Every day it seems like there is some sort of progression in the Internet of Things (IoT) world. The number of connected devices is continuing to grow at an exponential rate. In fact, Gartner, Inc. predicts that there will be 20.8 billion connected things by 2020. Businesses are recognizing IoT’s potential and are constantly looking for ways to utilize these 
devices to improve efficiencies in operations to generate cost savings. But with the rapid progression, it can be hard to understand the full potential of technology and keep on top of the latest trends. So in order to help those who are actively seeking the best solutions, here is a look at the three biggest trends that are expected to play a central role in 2017 and how they will have an effect on applications in the years to come. Read more: