The Internet of Things Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Challenges and Opportunities

This book explores the Internet of Things (IoT) and its potential to transform socio-economic activities. It discusses the promises and complexities of the IoT, the patenting activity of leading companies, the challenges faced by the growth of 'unicorns' in Europe, and a methodology for determining when investments in IoT should occur. It also explores the regulatory and governance structures associated with the IoT and identifies opportunities and challenges.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative technology with the potential to positively impact a wide range of socio-economic activities. This comprehensive book delves into the impact of IoT, beginning with a chapter that highlights its promises and complexities. Subsequent chapters delve deeper into these aspects, exploring the patenting activity of leading companies, the challenges faced by the growth of 'unicorns' in Europe, a methodology for determining when investments in IoT should occur, and the implications of data generated by IoT on marketing-related decisions. The sixth chapter examines the regulatory and governance structures associated with IoT, while the final chapter identifies the opportunities and challenges posed by the IoT and proposes strategies for addressing them.

This book is of immense value to academics, researchers, and professionals engaged in the fields of disruptive technology, innovation management, and technological change. It provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the IoT's potential and challenges, offering valuable insights for those seeking to understand and navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

Weight: 221g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030473662
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020