Internet of Things
A connected infrastructure term linked to sensors, digital systems, mobility, automation or asset intelligence.
Internet of Things Explained
Internet of Things is a key term within smart infrastructure, where it is used across construction, infrastructure, transport and industrial project delivery. In practical terms, it helps describe how work is planned, specified, delivered, measured or maintained on real sites and assets. Understanding internet of things is useful because the same language is often shared by contractors, designers, suppliers, asset owners, public authorities and investors.
Within Highways.Today’s Dictionary, internet of things should be read as part of the wider vocabulary of connected assets, sensors, intelligent mobility, automation and digitally enabled infrastructure operations. It may appear in technical specifications, tender documents, project reports, equipment guides, safety plans, design models, maintenance schedules or news articles. Exact requirements can vary by country, project type, contract form, standard and manufacturer, so readers should always check the relevant local guidance, drawings, regulations and professional advice before relying on the term for design, procurement or operational decisions.
Articles Featuring Internet of Things
Printed Microelectronics for Smart Infrastructure
11th March 2026
Printed Microelectronics for Smart Infrastructure The idea of printing electronic devices might sound like science fiction. Yet researchers are steadily…
UK keen on gigabit broadband but not Internet of Things
30th July 2021
UK keen on gigabit broadband but not Internet of Things A total of 363 smart cities information and communications technology…
Waylay Digital Twin technology revolutionises Industrial IoT
3rd December 2020
Waylay Digital Twin technology revolutionises Industrial IoT IoT automation and analytics software company Waylay has announced its new industry first…
Vodafone UK expands services to remove barriers to IoT adoption
25th November 2020
Vodafone UK expands services to remove barriers to IoT adoption Vodafone UK is launching a new range of IoT services…
MIT’s MCUNet brings deep learning to IoT Internet of Things devices
18th November 2020
MIT’s MCUNet brings deep learning to IoT Internet of Things devices Deep learning is everywhere. This branch of artificial intelligence…
Demystifying the Internet of Things
12th October 2020
Demystifying the Internet of Things IoT has been hailed as a global infrastructure for the information society with profound impacts…
87 percent of businesses say IoT is vital for future success
2nd October 2020
87 percent of businesses say IoT is vital for future success Vodafone Business today launches its 2020 IoT Spotlight report,…
The emerging Cyber Security landscape of Connected Cars
3rd April 2020
The emerging Cyber Security landscape of Connected Cars Within the next four years, over 70% of all cars sold worldwide…
Editorial Note
The Highways.Today Dictionary is maintained as an editorial reference resource for construction, infrastructure, transport and industrial technology professionals. Definitions are intended to support understanding, discovery and research, and may be expanded over time as the Dictionary evolves into a broader illustrated industry reference.