Shah Alam, Malaysia, January 6, 2025 – Favoriot, a leading IoT platform provider, proudly announces its partnership with Cre8 IoT Sdn Bhd on December 12, 2024, an innovative company specialising in delivering Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems. This collaboration welcomes Cre8 IoT as a Favoriot Certified System Integrator and a key member of the Favoriot Global Partner Program, designed to foster IoT innovation globally.

Cre8 IoT, established on May 5, 2017, has made significant strides in developing IoT solutions that bridge communication, application, data, and analytics, enabling actionable insights for business success. Headquartered in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, with a presence in India and Singapore, Cre8 IoT has been at the forefront of creating transformative solutions such as:

• Smart Parking Systems
• SME Digitalisation Solutions
• Public and Waste Water Ecosystems
• Agriculture and Healthcare Ecosystems
• Smart Waste Collection Ecosystems
• Transport Management Systems

Favoriot recognises Cre8 IoT’s commitment to innovation, evident in its mission to embed intelligence into objects, connect them to the Internet, and process data to empower informed decision-making. The partnership further aligns with Cre8 IoT’s vision of delivering impactful equipment, solutions, and services that improve lives and communities while driving business optimisation.

Expanding the Favoriot Global Partner Network

Cre8 IoT joins Favoriot’s growing roster of partners who share the goal of revolutionising industries through IoT. As a certified System Integrator, Cre8 IoT will play a pivotal role in implementing Favoriot’s platform in diverse sectors, leveraging its hardware and IoT ecosystems expertise. This collaboration underscores the importance of partnerships in scaling IoT innovations and ensuring their seamless integration into real-world applications.

Mazlan Abbas, CEO of Favoriot, commented on the partnership: “Cre8 IoT has been a supportive and invaluable partner in providing IoT hardware solutions and as System Integrator. We are excited to welcome them into the Favoriot Global Partner Program officially. Together, we aim to expand the reach of IoT innovations and empower businesses globally.”

A Shared Commitment to IoT Excellence

The synergy between Favoriot and Cre8 IoT demonstrates how collaboration can lead to groundbreaking advancements in IoT. By combining Favoriot’s robust IoT platform capabilities with Cre8 IoT’s hardware expertise and diverse ecosystem solutions, this partnership aims to drive innovation across sectors such as smart cities, agriculture, healthcare, and more.

As part of the Favoriot Global Partner Program, Cre8 IoT will contribute to building a connected world in which IoT solutions transform industries, improve efficiency, and enhance quality of life.

Visit FAVORIOT GLOBAL PARTNER for more information about the Program and how to join this growing ecosystem.

About Favoriot Favoriot is a leading IoT platform provider that offers businesses the tools to manage, process, and derive insights from IoT data. The platform supports the seamless integration of IoT devices, enabling enterprises to deploy IoT solutions efficiently and effectively.

About Cre8 IoT Sdn Bhd Cre8 IoT specialises in developing IoT ecosystems that integrate communication, application, and analytics to drive actionable results. With a mission to create impactful solutions for communities, Cre8 IoT is a trusted provider of innovative IoT hardware and services in Malaysia and beyond.

Today, we’re going to explore a framework called the DIKIW Model. It helps us understand how raw data transforms into valuable wisdom.

The diagram here breaks this journey into five stages: Data, Information, Knowledge, Insight, and Wisdom (DIKIW). Let’s dive into each stage step by step.

1. Data

Data is at the base of the model.

• Data is like raw material — a series of random dots or unprocessed facts.
• By itself, it has no meaning. It’s just numbers, words, or measurements.
• Example: Imagine you have a list of temperatures recorded throughout the day. Without context, it doesn’t tell you much.

Data is “block oil” — it’s valuable, but only when refined.

2. Information

When meaning or relationships are applied to raw data, it becomes information.

• At this stage, we start to see patterns or groupings.
• Example: If you organise the temperature readings by time, you’ll see when it’s hottest and coolest during the day.
• Information provides context and is often visualised using charts, tables, or colour coding.

This is like colouring the dots in the diagram to highlight differences or relationships.

3. Knowledge

Knowledge comes when we make sense of the information and see connections.

• At this stage, we begin to understand why things happen.
• Example: Analysing the temperature data might reveal that it’s hottest at noon and coolest at dawn.
• Knowledge connects the dots and helps us understand patterns or causes.

This is where we start to see the bigger picture, as the diagram shows interconnected lines.

4. Insight

Insight is where things get seriously useful.

• It’s synthesising knowledge and gaining a deeper understanding of a problem.
• Example: From the temperature data, you might infer that noon is the best time for solar energy collection, while early morning is ideal for outdoor activities.
• Insights are actionable. They guide decisions and strategies.

In the diagram, the highlighted paths represent key insights that stand out from the broader connections.

5. Wisdom

At the top of the model is wisdom, the most refined stage.

• Wisdom is using insights to make informed decisions and act purposefully.
• Example: Based on your insights, you decide to schedule outdoor activities early in the morning and optimise solar panels to maximise energy collection at noon.
• Wisdom combines all the previous stages to guide strategic, long-term thinking.

In the diagram, wisdom is depicted as a clear path that guides decision-making.

Why is This Important?

• In today’s world, data is everywhere, but it’s useless unless transformed into actionable wisdom.
• The DIKW model helps us understand step-by-step how to extract value from data.

Final Thoughts

Data is the new oil, but it’s only valuable when refined into wisdom. Following the DIKW model, we can move from collecting raw data to making intelligent, informed decisions.

Let’s discuss: How can you apply this model in your work or personal life? Share an example of how you’ve turned data into actionable insights!

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Jakarta, Indonesia — Favoriot, a prominent IoT platform provider, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PT Lima Dua Satu Teknologi Indonesia on October 7, 2024, to support Indonesia’s ambitious 100 Smart Cities Movement.

This collaboration underscores their commitment to driving technological innovation and sustainable urban development in Indonesia.

Aligning with the 100 Smart Cities Movement

Indonesia’s 100 Smart Cities Movement, initiated in 2017, aims to transform 100 cities into smart, sustainable urban centres by 2045. The initiative addresses key urban challenges such as traffic congestion, inefficient waste management, and limited access to public services by integrating advanced technologies.

Favoriot’s partnership with PT Lima Dua Satu Teknologi Indonesia directly supports this vision by introducing scalable IoT solutions tailored to the unique needs of Indonesian cities.

Dr. Mazlan Abbas, CEO of Favoriot, expressed optimism about the partnership’s impact: “This collaboration with PT Lima Dua Satu Teknologi Indonesia represents a shared vision of leveraging IoT to solve urban challenges. Together, we aim to empower city administrators with real-time data and insights to make informed decisions that improve citizens’ quality of life.”

IoT Solutions for Urban Transformation

Through this partnership, Favoriot’s robust IoT platform will be deployed to address core areas identified in the smart city framework:

• Traffic Management: IoT sensors and analytics tools will monitor traffic patterns, helping city officials manage congestion and plan better transportation networks.
• Waste Management: Smart waste bins with IoT sensors will optimise waste collection routes, reducing costs and environmental impact.
• Energy Efficiency: IoT-enabled energy monitoring systems will support smart grid implementations, ensuring efficient use of energy resources.
• Public Safety: IoT devices such as smart cameras and motion sensors will enhance security and emergency response systems.

PT Lima Dua Satu Indonesia’s local expertise will facilitate the seamless implementation of these solutions, ensuring they align with each city’s specific requirements.

Supporting Smart City Initiatives in Jatinangor

The collaboration also aims to complement smart city initiatives like the development of Jatinangor in Sumedang Regency.

Favoriot’s IoT platform can support these initiatives by:

• Enhancing Connectivity: Providing IoT solutions to integrate data from different urban systems for better decision-making.
• Improving Resource Management: Offering tools to optimise the use of energy, water, and waste management in growing urban areas like Jatinangor.
• Encouraging Collaborative Efforts: Bridging government and private sector cooperation to accelerate the realisation of smart city goals.

With PT Lima Dua Satu Indonesia’s local knowledge and Favoriot’s technological expertise, this partnership can strengthen the foundation of smart city projects in smaller yet strategic areas like Jatinangor, further contributing to the nationwide 100 Smart Cities Movement.

Supporting Indonesia’s Digital Transformation Goals

The MOU aligns with the broader goals of “Making Indonesia 4.0,” a national roadmap that prioritises digital transformation as a key driver of economic growth.

The partnership also aims to build a skilled workforce capable of managing and innovating within the IoT ecosystem by providing training programs and workshops.

This collaborative effort will foster a vibrant digital economy while addressing urbanisation challenges.

Accelerating Smart City Adoption

One of the critical success factors for the 100 Smart Cities Movement is the integration of advanced technologies to create citizen-centric solutions. Favoriot’s IoT platform, combined with PT Lima Dua Satu Indonesia’s local insights, will:

• Empower city governments with data-driven tools for decision-making.
• Enable seamless collaboration between public and private stakeholders.
• Deliver innovative applications that enhance urban living standards.

By focusing on practical and scalable IoT applications, this partnership can accelerate the adoption of smart city initiatives and inspire confidence in the feasibility of achieving Indonesia’s goal of 100 smart cities by 2045.

Looking Ahead

As Indonesia pushes forward with its smart city agenda, collaborations like this MOU are pivotal in transforming urban areas into sustainable and digitally connected communities.

Favoriot and PT Lima Dua Satu Teknologi Indonesia’s joint efforts are poised to set a benchmark for how IoT can address real-world challenges, making the dream of 100 smart cities a reality.