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Cumulocity
Cumulocity is a cloud-based Internet of Things (IoT) platform developed by Software AG, a German software company. The platform allows users to connect and manage devices, sensors, and other IoT endpoints, as well as collect, store, and analyze data from these devices. Cumulocity also includes features for real-time monitoring and alerting, predictive maintenance, and automation.

History
Cumulocity was founded in 2010 by Bernd Gross, Thomas Kübler, and Roland Kopp-Wichmann, as a spinoff from Nokia Siemens Networks' research division. In 2017, Software AG acquired Cumulocity and has since integrated it into its larger IoT and analytics portfolio, and has continued to invest in the platform's development.

Features
Cumulocity's features include device management, data management, analytics, and visualization tools. The platform supports a wide range of IoT protocols and standards, including MQTT, HTTP, CoAP, and OPC UA. It also includes APIs and SDKs for building custom applications and integrations.

Cumulocity offers several pre-built applications and solutions for various industries, such as asset tracking, fleet management, and smart city applications. The platform is highly customizable and can be tailored to meet the specific needs of different organizations and use cases.

Reception
Cumulocity has been widely recognized for its innovative and comprehensive approach to IoT management and analytics. The platform has won several awards, including the IoT Evolution Product of the Year award in 2019 and the Red Dot Design Award in 2020.

Cumulocity has also been featured in numerous industry publications and reports, including Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms and the Forrester Wave report on IoT software platforms.

Industry Usage
Cumulocity is used in various industries such as:

Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Manufacturing Energy Retail Healthcare Smart City

Partnerships
Cumulocity has partnerships with companies such as Dell, Huawei, and Advantech, among others. These partnerships help expand the reach of Cumulocity's IoT platform and offer customers a wider range of options for IoT hardware and software.