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Ralph Heredia

Ralph Heredia

Ralph has an extensive background in connected devices, consumer electronics, personal computing and multimedia products. Before cofounding Zipit, he served as a member of the technical staff at AT&T Bell Labs, Safari Systems and NCR, and served in Management and Product Development positions for several mid-market technology companies. He has been granted 21 U.S. patents for various inventions in the technology sector.

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How to Sell a Subscription for Your IoT Product

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Although several different pricing models can effectively capture IoT value, one of the most popular is the subscription model since it allows businesses to monetize the value for the initial purchase and for ongoing use. Selling a subscription for an IoT product has several unique el …

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Top-Rated IoT Gateway Companies

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IoT gateways are used as a bridge to connect data from sensors or edge devices to the cloud. These gateways serve an important role in supporting an IoT ecosystem, as they not only establish connectivity but can also enable the seamless communication of data generated by sensors withi …

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4 Layers of IoT Architecture Explained

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There’s a lot that goes into making IoT devices function as they should. All of the hardware, software, services, and applications need to work together seamlessly for an IoT system to be effective — and this requires a solid intentional IoT architecture. In this post, we’ll explain t …

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7 Exciting Edge Computing Use Cases

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Edge computing is getting a lot of attention in the world of IoT. Though we don’t see cloud computing going away anytime soon, if ever, there are several exciting opportunities for edge computing to continue to advance IoT technology. Here’s what you need to know about edge computing, …

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How To Plan a Successful IoT Deployment

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With as much buzz as there is about IoT and its many benefits, there is surprisingly little information available on how to successfully deploy a large-scale IoT project. Many businesses struggle to know where to even start. Some of the many challenges you’ll need to navigate when bui …

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7 Transformative Examples of IoT in Construction

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The construction industry faces challenges, including worker safety and unexpected cost overruns. Companies in this industry are continually seeking ways to improve operations, and IoT offers a new source of solutions. Here’s what you should know about IoT in construction.

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Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing: Why IoT Expansion Requires Both

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The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly changing and evolving. As businesses pursue new opportunities, they’re finding new ways to adapt this technology to meet their company's and customers’ needs. One of the most interesting new developments in IoT is called edge computing, which …

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IoT Protocols and Standards: An Introductory Guide

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In the IoT space, there’s a lot of focus on the components of an IoT ecosystem, including how they work together and the incredible opportunities for leveraging the data and analytics produced. However, one critical piece of this puzzle, IoT protocols and standards, is often overlooke …

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18 Top IoT Companies You Should Know

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The internet of things (IoT) industry is experiencing not only rapid growth but also aggressive innovation. According to McKinsey, over 25% of businesses currently use IoT technologies, and the industry is expected to grow at a rate of over 26% in 2022. You’ll find a variety of vendor …

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Future of IoT: What To Expect in the Next 5 Years

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In the last few years alone, we’ve seen dramatic changes in the capabilities of IoT. It’s exciting to think about what the future of IoT will look like five or ten years down the road. The growth of the industry has accelerated along with its capabilities — the number of IoT devices b …

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4 IoT Connectivity Challenges & How To Solve Them

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Though IoT can streamline business operations and provide convenience for consumers, setting up an effective IoT ecosystem is anything but simple. There isn’t a magic wand when it comes to IoT connectivity. (If only it were so easy!) But there are ways to navigate the connectivity cha …

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What Are ICCID & IMEI Numbers? IoT SIM Cards Explained

ICCID and IMEI number on IoT SIM Card

Most people are familiar with SIM cards for cell phones. Though an IoT SIM card is similar, it’s different in that it supports IoT devices specifically with their network requirements and unique data consumption rates (check-in rates). Few people understand how IoT SIM cards work and …

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