
IT decision-makers mistrust the cloud
According to a survey commissioned by Intel Security, many German IT decision-makers distrust the cloud. Is this due to data protection, fear of data loss or loyalty to providers?
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According to a survey commissioned by Intel Security, many German IT decision-makers distrust the cloud. Is this due to data protection, fear of data loss or loyalty to providers?

Deutsche Telekom is establishing its own security division and bundling all corresponding activities there. One of the first activities of this division is the cloud solution 'Internet Protect Pro', which is offered in cooperation with the US manufacturer Zscaler.

The Chinese Huawei Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Kuka at Cebit. The aim: to develop 'smart manufacturing solutions' for industrial markets in Europe and China.
Bosch is launching a cloud for internet-based services to implement applications in the areas of connected mobility, connected industry and connected buildings. The central software core of the cloud is the company's own IoT Suite.

Siemens is expanding its offering for the 'Digital Enterprise' - the end-to-end digital company. At Hannover Messe 2016, the company will be showcasing innovations in power distribution, automation and drive technology as well as industrial software.

The Siemens Building Technologies Division and IBM have announced cloud-based solutions to maximize the potential of connected buildings and the data they generate.

Hardware is essential for Industry 4.0 components. But the real challenge lies in the software. SSV Software Systems has taken on both.

Avnet Memec - Silica is presenting the 'Visible Things' reference platform at embedded world 2016. The complete hardware/software package connects sensors directly to the cloud.

From 14 to 18 March, Cebit, the world's most important trade fair in terms of digitalization, kicks off in Hanover. Topics such as IoT, cloud and Industry 4.0 will play an important role.
In September, the specifications for VHPready 4.0 were approved - an M2M standard for implementing efficient virtual power plants. The latest version is intended to implement the smart grid and meet the IT security requirements of the various grid operators.