The Enterprise Ireland Applied IoT Cluster brings together the combined expertise and capabilities of six Technology Gateways to support companies in the design, development and deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Working across the full IoT technology stack from connected devices through to business decision-making, the cluster provides industry with access to world-class research, development and innovation (RD&I) services.
By combining specialist knowledge, infrastructure and facilities across the Technology Gateway Network, the Applied IoT Cluster supports companies nationwide with near-to-market innovation, technical problem-solving and application development. The cluster has extensive experience working with SMEs, multinationals and public sector organisations, helping to de-risk innovation and accelerate the journey from concept to commercial impact.
Central to this offering is a multidisciplinary team of over 100 research engineers and technologists, with expertise spanning hardware, software, communications, data analytics and applied AI.
1.Things
At the foundation of the IoT stack are the physical “things” that generate data. The Applied IoT Cluster supports the selection, testing and integration of off-the-shelf sensors, devices and industrial equipment, as well as the design and development of bespoke sensing solutions where required. This includes work across environmental monitoring, industrial systems, healthcare, agri-tech and smart infrastructure.
2.Connectivity / Edge Computing
Choosing the right connectivity approach is critical to system performance and scalability. Experts across the cluster provide guidance on communications technologies and architectures, including low-power networks, machine-to-machine communication, wireless technologies and edge computing. Solutions are tailored to application requirements such as latency, power consumption, data volume and operating environment.
3. Cloud Infrastructure
The Applied IoT Cluster supports organisations in designing and implementing cloud infrastructures that are secure, scalable and future proof. This includes selecting appropriate public, private or hybrid cloud environments and integrating managed services to support device management, data ingestion and system orchestration.
4. Data Storage
IoT systems generate large volumes of structured and unstructured data. The cluster assists companies in architecting data storage solutions capable of securely capturing, storing and managing this data at scale, while ensuring accessibility and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
5. Data Analytics
Turning IoT data into value is a key challenge for industry. The cluster’s data analytics specialists support organisations in extracting insights through data mining, visualisation, reporting and machine learning. This enables performance monitoring, optimisation, prediction and informed decision-making based on real-world data.
6. Applications
Custom applications play a vital role in presenting insights and enabling interaction with IoT systems. The Applied IoT Cluster has extensive experience in developing tailored software applications that leverage analysed IoT data to support operational workflows, new services and enhanced user experiences.
7. People and Business Processes
At the top of the stack, IoT delivers value by enabling better decisions and improved processes. The cluster works with organisations to integrate IoT insights into business operations, supporting intelligent decision-making, process optimisation and measurable business impact.
The Applied IoT Cluster is available to engage with companies exploring current or future IoT-based applications, offering collaborative, industry-focused support across all layers of the IoT technology stack.
For more information on the Applied IoT Cluster and how to engage with the Technology Gateway Network, visit the cluster webpage or connect on LinkedIn .