The Challenge

The Internet of Things (IoT), has introduced the significance of the ability to connect everything. Well almost anything – as in many cases the feasibility exists, but the cost of implementation makes it barely practical. The ability to swiftly detect an event and send prompt notifications is definitely a key to improved operational efficiency in most industrial and utility applications. However, this proves challenging in scenarios where utilizing existing controllers to detect a simple change of status is either difficult or impractical, especially in harsh outdoor locations lacking power and/or communication lines. Additionally, employing an expensive controller for monitoring a single dry-contact sensor becomes economically unfeasible. The solution demands proportionality to the
application's complexity. DataStream's Event Monitoring CellPoint, offering a realistic and cost-effective means to monitor a simple sensor anywhere, providing a solution tailored to the specific needs of the application. In the field of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), effective event monitoring becomes a crucial factor for maintaining operational efficiency and facilitating informed decision-making. However, challenges persist, particularly when dealing with legacy machinery and equipment in demanding environments. These challenges are magnified in outdoor or remote locations, where establishing network connectivity and ensuring a stable power supply pose logistical and financial constraints. Traditional event monitoring solutions, particularly those involving SCADA controllers, encounter practical issues that hinder continuous, real-time event capture and analysis.