Accelerating safe, secure, and connected industrial IoT innovation
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming how industrial systems operate—connecting machinery, sensors, and control systems into intelligent, data-driven ecosystems. However, this convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) introduces new risks where cyber threats can create real-world safety hazards.
Intertek delivers end-to-end IIoT assurance, combining physical safety, cybersecurity, wireless connectivity, and global market access to help manufacturers bring secure, compliant, and high-performing connected products to market—faster.
The Convergence of IIoT Safety & Security
IIoT systems demand more than traditional product testing. They require a cyber-physical approach that ensures digital vulnerabilities cannot compromise physical safety.
Our integrated approach includes:
- Functional Safety (SIL/PL) evaluations for industrial systems
- Cybersecurity assessments aligned with industrial standards
- Wireless and connectivity validation
- Hazardous location (HazLoc) compliance for connected equipment
Result: A unified assurance strategy that protects both people and infrastructure.
Cybersecurity Standards Matrix: Which One Do You Need?
Understanding IIoT cybersecurity standards can be complex. This table helps clarify which standards apply to your product and market.
| Standard | Primary Scope | Target Industry | Key Focus |
| IEC 62443 | Industrial automation & control systems | Manufacturing, energy, utilities | End-to-end OT cybersecurity lifecycle |
| UL 2900 | Network-connectable products | Industrial & commercial devices | Vulnerability testing & software security |
| ETSI EN 303 645 | Consumer & light industrial IoT | Smart devices, edge devices | Baseline IoT security requirements |
| ISO/SAE 21434 | Automotive cybersecurity | Connected vehicles | Risk management across vehicle lifecycle |
Why it matters: IIoT devices often require multiple standards, not just one. Intertek helps you determine and apply the right combination.
Why Choose Intertek for IIoT Assurance?
Intertek delivers end-to-end expertise across safety, cybersecurity, wireless, and performance testing—providing a single, trusted partner to support every stage of your IIoT journey. With globally recognized certifications, we help you access international markets with confidence while streamlining compliance. Our accelerated testing programs are designed to reduce time to market, enabling you to launch innovative connected products faster. By integrating a cyber-physical approach, we ensure that both safety and security are addressed holistically, minimizing risk in complex industrial environments. Backed by over a century of testing excellence, Intertek brings a proven legacy of trust and technical leadership to every engagement.
Intertek’s experience and expertise in the IoT, sensors, robotics, functional safety, and industrial fields on assets and machines provides comprehensive solutions for smart factory technology. From technical inspection, certification, and regulatory compliance services for industrial equipment, to performance and interoperability testing for smart technology, our comprehensive services provide total quality assurance across the supply chain and throughout the product life cycle.
From Edison to the Industrial Edge
For over 125 years, Intertek has been at the forefront of electrical safety—originating from Thomas Edison’s lamp testing bureau. Today, we apply that same legacy of innovation to the Industrial Internet of Things—helping ensure that connected technologies are not only intelligent, but also safe, secure, and trusted. From foundational safety to advanced IIoT assurance, we are your trusted partner in innovation.
Accelerated Market Access: 5-Day Turnaround Available
Time-to-market is critical in IIoT innovation. Intertek offers accelerated testing programs to help you launch faster.
Key advantages:
- 5-day turnaround available for IT and connected equipment safety testing
- Global Market Access (GMA): one test plan for multiple regions
- FCC (USA)
- ISED (Canada)
- RED (Europe)
- UKCA (United Kingdom)
Outcome: Reduce certification timelines by weeks and gain a competitive edge.
Industrial Systems We Support
Our IIoT services are designed for complex industrial environments, including:
- Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
- SCADA systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- Smart sensors and edge devices
- Robotics and collaborative robots (cobots)
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) refers to connected industrial systems—such as machinery, sensors, and control systems—that collect and exchange data to improve efficiency, automation, and decision-making.
Industry 4.0 refers to the fourth industrial revolution—where traditional manufacturing and industrial processes are transformed through the integration of digital technologies, connectivity, and intelligent automation. At its core, Industry 4.0 connects physical equipment with digital systems to create smart, data-driven operations.
Throughout history, the industrial sector has utilized technological advancements in order to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Steam and rail (1750 – 1830)
- Electricity and telephone (1880 – 1920)
- Computer and IT (1960 – 2000)
- Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0, together with big data (2010 – present)
Thanks to more powerful software and falling hardware costs IIoT is poised to revolutionize manufacturing through smart technology. Also known as Industry 4.0, it brings greater automation through the Internet of Things (IoT), machine-to-machine (M2M) learning, automation, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and cyber-physical systems.
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 are closely related but not interchangeable. IIoT refers specifically to the network of connected industrial devices—such as sensors, machines, and control systems—that collect and exchange data. Industry 4.0 is the broader concept that encompasses the full digital transformation of industrial operations, including IIoT, as well as automation, advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing strategies. In short, IIoT is a key enabling technology, while Industry 4.0 represents the overall transformation it supports.
IIoT devices introduce both cybersecurity risks and physical safety hazards. Testing ensures compliance, reduces risk, and enables global market access.
IEC 62443 focuses on industrial system-wide cybersecurity, while UL 2900 emphasizes product-level software and vulnerability testing. Most IIoT devices benefit from both.
With accelerated programs, certain connected devices can achieve certification in as little as 5 days, depending on complexity and requirements.
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