Title

AWS re:Invent 2023 - Belden: Digitizing operations with network and data solutions (IOT103)

Summary

The session focused on how edge networks, cloud, and platforms enable industrial digital transformation.
Belden's journey from a wire and cable company to providing end-to-end network infrastructure and data solutions was highlighted.
The challenges of digitizing operations in industrial settings, such as dealing with massive data volumes and the need for real-time processing at the edge, were discussed.
Belden's Horizon software suite and network backbone were presented as solutions to these challenges, enabling secure, scalable, and AI-ready operations.
A case study of Belden's own manufacturing plant in Richmond, Indiana, demonstrated the practical application of these solutions, showcasing significant improvements in efficiency and cost savings.
The role of AWS as a cloud platform in supporting Belden's solutions was emphasized, particularly in terms of data analytics and multi-site deployment capabilities.

Industrial sectors are catching up with digital transformation, with a focus on leveraging the vast amounts of data generated by IoT devices.
The data produced in industrial settings is increasingly processed at the edge, where it is generated, rather than being moved to the cloud.
Belden has evolved from a traditional wire and cable company to a provider of comprehensive network and data solutions, aiding in the digitization of operations.
The Horizon software suite is a key component in Belden's offerings, enabling the democratization of OT data and facilitating the transition to a platform-based business model.
The case study of Belden's Richmond plant illustrates the tangible benefits of digitizing operations, such as cost savings, improved efficiency, and enhanced employee engagement.
AWS plays a crucial role in Belden's solutions by providing a cloud platform for data analytics and supporting the scale and multi-site deployment of industrial applications.
The session highlighted the importance of experimentation and rapid prototyping in complex industrial environments to drive real-time value and improvements.