For a large part of the last three decades since its development, a hyperspectral imaging (HSI) system was assembled from assorted bulky components. The past few years has seen HSI reducing in size and weight, such that smaller hand-held portable and lightweight cameras for unmanned aerial vehicles are commonplace.

Many companies wanting to make their products smart and connected are looking for the right development approach. There is no such thing as a golden bullet. Together with Fraunhofer IEM and with the support of VLAIO, Sirris has set up a collective research project: AddSmart. The project aims to develop a practical guide to help companies get started with the conceptual development of their smart connected product.

We can no longer imagine life without connected products. Lots of companies manufacturing physical products, are wondering - and quiet rightly so - whether smart connected products are also their future and if and when they should make a move. Why is cooperation essential? And what about product management and risk control?