Of all the ways IoT (Internet of Things) technologies promise to change lives and businesses in the next century, the idea that any and all machines could obtain human-esque intelligence through AI (artificial intelligence) is among the most exciting. No longer the realm of science fiction, AI powers many everyday processes and increasingly common devices and services--from Netflix's personalized content recommendations to smart speakers with voice-activated personal assistants. In 2019, innovative minds and companies will continue to push the envelope, enabling new and/or more advanced applications of AI in business and consumer realms. Drust, a French automotive-technology company founded in 2014, is one example of how a group of innovators can help drive AI-enabled solutions forward--pun intended. Drust designs, develops, and markets software and AI solutions that aim to enhance the value of data from connected vehicles.

From fields and streams to offices, factories, hospitals and transportation systems, organizations are using internet of things (IoT) sensors to collect massive amounts of data in order to improve operations and increase sustainability. Analyzing this information reveals patterns that can nip maintenance problems in the bud and lead to better decisions about resource allocation. Systems become smarter, using artificial intelligence to make speedy decisions without human intervention. The infrastructure that will unleash the IoT revolution will be powered by 5G technology. Without it, networks wouldn't have anywhere near the capacity to handle the estimated 125 billion devices that will connect to the internet by 2030.