends the following e-learning modules that could be valuable in preparing for this certification course and exam.
Control Systems Fundamentals for Industrial Networking (ICINS)
The Control Systems Fundamentals for Industrial Networking course is for IT and Network Engineers. Candidates will learn the basic concepts in Industrial Control Systems and also receive an introduction to automation industry verticals, automation environment and an introductory overview of the industrial control networks.
Networking Fundamentals for Industrial Control Systems (INICS)
The Networking Fundamentals for Industrial Control Systems course is tailored to Industrial Engineers and Control System Technicians. Candidates will learn basic IP and networking concepts and also receive an introduction to protocols, concepts in networking and introductory overview of Automation industry Protocols.
Cisco Industrial Networking Specialist
Learn more about the new Cisco Industrial Networking Specialist certification.
Managing Industrial Networks with Cisco Networking Technologies (IMINS) 1.3
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