In this episode, we unpack the many layers of a true industrial-IoT (IIoT) platform — from sensors and edge computing, through gateways and data lakes, up to analytics and business value. I draw on real experiments and projects to show what each layer brings, where things get messy (e.g., mixed protocols, data context, latency), and the gaps that often surprise teams. Whether you're working on plant connectivity, streaming data from the shop floor, or linking to enterprise systems — this talk brings a clear view of “how it all fits together” (with a few honest mistakes along the way). For more in-depth stories and insights, visit iiotblog.com.