Course Outline
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
What are the key components that make up the IoT?
- User Experience (UX) Layer
- Technological Layer
- Market Layer
- Business Layer
- Physical Layer
What considerations should your organization make before embarking on a smart transformation?
- Key knowledge and prerequisites for a successful transition
- Best practices for conducting an effective assessment and audit of your organization
- Factors to consider when selecting manufacturers or purchasing IoT solutions
What is blockchain technology, and what are its applications?
- Evaluating the suitability of blockchain for your needs
- Advantages and disadvantages of integrating blockchain, illustrated with a specific company example
Understanding communication principles in the context of IoT and blockchain: What acronyms are essential to know?
- dApp (Decentralized Application)
- RPC (Remote Procedure Call)
- MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport)
- COAP (Constrained Application Protocol)
What is the interoperability challenge in IoT, and why do some devices fail to work together?
- Open IoT solutions
- Closed IoT solutions
What are the key challenges associated with smart devices and blockchain integration?
- User Experience (UX)
- Legislation and regulatory compliance
- Ethical considerations
- Work methodologies and processes
How can IoT and blockchain be utilized effectively? (Examples):
- Amazon's order tracking using blockchain
- The MediLedger network for pharmaceutical traceability
- Alibaba and Walmart’s initiatives in nutritional transparency through blockchain
- Wien Energie’s city-wide blockchain applications
- Everledger’s blockchain for diamond and precious resource tracking
- Deloitte’s implementation of order blockchain solutions
Which suppliers should you consider when selecting IoT and blockchain providers? (Overview of available companies in the USA, Europe, and Asia):
- FlowChain
- SkeyNetwork
- Other notable providers
What is tokenization, and how does it relate to IoT?
How do different major technology providers approach IoT and blockchain integration?
- Microsoft
- AWS (Amazon Web Services)
Q&A session for government stakeholders
Requirements
A foundational knowledge of Internet of Things (IoT) or blockchain technology is essential for government professionals to effectively leverage these innovations in public sector workflows and governance. Understanding these technologies can enhance accountability, efficiency, and transparency in governmental operations.
Testimonials (1)
Patrick did a great job of striking a balance between covering all the prepared material while making time to give detailed answers to any questions from the group