IIoT - Industrial Internet of Things
IIoT - The key component for Industry 4.0
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is the infrastructure behind Industry 4.0. It connects sensors, instruments, and devices for industrial applications such as manufacturing and energy management.
Rely on 9 years of experience and more than 60 successful projects. Increase your efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity with industrial IoT consulting from MaibornWolff.
Don't just use IIoT selectively, but across the entire value chain. From product design and manufacturing to service and long-term customer loyalty, we connect your processes end-to-end.
30% more efficiency
The new solutions and technical applications can significantly increase labor productivity. Improvements of up to 30 percent have been recorded.
50% more machine availability
By using IIoT technologies, we can significantly reduce machine downtimes by up to 30 to 50 percent.
85% more precision
By implementing advanced analysis tools, we can significantly improve the accuracy of forecasts such as demand and production requirements in production planning.
Why MaibornWolff?
At MaibornWolff, we take a holistic approach to industrial IoT solutions: from the machine itself to the IT infrastructure and machine learning platforms in the cloud.
Our team consists of experts in each of these areas. We work in a use case-oriented manner and help you to technically design your IIoT solution based on specific features.
We support the establishment of your own development team with qualified employees, resources, and tools. We strengthen your internal expertise through continuous knowledge transfer and the sharing of approaches developed during our collaboration.
We chose MaibornWolff because they focus on the users. On people.
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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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 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 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 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 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 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
Our range of services in connection with Industrial IoT
Our customized IIoT solutions enable companies to optimize the maintenance and servicing of their equipment and make it smarter.
Industrial IoT platforms
We connect and manage your systems using scalable IIoT platforms – from small SaaS solutions to customized enterprise architectures.
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Tailor-made: Perfectly tailored to your requirements for greater efficiency and smooth integration into your system landscape.
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Scalable: The platform can be adapted and further developed at any time as required.
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Cost control: Advice on suitable cloud services for an optimal cost-benefit ratio.
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Data sovereignty: Full control over what data is processed in the cloud and how.
Digital Twin
Get a complete picture of your transport routes, assets, and products by integrating data across the entire lifecycle and live data synchronization.
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Simplified control: Definition of the desired state instead of manual procedure calls – the system executes steps autonomously.
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Transparent monitoring: Precise localization and problem visualization in dashboards through the integration of geo and CAD data.
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Holistic tracking: Tracking your products from conception and design through manufacturing to delivery.
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Realistic simulation: Comparison of simulation results and real-time performance of complex systems.
Remote Access
We establish secure and direct connections to your networked products and production facilities for remote maintenance and control. Our solutions address critical challenges:
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Security: End-to-end encryption and secure credential exchange to prevent unauthorized access.
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Flexibility: Time-controlled access, delegation to third-party service providers, and integration of existing accounts.
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Efficiency: Optimized latency and throughput for smooth encrypted communication.
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Operation: Taking over provision, monitoring, and maintenance of the infrastructure.
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Compatibility: Support for various client systems for maximum accessibility.
Remote update
Update software or firmware on your devices securely from a distance. We ensure a smooth process from development to deployment.
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Secure management: Protection of signatures and artifacts throughout their entire lifecycle.
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Effective campaign management: Planning and implementation of targeted rollouts.
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Reliable installation: Guarantee that only complete and compatible versions are installed.
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Integration: Provision of interfaces to operational and service processes with granular rights.
Customized intelligent SCM solutions
Optimize your supply chain with intelligent IIoT solutions:
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Improve the planning of SCM-relevant processes and avoid bottlenecks.
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Utilize intelligent transport routes and meet delivery deadlines.
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Accelerate and monitor material and goods flow.
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Increase delivery speed and boost customer satisfaction.
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Precisely control storage conditions such as temperature, humidity, and vibration.
Smart Factory
Transform your production with IIoT and realize the following added value:
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Digitization: Increased efficiency by replacing paper- and Excel-based processes and automated data transfer to ERP systems.
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Energy efficiency: Optimal energy use in production and warehousing for significant cost reduction.
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Database: Establishment of a uniform, scalable platform for all manufacturing data.
What challenges can be overcome with the Industrial IoT?
Our Industrial IoT platforms enable you to address key industry challenges, increase revenue potential, and reduce costs. We solve the following challenges for you:
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Compensating for the shortage of skilled workers: We reduce dependence on manual intervention through a higher degree of automation and ML-supported processes. Digitized error analyses relieve the burden on your existing staff and increase maintenance efficiency.
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Fast market entry (time-to-value): Get started with digital transformation right away through iterative pilot projects. We test use cases in an agile way to quickly validate value before going wide.
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Avoiding the "PoC trap" (scalability): Many companies fail after the proof of concept because security aspects or stakeholders were ignored. With our comprehensive IIoT assessment, we take all security requirements and the long-term vision into account from day one to ensure seamless scaling from prototype to global rollout.
Industrial IoT: We support you with this
MaibornWolff offers innovative solutions - and has done so in over 60 IIoT projects since 2015, so no matter what phase your project is in, we can support you. And this is what we do:
Orientation workshop
Duration: 1–2 days
Ideal for companies that are at the beginning of their digitalization journey and need structure for their ideas. Together, we analyze your status quo and identify potential.
Your result: A clear vision, prioritized use cases, and a roadmap for the next steps.
IIoT Solution Assessment
Timeframe: 3–8 weeks
Perfect for companies that already have concrete ideas or want to put existing solutions to the test (scalability, security). We evaluate your requirements from a technical and economic perspective.
Your result: A validated target architecture, a cost estimate, and a concrete plan for implementing the MVP.
Implementation of a customized IIoT solution
Timeframe: 3–6 months
We implement your specific IIoT solution from the first line of code to market readiness. Our focus is on speed and measurable added value.
The three-stage process:
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Agile Requirements Engineering: Refining requirements during the ongoing process.
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Proof of Concept (PoC): Technical feasibility study of critical components.
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Minimum Viable Product (MVP): Launch of an initial, fully functional version that offers your users immediate added value.
Don't wait for the competition. Future-proof your production now – scalable, secure, and data-driven. Take advantage of our expertise from over 60 projects to unlock the full potential of your systems. Whether it's an initial idea or a global rollout, we'll get your IIoT solution up and running.
Let's talk specifically about your challenges. In a non-binding initial consultation, we will validate your use case and outline initial solutions—without any sales pressure, but rather from expert to expert.
FAQs: Frequently asked questions about IIoT
What is IIoT and why is it important for industrial companies?
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) enables the networking and communication of machines, systems, products and processes in industrial companies. It plays a crucial role as it enables companies to collect, analyze and use data to increase efficiency, effectiveness and productivity, optimize maintenance, improve quality, reduce costs and develop new business models.
What are the drivers of IIoT in production?
The main drivers for IIoT in manufacturing are:
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cost reduction,
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improving quality,
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the optimization of products,
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environmental protection,
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better working conditions and
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compliance with compliance requirements.
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What are the first steps after making contact?
After making initial contact, we conduct a pre-qualifying meeting to clarify your needs and the scope of the project. We then decide together on the appropriate format and the next steps.
To what extent am I involved in the collaboration as a customer?
You need sufficient budget and some time resources for coordination and synchronization. We work closely with you to achieve the best results.