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Kevin AshtonInventor of the concept and term Internet of Things (IoT)
Date of Birth: 01.01.1968
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Kevin Ashton: Pioneer of the Internet of Things
- Coining the Term "Internet of Things"
- Auto-ID Center and RFID Standards
- Entrepreneurship and Technology Development
- Authorship and Recognition
- Legacy
Kevin Ashton: Pioneer of the Internet of Things
Early Life and EducationKevin Ashton was born in Birmingham, England, in 1968. He taught Scandinavian studies at University College London from 1990 to 1994.
Coining the Term "Internet of Things"
In 1997, while working at Procter & Gamble, Ashton became fascinated with using RFID technology to manage the company's supply chain. This led him to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he helped establish the Auto-ID Center, a research consortium focused on creating a global standard system for RFID and other sensors.
Ashton coined the term "Internet of Things" in a 1999 presentation to describe a system where the Internet connects with the physical world through ubiquitous sensors.
Auto-ID Center and RFID Standards
As Executive Director of the Auto-ID Center, Ashton led the development of a global system of open standards for RFID. The Center's research and advocacy efforts contributed to widespread adoption of RFID technology.
Entrepreneurship and Technology Development
After leaving the Auto-ID Center, Ashton became a high-tech entrepreneur. He founded and led several start-ups, including ThingMagic, EnerNOC, and Zensi, an energy-sensing company acquired by Belkin International. He also played a key role in the development of the Belkin Wemo home automation system.
Authorship and Recognition
Ashton is a respected author and public speaker. His book "How to Fly a Horse: The Secret History of Creation, Invention, and Discovery" was published in 2015 and won the "Best Business Book" award from 1-800-CEO-READ in 2016.
Legacy
Kevin Ashton's pioneering work in the Internet of Things has laid the foundation for a transformative technology that is revolutionizing industries and everyday life. His contributions to RFID standards and his vision for a connected world have made him an influential figure in the field of technology.
