Thanks to the Internet of Things, devices are now commonly connected with each other and with the Internet to automate processes and routines. All connected devices produce data and information which can be useful for users and organizations. This data not only provides insight into current usage or processes but can also be used to make predictions about future usage.
Different data streams can be compared with each other in order to recognize patterns. applications are readily found in manufacturing, retail, medical and healthcare, transportation, home and building automation, agriculture, energy management, and environmental monitoring.
