25 Years of Driving the IIoT Revolution

Twenty-five years ago, before “IIoT” was even a term, ei³ connected its first machine to the cloud. What began with one forward-thinking manufacturer in New York has grown into a global platform powering more than 190,000 connected machines across industries and continents. Last month, our teams from New York and Canada came together to celebrate that journey and the people who made it possible.

Proving what’s possible in IIoT

Lasting a quarter century in the industrial IoT world means more than staying power; it means showing that security, sustainability, and innovation can truly coexist and scale.

From rugged hardware gateways to fully virtual edge solutions, from remote service to real-time sustainability insights, ei³ has evolved continuously while staying true to its mission: using technology to make manufacturing more efficient, more sustainable, and better for people and the planet.

A celebration to remember

In true New York style, we kicked off the celebration with a Yankees game, where hot dogs, laughter, and learning a few baseball rules brought everyone together.

The next day, our founder and CEO, Spencer Cramer, welcomed the team to his home for a backyard barbecue and food-truck feast that ended around a bonfire with live music. What started as a casual jam session with guitars, drums, piano, and even harmonica turned into one of the most memorable parts of the weekend. It captured the creative spirit and camaraderie that define ei³. After years of connecting through screens, meeting in person reminded us that behind every innovation are people who genuinely enjoy building things together.

Looking ahead

As we mark this milestone, we’re focused on the road ahead: empowering manufacturers with secure connectivity, AI-driven insights, and the tools to achieve a more sustainable future.

The next 25 years will bring new challenges and opportunities,  but the values that started it all remain the same: innovation, connection, and care for our world.

We are committed to creating positive change through technology.  Learn more about our values & impact here