Abstract

This IDC Perspective is the first of a series of documents examining the impact of connectivity and faster networks on the development and commercialization of use cases in today's hyperconnected smart industries. This document takes a deeper look at the current state of smart agriculture and how 5G will enable use cases that drive agility, revenue, operational efficiency, and improved environmental or welfare outcomes.

"Keeping data in motion is the central principle of the future of connectedness and is a critical requirement for any smart industry," commented Paul Hughes, research director and agenda lead for IDC's Future of Connectedness research. "5G will play a significant role in bringing greater levels of automation, data analysis, and operational efficiency to different segments of the agriculture industry, at a time when output and performance demands must improve if the industry is to support the needs of an ever-growing population."

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