EN 
DE Many technological success stories are based on the evolutionary principle of emergent properties. This states that by networking units into a system, this system generates new properties and capabilities that did not previously exist and were possibly unpredictable.
This can lead to profound changes in the environment for everyone who interacts directly or indirectly with this system. The Internet of Things appears to be having such an impact. It can transform products, industries, and economies. It influences the relationship between customers and suppliers, the availability of goods and services. It can have an impact on social systems and ecosystems—indeed, on almost everything. This presents both opportunities and risks.
Industry 4.0 is revolutionizing value creation.
Industry 4.0 is a relatively tangible dimension that has emerged from the development towards the Internet of Things (IoT). Its impact on industrial production is of paramount economic importance and will affect both production processes and the products themselves. Equally affected are the organization of companies, their logistics, and distribution. Ultimately, Industry 4.0 impacts everyone involved in the value chain of an industrially manufactured and distributed product.
Flexibility is key.
Since we don't know what new opportunities and risks will arise in this system, the flexibility of companies at all levels plays a crucial role. At the management level, for example, strategic flexibility and openness to new business models and partnerships are required. In projects, agile adaptation to new requirements and conditions is becoming increasingly important.
In engineering, it is important to design flexible system and software architectures and to increasingly understand the development process as a learning and change process.
As a training provider specializing in embedded software engineering, we are particularly concerned about the situation of development and project teams. What could IoT mean for them?
The flexibility of software is determined on the one hand by its architecture and on the other hand by the type and quality of its implementation (internal quality). Object-oriented programming, modeling, design patterns, as well as programming principles like clean code and standards like MISRA are gaining even more importance in this context than they already should. With increasing complexity and the simultaneous pressure to innovate, it is becoming ever more crucial to think at the level of architectures, platforms, systems, and technological ecosystems.
Learning by doing, but…
Anyone who wants to keep pace with this dynamic cannot afford to learn programming languages, methods, architectural design, project management, and the development environment through trial and error. Especially since many design flaws, poor internal quality, or unused but useful functions of microcontrollers and tools are often only discovered when it's too late, or when changes have to be made at a high additional cost or with significant time losses.
It's crucial that we familiarize ourselves with our toolbox of methods, tools, and process design options before we start building embedded systems, because that's what it boils down to without a solid knowledge base. While training or other professional project support won't turn a beginner into a professional, it will create someone who knows what's important and how to achieve true professionalism.
Flexibility arises primarily from professionalism. It ensures that we can better assess risks and seize opportunities correctly – or at least learn very quickly.
Expertise – Internet of Things (IoT):
Trend Guide: IoT – Internet of Things
In this trend guide, we have attempted to outline the scope of the Internet of Things (IoT) and to define precisely what IoT means for those who develop embedded software. From our perspective, this trend guide represents a balancing act that everyone who ventures into this field, or simply stumbles into it, must perform: thinking in new dimensions while simultaneously maintaining a firm grasp of reality. Ultimately, we are all searching for the answer to the one crucial question: How do we discover and leverage our specific opportunities within the seemingly endless universe of IoT?
Reading sample: Trend Guide IoT – Internet of Things
Secure IoT smart grids through modular hardware security
In a highly interconnected world, it is advisable to effectively protect applications against cyberattacks. This requires optimal encryption of data and communication channels. However, the cryptographic algorithms used in software do not always reliably protect devices directly exposed to attacks. A turnkey solution offers a potential way to better protect information.
Article: Secure IoT smart grids through modular hardware security
Presentation: IoT Security Check – Detecting Threats in Time
The increasing connectivity of microdevices presents not only opportunities but also risks. This presentation demonstrates how these risks can be identified through threat analysis and how such analysis is typically conducted. Common attack scenarios and typical countermeasures are illustrated using a typical IoT system architecture.
Download the IoT Security Check presentation as a PDF.
Download the IoT Security checklist as a PDF.
IoT security: "The biggest risk is the human element"
The Internet of Things (IoT) is multiplying the risks of hacking attacks, as every network-connected device is a potential entry point. Peter Siwon, Business Development Manager at MicroConsult, and Michael Schnelle, Consultant at Mixed Mode, describe the biggest risks and explain protection strategies in this interview.
Download the interview „Security in the IoT“ as a PDF.
How well prepared are you for the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things has already transformed products, industries, and economies in many areas. It influences the relationship between customers and suppliers and the availability of goods and services. It impacts social systems and ecosystems—indeed, virtually every system we know. These profound changes in the environment for everyone who interacts directly or indirectly with the Internet of Things present both opportunities and risks.
Article: How well prepared are you for the Internet of Things?
Press: Mixed Mode and MicroConsult agree to cooperate in the training sector
The conditions could not be better: Mixed Mode and MicroConsult, two Munich-based companies and established embedded specialists, are sealing their partnership in the training sector.
Press release: Cooperation IoT training
Training & Coaching – Internet of Things and Embedded Software Engineering:
Our following Training and consulting services among other things, we offer you the right know-how for the Internet of Things and future-oriented embedded software engineering:
Technologies and decision-making basis for the Internet of Things
Software architectures for embedded and real-time systems
Design patterns (not only) for embedded systems
Embedded software design and patterns with C
Requirements Engineering and Requirements Management for Embedded Systems
Embedded C: Programming methods and tools for embedded applications
Embedded C++: Object-oriented programming for microcontrollers with C++/EC++ and UML
Renesas Synergy™: Application Programming
Renesas Synergy™ Online Training
Functional safety (FuSi) of electronics and their software according to IEC 61508 and ISO 26262
Security foundations for embedded systems
Security: Secure updates and booting for modern embedded systems
Software Usability Practical Seminar: Developing User-Friendly Products
Embedded software testing: Best practices for unit/module/component testing
Training & coaching on the other topics in our portfolio can be found here. here.
Furthermore, there is the possibility to explore the topic area IoT – Internet of Things and Embedded Software Engineering also in tailor-made workshops to address. They are tailored to the specific needs of tasks, projects, teams, and roles.
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