Holistic Security for Internet-of-Things IoTs Implementation in Nigeria

Abstract

The internet of things (IoT) is everywhere. It's in our homes, cars, offices and most commonly around our wrists. It's changing the way factories are run, how health care is delivered and how cities operate. With an estimated 5.5 million new "things" connected each day, and an expected 6.4 billion in circulation by the end of 2018, the IoT will increasingly become part of our lives. But with the IoT's proliferation comes great responsibility. You cannot take the security of the rapidly expanding IoT ecosystem for granted. Even the smallest, most minimally connected device must have the appropriate safeguards built in throughout its lifecycle. It is time to focus on IoT security at the point of design to securely manage devices from inception through implementation. The potential of IoT devices and sensors is enormous, even in Nigeria, but if the security of each device and application is taken lightly, it is very likely that the exploitation of unguarded vulnerabilities will stop the progress, preventing us from ever fully realizing that potential. This paper takes a comprehensive survey of the security architecture, vulnerabilities and challenges facing the successful implementation of IoT in Nigeria and proposed far-reaching and holistic security solutions to protect IoT devices/se network and applications from being exploited by hackers, malwares and other undesirable elements so that the opportunities from IoT implementations will be realised in Nigeria in the nearest future.

Strategies for implementing library automation in Anambra State Polytechnic Mgbakwu, Awka North, Nigeria: A review of best practices

“…Developing a comprehensive well-defined implementation plan is essential for the successful adoption of library automation systems in tertiary institutions [19] and [37]. The plan should clearly outline the goals and objectives of the automation project, the scope of the project, the timeline for implementation, and the resources required for the project.…”

“…Library automation refers to the use of technology to streamline and enhance library processes and services [35], evaluate their features, performance, and user satisfaction [12], identify the key factors that contribute to user satisfaction and implementing of strategies for improving system performance [41]. This can include the use of library management software, self-checkout systems, digital catalogs, online databases, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics, among other tools [11], and for improving access to information and suggesting strategies for overcoming barriers to implementation [5], [7]and, [37].…”