Europe is ahead in the adoption of IoT technology, according to InfluxData, which has opened its first London office in response to increasing demand. The company's open-source platform, Telegraf, is being used by businesses to automate processes and reduce energy consumption through predictive maintenance. A "drive to automate business processes" and a commitment to saving energy and the environment are key factors behind this trend in Europe. InfluxData's decision to establish its first permanent European presence reflects the growing need for IoT solutions in the region.