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4. User Interface (Application Layer): Interfaces that allow
users to view data, control systems, or customize settings— Benefits of Using IoT in Cold Storage
such as dashboards, mobile apps, or computer screens. Enhanced Food Quality and Safety
Minimized Loss and Improved
IoT Applications in Industry Management Efficiency
Lower Labor and Energy Cost
IoT has been widely adopted across multiple industries: Increased Trust Among Customers
- Industrial IoT: For machine monitoring, maintenance and Partners
planning, increasing production efficiency, and reducing energy Support for International
consumption. Standard
- Smart Agriculture: To measure soil moisture, rainfall,
and weather conditions for precise crop planning and to monitor
water conditions for aquaculture.
- Logistics and Supply Chain: For inventory status
monitoring, real-time tracking of vehicles and deliveries, and
temperature control in cold chains.
- Healthcare: In personal health monitoring devices and
remote patient vital sign monitoring.
- Smart Cities: For urban management such as CCTV
systems, traffic light control, street lighting automation, and
public waste management systems.

IoT Application in Cold Storage for the Food The data is transmitted to a central system for analysis. If values
Industry fall outside acceptable ranges, automatic alerts can be sent
One of the most compelling and important case studies for via Line application, email, or other channels to responsible
applying IoT technology in the context of Thailand is its personnel.
implementation in cold storage systems for the food industry. 2. Abnormal Condition Alerts and Damage Reduction:
These systems play a critical role in ensuring the quality and In case of cooling system malfunctions or abnormal temperature
safety of both fresh and processed food products. Given increases, IoT systems can issue early warnings to prevent
Thailand’s national policy to promote its food-related soft power food spoilage and large-scale product losses.
and its ambition to become the “Kitchen of the World,” the use 3. Historical Data Analysis (Data Analytics): Stored
of IoT in cold storage management serves as a tangible tool sensor data can be analyzed to identify trends and system
to support and advance this strategic goal. usage patterns, such as frequent door openings that cause
Cold storage plays a crucial role in maintaining food quality, temperature fluctuations. The system can then recommend
freshness, and safety from production, processing, and behavior adjustments or improved logistics planning.
transportation to final storage before reaching consumers. This 4. Energy Cost Reduction: Energy usage data allows the
is especially important for seafood, meat, fruits, and frozen system to identify abnormal consumption or peak usage
products, which require strict temperature control. Even minor periods, enabling operators to plan and optimize energy use
deviations can lead to spoilage, a loss in product value, and effectively.
potential safety risks for consumers. Therefore, the use of IoT 5. Monitoring via Dashboard or Mobile App: Executives
in cold storage transforms manual management into a more can access cold storage data from all locations through a unified
automated and accurate system, with key implementations dashboard, enabling fast decision-making from anywhere in
including: the event of emergencies.
1. Real-time Temperature and Humidity Monitoring The integration of IoT technology into cold storage in the
and Control: Installing temperature and humidity sensors at food industry is not merely about “modernization” but about
various points in the cold storage enables continuous tracking. raising standards of quality, safety, and competitiveness in the
digital era. Early adopters of IoT stand to gain long-term
advantages in business sustainability and adaptability to rapidly
Industrial IoT changing market demands.
IoT has been widely Smart Agriculture
adopted across Logistics and Supply Chain
multiple industries: Healthcare More Information Service Info C002
Smart Cities

เอกสารอ้างอิง / References
[1] ICASET 2016 “Food Cold Chain Logistics Based on Internet of Things
Technology” 2016
[2] https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/architecture-of-internet-of-things-iot/
[3] Journal of Arts Management Vol.7 No.1 January – March 2023 “IoT in
Food Supply Chain Quality Management: Strategic Recommendation
for IoT Service Providers” Page: 159 – 185
[4] https://logistics.asia/thailand-cold-chain-logistics-market-research-
report-2024-2029-featuring-company-profiles-of-jwd-logistics-yokrei-
cold-storage-sinchai-cold-storage-kainoke-cold-storage-bangkok-cold-
storage-mo/

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