A survey by Infor , focusing on manufacturers in 12 countries across North America , Europe and Asia , suggests that companies are preparing for IoT. One in 10 claim they have an active IoT project underway , with 22 % either running a pilot or planning a project within the next 12 months . 38 % claim to be investigating its potential . When asked about challenges to IoT implementation, respondents pointed to a lack of skills, unclear benefits and cost as the primary culprits. IoT is the single biggest business priority for one in 10 manufacturers , with 28 % placing it in their top three . Most viewed cost savings from operational efficiencies as IoT ’s greatest benefit . However , Infor claimed a lack of ownership is impeding IoT , with lack of skills , unclear benefits and costs cited as the main disincentives .
A survey by Infor , focusing on manufacturers in 12 countries across North America , Europe and Asia , suggests that companies are preparing for IoT. One in 10 claim they have an active IoT project underway , with 22 % either running a pilot or planning a project within the next 12 months . 38 % claim to be investigating its potential . IoT is the single biggest business priority for one in 10 manufacturers , with 28 % placing it in their top three . Most viewed cost savings from operational efficiencies as IoT ’s greatest benefit . However , Infor claimed a lack of ownership is impeding IoT , with lack of skills , unclear benefits and costs cited as the main disincentives .