The Future of Amazon Lookout for Equipment: What You Need to Know

Exciting news for existing customers of Amazon Lookout for Equipment: while new customers will no longer have access to this cutting-edge AWS machine learning service effective October 17, 2024, existing customers can continue to enjoy its benefits. AWS will continue to enhance security, availability, and performance for Lookout for Equipment, ensuring that current users can make the most of this powerful tool. Although new features are not planned for the service, existing customers can rest assured that the service will remain operational.

So, how can you ensure continued access to Lookout for Equipment after October 17, 2024, and what are some alternatives to consider? Let’s delve into the details.

Maintaining Access to Lookout for Equipment

To maintain access to Lookout for Equipment after the service closes to new customers, existing users need to complete a specific task related to account activity. You can either start a new project and complete model training, schedule an inference for an existing project, or utilize Lookout for Equipment API calls. Reach out to your AWS Account Manager or Solutions Architect for assistance or create a case from the AWS console if you have any questions or require support.

Alternatives to Lookout for Equipment

If you’re on the lookout for alternatives to Lookout for Equipment, AWS has you covered with options for both buyers and builders. The AWS Partner Network offers pre-built solutions from various partners that cater to different use cases, providing a quick path to value without the need for predictive maintenance expertise. For those looking to develop their own AI-based predictive maintenance solution, Amazon SageMaker offers a suite of tools and services to help you build, train, and deploy ML models with ease.

Summary

While new customers may not have access to Lookout for Equipment after October 17, 2024, AWS offers a range of AI/ML services and solutions to meet your needs. Whether you choose to leverage SageMaker tools or explore solutions from AWS partners, there are plenty of options available. It’s essential to assess your specific requirements and explore the available resources to make an informed decision.

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About the Author

Stuart Gillen is a Sr. Product Manager, Lookout for Equipment, at AWS. With a background in industrial applications, Stuart brings a wealth of knowledge to his role, focusing on predictive maintenance and condition monitoring. His expertise in engineering management, product development, and consulting has been instrumental in shaping the future of Lookout for Equipment.