The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing industries by enabling real-time data collection, automation, and intelligent decision-making across connected devices. SAP Leonardo, SAP’s digital innovation platform, integrates powerful IoT services that empower enterprises to build scalable, secure, and intelligent IoT applications. This article explores how SAP Leonardo’s IoT capabilities facilitate the development of scalable applications that transform business operations and create new value.
SAP Leonardo IoT combines connectivity, device management, data processing, and analytics within the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP). It supports rapid application development through pre-built microservices, APIs, and integration with SAP’s core business systems like SAP S/4HANA.
Key features include:
Start by identifying a clear business use case such as predictive maintenance, asset tracking, or smart building management. Define the IoT architecture including sensors, gateways, cloud components, and integration points with SAP ERP or S/4HANA.
Use SAP Leonardo IoT Device Management to securely onboard devices, configure device protocols, and maintain device firmware updates. This ensures a robust foundation for scalable device fleets.
SAP Leonardo IoT supports multiple communication protocols like MQTT and HTTP. Data from connected devices streams into SAP Cloud Platform where it is ingested via IoT services, enabling real-time visibility.
Leverage SAP Event Mesh and SAP Data Intelligence to route, filter, and enrich IoT data streams. This processing layer allows the aggregation of sensor data with enterprise context (e.g., asset master data) for better insights.
Integrate SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Leonardo Machine Learning Foundation to analyze data, detect anomalies, and generate predictive models. Embedding analytics within the IoT application adds intelligence to operational processes.
Build application logic using microservices architecture on SAP BTP. Use SAP Cloud SDK and APIs to create modular, reusable components that can scale horizontally as data volume and device count grow.
Develop dashboards and mobile applications with SAP Fiori or SAP Analytics Cloud to deliver actionable insights to business users. Integrate with SAP workflows to automate actions such as maintenance alerts or inventory restocking.
SAP Leonardo’s IoT services provide a robust, scalable platform for developing intelligent IoT applications that enhance operational efficiency and create new business value. By leveraging SAP’s cloud-native infrastructure, advanced analytics, and seamless integration capabilities, enterprises can build solutions that not only connect devices but also unlock actionable insights at scale. As IoT continues to shape the future of business, SAP Leonardo stands out as a trusted partner for innovation and growth.