SAP's Leonardo IoT Platform Incorporates Machine Learning, Analyt

Enterprise software giant SAP is positioning its Leonardo Innovation Platform to be an Internet of Things (IoT) powerhouse on par with rivals like GE's Predix, IBM's Watson, and Siemens' Mindsphere. SAP's Leonardo IoT platform is a collection of software and services that embrace technologies like big data, analytics, blockchain, and machine learning. Leonardo resides in the microservices layer and offers an open API. The company refers to Leonardo as a digital innovation system and markets it to customers as a way to evolve their business and take advantage of automation. Leonardo will provide edge connectivity and will work with all types of connectivity protocols including cellular, WiFi, and even low-power options like Bluetooth.