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IoT Inc
Bruce Sinclair
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"IoT Inc." transforms businesses from selling products to delivering outcomes. Endorsed by Schneider Electric's CTO and NYC's tech chief, Sinclair's 2017 bestseller reveals how companies win in the Internet of Things economy. What if your biggest competitive advantage is hiding in connected devices?

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The Digital Revolution That's Redefining Business

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Imagine waking up tomorrow to discover your refrigerator has not only ordered your groceries but also scheduled your car for maintenance based on a diagnostic it received overnight. This isn't science fiction-it's the emerging reality of the Internet of Things (IoT). In "IoT Inc.," Bruce Sinclair reveals why IoT represents the most profound technological shift since the internet itself. Unlike previous digital transformations, IoT bridges the physical and digital worlds, creating an entirely new economic paradigm-the Outcome Economy. This isn't merely about connecting gadgets to the internet; it's about fundamentally reimagining how businesses create and deliver value. As industries from healthcare to agriculture undergo radical transformation, companies face a stark choice: embrace IoT's potential or risk obsolescence. The stakes couldn't be higher-those who understand this transition will shape the future, while those who ignore it may not have a future at all.

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Beyond Smart Gadgets: The True Power of IoT

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Four Pathways to IoT Value Creation

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The Business Model Revolution

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The Transformed Customer Relationship

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Preparing Your Organization for IoT Success

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Seizing the IoT Future

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