IIoT platform
IIoT platform - the foundation for Industry 4.0
With an IIoT platform, you can create a scalable basis for the digitalization of your production. MaibornWolff supports you in setting up a stable infrastructure to operate applications efficiently and securely—for future-proof manufacturing.
Less Technology. Better Business.
Smooth data exchange between machines and systems for transparent processes and increased efficiency.
Ensuring stable, protected operation of all applications for maximized productivity over the long term.
Flexible adaptation of the platform architecture to growing data volumes and future technological requirements.
Full-stack coverage
End-to-end solutions from machine connectivity and IT infrastructure to cloud-based ML models.
What are IIoT platforms?
An IIoT platform forms the technical foundation of the Industrial Internet of Things by connecting physical and virtual objects. It thus lays the groundwork for a wide range of applications and opens up numerous further opportunities for companies:
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Linking, monitoring, and analyzing data from heterogeneous sources (machines, sensors, ERP systems).
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Central control of the machine park and real-time evaluation of all production data.
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Replacement of manual, paper-based processes with end-to-end digital networking of departments.
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Provision of technical infrastructure as the basis for predictive maintenance and semi-autonomous operation.
Learn more about the potential applications and use cases enabled by IIoT platforms on our IIoT services page.
Our long-standing partner MaibornWolff is supporting us in setting up a business intelligence platform with its expertise in the application and optimization of agile methods. We are very satisfied with the progress of the project so far and are already looking forward to further joint projects in the future.
Our references & projects
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To the MAN referenceMAN - ATLAS L4. Control Center for the autonomous truckCloudData/Data PlatformsAppsTo the MAN referenceControl center for the technical monitoring of driverless trucks
To the MAN referenceUX design, product strategy, data structure, vehicle data visualization
To the MAN referenceMonitoring, remote support, mission management, reports for commercial autonomous transport solutions
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To the NETZSCH referenceNETZSCH: Development of an IoT platformCloudData/Data PlatformsIoTTo the NETZSCH referenceUnified IoT platform for 3 business units, harmonization of existing IoT solutions
To the NETZSCH referenceIoT device connectivity, visualization software for data analysis, cloud infrastructure, operations
To the NETZSCH referenceQuick testing in the cloud infrastructure, fast integration of use cases such as predictive maintenance, process optimizations, etc.
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To the TKE referenceTK Elevator: Health Check Connectivity for the IoT gateway of elevatorsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsTo the TKE referenceIoT gateway (MAX Box) for data connection between elevator & IoT platform
To the TKE referenceExamination of code quality, architecture, operations & organization
To the TKE referenceOptimization of IoT gateway connectivity & digitalization of elevators
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To inCTRL referenceinCTRL Solutions: Modernization of the IoT platform for water treatment plantsCloudIoTIT ModernizationTo inCTRL referenceIoT & software modernization, integration of new functions
To inCTRL referenceData warehouse setup, integration of microservices, automated quality assurance, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
To inCTRL referenceImproved resilience, maintainability & further development capability of the platform
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To the TÜV Nord referenceTÜV NORD: IT system for damage assessmentsData/Data PlatformsWeb & Portal PlatformsBanking/Insurance/FSITo the TÜV Nord referenceHolistic, flexible IT system to support expert assessors
To the TÜV Nord referenceDigitalization of the inspection & damage process from order creation to invoicing
To the TÜV Nord referenceMore efficient creation & billing of damage assessments & vehicle valuations, at least 2 days time savings
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See MAN referenceMAN: Efficient threat analysis for control unitsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee MAN referenceProtection of digitalized trucks against virtual attacks
See MAN referenceRisk analysis based on 4x6 methodology, ThreatSea, ISO21434
See MAN referenceQuick identification of relevant threats for immediately effective security measures
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See TÜV NORD referenceTÜV NORD GPT: Development of AI assistanceAppsWeb & Portal PlatformsPublic/AdministrationSee TÜV NORD referenceSecure operation of AI in the European MS Azure cloud environment
See TÜV NORD referenceFrontend & backend via MS Azure App, "Chat with your PDF" for TÜV employees
See TÜV NORD referenceQuick implementation of new technologies (AI), strengthening knowledge management
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See Miele referenceMiele domestic appliances are networked worldwideCloudIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee Miele referenceFurther development of the IoT platform for connected home appliances
See Miele referenceContainer-based architecture, open standards, modular design
See Miele referenceQuick availability & scalability of digital services, high added value for users
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See KUKA referenceKUKA: Web interface for a new Human Machine InterfaceDigital Design/UX DesignEmbedded Systems & RoboticsWeb & Portal PlatformsSee KUKA referenceEasy & intuitive web UI for product control
See KUKA referenceDevelopment of HMI components & modules using Scrum
See KUKA referenceHigh user-friendliness, reliable operation, fast scalability & extensibility
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See STIHL referenceSTIHL: Control iMOW robotic mower via appCloudAppsIoTSee STIHL referenceControl and configuration of the robotic mower via smartphone
See STIHL referenceDevelopment of app, web, cloud platform and direct Bluetooth communication
See STIHL referenceDigital benefits for users, app controllability, remote software updates
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See ifm services referenceifm services: Remote maintenance of systems and machinesCloudIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee ifm services referenceFully integrated remote access in the IoT platform
See ifm services referenceFull stack cloud application, RUST-based clients, UX design
See ifm services referenceAnalysis of sensor data from production as a basis for sustainable decisions for customers
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik Online: Development and migration of a multi-client capable travel booking platformCloudWeb & Portal PlatformsIT ScalingSee DER Touristik referenceConsolidation of websites onto a scalable travel booking platform
See DER Touristik referenceMulti-tenant platform in microservice architecture, cloud infrastructure & migration (AWS), digital design, testing
See DER Touristik referenceModern user experience, forward-looking travel experience platform
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See Bayernwerk referenceBayernwerk: Knowledge management via teamsCloudIT Consulting & StrategyIT ModernizationSee Bayernwerk referenceTeams app for service technicians
See Bayernwerk referenceUser-centered, intuitive UX/UI design
See Bayernwerk referenceIdentification & utilization of implicit knowledge within the company
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See Es geht LOS referenceEs geht LOS: Development of a cloud-based application for citizen participationCloudAppsWeb & Portal PlatformsSee Es geht LOS referenceApp for digitalizing lottery-based participation processes for municipalities
See Es geht LOS referenceDigital Garage, AWS Amplify & Google Maps integration, MVP in just 5 weeks
See Es geht LOS referenceSelection, contact & user management via the app: data-secure, efficient, user-friendly
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See referenceMonitoring alarms in industrial plantsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee referenceLive monitoring platform for visualizing connected warning devices
See referenceAutomation & cloud services (MS Azure), API management
See referenceAlarms visible worldwide within seconds, multi-tenant system
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik: Become a digital travel companion in 7 monthsCloudAppsWeb & Portal PlatformsSee DER Touristik referenceApp for digital customer support before, during & after the trip
See DER Touristik referenceCross-platform app with Flutter, UX/UI design, requirements engineering
See DER Touristik referenceArchitecture flexibly integrates and extends to many languages, countries & brands
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See BMW Group referenceBMW Group: Remote software upgrade for vehiclesCloudCybersecurityIoTSee BMW Group referenceSoftware upgrades without the need to visit a service center
See BMW Group referenceBackend system for over-the-air communication with the vehicle, 24/7 support
See BMW Group referenceIT security, more comfort, on-demand provision of new features
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See Creditreform referenceCreditreform: Secure proof of identity on the webCybersecurityWeb & Portal PlatformsBanking/Insurance/FSISee Creditreform referenceFast, customer-friendly & fraud-proof digital identity verification
See Creditreform referencePilot for the forgery-proof storage & management of identity & company information in a Decentralized Identity (DID)
See Creditreform referenceVerified data reusable across different providers
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See SMA referenceSMA: Development of a Web UI for ennexOS platformDigital Design/UX DesignIoTWeb & Portal PlatformsSee SMA referenceCreation of a unified customer experience across all products, smooth generational transition for customers, secure, agile operation
See SMA referenceWebUI for the digitalization & automation of energy management processes, open-source solution for energy flow visualization
See SMA referenceEnergy flow & cost optimization, operational reliability, customer-friendliness
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See Weidmüller referenceWeidmüller: Progression of the Industrial Service PlatformCloudIoTWeb & Portal PlatformsSee Weidmüller referenceCreation of a centralized, intuitive, expandable portal as the foundation for industrial applications (remote access, data visualization, ML)
See Weidmüller referenceExploration, setup & further development of the base platform for industrial services
See Weidmüller referenceInnovative portal for end-to-end solutions, MVP in just 7 months
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To the FinOps referenceTravel information systems: 25 percent savings in cloud costs and stable operation thanks to FinOpsCloudIT Consulting & StrategyWeb & Portal PlatformsTo the FinOps referenceAlignment of the distributed travel information system with many data sources & target groups on the AWS cloud
To the FinOps referenceFinOps: cost transparency, cloud strategy, system & architecture design, usage-based operating times, early anomaly detection
To the FinOps referenceCost transparency at team level, lean operating processes, robust observability
Our range of services at MaibornWolff
MaibornWolff accompanies your company on the way to successfully implementing an IIoT platform - from the initial contact to the running platform. Our approach is structured, practice-oriented and always focuses on your needs:
1. Requirements analysis & scoping
Instead of lengthy preliminary discussions, we start directly with the assessment.
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Clarification of specific business objectives and technical framework conditions.
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Audit of the existing IT/OT landscape to identify interfaces.
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Defining a clear roadmap for implementation.
2. Proof of concept (PoC)
We validate feasibility before large budgets are allocated.
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Development of a functional prototype in a short period of time.
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Proof of technical added value based on real data.
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Minimizing risk through early testing of critical components.
3. Minimum viable product (MVP)
The first step towards productive operation.
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Provision of a fully functional basic version of the IIoT platform.
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Focus on functions with the highest direct business value.
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Quick feedback through genuine user interaction in day-to-day business.
4. Scaling and rollout
From pilot project to company-wide standard.
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Gradual expansion of the platform to additional locations or lines.
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Integration into the deep system landscape (ERP, MES).
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Ensuring performance and stability under increasing load.
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How do IIoT platforms work?
A powerful IIoT platform is based on the interaction of four central levels that ensure data transport from the device to the application:
Devices level
Connection of physical assets: From modern IoT-enabled machines to external sensors and existing legacy hardware.
Platform infrastructure
Foundation for operation: container orchestration via Kubernetes and central services for monitoring, logging, and CI/CD pipelines.
Connectivity and data
Secure networking via protocols such as MQTT, as well as high-performance streaming and processing of large amounts of data via Apache Kafka.
Application level
Implementation of business apps for machine control, analysis, and visualization for your specific production use cases.
IIoT platform: Your lever for Industry 4.0
Don't let the competition pass you by. Take advantage of our experience from numerous industrial projects to make your production more efficient, transparent, and future-proof. We analyze your status quo and find the best technical and economic entry point for your infrastructure.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about an IIoT platform
How do I choose the right IIoT platform for my company?
Choosing the right IIoT platform depends on various factors, such as the specific requirements of your company, the existing IT infrastructure and the desired functionalities. A thorough needs analysis and comparison of the various providers and platforms are essential.
What role does edge computing play in an IIoT platform?
Edge computing enables data to be processed directly on the machines or in the immediate vicinity instead of sending it to the cloud first. This reduces latency times, improves responsiveness and enables real-time analysis, which is particularly beneficial in time-critical production processes.
Can an IIoT platform be integrated into existing ERP and MES systems?
Yes, most IIoT platforms offer interfaces that enable integration into existing ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) systems. This ensures a seamless flow of information and improves the overall efficiency of production processes.