Software company Cloudera's feet firmly on the ground in China

US-based software company Cloudera Inc is accelerating its push in the Chinese market, aiming to meet local businesses' growing need for industrial internet and big data.

Dave Shuman, industry lead for the internet of things, manufacturing and mobility at Cloudera, said as the IoT becomes a new driving force across a range of industries, companies are seeking to build industrial IoT, or IIoT, platforms and technologies to gain new momentum amid the fierce competition.

"Recently, we're seeing rapid adoption and growth in IIoT platforms across many sectors," Shuman added. "For instance, it will help manufacturing companies increase their efficiency, have a better understanding of their customers, and better manage risks."