Cross Platform Application for IoT Devices for Retail Industry
During the last decade, the Internet of Things (IoT) has been increasingly adopted across several industries including retail and healthcare.
At a Glance
However, building an application that works parallel to IoT devices by bidirectionally communicating in real-time is a challenging task due to the involved challenges around interoperability and compatibility between hardware and software parts.
In this case study, we will explore how Azilen Technologies engineered an IoT-enabled app catering to the retail industry while solving pressing business, operational and technological challenges.
Key Highlights
Scalable Technology
Detail Data Analysis
Real-time Data Access
Real time Tracking and analytics
Streamline Reporting
No Technical Intervention
Challenges
- Real-time data gathering
- Team Azilen did not have access to the actual IoT device.
- Geographical location limitations.
- End-to-end user access.
About Client
The client is a Swiss company producing IoT devices for retail industry.
RETAIL
Industry
IOT
Domain
SWIZTERLAND
Location
How we helped?
The client was in need of a technology solution that enables the end user to access the real-time data from the Footfall Sensing System without any technical interventions.
The Solution
- After adequate brainstorming, team Azilen suggested developing a cross-platform mobile app using React Native.
- Team Azilen designed and developed the app to configure Wifi interface using the Bluetooth medium of the IOT device.
- The solution helped the user to establish the bridge between the IoT device and the Server simply by using a mobile application without any technical interventions. Hence, the user can access the real-time data of the IoT device through the provided interface.
- React Native is still a young technology, hence, enough research efforts were kept to explore and integrate the Plugin compatible with both React Native and interaction with Bluetooth-related frameworks.
- There was no access to an actual IoT device, therefore, team Azilen created a Mac Bluetooth Simulator App for ideal and effective testing of Mobile Applications.
The retail industry is constantly evolving, and businesses are always looking for new ways to improve their operations and customer experience.
IoT (Internet of Things) is one technology that is revolutionizing the retail industry, and cross-platform applications are playing a key role in this transformation.
A cross-platform application is a mobile app that can be developed and deployed on multiple platforms, such as iOS, Android, and Windows. This makes it easy for retailers to reach a wider audience with their IoT applications.
