How IoT is creating an impact on App development process?

“Today IoT is the name (Internet of Things) that is renowned all across the world and needs no introduction. More and more people are realizing its significance and its ability to enhance our day-to-day lives. So much so, that these days most of the corporate’s firms are keen on cashing its prominence and capability of doing the impossible.”

However, despite the accolades coming its way, there is a quarter of audience in the mobile app development arena, who still refrain from incorporating it into their procedure of app development. Call it lack of knowledge or the fear of adapting to the new, but this is present out there. So, this blog will be enlightening you regarding:

The role played by IoT in the app development process &

How does the integration of IoT help in making a mark in the app development?

IoT & Mobile apps go hand-in-hand

Yes, this statement is as true as it can be! In fact, there are several app developers who are in affirmation regarding the positive transformation that IoT has brought to the mobile app development. In fact, it is for the eyes to see, as a number of mobile apps which are developed nowadays are way more streamlined and functional when compared to the apps created earlier. Owing to the integration of IoT, these apps enable the users to connect seamlessly to the world simply via smartphones and tablets.

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

To make it simple to understand, IoT (Internet of Things) is a concept where a device is connected with the other devices, like smart TVs, smartphones, washing machines, coffeemakers, and the list can be endless. All of this can be done just with a switch to each other & the internet.

In fact, IoT has tremendously changed the concept of mobile applications and today the apps are developed in a manner that they can do a lot and offer a lot more than they did earlier. This is the reason why it has great benefits to make the switch from traditional software development is shifting to IoT-integrated mobile app development.

How IoT makes a difference to the Mobile App Development?

With IoT flourishing with each passing day, the concept of smart homes and smart cities is also becoming more and more prominent. In the scenario of IoT, the mobile devices serve as the main interface that helps in interacting with the IoT enabled smart devices. Like, the smartphones that are used nowadays, are already powered with apps and sensors that offer great information about the users.

Apart from this, smartphones can trace several other things, such as the orientation of the device, the condition of light, electricity, and a lot of other things. As these mobile devices have a variety of features in the form of NFC, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, so these help the mobile devices in the community to the other devices and sensors.

Below, we have discussed ways on which IoT has impact mobile app development:

· Futuristic Approach

· Demands Specialisation

· App security must be given required importance

· Change of focus

· It has made lives a lot easier

· Efficiency

· It is cost-effective

· Offers valuable insights

· Interactive

· Stay ahead of the race

What are the benefits of IoT focused mobile applications?

Well, there are endless benefits of IoT focused applications as well as they are able to serve many business objectives. Below we have discussed the benefits that are offered by the IoT-enabled apps:

a)     Enhanced Flexibility: With mobile apps, one get flexible accessibility. Like for limited purposes, one can utilize the offline feature for times when internet connectivity was poor. Also, one can easily access the mobile app via smartphone at any time of the day and from any part of the world to monitor & control connected devices.

b)     Promotion of Brands: With IoT apps, business promotions become more effective as it enables you to convince your target audience to purchase your products & services.  Also, an IoT enabled mobile app allows customers to easily use products or devices. This way, it can assist in  brand promotion and persuade more people.

c)     Integrates Social Media: Integrated with social networking, the IoT apps allow staying in touch with the people and employees at once. This way, regardless of the location & time, one can stay in touch with the business’ stakeholders and customers.

d)     Real-time Notifications: Besides controlling the IoT devices, these mobile apps also come with other features like device-based functionalities, and real-time notification facility (for sending real-time updates to users on the IoT network. Like, you will be notified about switching off electronic appliances post your office hours.

e)     Offers Convenience: The main reason why mobile apps remain more convenient for us to use is that when compared to laptops, we tend to use smartphones more often. For tracking and managing at the same time IoT network, mobile apps are a lot more useful as compared to the websites.

         f)      Location Independence: With the help of smart devices, IoT integrated devices can be easily controlled from anywhere. So, even when you are at a faraway location, say at   your workplace, but you will still be able to control the IoT network with the help of IoT mobile applications. This way, one gets rid of the dependence of the location.

 

 

 

Conclusion :

 

Our team are a group of industry professionals with decades of experience in delivering high-tech solutions to a range of different markets. We pride ourselves on our knowledge base and have a strong focus on high quality service.

‍Without doubt we see customer success as our main priority and that's what drives our team, so it makes IoTDL a great choice for helping you navigate your digital transformation. Please visit at www.75way.com to meet the team and the partners we work with tightly.