Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions for Manufacturers

Connect People, Data, and Industrial Equipment With the Right IoT Platform

Manufacturers today are expected to run smarter, move faster, and make better decisions backed by real-time data. But scattered systems, disconnected industrial equipment, and manual workflows make it difficult to see what’s happening across the plant floor—much less improve it.

TriStar Solutions helps organizations turn the Internet of Things into a practical advantage. Through proven PLM, PDM, and industrial IoT platforms, we connect your devices, data, and processes into one central location so your teams can act with clarity and confidence. From choosing the right IoT platform to deploying applications, improving device management, automating workflows, and supporting long-term adoption, TriStar gives manufacturers the tools and expertise they need to build an efficient, scalable, and secure IoT ecosystem.

If your goal is real-time visibility, smarter decisions, predictive insights, or Industrial IoT applications that reduce downtime, TriStar is your partner for moving from disconnected data to actionable insights.

Grow Efficiently With the Internet of Things (IoT)

Power your operation with IoT platforms that connect the top floor to the shop floor.

Each IoT device, from sensors to smart equipment, creates valuable industrial data. But you only gain value when you can collect, process, and understand that data in real time.

TriStar helps you deploy industrial IoT solutions that feed directly into your PLM and PDM environment, creating clear visibility across product design, production, maintenance, and service. With the right architecture in place, your teams can:

  • Use real-time industrial data to drive automation across engineering, quality, and production.
  • Provide workers with secure access to the data they need through role-based IoT applications.
  • Improve operational efficiency by connecting devices, equipment, and systems with reliable device connectivity and seamless communication.
  • Support smarter decisions through advanced analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
  • Break down silos by unifying IoT data, PLM data, design files, quality information, and service records in one single source of truth.

A modern IoT ecosystem not only connects your assets—it transforms how your business captures value from every stage of the product lifecycle.

Strengthen Your Supply Chain With Real-Time IoT Data

Build a more agile and responsive operation with data you can trust.

When your IoT platform connects directly to PLM and manufacturing systems, your teams can see what’s happening across the supply chain at any time. TriStar helps manufacturers use IoT data, machine learning, and predictive analytics to track inventory and equipment health, identify risks earlier, and reduce downtime.

With secure device management, connectivity management tools, and clear dashboards that highlight trends and alerts, your organization can act quickly and confidently. Once IoT data flows into your PLM workflows, supply chain decisions shift from reactive to strategic.

Drive Innovation With a Modern IoT Ecosystem

Unlock new value across engineering, operations, and service.

True innovation requires visibility, and IoT provides it at every step of the lifecycle. TriStar works with manufacturers and engineers to build an IoT ecosystem that links design intent, operational data, and service feedback in real time.

This gives product teams the insight they need to:

  • Improve product quality by feeding IoT data directly into PLM/PDM for faster iterations.
  • Support digital twin initiatives by connecting real-world device performance with your digital thread.
  • Reduce redundant engineering work with accurate IoT data on asset performance, usage conditions, and common failure modes.
  • Identify revenue opportunities through service-based insights and smarter product upgrades.
  • Scale confidently with cloud computing and secure IoT cloud platforms built for industrial environments.

IoT becomes far more than connected devices. It becomes a reliable foundation for continuous improvement.

Featured IoT Offerings From TriStar

Built for industrial applications. Proven in manufacturing environments.

TriStar provides complete support for manufacturers adopting IoT platforms, IoT devices, and integrated PLM workflows. Our IoT solutions are built on decades of experience in digital transformation, PTC technologies, and data management.

A purpose-built industrial IoT platform designed for manufacturers that need a scalable, secure, and flexible foundation for real-time data.
Windchill Navigate enables:
  • Real-time visibility into IoT data, PLM information, CAD models, and documentation
  • Role-based IoT applications that give teams focused, relevant data
  • Faster decision-making through automated data acquisition and advanced analytics
  • Support for digital thread and digital twin initiatives
  • Expansion across the enterprise without sacrificing security features or performance
This platform is built to support IoT applications that help operators reduce downtime, improve quality, and react quickly to plant-floor needs.

TriStar helps manufacturers build real-world IoT applications that solve meaningful problems, including:
  • Real-time equipment monitoring
  • Predictive maintenance dashboards
  • Quality alerts and anomaly detection
  • Performance visualization for operators and engineers
  • Smart building monitoring
  • Asset tracking and mobile visibility
We tailor each IoT solution to your operation’s specific needs, ensuring reliable, usable tools that fit into your existing workflows.

ThingWorx Iot Platform

IoT data is powerful only when it is accessible. TriStar integrates IoT data into PLM, ERP, MES, and analytics systems so your teams can gain clear visibility from one central location.
We support:
  • Secure data pipelines for sensitive information
  • Real-time dashboards connected to cloud service infrastructure
  • Machine learning models for predictive insights
  • Automated reporting and notifications for operators and supervisors
The result: clean, reliable data that drives operational clarity.

PTC ThingWorx Platform

Why TriStar as Your IoT Partner?

TriStar brings together decades of PLM expertise, IoT experience, and real-world manufacturing knowledge to help companies adopt IoT platforms that actually move the needle.

Manufacturers choose TriStar because we provide:

Deep Industrial Expertise

Our team understands the crucial role IoT plays in engineering, operations, quality, and service. We don’t just deploy IoT tools—we build connected systems that support real outcomes.

Proven PLM + IoT Integration

With more than 500 Windchill implementations and thousands of customer deployments, we know how to connect IoT data with PLM, CAD, and enterprise workflows.

Security, Scalability, and Reliability

Industrial IoT requires strong security features, reliable device connectivity, and cloud platforms that perform under pressure. TriStar delivers all three.

Customization and Long-Term Support

From selecting the right IoT platform to training your teams and managing upgrades, we stay involved long after deployment.

A True Single Source of Truth

We help manufacturers unify IoT data, engineering data, and service insights into one connected system—so every team can make smarter decisions.

FAQs

An IoT platform is the software environment that connects your IoT devices, manages device connectivity, collects real-time IoT data, and provides the tools to build IoT applications. Manufacturers need an IoT platform to monitor industrial equipment, unify operational data, gain actionable insights, and support smarter decisions across engineering, production, quality, and service. With the right IoT platform, your teams can manage devices securely, process data at scale, and support advanced analytics, machine learning, and digital twin initiatives.

TriStar connects your IoT ecosystem directly to Windchill PLM, PDM, CAD, and other enterprise systems. This allows IoT data—performance metrics, machine conditions, usage trends, and sensor readings—to flow into your design and manufacturing workflows. Engineers gain visibility into real-time performance, operators access role-based IoT applications, and decision-makers get a central location for analytics. The result is a unified system that improves operational efficiency and enables continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

TriStar specializes in IoT platforms built for industrial applications, including Windchill Navigate Industrial IoT. These platforms are designed to handle sensitive information securely, support cloud computing and hybrid deployments, and scale with large device fleets. We also assist with connectivity management, application enablement, device management, and integrating IoT cloud platforms with PLM, ERP, and MES systems. Whether you need edge data acquisition, real-time dashboards, or IoT applications tailored to your operation, TriStar helps determine the right IoT platform for your specific needs.

Security plays a crucial role in every IoT deployment. TriStar implements strict security features across cloud platforms, IoT devices, and data pipelines to protect sensitive information. This includes authenticated device connectivity, encrypted communication, access-control tools, and governance frameworks aligned with PLM requirements. Because IoT data often interacts with design files, maintenance records, and regulatory documentation, TriStar ensures your entire IoT system supports compliance, traceability, and safe data handling.

Organizations typically see improvements in real-time visibility, reduced downtime, clearer operational insights, and stronger collaboration across teams. By aligning IoT applications with PLM workflows, manufacturers gain a connected environment that supports digital thread initiatives, predictive analytics, and digital twin development. TriStar continues to support customers through training, optimization, ongoing device management needs, and application updates—ensuring your IoT investment scales as your operations evolve.

Ready to Build an IoT Ecosystem That Delivers Real Results?

TriStar Solutions helps manufacturers connect devices, transform operations, and unlock the full value of IoT.

From strategy and implementation to support and optimization, we guide you every step of the way. 

Contact TriStar today and discover what the right IoT platform can do for your business.