How important is \"cloud\" for Graybar? Solution You may have heard the term ‘Internet of Things’ lately. This refers to everyday objects being connected to a network that enables them to use and generate data for operational optimization. These connected objects are referred to as smart objects. Some everyday examples of smart objects include home appliances, cars, street lighting, security cameras, heating systems, and more. Many smart objects are interconnected as a system, and can even be monitored on your mobile device through cloud-based software. Sensors and connectivity to smart objects in the field and on the plant floor provide a constant data source that is analyzed and converted to knowledge that in turn is treated as wisdom for operational optimization. Graybar\'s role in the ‘Internet of Things’ is that they are partner with suppliers and companies that are doing the market research and implementing the ‘Internet of Things’ to the industrial world, otherwise known as the ‘Industrial Internet of Things’. Graybar Canada supplies a full solution that includes automation, communications & data, lighting, security, and wire & cable. They supply the equipment needed to make the plant floor ready for the Industrial Internet of Things..