What is edge technology?

Edge technology processes data close to the source on sensors or local gateways instead of sending everything to a distant data center. By moving computing power nearer to where data is generated, edge computing cuts latency from tens of milliseconds to a few milliseconds, reduces network traffic by 70 €"90%, and allows autonomous decision making. A layered architecture collects data on end devices, processes it on edge nodes, and uses the cloud for longer term storage. In supply chains, edge technology powers real-time tasks such as automated receiving, damage detection, and predictive maintenance, even in environments with poor connectivity.