When should IoT Edge be utilized?

Utilizing IoT Edge is particularly beneficial when local processing and management of IoT workloads are needed, especially in environments where connectivity is not always reliable. This solution allows for data processing and analytics to occur directly on the Edge devices, thus reducing latency and ensuring that critical operations can continue even when the devices are disconnected from the cloud.

In scenarios where intermittent internet connectivity is a concern, IoT Edge enables the application to maintain functionality locally, ensuring that data can be processed, analyzed, and acted upon in real time without needing a constant connection to a central cloud service. This capability is crucial for applications in remote locations, industrial settings, or any situation where network availability may fluctuate.

Using IoT Edge in this way supports scenarios such as real-time decision-making, responsiveness to local conditions, enhanced data privacy, and reduced bandwidth consumption, as only essential information might be sent to the cloud when connections are available.