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IIoT platform

The key to the Industrial Internet of Things
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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.

Smart networking

Smooth data exchange between machines and systems for transparent processes and increased efficiency.

Operational safety

Ensuring stable, protected operation of all applications for maximized productivity over the long term.

High scalability

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:

  • Linking, monitoring, and analyzing data from heterogeneous sources (machines, sensors, ERP systems).
  • Central control of the machine park and real-time evaluation of all production data.
  • Replacement of manual, paper-based processes with end-to-end digital networking of departments.
  • Provision of technical infrastructure as the basis for predictive maintenance and semi-autonomous operation.
Robotic arms in a factory optimize processes using an IIoT platform.
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Learn more about the potential applications and use cases enabled by IIoT platforms on our IIoT services page.

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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.
Andreas Oßwald, CIO and CDO Sonax

Our references & projects

  • A fleet of self-driving trucks from MAN on a spacious test site.
    MAN - ATLAS L4. Control Center for the autonomous truck
    To the MAN reference
    CloudData/Data PlatformsApps

    Control center for the technical monitoring of driverless trucks

    To the MAN reference

    UX design, product strategy, data structure, vehicle data visualization

    To the MAN reference

    Monitoring, remote support, mission management, reports for commercial autonomous transport solutions

    To the MAN reference
  • Two people in white protective suits stand in front of a pipeline through which green glowing data streams are pumped
    NETZSCH: Development of an IoT platform
    To the NETZSCH reference
    CloudData/Data PlatformsIoT

    Unified IoT platform for 3 business units, harmonization of existing IoT solutions

    To the NETZSCH reference

    IoT device connectivity, visualization software for data analysis, cloud infrastructure, operations

    To the NETZSCH reference

    Quick testing in the cloud infrastructure, fast integration of use cases such as predictive maintenance, process optimizations, etc.

    To the NETZSCH reference
  • A modern high-rise building with an eye-catching orange-purple color gradient featuring a central, transparent exterior elevator unit.
    TK Elevator: Health Check Connectivity for the IoT gateway of elevators
    To the TKE reference
    CybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & Robotics

    IoT gateway (MAX Box) for data connection between elevator & IoT platform

    To the TKE reference

    Examination of code quality, architecture, operations & organization

    To the TKE reference

    Optimization of IoT gateway connectivity & digitalization of elevators

    To the TKE reference
  • A person stands on a platform at sunset with digitally superimposed graphics.
    inCTRL Solutions: Modernization of the IoT platform for water treatment plants
    To inCTRL reference
    CloudIoTIT Modernization

    IoT & software modernization, integration of new functions

    To inCTRL reference

    Data warehouse setup, integration of microservices, automated quality assurance, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

    To inCTRL reference

    Improved resilience, maintainability & further development capability of the platform

    To inCTRL reference
  • A man in a TÜV Nord shirt operates a diagnostic device in front of a vehicle.
    TÜV NORD: IT system for damage assessments
    To the TÜV Nord reference
    Data/Data PlatformsWeb & Portal PlatformsBanking/Insurance/FSI

    Holistic, flexible IT system to support expert assessors

    To the TÜV Nord reference

    Digitalization of the inspection & damage process from order creation to invoicing

    To the TÜV Nord reference

    More efficient creation & billing of damage assessments & vehicle valuations, at least 2 days time savings

    To the TÜV Nord reference
  • A red MAN truck drives along an empty road under a clear night sky with shining stars.
    MAN: Efficient threat analysis for control units
    See MAN reference
    CybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & Robotics

    Protection of digitalized trucks against virtual attacks

    See MAN reference

    Risk analysis based on 4x6 methodology, ThreatSea, ISO21434

    See MAN reference

    Quick identification of relevant threats for immediately effective security measures

    See MAN reference
  • Two women are standing in a workshop. One woman is holding a tablet in her hands.
    TÜV NORD GPT: Development of AI assistance
    See TÜV NORD reference
    AppsWeb & Portal PlatformsPublic/Administration

    Secure operation of AI in the European MS Azure cloud environment

    See TÜV NORD reference

    Frontend & backend via MS Azure App, "Chat with your PDF" for TÜV employees

    See TÜV NORD reference

    Quick implementation of new technologies (AI), strengthening knowledge management

    See TÜV NORD reference
  • Person uses Miele app in modern kitchen.
    Miele domestic appliances are networked worldwide
    See Miele reference
    CloudIoTEmbedded Systems & Robotics

    Further development of the IoT platform for connected home appliances

    See Miele reference

    Container-based architecture, open standards, modular design

    See Miele reference

    Quick availability & scalability of digital services, high added value for users

    See Miele reference
  • Woman with tablet in modern factory hall
    KUKA: Web interface for a new Human Machine Interface
    See KUKA reference
    Digital Design/UX DesignEmbedded Systems & RoboticsWeb & Portal Platforms

    Easy & intuitive web UI for product control

    See KUKA reference

    Development of HMI components & modules using Scrum

    See KUKA reference

    High user-friendliness, reliable operation, fast scalability & extensibility

    See KUKA reference
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    STIHL: Control iMOW robotic mower via app
    See STIHL reference
    CloudAppsIoT

    Control and configuration of the robotic mower via smartphone

    See STIHL reference

    Development of app, web, cloud platform and direct Bluetooth communication

    See STIHL reference

    Digital benefits for users, app controllability, remote software updates

    See STIHL reference
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    ifm services: Remote maintenance of systems and machines
    See ifm services reference
    CloudIoTEmbedded Systems & Robotics

    Fully integrated remote access in the IoT platform

    See ifm services reference

    Full stack cloud application, RUST-based clients, UX design

    See ifm services reference

    Analysis of sensor data from production as a basis for sustainable decisions for customers

    See ifm services reference
  • Couple walking on the beach at sunset.
    DER Touristik Online: Development and migration of a multi-client capable travel booking platform
    See DER Touristik reference
    CloudWeb & Portal PlatformsIT Scaling

    Consolidation of websites onto a scalable travel booking platform

    See DER Touristik reference

    Multi-tenant platform in microservice architecture, cloud infrastructure & migration (AWS), digital design, testing

    See DER Touristik reference

    Modern user experience, forward-looking travel experience platform

    See DER Touristik reference
  • High-voltage power lines over a green field at sunset
    Bayernwerk: Knowledge management via teams
    See Bayernwerk reference
    CloudIT Consulting & StrategyIT Modernization

    Teams app for service technicians

    See Bayernwerk reference

    User-centered, intuitive UX/UI design

    See Bayernwerk reference

    Identification & utilization of implicit knowledge within the company

    See Bayernwerk reference
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    Es geht LOS: Development of a cloud-based application for citizen participation
    See Es geht LOS reference
    CloudAppsWeb & Portal Platforms

    App for digitalizing lottery-based participation processes for municipalities

    See Es geht LOS reference

    Digital Garage, AWS Amplify & Google Maps integration, MVP in just 5 weeks

    See Es geht LOS reference

    Selection, contact & user management via the app: data-secure, efficient, user-friendly

    See Es geht LOS reference
  • Control unit in an automated factory environment.
    Monitoring alarms in industrial plants
    See reference
    CybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & Robotics

    Live monitoring platform for visualizing connected warning devices

    See reference

    Automation & cloud services (MS Azure), API management

    See reference

    Alarms visible worldwide within seconds, multi-tenant system

    See reference
  • Woman on the beach at sunset with laptop.
    DER Touristik: Become a digital travel companion in 7 months
    See DER Touristik reference
    CloudAppsWeb & Portal Platforms

    App for digital customer support before, during & after the trip

    See DER Touristik reference

    Cross-platform app with Flutter, UX/UI design, requirements engineering

    See DER Touristik reference

    Architecture flexibly integrates and extends to many languages, countries & brands

    See DER Touristik reference
  • The dashboard of a car shows a display with a notification about a remote software upgrade.
    BMW Group: Remote software upgrade for vehicles
    See BMW Group reference
    CloudCybersecurityIoT

    Software upgrades without the need to visit a service center

    See BMW Group reference

    Backend system for over-the-air communication with the vehicle, 24/7 support

    See BMW Group reference

    IT security, more comfort, on-demand provision of new features

    See BMW Group reference
  • A person in a modern office checks proof of identity on the web on a laptop and smartphone.
    Creditreform: Secure proof of identity on the web
    See Creditreform reference
    CybersecurityWeb & Portal PlatformsBanking/Insurance/FSI

    Fast, customer-friendly & fraud-proof digital identity verification

    See Creditreform reference

    Pilot for the forgery-proof storage & management of identity & company information in a Decentralized Identity (DID)

    See Creditreform reference

    Verified data reusable across different providers

    See Creditreform reference
  • Technician installs solar panel on roof at sunset
    SMA: Development of a Web UI for ennexOS platform
    See SMA reference
    Digital Design/UX DesignIoTWeb & Portal Platforms

    Creation of a unified customer experience across all products, smooth generational transition for customers, secure, agile operation

    See SMA reference

    WebUI for the digitalization & automation of energy management processes, open-source solution for energy flow visualization

    See SMA reference

    Energy flow & cost optimization, operational reliability, customer-friendliness

    See SMA reference
  • A person stands in a modern, abstract room and holds a tablet in their hands.
    Weidmüller: Progression of the Industrial Service Platform
    See Weidmüller reference
    CloudIoTWeb & Portal Platforms

    Creation of a centralized, intuitive, expandable portal as the foundation for industrial applications (remote access, data visualization, ML)

    See Weidmüller reference

    Exploration, setup & further development of the base platform for industrial services

    See Weidmüller reference

    Innovative portal for end-to-end solutions, MVP in just 7 months

    See Weidmüller reference
  • A complex labyrinth of floating cloud paths that lead to a shiny, golden piggy bank in the middle.
    Travel information systems: 25 percent savings in cloud costs and stable operation thanks to FinOps
    To the FinOps reference
    CloudIT Consulting & StrategyWeb & Portal Platforms

    Alignment of the distributed travel information system with many data sources & target groups on the AWS cloud

    To the FinOps reference

    FinOps: cost transparency, cloud strategy, system & architecture design, usage-based operating times, early anomaly detection

    To the FinOps reference

    Cost transparency at team level, lean operating processes, robust observability

    To the FinOps reference

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:

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1. Requirements analysis & scoping

Instead of lengthy preliminary discussions, we start directly with the assessment.

  • Clarification of specific business objectives and technical framework conditions.

  • Audit of the existing IT/OT landscape to identify interfaces.

  • Defining a clear roadmap for implementation.

2. Proof of concept (PoC)

3. Minimum viable product (MVP)

4. Scaling and rollout

Enablement instead of dependency: Our goal is not vendor lock-in, but your independence. We train your teams throughout the project so that you can independently operate and further develop the IIoT platform in the long term.
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Arrange a consultation with one of our experts today!

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.

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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.
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