The Smart City Innovation Cluster (SCIC) has successfully facilitated a Smart Pole Proof of Concept (PoC) in Indonesia. IoT-TICKET delivered the smart city platform that integrates the smart pole with various urban data sources, enabling real-time insights and optimized urban management.
10.2.2025 Nusantara, Indonesia
In a groundbreaking collaboration between Finnish and Indonesian technology leaders, the Smart City Innovation Cluster (SCIC) has successfully facilitated a Smart Pole Proof of Concept (PoC) in Indonesia. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the advancement of smart urban infrastructure, laying the foundation for future deployments in Nusantara, Indonesia’s new capital city.
Pioneering Smart City Solutions for Nusantara
This project highlights the power of international cooperation, leveraging Finnish expertise and Indonesian implementation capabilities to create a scalable smart city solution.
“Being the Indonesian integrator, we see firsthand the impact of this innovation on urban management. The Smart Pole PoC allows us to bring world-class technology to Indonesia, enhancing local expertise and creating new business opportunities”, says Leonardus Muryono, President Director, Terrindo Bumi Raya.
The IoT-TICKET-powered digital platform integrates and analyzes smart pole data alongside other urban infrastructure, enabling real-time insights for smarter city management.
The key contributors include:
Tehomet & Luxturrim5G (Finland): Provided the smart pole infrastructure, developed in collaboration with Nokia, delivering high-quality urban technology solutions.
Terrindo Bumi Raya (Indonesia): The Indonesian integrator responsible for assembling, commissioning, and ensuring smooth operation of the smart pole, as well as driving local expertise and sales efforts.
Wapice & IoT-TICKET (Finland): Delivered the data-driven smart city platform that integrates the smart pole with various urban data sources, enabling real-time insights and optimized urban management.
SCIC & Business Finland (Finland): Played a crucial role in establishing relationships, supporting market entry, and fostering collaboration in Indonesia.
Additionally, several technology providers contributed to the PoC:
Signify: Smart lighting control solutions for energy-efficient urban illumination.
Vaisala: Advanced air quality and weather measurement sensors to enhance environmental monitoring.
Axis Communications: Integrated machine vision cameras for enhanced urban security and analytics.
Orbis:Cabling solutions for cost-effective power and data distribution.
Teleste: Digital displays to deliver information for challenging outdoor environments.
A Model for Future Smart City Developments
The PoC has successfully demonstrated the viability and effectiveness of smart poles in Indonesia, positioning this initiative as a reference for future large-scale deployments, including the upcoming smart pole procurement for Nusantara. By integrating cutting-edge Finnish technology with local expertise, this project not only advances urban development but also strengthens Indonesia’s position as a leader in smart city innovation.
“This collaboration showcases how Finnish smart infrastructure can support cities worldwide in their digital transformation. We are proud to see our multi-functional Smart Poles deployed in Indonesia as part of this pioneering initiative.”, says Sami Huuskonen, Smart Solutions Product manager, Tehomet.
“With IoT-TICKET, we enable cities to harness data from multiple sources, optimizing smart city operations. This PoC in Indonesia exemplifies how digital platforms can drive urban efficiency and sustainability.”, says Jari Kuusisto, Director, Smart City Business, Wapice.
Creating Local Impact and Enabling Growth
Beyond technology, this initiative is about people. By introducing Finnish innovations to Indonesia, we are enabling local workforce development, fostering new competencies, and contributing to the vision of Nusantara as a leading smart city.
Representatives of companies, stakeholders, and project partners gathered around the Smart Pole at Nusantara, celebrating a successful showcase of Finnish-Indonesian collaboration in smart city innovation.
“Our mission is to facilitate international partnerships that drive smart city innovation. This PoC is a perfect example of how collaboration between Finland and Indonesia can lead to real, impactful results.”, says Pertti Kortejärvi, CEO, SCIC.
“It has been inspiring to see how a Business Finland-funded ecosystem R&D project has successfully transitioned into an innovative business model for international markets. Supporting such initiatives aligns perfectly with our mission to drive global collaboration and smart city advancements. We are proud to see Finnish expertise making an impact in Indonesia.”, says Nina Jacoby, Project lead, Business Finland.
As Finland is recognized as the happiest country in the world, we bring the same ethos to Indonesia, creating urban environments that are not only smart but also sustainable and enjoyable for all. The collaboration between Finnish and Indonesian stakeholders has been smooth and inspiring, fostering knowledge exchange on local business models and urban challenges. Finnish companies have gained valuable insights into localization strategies, market needs, and new ways of approaching smart city deployments in an emerging economy, strengthening their ability to scale solutions globally.
Looking Ahead
The successful deployment of the Smart Pole PoC paves the way for broader smart city integrations across Indonesia. With an established reference in place, our partners are well-positioned to scale these solutions, ensuring long-term benefits for urban residents and decision-makers.
This is just the beginning. Through continued collaboration, innovation, and local engagement, we are shaping the future of smart cities in Indonesia—one intelligent solution at a time.
About the Companies
Tehomet – a Valmont Company – A leading Finnish manufacturer of smart poles and urban infrastructure solutions, specializing in durable and aesthetic lighting poles tailored for smart city applications.
Luxturrim5G – An ecosystem project led by Nokia, developing multi-functional smart poles that integrate connectivity, sensors, and digital services for future smart cities.
Terrindo Bumi Raya – An Indonesian technology integrator and infrastructure provider, offering smart city solutions and local expertise in assembling and deploying urban innovations.
Wapice – A Finnish technology company delivering IoT and AI-powered solutions, including IoT-TICKET, a platform that enables smart city data management and automation.
SCIC (Smart City Innovation Cluster) – A Finnish collaboration platform that facilitates international partnerships and supports smart city development through research, innovation, and ecosystem building.
Business Finland – Finland’s official innovation and trade promotion agency, supporting Finnish companies in global market expansion and facilitating cross-border collaboration.
Signify – A global leader in lighting solutions, providing intelligent lighting systems that enhance energy efficiency, safety, and urban aesthetics.
Vaisala – A Finnish company specializing in environmental monitoring technologies, including air quality and weather measurement solutions for smarter urban management.
Axis Communications – A pioneer in network video and security solutions, offering advanced camera technologies for improved surveillance and urban safety.
Orbis – A Finnish company providing cabling and connectivity solutions that ensure reliable data and power distribution for smart infrastructure.
Teleste – A provider of public safety, digital information, and communication solutions, delivering outdoor display systems and connectivity solutions for public spaces.
Mobile Work Machines into a New Era – IoT-TICKET Joins the INTERROB Project for the Green Transition
Mobile work machines are one of the cornerstones of Finland’s export industry. The sector now faces a significant transformation as electric powertrain solutions are replacing fossil fuels. In the project, IoT-TICKET is used as a data and AI platform with the aim to develop new features based on artificial intelligence technologies.
The new INTERROB co-innovation project takes the green transition to the next level by combining cutting-edge research with industrial collaboration. The goal of the INTERROB project is to develop even more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for the electrification of work machines and to foster innovations that utilize both virtual and physical testing.
Partners in the project in addition to Wapice include the University of Oulu, Oulu University of Applied Sciences (NUVE-LAB), LUT University, and companies such as Kalmar Cargotec, Arctic Drilling Company, Danfoss Editron, Treon, HORIBA Europe GmbH and HORIBA MIRA Ltd.
– The solutions developed for the unique NUVE-LAB environment at Oulu University of Applied Sciences, the only one of its kind in the Nordic countries, will significantly reduce the time to market for new, tested product solutions and lower testing costs for companies. “The project will support the competitiveness of Finland’s entire work machine sector in the future, says Jukka Säkkinen, Development Manager at Oulu University of Applied Sciences.
The INTERROB project is expected to deliver not only significant research findings but also new product and service innovations, with a combined export growth potential estimated to exceed 300 million euros between 2030 and 2035. The NUVE-LAB and LUT University’s state-of-the-art facilities provide excellent research and development environments for the project. The project is funded by Business Finland, with a total budget of nearly 8.5 million euros, of which 4.4 million euros are allocated to research partners and the remainder to company projects.
At the heart of the INTERROB project are cyber-physical testing solutions such as vehicle-in-the-loop (ViL) and software-in-the-loop (SiL) testing methods.
– ViL integrates vehicles into the testing environment to simulate real-world operating scenarios, while SiL enables software testing virtually before implementation, explains Professor Tero Päivärinta from the University of Oulu.
These technologies enable the development and testing of powertrain systems for work machines, work cycle scenarios, and data analytics solutions. Energy-efficient electric powertrain components are also a key focus of the project, supporting the industry’s green transition.
– Additionally, software development plays a crucial role in creating new solutions for both vehicle operation and testing, emphasizes Lassi Aarniovuori from LUT University.
The project builds on the Danfoss Editron Veturi program and Kalmar’s innovation initiatives, complemented by the expertise of Horiba and Danfoss Drives.
The Power of Global Partnerships in Shaping Future Cities
In an era where cities face complex challenges—urbanization, climate change, and the need for sustainable growth—no single company, technology, or city can solve these issues independently. Building the cities of tomorrow demands a level of collaboration that brings together diverse expertise, shared goals, and a commitment to innovation. Here’s why these partnerships matter and what they mean for the future of smart cities.
As I look back on last week’s experience at the Smart City Expo World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, one theme resonates above all: the importance of global collaborations and partnerships in driving the next generation of smart cities. Representing our ecosystem of partners at the Nordic Pavilion alongside the City of Tampere, Wapice, Signify, and Axis Communications, I was reminded of how much more we can achieve together than alone.
From Pilots to Global Solutions: From Piloting Technologies to Using Technologies
During our panel discussion on the Urban Data Track, we explored a crucial transition that many cities face: moving from pilot projects to full-scale smart city solutions. In my conversations with colleagues and peers, it became evident that scaling requires more than just technological readiness. It requires a well-integrated ecosystem of partners who bring unique value to the table, from connectivity and data management to AI and machine vision, and connecting these solutions horizontally to create cognitive city operations.
For example, our IoT-TICKET platform serves as the core hub in Tampere’s smart city initiative, connecting technologies from multiple partners into a cohesive, real-time data platform. With Signify’s Interact City lighting control and connectivity solutions providing robust connectivity and dynamic lighting capabilities, and Axis’s AI-driven cameras enhancing safety and urban planning, each partner plays a critical role. Together, we demonstrate a model for transforming data into actionable insights, which can be replicated on a global scale.
Building a Blueprint for Global Cities
The City of Tampere presented its ambitious vision of becoming a “Citiverse,” a connected urban environment that leads in sustainability, safety, and innovation. This vision wouldn’t be possible without the strong foundation of our collaboration among several other actors and partners. We aimed to create a scalable blueprint for smart cities, one that other cities around the world can adopt and adapt to meet their unique needs.
By leveraging IoT-TICKET as a unified data hub, we can harmonize data from several systems. This integration enables real-time data processing, machine vision, and AI-driven analytics that support traffic management, public safety, and energy-efficient lighting. The success of this approach in Tampere underscores the potential for other cities globally to benefit from a similar model, where advanced technology is paired with a network of collaborative partners.
The Role of Trust and Shared Vision in Partnerships
In an increasingly connected world, partnerships also require a foundation of trust and shared values. Working with European partners like Signify, Axis, and the City of Tampere brings a sense of alignment in our commitment to privacy, sustainability, and innovation. It is inspiring to see how these shared values strengthen our collaboration.
Our experience in Barcelona confirmed that partnerships aren’t just about integrating technologies—they’re about aligning on principles that shape the future of our cities. Trust among partners ensures that we create solutions that respect citizens’ privacy, deliver on sustainability goals, and foster resilience.
Why Global Collaboration is Key to Innovation
Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation. The success of a smart city depends on bringing together best-in-class technologies and expertise from around the world. At the Smart City Expo, I witnessed firsthand how global collaboration accelerates progress, enabling us to share lessons learned, exchange insights, and identify new opportunities.
As we reflect on our time in Barcelona, we’re more committed than ever to fostering these partnerships and advancing our shared goals. The collaborative ecosystem we’ve built around IoT-TICKET, Signify, and Axis is just the beginning. We envision a future where this model inspires cities across continents to take bold steps toward creating safer, more sustainable, and more connected urban spaces.
A Call to Action for Cities and Innovators
As cities look toward a smarter, more connected future, the role of partnerships cannot be overstated. We invite other cities, technology providers, and innovators to join us in building ecosystems that prioritize sustainability, security, and scalability. By working together, we can shape cities that are not only equipped for today’s challenges but resilient and adaptable to those of tomorrow.
Last week’s events in Barcelona left me confident about the path forward. We have a blueprint for success, and with a growing network of partners, we’re ready to make it a reality on a global scale. Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Nordic Pavilion, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.
Smart City Expo World Congress, 5-7 November 2024, Barcelona Spain
See you in Barcelona next week?
If you are passionate about the future of cities and urban living, Barcelona SCEWC is the place to be in November.
The Smart City Expo World Congress is the biggest Smart City event in the whole world. A unique event with +800 cities from +140 countries and over 1000 companies collaborating for future cities.
Wapice, together with Smart City Tampere will be attending a joint booth at the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona 5-7 November 2024. Wapice will be showcasing IoT-TICKET with our most recent smart city and IoT cases as a part of the Nordics+, the Nordic Pavilion. Welcome to meet us at hall 3, stand nr 71.
This year our team will include Jari Kuusisto (left), Joni Kontturi (right) and Akseli Kataja.
Unveiling the Power of Digital Twin: Creating value in the digital era
When something breaks down unexpectedly, the service is much more expensive, spare parts can be difficult to get and overtime work is usually needed. In short, unplanned downtime is very expensive. It is one of the main reasons to invest in creating digital twins, but only a part of all the benefits and possibilities.
Would it be convenient to be able to know exactly how your machines work, what conditions they are in or when would they need maintenance? In today’s world this option has been possible for quite some time, the solution is called Digital Twin. The technology is available, the essence is finding the right business case for your company.
In this blog post, we’ll dive into what digital twins are and explore how they can be leveraged to create significant value.
Understanding the Digital Twin
The concept of “Twin” is rather old. Nasa’s Apollo Program first introduced it, when two identical space vehicles were built, one in space and the other one here on earth.
The Digital Twin is the mind of the machine in other words, intelligent enough to communicate with humans. It offers various of opportunities for businesses to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and drive innovation. Digital twins are part of industry 4.0. The purpose of digital twin is to create a virtual model of a physical object in a digital way to simulate their behavior. The virtual models could understand, predict, estimate, and analyze the dynamic changes in the state of physical entities with the help of sensing data.
From real-time to history and predictions
Digital Twin is not merely a static model but a dynamic, real-time replica that mirrors the behavior and performance of its physical counterpart. This digital replica is created by combining data from various sources such as sensors, IoT devices, cloud, on-premises, and historical records. With the help of advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning algorithms make it possible to simulate and visualize the object or system.
Digital twins bring the physical object to the grasp of our hand. Also, different tests can be done to the Twin to simulate the different outcomes which could have happened or will in the future potentially happen. Digital Twin enables the user to have a 2-way communication with the product or service, which means the user can send commands or receive information or suggestions from the Twin.
Digital twins can range from simple representations of individual components to complex models of entire ecosystems such as powerplants or even cities. For instance, in manufacturing, a digital twin might replicate a specific machine. Through this, companies are transforming from product manufacturers to system integrators.
How to create value utilizing Digital Twin
1. Predictive maintenance
One of the most compelling applications of digital twins is predictive maintenance. By continuously monitoring the performance of physical assets through their digital counterparts, businesses can anticipate maintenance needs, identify potential issues before they occur, and schedule maintenance activities proactively. This not only minimizes downtime but also extends the lifespan of assets, leading to significant cost savings.
2. Performance Optimization
Digital twins enable organizations to gain deep insights into the behavior and performance of their assets or processes. By analyzing data generated by the digital twin, businesses can identify optimization opportunities, streamline operations, and maximize efficiency. Whether it’s fine-tuning machine performance or optimizing energy consumption in buildings, digital twins provide a powerful platform to continuous improvement.
3. Product Innovation
In addition to optimizing existing operations, digital twins also fuel innovation. By simulating different scenarios and experimenting in a virtual environment, businesses can iterate on designs, test new ideas, and accelerate the development of new products and services. Whether it’s designing more efficient motors in electrification or creating personalized healthcare solutions, digital twins serve as a sandbox for innovation, allowing organizations to push the boundaries of what is possible.
4. Enhanced Decision Making
Digital twins provide decision-makers with a holistic view of their assets or systems, empowering them to make data-driven decisions with confidence. Whether it’s forecasting demand, optimizing supply chain logistics, or mitigating risks, having real-time insights from digital twins enables organizations to make informed choices that drive better outcomes. Provide state- of the art customer service to your customers via Digital Twin.
Implementing Digital Twin: Key Considerations
While the potential benefits of digital twins are substantial, implementing them successfully requires careful planning and execution. Here are some key considerations:
Data integration: Digital twins rely on data from various sources, so ensuring seamless integration and functionality across systems is essential.
Security and Privacy: Safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations is paramount when dealing with digital twins.
Scalability: As the complexity and scope of digital twins grow, scalability becomes crucial to accommodate expanding data volumes and computational requirements.
Seamless Collaboration: Developing digital twins often requires collaboration between domain experts, data scientists, engineers, and IT professionals to ensure alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility.
Conclusion
Digital twins represent a shift in how businesses conceptualize, design, and manage physical assets and processes. By harnessing the power of digital twins, organizations can unlock new opportunities for optimization, innovation, and value creation. However, realizing the full potential of digital twins requires a strategic approach, investment in technology infrastructure, a commitment to ongoing improvement. As we continue to embrace the digital age, digital twins will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping the future of industries across the globe.
Insights and Interesting Encounters at the IoT & AI Business Development Day
The IoT and AI Business Development Day, organized by IoT-TICKET, gathered over 100 participants at Tampere’s Sokos Hotel Torni on Wednesday, September 18th, to discuss themes related to improving and developing their company’s operations through real-life examples. The event also showcased a wide range of demos on topics such as AI, IoT, mobile machinery, smart cities, and energy.
The day kicked off energetically with Director of Revenue & Growth Kimmo Karimäki and Product Manager Jukka Niemi from IoT-TICKET, who highlighted the many changes the world is currently facing and the significant business value and economic benefits that a ready-made IoT and AI platform can provide.
Next, Jarmo Hiljanen, a consultant for digital industrial services from Midagon, presented a concrete, real-life example of executing an AI project in the industrial sector.
Irene Impiö, Director of Growth Services for the City of Tampere, presented the latest developments in Tampere’s smart city project. One example was Tampere’s Pulse, an interactive service that predicts visitor flows in the city center, based on the IoT-TICKET platform solution.
The historic locomotive hall of the Paja Congress Center provided an impressive setting for the event.
Enterprise Product Manager Matti Seppä from Schaeffler, a globally operating German industrial company, demonstrated how global business is created using IoT and AI.
Matti Järvi from IoT-TICKET showcased a fleet management demo for mobile machinery.
Next, Professor Joni Kämäräinen from Tampere University, specializing in signal processing, brought a slightly different perspective to the event. Through colorful examples, he discussed the origins of AI and what to expect in the coming years.
IoT-TICKET’s Samuli Pohjola showcased an AI demo focused on computer vision.
Due to illness, Jani Kanninen, Product Manager from energy company Loimua, gave his presentation remotely. He explained how digital services are being integrated alongside traditional business in the energy industry.
IoT-TICKET’s Jyrki Keskinen presented the solar power monitoring system implemented at Hämeenlinna Library, powered by IoT-TICKET.
In the final presentation of the day, Janne Piispanen, Head of Digital Solutions at Helen, demonstrated how critical maintenance security is maintained through IoT.
A big thank you once again to everyone who participated in the event!
IoT & AI –liiketoiminnan kehityspäivä 18.9.2024
Datasta palveluksi kannattavasti ja turvallisesti
Millaista on konkreettinen, kannattava liiketoiminta IoT:n ja tekoälyn ympärillä? Tule kuulemaan, miten oman alansa johtavat toimijat ovat jalostaneet datan palveluiksi, kannattavasti ja turvallisesti.
Liiketoiminnastaan ovat kertomassa älykaupunki Tampere, energiayhtiö Helen, globaali teollisuusyritys Schaeffler ja energiayhtiö Loimua.
Asiantuntijapuheenvuoroja tarjoilevat Midagon ja Tampereen yliopisto.
Aika: Keskiviikko 18.9. klo 9:00–15:00 (aamupala ja demot katettuna klo 8 alkaen)
Paikka: Sokos Hotel Torni, Tampere (Huom uusi sijainti!)
Kenelle: Datapohjaista liiketoimintaa suunnittelevalle tai sen parissa jo työskentelevälle
Osallistuminen: Ilmainen
Tapahtumassa mukana:
Ohjelma
8:00-
Aamupala ja tutustumista demoihin
9:00
Tilaisuuden avaus Kimmo Karimäki ja Jukka Niemi, IoT-TICKET
9:30
Asiantuntijapuheenvuoro: AI, IoT ja data muuttuneessa maailmassa Jarmo Hiljanen, Senior Manager Consultant, Midagon
10:20
Case Tampere Tervetuloa maailman älykkäimpään kaupunkiin Irene Impiö, kasvupalvelujohtaja, Tampereen kaupunki
11:00-12:00
Lounas
12:00
Case Schaeffler Globaalia liiketoimintaa IoT:n ja tekoälyn avulla Matti Seppä, Lead Solutions Architect, Schaeffler
12:30
Tutkimuksen puheenvuoro Tekoäly, data ja palvelut teollisuudessa Joni Kämäräinen, signaalinkäsittelyn professori, Tampereen yliopisto
13:20
Case Loimua Miten tuodaan digitaaliset palvelut perinteisen liiketoiminnan rinnalle Jani Kanninen, tuotepäällikkö, Loimua
13:50
Case Helen TuoVa Kriittinen huoltovarmuus ja IoT Janne Piispanen, Head of Digital Energy Systems, Helen
–15:00
Päätössanat, kahvitarjoilu ja vapaata keskustelua
Puhujien esittelyt
Jarmo Hiljanen, Senior Managing Consultant
Jarmo on teollisuuden digitaalisten palveluiden konsultti. Hän on auttanut asiakkaita metsä-, kumi-, paperi- ja kaivosteollisuuden yrityksissä päämääränään tehdä palveluita ja uutta liiketoimintaa perinteisen liiketoiminnan oheen. Nykyisin hänen kiinnostuksensa pääpaino kehitysprojekteissa on kääntynyt datan hyödyntämisen puolelle tekoälyavusteisesti. Koulutukseltaan Jarmo on eMBA, tietotekniikan insinööri ja isä.
Irene Impiö, Kasvupalvelujohtaja
Irenen tehtäväkenttänä on elinvoiman ja kasvun edistäminen, erityisesti yritysverkostojen ja kasvuekosysteemien tuki sekä startup-yhteisöjen kehittäminen ja yrityspalvelut, sekä yhteistyö Tampereen alueen innovaatio ja kehittäjäorganisaatioiden kanssa uusien kasvun mahdollisuuksien tunnistamisessa ja edistämisessä.
Matti Seppä, Enterprise Product Manager
Matti on ollut mukana alkumetreiltä kehittämässä Schaefflerin OPTIME-kunnossapitojärjestelmää teollisuuden asiakkaille, josta on laajentunut globaali IoT-ratkaisu teollisuuden ennakoivalle ylläpidolle ja älykkäille voitelujärjestelmille. Hänellä on laaja-alainen kansainvälinen kokemus alustapohjaisesta tuotekehityksestä usealle eri tuotealueelle. Koulutukseltaan Matti on informaatioteknologian DI.
Joni Kämäräinen, signaalinkäsittelyn professori
Tekniikan tohtori Joni Kämäräinen on signaalinkäsittelyn professori Tampereen yliopistossa, jossa hän johtaa tietokonenäön tutkimusryhmää. Tutkimusryhmässä tutkitaan tietokonenäön lisäksi koneoppimista ja robotiikkaa. Kämäräinen on opettanut ja tutkinut koneoppimista Suomessa ja ulkomailla yli 20 vuoden ajan ja kirjoittanut alan ensimmäisen suomenkielisen oppikirjan.
Jani Kanninen, tuotepäällikkö
Jani toimii tuotepäällikkönä kaukolämpöyhtiössä vastaten uusista asiakkuusratkaisuista, kuten kiinteistövalvomopalvelusta ja erilaisista lämpöpumppuratkaisuista palveluina asiakkaille. Automaatio- ja sähköalan kokemusta teräs-, elintarvike-, ja energia-alasta 25 vuotta. Uuden valvomopalvelun kehityksen ja tuotteistamisen parissa viimeisimmät vuodet.
Janne Piispanen, yksikön päällikkö, Digitaaliset ratkaisut
Janne toimii Helenillä ’Digitaalinen energiajärjestelmä’ -yksikön päällikkönä. Yksikkö kehittää älykkäämpää tapaa ohjata energian tuotantoa, jakelua ja kulutusta sekä ketterämpiä malleja toimia sähkön tukkumarkkinoilla. Käytetyt teknologiat ovat tyypillisesti toimialan erikoissovelluksia, joissa yhdistyy korkean saatavuuden vaatimukset, reaaliaikaisuus ja mittavat datamäärät, useimmiten aikasarjamuodossa.
New revenue streams using IoT & AI: Machinery edition
Three step guide for machinery innovators to leverage the power of the Internet of Things & AI
In this blog, we will explore ways in which innovators can create new revenue streams using IoT and AI. We will cover the following topics:
Identify a problem or a need that IoT can solve or address
Develop a solution or a service that leverages IoT capabilities
Validate and monetize your IoT-based offering
Introduction
IoT is transforming various industries and sectors, such as manufacturing, cities, logistics, transportation, and retail, by improving efficiency, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. IoT also offers new opportunities for creating value and generating revenue for businesses of all sizes and types.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the network of physical objects that are embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies that enable them to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet.
To see how this potential can be untapped in your business, follow this simple three step framwork:
1. Identify a problem or a need that IoT can solve or address
The first step to creating a new business using IoT is to identify a problem or a need that exists in your market that IoT can solve or address. This can be done by conducting market research, customer interviews, surveys, or observations to understand the pain points, challenges, and expectations of your target audience. You can also look for existing gaps, inefficiencies, or opportunities in the current solutions or processes that IoT can improve or enhance.
Some examples of problems or needs that IoT can solve or address are:
Customer challenges with machinery – warranty or usage problems
Supply chain visibility and efficiency with real-time tracking, monitoring, and optimization of inventory, assets, and shipments
Improving crop quantity and quality with smart irrigation, fertilization, and pest control systems
Increasing customer loyalty and retention with personalized recommendations, offers, and rewards based on IoT data, for example automatic maintenance scheduling
2. Develop a solution or a service that leverages IoT capabilities
The next step to creating a new business using IoT is to design a solution or a service that leverages IoT capabilities to solve or address the need that you have identified. Usually the development is started by analysing what is already there: existing data, devices and systems. After this you may start looking for the missing blocks. Remember to keep in mind the objective what you are trying to achieve. Technology is only one part of the equation, it is an enabler for the business: in the bigger picture business is where you should concentrate.
Examples of workflows that leverage IoT capabilities:
The service itself is usually a collection of multiple small pieces which each bring their own value. To help visualize the offering create a portfolio of all the pieces and write down the value each piece brings. Features and technology are not where the business it at. It is the value that you bring to customers.
3. Validate and monetize your IoT-based offering
The final step to creating a new business or revenue stream using IoT is to validate and monetize your IoT-based offering. This can be done by testing and iterating your IoT solution or service with your target customers, partners, and stakeholders to get feedback, insights, and validation. You can also measure and evaluate the performance, impact, and value of your IoT solution or service using key metrics, such as user satisfaction, retention, engagement, revenue, and profit. You can then monetize your IoT-based offering by choosing a suitable business model, such as subscription, pay-per-use, freemium, or advertising, and setting a competitive price, based on the value proposition, market demand, and customer willingness to pay.
The value streams can be combined from multiple elements:
New service revenue stream – e.g. remote expert service with monthly payment
Marketing benefit with new technologies added to products
Optimization of services – e.g. expert training & usage optimization
Completely new business models: pay-per-use
Opening new markets by enabling remote control and updates
In the end everything is related to how to stay afloat on the dynamic markets of today. By leveraging IoT you can mitigate risks, keep your customers loyalty and create new business.
Scroll to see some examples of services and solutions for industrial machinery:
Fleet management
Fleet management
Manage and control you fleet remotely, harnessing the power of real-time data to optimize efficiency, increase uptime, and maximize productivity.
Manage and control you fleet remotely, harnessing the power of real-time data to optimize efficiency, increase uptime, and maximize productivity.
City of Vaasa has chosen IoT-TICKET as its IoT platform
7.5.2024
The City of Vaasa has selected IoT-TICKET service for the IoT platform that manages traffic situation awareness and monitors property energy data. The project is funded through the European Innovation Ecosystems programme, with a total value of 105,000 euros over a two-year contract period. The project will commence in April 2024.
– By acquiring the IoT platform, the City of Vaasa and the region’s universities took a significant step towards data-driven decision-making and sustainable development. The developed service not only supports the city’s carbon neutrality goals and data-driven decision-making but also opens up new avenues in the world of research and education, comments Tomi Salo, project manager from the University of Vaasa.
Revitalising Cities with Signify & IoT-TICKET Smart City Solutions Reduce Carbon Footprint and Enhance City Attractiveness
2.4.2024
Helsinki, Finland – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, and IoT-TICKET, an internationally awarded smart city platform, offer ready-made solutions for cities aiming for a more vibrant future. With Signify’s BrightSites, wireless connectivity can be deployed cost-effectively in cities, and with IoT-TICKET, data streams collected from city systems can be transformed into more accurate traffic counting, parking optimisation, predictive lighting management, or more efficient maintenance of buildings and outdoor areas.
BrightSites integrates smart city functions into one network
BrightSites, one of Signify’s latest innovations, enables the creation of a fast and reliable network connection for urban areas using existing streetlight infrastructure. Its deployment is quick and easy, as there’s no need to dig up the streets for fibre optic cables. Moreover, it avoids the carbon emissions that would result from excavation works, keeping the urban landscape intact.
“BrightSites is an excellent solution, as it can be deployed in conjunction with city lighting upgrades. For example, streetlights using traditional light sources can be replaced with gigabit luminaires and smart LED streetlights. Upgrading to LEDs and smart control significantly improves lighting energy efficiency, as LED consumes less energy and the lighting is only on when needed. LED lighting can save up to 70% in electricity consumption when replacing traditional lighting. Light point control also enables the adoption of smart solutions in the urban environment,” says Piia Hänninen, Country Leader of Signify Finland Oy.
IoT-TICKET Boosts City Vitality and Offers Cost Savings
IoT-TICKET, developed by the software company Wapice, is a multi-award-winning Finnish innovation that makes the transition to a smart city easier and faster. At its core is an IoT platform that brings together the data streams of numerous separate applications, allowing them to be transformed into full-fledged smart city services.
“IoT-TICKET presents city decision-makers with a real-time situational picture, enabling genuine data-driven leadership. This allows limited resources to be allocated where they are most beneficial and minimises misinvestments. Tangible benefits for residents include improved services, more efficient public transportation, and the development of traffic systems, streets, and public areas. At the same time, the system also helps to reduce the city’s carbon footprint, supports local businesses, and creates new business opportunities,” explains Jari Kuusisto, Product Manager of Smart City Services at IoT-TICKET.
Various Solutions Available for Smart Cities
Signify and Wapice offer cities a range of ready-made package solutions. The simplest basic package includes light point controlled LED luminaires, smart lighting control, and the high-quality reports and data analytics provided by IoT-TICKET. Smart lighting control is implemented using Signify’s wireless lighting control system, Interact City, which can include motion detection and twilight sensor features with the Philips Outdoor Multisensor. It also allows for monitoring energy consumption and carbon savings. With Interact City’s asset management, very detailed information about luminaires and control devices can be obtained and utilized along with other systems.
A more comprehensive, level two package, solution includes the basic package plus wireless network gigabit or broadband luminaires, AI-based machine vision, additional sensors such as weather observation and traffic counting sensors, and analytics and use cases. These use cases include public Wi-Fi, traffic optimisation, smart waste management, and air quality monitoring. The solution offers a common network for broadband and IoT-TICKET applications, optimizing urban planning and improving residents’ quality of life.
The most comprehensive solution provides cities with a holistic data platform, which can consolidate and harmonise all city-generated system data. This data can be combined and visualized to produce a situational
picture, and it can be applied to data analytics, machine learning, and various AI applications, including generative AI technology, to anticipate situations and pre-direct city operations.
All solutions can be financed flexibly in several ways, either as a one-time investment, leasing, or as a Light as a Service (LaaS).
Signify and Wapice Participate in Tampere’s Smart City Project
In collaboration with Edzcom, Signify and Wapice have delivered wireless fibre optic through streetlights to the centre of Tampere. Thanks to BrightSites, the city’s streetlight infrastructure has become a common network platform for sensors, video cameras, and other technologies. Wapice’s IoT-TICKET processes and converts the collected data into an easily understandable format. Additionally, Wapice’s AI-assisted video surveillance takes advantage of the wireless network. All these improve the city’s safety, which remains a priority for the city of Tampere in the coming years. Signify and Wapice have also delivered to Tampere a dynamic outdoor lighting solution based on traffic and visitor counts, enabling remote control of sports field lighting and maintenance based on usage hours and visitor counts. Furthermore, entrepreneurs and city residents can use usage hour and visitor count analytics to tailor services and resource allocation, as well as to choose the best visiting times.
Other Nordic Collaborative Projects
In addition, Signify and Wapice are involved in other projects in the Nordic countries, utilizing various applications such as electric vehicle charging and enhancing traffic safety with traffic counting. If your city is planning a smart city project, contact us. We would be happy to show how Signify and Wapice’s solutions can fit into your city’s plans and objectives.
Additional information
Jari Kuusisto
Product Manager, IoT for Smart Cities
Wapice Oy
+358 44 553 3512 jari.kuusisto@wapice.com
Liisa Teppo
Key Account Manager, Professional Systems & Services (Public)
Signify Finland Oy
+358 400 512 913 liisa.teppo@signify.com
