Information Age | Predictions for IoT and the edge in 2020

The Internet of Things (IoT) is expected to continue its rapid evolution in 2020, with a focus on edge computing and time series data analysis. According to tech industry experts, companies will need to develop specific strategies for collecting, analyzing, and utilizing the vast amounts of data generated by IoT devices, such as smart cars and machines. InfluxData CEO Evan Kaplan predicts that many enterprises will recognize the importance of handling time series data effectively in order to unlock its full business potential. With this trend, businesses are likely to invest in edge computing solutions and develop new software monitoring strategies to manage the enormous logs of events generated by IoT devices.