According to the report, “Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) networks and device connectivity are among the most important leading trends in technology, particularly in industrial settings such as the energy and utilities sector.”
“As more devices and assets are deployed, IoT platforms and applications are becoming essential in the energy sector” said John Villali, senior research director for IDC Energy Insights. “We believe IoT will transform the energy industry by enabling real-time monitoring and preventative, predictive, and prescriptive maintenance, which can lead to substantial improvements in operational performance.”
The report noted that “Hitachi Energy has a diverse portfolio of digital technologies and automation capabilities that can span a wide range of offerings in the energy sector, including products and services that support power grid automation, electrification, and renewable energy integration, to name a few that align well with the company's IoT strategy.”
Hitachi Energy's software and services portfolio utilises real-time data from assets such as transformers, switchgear, battery energy storage solutions, and EV chargers to equip organisations with effective and informed decisions about those assets. Hitachi Energy's IIoT solutions provide connectivity that enables a range of digitally enabled services, including field service and asset health management or remote monitoring of battery energy storage systems. These services help deliver insights that support operations to ensure grid resilience and reliability.
“Hitachi Energy is an innovative technology provider with a well-rounded IoT strategy sitting within a broad portfolio of digital products” added Mr Villali. “The company's presence in the energy sector is respected by customers that look to Hitachi to innovate with technologies to navigate the ever-changing energy industry landscape.”
The IDC MarketScape study evaluated six vendors in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms and applications for energy in 2025. Using the IDC MarketScape methodology, the report assessed vendors based on their capabilities and strategies, providing insights into their strengths, challenges, and suitability for various energy sector applications.
“Digitalisation in the energy sector is transforming how we power the world, and IoT is one of the most important advancements fueling it” said David Goddard, Chief Digital Officer, Hitachi Energy. “This is also why Hitachi’s Service and Digital strategy puts IoT technology at the core, with IoT solutions embedded into our digitally enabled services ecosystem, HMAX Energy. We've been partnering with our utility customers for years on IoT-enabled solutions supporting their digital transformation initiatives. We're pleased to be recognized by one of the world's leading IT analysts as one of the most prominent technology providers in this area.”
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