The Ultimate Guide to Industrial IoT
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Industrial IoT (IIoT).
What to know about Industrial IoT
Industrial IoT (IIoT) refers to the integration of Internet of Things technologies into industrial sectors such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, and infrastructure. By connecting machines, sensors, and systems, IIoT enables enhanced monitoring, automation, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency and productivity.
The stories tagged with Industrial IoT cover a wide range of topics, including market growth and digital transformation milestones, partnerships and collaborations among major technology providers, advances in smart and connected industrial solutions, cybersecurity threats and defenses, and the evolving role of AI, edge computing, and 5G in industrial settings. Readers will find insights into both technical innovations and business strategies shaping the future of industries leveraging IIoT.
Learning about Industrial IoT through these articles offers valuable understanding of how companies are navigating challenges such as cybersecurity risks, data management, and technology integration while capturing opportunities for operational excellence, sustainability, and workforce empowerment. This tag is ideal for professionals, technology enthusiasts, and decision-makers interested in the ongoing digital revolution within the industrial landscape.
Australian Industrial IoT News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
BAI Communications completes Titan ICT integration & rebrand
Customers in mining, energy and transport gain a single supplier for private networks as BAI folds Titan ICT into its national operations.
Digital Twins and CNC: Simulating before you vut
Avoiding costly crashes and scrap, manufacturers are using live machine data to test CNC jobs virtually before a single cut is made.
viAct expands into Australia with Vision AI safety
Australian industrial employers gain AI monitoring meant to spot hazards earlier, as tighter scrutiny raises the stakes for safety compliance.
Claroty flags IP flaws in building management systems
Critical infrastructure operators could face remote building systems attacks after Claroty found flaws in a standard linking legacy controls to IP networks.
Zetifi launches connected fleet safety platform in Australia
Zetifi has unveiled a Connected Fleet Safety platform in Australia, integrating vehicle and worker risk data directly into Microsoft 365 workflows.
Myriota names George Kanuck chief operating officer
Satellite IoT provider Myriota appoints George Kanuck as chief operating officer to scale global service delivery and partner operations.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Industrial IoT
AVEVA named Verdantix leader in asset performance management
Claroty named Leader in 2026 Gartner CPS security report
Claroty named Gartner Leader again for CPS protection
SUSE buys Losant to boost open source industrial IoT
Siemens named Leader in Gartner QMS software ranking
Featured News
Vanyar primed for success with Uriah Jacobs at the helm
A shortage of skilled partners is slowing wider adoption of Palantir Foundry and AIP, creating an opening for Vanyar in the commercial market.
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
AI could help unlock the long-promised value of IoT, as Singapore-based Affirmo pushes real-time tracking into manufacturing and logistics.
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Australian operators face rising cyber risk as Rockwell warns poor visibility and unmanaged remote access can disrupt safety-critical systems.
Zetifi's connectivity solutions drive fleet and worker safety
Remote crews can now stay connected and monitored through Zetifi’s multi-network system, reducing risk and unnecessary check-ins in the field.
Expert Columns
Digital Twins and CNC: Simulating before you vut
Debunking the myths holding back asset performance management
SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era
Enterprises race to modernise asset management as digital demands rise
For China to lead in AI, it must first master its data foundation
Connected construction powers the future of data centres
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Industrial IoT News
Zetifi wins design award for safety-focused smart antenna
Zetifi's UHF CB Smart Antenna wins Silver at the 2026 Australian Design Awards for turning vehicle antennas into connected safety hubs.
Zetifi & Geotab link up to boost remote fleet safety
Zetifi teams with Geotab to deliver connected fleet safety, tackling coverage gaps and boosting oversight for remote Australian operators.
Bigmate deploys AI quality platform on Equinix in Sydney
Bigmate has launched its ACIS AI quality platform on Equinix infrastructure in Sydney, targeting global growth in industrial automation.
How single-controller systems drive manufacturing quality gains
Manufacturers are boosting quality and efficiency by switching to single-controller systems that streamline complex production and data integration challenges.
Exclusive: Ericsson brings private 5G power to mining
Ericsson's private 5G networks are revolutionising safety and productivity in Australia's mining sector through remote control and real-time monitoring technologies.
CID, Nokia & Pivotel launch secure private 5GaaS for Australia
CID Group, Nokia and Pivotel launch a zero-capex Private 5G-as-a-Service solution to boost secure, sovereign data networks across Australia's critical industries.
SafetyCulture & Directed partner to boost fleet safety with data
Directed Technologies partners with SafetyCulture to integrate OEM-embedded vehicle data, enhancing fleet safety and compliance via a streamlined, real-time platform.
Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear
Nozomi Networks has revealed serious vulnerabilities in Advantech's wireless access points, endangering the security of critical infrastructure across sectors.
Barracuda customises training to fit ACSC Essential Eight
Barracuda's Security Awareness Training now aligns with the ACSC's Essential Eight to help Australian businesses combat cyber threats.
Itron and VINCI Energies to build Australia's largest smart lighting project
Itron, VINCI Energies' Electrix, and TCCS collaborate on creating an IIoT network for smart lighting in Canberra, Australia.
Adapt or die - Australian trades must embrace the IoT wave
IoT is taking the world by storm - technology is no longer a 'nice-to-have' but a must have. Today, even the oldest trades have to adapt to survive.
Microsoft brings the power of IoT to the manufacturing industry
Microsoft is working with the OPC Foundation to enable greater application of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the manufacturing industry.
Microsoft Australia names its nine IoT partners
Microsoft Australia names BizData, CDM, Empired, Ignia, Mexia, Oakton, MOQDigital, Ramp and Readify as it's strategic partners to drive IoT adoption.
Red Hat & Panasonic preload edge software on TOUGHBOOK
Users in manufacturing and defence will get faster deployment of rugged edge devices as Panasonic bundles Red Hat software on TOUGHBOOKs.
Vultr, SUSE & Supermicro team up for AI edge cloud
Enterprises running AI across multiple sites may cut latency and costs as the partners link cloud, edge hardware and Kubernetes management.
HPE adds rugged ProLiant edge systems for AI workloads
Rugged edge kit could let factories and telecoms run AI closer to devices, despite dust, vibration and extreme temperatures.
Kyndryl expands Google Cloud service for AI workloads
Large enterprises can keep AI and other data-heavy workloads closer to home as the expanded service tackles sovereignty, latency and compliance risks.
Quantum Computing launches NeuraWave for edge AI inference
Customers in telecoms, vehicles and healthcare could gain faster, lower-power AI processing as the photonic system moves to order.
Eseye adds SGP.32 support to AnyNet+ eSIM platform
The move is aimed at reducing IoT outage risk by adding fallback and orchestration controls alongside the latest remote SIM provisioning standard.
Kingston expands industrial memory & SSD range in APAC
Longer product lifecycles and steadier supply are becoming crucial as APAC manufacturers and integrators add computing to industrial systems.