The Research and Education Advantage

Bordeaux's academic infrastructure provides crucial support for IoT innovation.

IMS Laboratory

The Laboratory for Integration of Material to System (IMS) employs 300 researchers working on everything from ultra-low power sensors to 5G communications. This creates a pipeline of technologies ready for commercialization.

"IoT requires deep hardware expertise," explains Director Professor Pascal Fouillat. "You can't just be good at software. Our researchers understand physics, materials, radio propagation—the fundamentals."

Bordeaux IoT Valley

This innovation cluster brings together companies, researchers, and institutions. Regular workshops, shared facilities, and collaborative projects accelerate development.

"IoT is inherently multidisciplinary," notes cluster manager Catherine Lafont. "No single company has all expertise. The cluster enables collaboration while protecting IP."

Educational Programs

Universities adapted curricula for IoT needs. ENSEIRB-MATMECA offers specialized IoT engineering degrees. Bordeaux Business School teaches IoT business models. This creates a steady talent pipeline.

"We're training students to think systems, not just components," explains educator Dr. Marie Pascal. "IoT requires understanding hardware, software, networks, security, and business models simultaneously."