Let’s explore the big picture. In modern digital cities, there’s a strong case for moving data analysis closer to where the data is generated—right at the Edge—rather than sending everything to distant corporate or cloud data centers. Many applications need near real-time data processing to be effective, and waiting for data to travel to a far-off data center isn’t practical. Additionally, transmitting and storing data in the cloud can be costly, especially when immediate access is needed.

Analyzing data at the Edge, where sensors, cameras, and other devices are located, allows for faster and more efficient decision-making. This approach is gaining momentum globally, with a significant number of smart cities and government agencies already adopting or exploring IoT technologies. In fact, recent studies show that 83% of these entities are actively using or investigating IoT solutions.