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AWS re:Invent 2023 - Unlock the power of IoT: Intro to NTT’s edge analytics platform (IOT104)

Summary

Bill Baver from NTT Data presented NTT's smart application platform, which focuses on leveraging IoT data for actionable insights.
The platform aims to break down data silos and enable advanced analytics from IoT devices and sensors at the edge to cross-industry applications.
NTT's approach is outcome-based, focusing on solving business problems with data rather than technology for technology's sake.
The presentation highlighted use cases in public safety, supply chain optimization, traffic management, healthcare, and venue operations, including the Washington Nationals stadium and the Indy 500.
NTT emphasizes the importance of starting with existing business challenges and using existing data and infrastructure before adding new technologies.
The platform operates across edge devices, cloud, and a global core to manage data and analytics.
Sustainability is a key focus, with NTT aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and using data to drive sustainability initiatives.
NTT collaborates with AWS for edge computing and data management, and partners with various organizations to gather and analyze data.

NTT's platform is designed to be industry-agnostic, providing solutions for a wide range of sectors by focusing on the common denominator of data utilization.
The emphasis on starting with business problems and existing infrastructure suggests a practical and cost-effective approach to digital transformation.
The use of predictive analytics in sports and event management indicates a trend towards more dynamic and responsive customer experiences.
NTT's focus on sustainability and alignment with the UN SDGs reflects a growing corporate responsibility towards environmental impact and social governance.
The partnership with AWS highlights the importance of cloud and edge computing in modern IoT solutions, enabling scalable and efficient data processing.
The presentation strategy of using videos and real-world examples suggests an effective way to engage audiences and illustrate the tangible benefits of IoT analytics.