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About IIOTC

IIOT Consulting was founded after decades of hands-on experience in the machining industry, where we saw firsthand how much opportunity was hidden inside everyday operations. What began as deep involvement in CNC software and customer support evolved into a focused commitment to machine monitoring and performance improvement. When industry disruption forced a reset, we chose to build something better, a company grounded in integrity, direct customer relationships, and practical results. Today, IIOT Consulting continues that mission by helping manufacturers turn real machine data into measurable gains in utilization, efficiency, and profitability.

30+

years

CNC & machining industry experience



240+

Machine Protocols

Connected across mixed-brand CNC fleets



20%

Average Utilization Gap Identified

Between perceived and actual performance


Bruce Thomas


President


Bruce Thomas is President of IIOT Consulting, bringing over 30 years of experience in customer service and operational leadership to every engagement.


He works with organizations to design and implement practical Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) strategies that align technology with real business needs.


Bruce’s career-long focus on customer service shapes his approach to IIoT and digital transformation - prioritizing usability, reliability, and measurable outcomes. He helps companies improve operational efficiency, data visibility, and decision-making across industrial environments by bridging the gap between frontline operations and advanced technology.


As President of IIoT Consulting, Bruce leads consulting initiatives with an emphasis on long-term value, scalable solutions, and strong client partnerships. His blend of technical insight and customer-centric leadership ensures solutions that are not only innovative, but actually adopted and sustained.

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What We Believe

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Integrity matters more than volume
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Utilization is the clearest path to margin improvement
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Data without action is noise
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Operators should feel supported, not monitored
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A system only works if people trust it
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