Converging edge, IoT and AI: A strategic guide to success in a growing market

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The market for edge IoT presents a significant opportunity for technology solution providers but has yet to reach its full potential. In this report, we present the results from a four-part research series conducted in partnership with Volt Active Data, focusing on how to capture this value. This report addresses critical aspects such as the technical challenges, ecosystem dynamics and ultimately, the pathway to monetisation for edge IoT solutions.

Background on the series

  • During 2023 and 2024, STL Partners and Volt Active Data set out to build a rich understanding of the markets for edge computing and the internet of things (IoT).
  • Our primary focus was on how technology solution providers can sustainably offer valuable solutions that enable enterprises to innovate and enhance their businesses.
  • To bolster our existing research and collective understanding, we conducted 30+ interviews with experts across the edge and IoT ecosystems.
  • This document includes all four reports from the series, originally published between April 2023 and March 2024.
  • As well as a new series executive summary and series conclusion, minor updates have been made to the original reports to avoid repetition and ensure any data presented is up to date with our latest sources.

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Across a series of four research programmes, STL and Volt Active Data have defined the opportunity in edge IoT

Access the individual reports and webinars from the series from the links below.

Use cases and verticals driving demand for edge and IoT, Q1 2023:

  • Webinar – February 2023. Recording available here.
  • Report – April 2023. Report is available here.

Is there such a thing as an edge IoT platform? Q2 2023

  • Webinar – May 2023. Recording available here.
  • Report – June 2023. Report is available here.

Horizontal or vertical? Winning business models in edge and IoT, Q3 2023

  • Webinar – October 2023. Recording available here.
  • Report – November 2023. Report is available here.

Edge IoT: Closing the enterprise AI and automation capability gap, Q4 2023

  • Webinar – March 2024. Recording available here.
  • Report – March 2024. Report is available here.

This report leverages insights from an in-depth primary research program

This report has been informed by over 30 interviews with individuals across the edge and IoT ecosystem.

Source: STL Partners

Table of contents

  • Introduction
  • Series executive summary
  • Revenue opportunities at the intersection of edge & IoT: Use cases and verticals
    • Executive summary
    • How can edge and IoT be combined to unlock benefits for enterprises?
    • Which horizontal use cases are best placed to capture demand in the short, medium and long term?
    • Which verticals can adopt these use cases in isolation, or combination, to unlock bottom line benefits for enterprises?
    • Summary and conclusions
  • Edge & IoT technology: How to build a platform to meet market needs
    • Executive summary
    • How can we define & differentiate an edge and IoT platform?
    • What are the market forces driving the need for edge and IoT?
    • What are the key functions of edge and IoT platforms?
    • How can converged platforms help meet the demands of different verticals?
    • Summary and conclusions
  • Capturing value from edge & IoT: What edge IoT business models will drive adoption?
    • Executive summary
    • What’s stunting growth in the market for edge IoT solutions?
    • How should tech players take vertical solutions to market?
    • Which edge IoT business models will drive adoption?
    • Conclusion: How should ecosystem players approach the market?
  • The future of enterprise automation: A strategic guide for edge AI solution providers
    • Executive summary
    • IoT, edge and AI are complementary and present technologies with a large market opportunity
    • These technological advancements have laid the foundation for an enterprise automation renaissance
    • The role of solution providers in adoption is pivotal – best in breed collaborators will rise to the top
    • Conclusion
  • Series conclusion

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Will Davies

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Will Davies

Consultant

Will Davies is a consultant at STL Partners specialising in Sustainability.