Download or read book Implementing Cellular IoT Solutions for Digital Transformation written by Dennis McCain and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2023-02-10 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pragmatic handbook on IoT technologies and markets that will guide you in implementing cellular IoT solutions as part of an enterprise's digital transformation affecting both operational cost savings and new business models. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format. Key FeaturesUnderstand all the critical aspects of a cellular IoT solution with this practical guideIdentify key enterprise IoT market requirements and IoT business casesDevelop robust end-to-end cellular IoT solutions with the help of best practices and case studiesBook Description Even if you're an IoT technology manager with a sound understanding of wireless local area network technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, you may face many unique challenges when implementing a wireless wide area network (WWAN) IoT solution with cellular technologies with respect to choosing the optimal IoT device, cellular connectivity, and architecture. To help you overcome such roadblocks, this digital transformation book guides you in implementing a robust, end-to-end cellular IoT solution using best practices for all aspects of managing the IoT solution. Starting with an introduction to the top IoT markets and solutions in the context of an enterprise's digital transformation, this book will show you how this leads to cost savings and new business models. You'll grasp all you need to know about the IoT system components, life cycle, and best practices for implementing an IoT solution. While the book explains all the leading IoT wireless technologies, the focus is on LTE and 5G cellular technologies. With a review of real-world cellular IoT solution case studies and future IoT trends, you'll be ready to work with wireless IoT technologies, devices, and architectures. By the end of this book, you'll be able to identify the best wireless technologies for your IoT use cases and successfully implement cellular IoT solutions addressing key issues in the solution life cycle. What you will learnUnderstand how IoT enables an enterprise's digital transformationDiscover the applications of various IoT wireless technologiesExplore IoT devices, architectures, and real-world use casesDive deep into LTE and 5G cellular technologies and how they enable IoTBuild a privacy and security framework in an IoT solutionSelect the best components for a cellular IoT enterprise solutionOvercome challenges in the IoT solution life cycleExamine new cellular IoT technologies, trends, and business modelsWho this book is for This book is for IoT technology managers, leaders, C-suite executives, and decision-makers considering or currently developing IoT solutions based on wireless/cellular technologies such as LTE and 5G. You'll be able to make the most of this book if you understand the importance of IoT connectivity in the context of its applications.

Download or read book Architectural Patterns and Techniques for Developing IoT Solutions written by Jasbir Singh Dhaliwal and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Apply modern architectural patterns and techniques to achieve scalable, resilient, and secure intelligent IoT solutions built for manufacturing, consumer, agriculture, smart cities, and other domains Key Features Get empowered to quickly develop IoT solutions using listed patterns and related guidance Learn the applications of IoT architectural patterns in various domains through real-world case studies Explore sensor and actuator selection, analytics, security, and emerging tools for architecting IoT systems Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionAs the Internet of Things (IoT) expands and moves to new domains, architectural patterns need to enable faster digital transformation and more uniform development. Through numerous use cases and examples, this book helps you conceptualize and implement IoT architectural patterns and use them in diverse contexts in real-world scenarios. The book begins by introducing you to a variety of IoT architectural patterns and then helps you understand how they are used in domains such as retail, smart manufacturing, consumer, smart cities, and smart agriculture. You’ll also find out how cross-cutting concerns such as security require special considerations in the IoT context. As you advance, you’ll discover all the nuances that are inherent in each layer of IoT reference architecture, including considerations related to analytics for edge/constrained devices, data visualizations, and so on. In the concluding chapters, you’ll explore emerging technologies such as blockchain, 3D printing, 5G, generative AI, quantum computing, and large language models (LLMs) that enhance IoT capabilities to realize broader applications. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned to architect scalable, secure, and unique IoT solutions in any domain using the power of IoT architectural patterns, and you will be able to avoid the pitfalls that typically derail IoT projects.What you will learn Get to grips with the essentials of different architectural patterns and anti-patterns Discover the underlying commonalities in diverse IoT applications Combine patterns from physical and virtual realms to develop innovative applications Choose the right set of sensors and actuators for your solution Explore analytics-related tools and techniques such as TinyML and sensor fusion Overcome the challenges faced in securing IoT systems Leverage use cases based on edge computing and emerging technologies such as 3D printing, 5G, generative AI, and LLMs Who this book is forThis book is for IoT systems and solutions architects as well as other IoT practitioners, such as developers and both technical program and pre-sales managers who are interested in understanding how various IoT architectural patterns and techniques can be applied to developing unique and diverse IoT solutions. Prior knowledge of IoT fundamental concepts and its application areas is helpful but not mandatory.

Download or read book Cellular Internet of Things written by Olof Liberg and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 776 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cellular Internet of Things: From Massive Deployments to Critical 5G Applications, Second Edition, gives insights into the recent and rapid work performed by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) and the Multefire Alliance (MFA) to develop systems for the Cellular IoT. Beyond the technologies, readers will learn what the mMTC and cMTC market segments look like, deployment options and expected performance in terms of system capacity, expected battery lifetime, data throughput, access delay time and device cost, regulations for operation in unlicensed frequency bands, and how they impact system design and performance. This new edition contains updated content on the latest EC-GSM IoT, LTE-M and NB-IoT features in 3GPP Release 15, critical communication, i.e. URLLC, specified in 3GPP Release 15 for both LTE and NR, LTE-M and NB-IoT for unlicensed frequency bands specified in the Multefire Alliance (MFA), and an updated outlook of what the future holds in Industrial IoT and drone communications, amongst other topics. - Provides ubiquitous wireless connectivity for a diverse range of services and applications, describing their performance and how their specifications were developed to meet the most demanding requirements - Describes licensed and unlicensed technologies based on 2G, 4G and 5G technologies and how they have evolved towards the Cellular IoT - Presents the Narrowband Internet of Things technology and how GSM, LTE and NR have been designed to provide Cellular Internet of Things services - Provides use cases that cover ultra-low complex systems connecting billions of devices (massive MTC, mMTC), critical MTC and cMTC based on Ultra-Reliable and Low Latency Communications (URLLC) to meet strict latency and reliability requirements

Download or read book Practical Guide to LTE A VoLTE and IoT written by Ayman ElNashar and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 753 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential reference providing best practice of LTE-A, VoLTE, and IoT Design/deployment/Performance and evolution towards 5G This book is a practical guide to the design, deployment, and performance of LTE-A, VoLTE/IMS and IoT. A comprehensive practical performance analysis for VoLTE is conducted based on field measurement results from live LTE networks. Also, it provides a comprehensive introduction to IoT and 5G evolutions. Practical aspects and best practice of LTE-A/IMS/VoLTE/IoT are presented. Practical aspects of LTE-Advanced features are presented. In addition, LTE/LTE-A network capacity dimensioning and analysis are demonstrated based on live LTE/LTE-A networks KPIs. A comprehensive foundation for 5G technologies is provided including massive MIMO, eMBB, URLLC, mMTC, NGCN and network slicing, cloudification, virtualization and SDN. Practical Guide to LTE-A, VoLTE and IoT: Paving the Way Towards 5G can be used as a practical comprehensive guide for best practices in LTE/LTE-A/VoLTE/IoT design, deployment, performance analysis and network architecture and dimensioning. It offers tutorial introduction on LTE-A/IoT/5G networks, enabling the reader to use this advanced book without the need to refer to more introductory texts. Offers a complete overview of LTE and LTE-A, IMS, VoLTE and IoT and 5G Introduces readers to IP Multimedia Subsystems (IMS)Performs a comprehensive evaluation of VoLTE/CSFB Provides LTE/LTE-A network capacity and dimensioning Examines IoT and 5G evolutions towards a super connected world Introduce 3GPP NB-IoT evolution for low power wide area (LPWA) network Provide a comprehensive introduction for 5G evolution including eMBB, URLLC, mMTC, network slicing, cloudification, virtualization, SDN and orchestration Practical Guide to LTE-A, VoLTE and IoT will appeal to all deployment and service engineers, network designers, and planning and optimization engineers working in mobile communications. Also, it is a practical guide for R&D and standardization experts to evolve the LTE/LTE-A, VoLTE and IoT towards 5G evolution.

Download or read book Industrial Digital Transformation written by Shyam Varan Nath and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-11-27 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve into industrial digital transformation and learn how to implement modern business strategies powered by digital technologies as well as organization and cultural optimization Key FeaturesIdentify potential industry disruptors from various business domains and emerging technologiesLeverage existing resources to identify new avenues for generating digital revenueBoost digital transformation with cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT)Book Description Digital transformation requires the ability to identify opportunities across industries and apply the right technologies and tools to achieve results. This book is divided into two parts with the first covering what digital transformation is and why it is important. The second part focuses on how digital transformation works. After an introduction to digital transformation, you will explore the transformation journey in logical steps and understand how to build business cases and create productivity benefit statements. Next, you'll delve into advanced topics relating to overcoming various challenges. Later, the book will take you through case studies in both private and public sector organizations. You'll explore private sector organizations such as industrial and hi-tech manufacturing in detail and get to grips with public sector organizations by learning how transformation can be achieved on a global scale and how the resident experience can be improved. In addition to this, you will understand the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning in digital transformation. Finally, you'll discover how to create a playbook that can ensure success in digital transformation. By the end of this book, you'll be well-versed with industrial digital transformation and be able to apply your skills in the real world. What you will learnGet up to speed with digital transformation and its important aspectsExplore the skills that are needed to execute the transformationFocus on the concepts of Digital Thread and Digital TwinUnderstand how to leverage the ecosystem for successful transformationGet to grips with various case studies spanning industries in both private and public sectorsDiscover how to execute transformation at a global scaleFind out how AI delivers value in the transformation journeyWho this book is for This book is for IT leaders, digital strategy leaders, line-of-business leaders, solution architects, and IT business partners looking for digital transformation opportunities within their organizations. Professionals from service and management consulting firms will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge of enterprise IT and some intermediate knowledge of identifying digital revenue streams or internal transformation opportunities are required to get started with this book.

Download or read book Digital Transformation for Improved Industry and Supply Chain Performance written by Khan, Muhammad Rahies and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-05-01 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0, integrating digital technologies into supply chain management (SCM) presents opportunities and challenges. While Industry 4.0 promises increased efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness, its impact on sustainability within SCM remains a pressing concern. Existing literature often needs to look more into the holistic integration of Industry 4.0 technologies with sustainable practices in SCM, leaving a critical gap in understanding and implementation. This gap not only inhibits the realization of sustainable performance but also hinders firms from aligning with global sustainability agendas such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) 2030. Digital Transformation for Improved Industry and Supply Chain Performance offers a comprehensive solution by examining the integration of Industry 4.0 technology and SCM sustainability. It addresses the urgent need for firms to undergo digital transformation to achieve sustainable performance. It provides insights into how Industry 4.0 technologies can be strategically leveraged to promote sustainability in SCM operations. Through in-depth analysis of critical topics such as cybersecurity, resilience, circular economy practices, and ethical considerations, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of Industry 4.0-enabled SCM sustainability.

Download or read book Research Anthology on Developing and Optimizing 5G Networks and the Impact on Society written by Management Association, Information Resources and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-11-27 with total page 1085 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As technology advances, the emergence of 5G has become an essential discussion moving forward as its applications and benefits are expected to enhance many areas of life. The introduction of 5G technology to society will improve communication speed, the efficiency of information transfer, and end-user experience to name only a few of many future improvements. These new opportunities offered by 5G networks will spread across industry, government, business, and personal user experiences leading to widespread innovation and technological advancement. What stands at the very core of 5G becoming an integral part of society is the very fact that it is expected to enrich society in a multifaceted way, enhancing connectivity and efficiency in just about every sector including healthcare, agriculture, business, and more. Therefore, it has been a critical topic of research to explore the implications of this technology, how it functions, what industries it will impact, and the challenges and solutions of its implementation into modern society. Research Anthology on Developing and Optimizing 5G Networks and the Impact on Society is a critical reference source that analyzes the use of 5G technology from the standpoint of its design and technological development to its applications in a multitude of industries. This overall view of the aspects of 5G networks creates a comprehensive book for all stages of the implementation of 5G, from early conception to application in various sectors. Topics highlighted include smart cities, wireless and mobile networks, radio access technology, internet of things, and more. This all-encompassing book is ideal for network experts, IT specialists, technologists, academicians, researchers, and students.

Download or read book The Evolution of Telecommunications written by Ron Legarski and published by SolveForce. This book was released on 2024-08-29 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Evolution of Telecommunications: From Analog to Digital and Beyond" is an in-depth exploration of the telecommunications industry, tracing its history from the earliest forms of communication to the cutting-edge technologies that define the modern era. Written by Ron Legarski, a seasoned expert with over two decades of experience in the field, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the technological advancements, industry shifts, and global events that have shaped telecommunications over the years. The book delves into the transformation from analog to digital communication, the rise of the internet, and the ongoing development of 5G and beyond. It covers critical topics such as the impact of AI, IoT, and edge computing on telecommunications, the role of quantum communication in securing networks, and the challenges posed by global events like the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to historical context, "The Evolution of Telecommunications" provides detailed case studies of major companies and innovations, examining how industry leaders like AT&T, Verizon, and Nokia have navigated the changing landscape. It also explores the societal implications of telecommunications, including its role in driving economic growth, improving quality of life, and addressing global challenges like climate change and digital inclusion. With detailed appendices that include a glossary of key terms, a timeline of significant developments, and additional resources for further study, this book serves as both a comprehensive guide and a valuable reference for professionals, students, and anyone interested in the future of telecommunications. Whether you’re a telecommunications professional, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about how the world stays connected, "The Evolution of Telecommunications" offers a thorough understanding of the forces that continue to shape our increasingly digital world.

Download or read book 5G In IOT Transformation written by Anand Vemula and published by Anand Vemula. This book was released on 2023-11-20 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 5G In IOT Transformation• Introduction to IoT• IOT Communications & Standards and Regulations• The 3GPP Connectivity Family• Data, Platforms and Privacy• Markets and Business Models• Selected Case Studies

Download or read book Handbook of IoT and Big Data written by Vijender Kumar Solanki and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-02-21 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This multi-contributed handbook focuses on the latest workings of IoT (internet of Things) and Big Data. As the resources are limited, it's the endeavor of the authors to support and bring the information into one resource. The book is divided into 4 sections that covers IoT and technologies, the future of Big Data, algorithms, and case studies showing IoT and Big Data in various fields such as health care, manufacturing and automation. Features Focuses on the latest workings of IoT and Big Data Discusses the emerging role of technologies and the fast-growing market of Big Data Covers the movement toward automation with hardware, software, and sensors, and trying to save on energy resources Offers the latest technology on IoT Presents the future horizons on Big Data

Download or read book Cellular Internet of Things written by Olof Liberg and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-09-15 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cellular Internet of Things: Technologies, Standards and Performance gives insight into the recent work performed by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) to develop systems for the Cellular Internet of Things. It presents both the design of the new Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology and how GSM and LTE have evolved to provide Cellular Internet of Things services. The criteria used for the design and objectives of the standardization work are explained, and the technical details and performance of each technology is presented. This book discusses the overall competitive landscape for providing wireless connectivity, also introducing the most promising technologies in the market. Users will learn how cellular systems work and how they can be designed to cater to challenging new requirements that are emerging in the telecom industry, what the physical layers and procedures in idle and connected mode look like in EC-GSM-IoT, LTE-M, and NB-IoT, and what the expected performance of these new systems is in terms of expected coverage, battery lifetime, data throughput, access delay time and device cost. Learn: - How cellular systems work, and how they can be designed to cater for challenging new requirements emerging in the telecom industry. - How the physical layers and the procedures in idle and connected mode look like in EC-GSM-IoT, LTE-M, and NB-IoT. - What the expected performance of these new systems is in terms of expected coverage, battery lifetime, data throughput, access delay time, and device cost. - How the Low-Power-Wide-Area IoT market segment looks like and how different available solutions compare in terms of performance and compatibility with already existing radio networks. - What system capacity and network level performance can be achieved when deploying these new systems, and in addition what deployment options are possible. - Provides a detailed introduction to the EC-GSM-IoT, LTE-M and NB-IoT technologies - Presents network performance of the 3GPP cellular technologies, along with an analysis of the performance of non-cellular alternatives operating in unlicensed spectrum - Includes prediction of true performance levels using state-of-the-art simulation models developed in the 3GPP standardization process

Download or read book Plant Intelligent Automation and Digital Transformation Volume II written by Swapan Basu and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-08-11 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant Intelligent Automation and Digital Transformation: Volume II: Control and Monitoring Hardware and Software is an expansive four volume collection that reviews every major aspect of the intelligent automation and digital transformation of power, process and manufacturing plants, including specific control and automation systems pertinent to various power process plants using manufacturing and factory automation systems. The book reviews the key role of management Information systems (MIS), HMI and alarm systems in plant automation in systemic digitalization, covering hardware and software implementations for embedded microcontrollers, FPGA and operator and engineering stations. Chapters address plant lifecycle considerations, inclusive of plant hazards and risk analysis. Finally, the book discusses industry 4.0 factory automation as a component of digitalization strategies as well as digital transformation of power plants, process plants and manufacturing industries. - Reviews supervisory control and data acquisitions (SCADA) systems for real-time plant data analysis - Provides practitioner perspectives on operational implementation, including human machine interface, operator workstation and engineering workstations - Covers alarm and alarm management systems, including lifecycle considerations - Fully covers risk analysis and assessment, including safety lifecycle and relevant safety instrumentation

Download or read book Internet of Things IoT Applications for Enterprise Productivity written by Koç, Erdinç and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-03-13 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Development in information and communication technologies has led to the advancement of business and enabled enterprises to produce on a global scale. Productivity is a key function in maintaining a competitive advantage in today’s market. The internet of things has rapidly become prevalent in the productivity efforts of businesses. Understanding these technologies and how to implement them into current business practices is vital for researchers and practitioners. Internet of Things (IoT) Applications for Enterprise Productivity is a collection of innovative research on the advancing methods productivity efforts of business through the implementation of the internet of things. While highlighting topics including employee motivation, enterprise productivity, and supply chain tracking, this book is ideally designed for manufacturing professionals, industrialists, engineers, managers, practitioners, academicians, and students seeking current research on enterprise production systems and its transformation using internet of things technologies.

Download or read book Digitising the Industry Internet of Things Connecting the Physical Digital and Virtual Worlds written by Peter Friess and published by River Publishers. This book was released on 2016-07-07 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of the current Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, ranging from the research, innovation and development priorities to enabling technologies in a global context. A successful deployment of IoT technologies requires integration on all layers, be it cognitive and semantic aspects, middleware components, services, edge devices/machines and infrastructures. It is intended to be a standalone book in a series that covers the Internet of Things activities of the IERC - Internet of Things European Research Cluster from research to technological innovation, validation and deployment. The book builds on the ideas put forward by the European Research Cluster and the IoT European Platform Initiative (IoT-EPI) and presents global views and state of the art results on the challenges facing the research, innovation, development and deployment of IoT in the next years. The IoT is bridging the physical world with virtual world and requires sound information processing capabilities for the "digital shadows" of these real things. The research and innovation in nanoelectronics, semiconductor, sensors/actuators, communication, analytics technologies, cyber-physical systems, software, swarm intelligent and deep learning systems are essential for the successful deployment of IoT applications. The emergence of IoT platforms with multiple functionalities enables rapid development and lower costs by offering standardised components that can be shared across multiple solutions in many industry verticals. The IoT applications will gradually move from vertical, single purpose solutions to multi-purpose and collaborative applications interacting across industry verticals, organisations and people, being one of the essential paradigms of the digital economy. Many of those applications still have to be identified and involvement of end-users including the creative sector in this innovation is crucial. The IoT applications and deployments as integrated building blocks of the new digital economy are part of the accompanying IoT policy framework to address issues of horizontal nature and common interest (i.e. privacy, end-to-end security, user acceptance, societal, ethical aspects and legal issues) for providing trusted IoT solutions in a coordinated and consolidated manner across the IoT activities and pilots. In this, context IoT ecosystems offer solutions beyond a platform and solve important technical challenges in the different verticals and across verticals. These IoT technology ecosystems are instrumental for the deployment of large pilots and can easily be connected to or build upon the core IoT solutions for different applications in order to expand the system of use and allow new and even unanticipated IoT end uses. Technical topics discussed in the book include: IntroductionDigitising industry and IoT as key enabler in the new era of Digital EconomyIoT Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda IoT in the digital industrial context: Digital Single MarketIntegration of heterogeneous systems and bridging the virtual, digital and physical worldsFederated IoT platforms and interoperabilityEvolution from intelligent devices to connected systems of systems by adding new layers of cognitive behaviour, artificial intelligence and user interfaces. Innovation through IoT ecosystemsTrust-based IoT end-to-end security, privacy framework User acceptance, societal, ethical aspects and legal issuesInternet of Things Applications

Download or read book 5G Wireless Communication System in Healthcare Informatics written by Manoj Gupta and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-05-09 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text discusses problems and needs with the implementation of a 5G mobile communications system in the healthcare sector. It covers the issues related to advanced modulation schemes, telehealth, and remote diagnosis. It discusses important topics including virtual healthcare monitoring, spectrum sensing techniques, the role of 5G in medical applications, the role of nano- communication in healthcare informatics, and remote diagnosis. The text will be useful for graduate students, academic researchers, and professionals in the fields of electrical, and electronics and communication engineering, and allied healthcare. This book: Discusses novel architecture to manage the allocation of resources, and the interference issue among existing and advanced radios Provides focus to estimate the performance, cost and accommodation of the next generation technology design for the IoT, modern health- care, and education Covers advanced technologies and their role in healthcare Discusses key topics including spectrum access, advanced waveforms, which can help in standardization of 5G based smart hospital Explores the impact of telemedicine in smart healthcare This reference text covers the latest advances in the field of 5G mobile communication for healthcare informatics, addressing both original algorithm development and new applications of 5G mobile Communications.

Download or read book OECD Reviews of Digital Transformation Going Digital in Latvia written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-10 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Going Digital in Latvia analyses recent developments in Latvia’s digital economy, reviews policies related to digitalisation and make recommendations to increase policy coherence in this area, based on the OECD Going Digital Integrated Policy Framework.

Download or read book Internet of Things and Sensors Networks in 5G Wireless Communications written by Lei Zhang and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2020-01-24 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Internet of Things (IoT) has attracted much attention from society, industry and academia as a promising technology that can enhance day to day activities, and the creation of new business models, products and services, and serve as a broad source of research topics and ideas. A future digital society is envisioned, composed of numerous wireless connected sensors and devices. Driven by huge demand, the massive IoT (mIoT) or massive machine type communication (mMTC) has been identified as one of the three main communication scenarios for 5G. In addition to connectivity, computing and storage and data management are also long-standing issues for low-cost devices and sensors. The book is a collection of outstanding technical research and industrial papers covering new research results, with a wide range of features within the 5G-and-beyond framework. It provides a range of discussions of the major research challenges and achievements within this topic.