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topMarket Data topABI Insights topVendor MatricesThe use of sensors and actuators to monitor and control machines, buildings (and other structures) and the physical environment is growing rapidly as businesses, consumers, and governments seek greater operational efficiency, better energy management capability, improved safety and security, and the ability to offer or enjoy new products and services. The advent of standards-based, low-power, low-data rate wireless sensor networking (WSN) technologies has been a key enabler of this burgeoning trend. However, the plethora of existing and developing WSN standards, the long value chains, and the complex application development requirements associated with the WSN market all pose challenges and uncertainties for vendors and customers seeking to utilize WSN technology.
The Wireless Sensor Networking Service addresses the complexity of the WSN market and analyzes the market opportunity and key technology trends for utilizing low-power, low-data rate wireless technology to network sensors and actuators. The Service tracks historical shipments and forecasts future shipments of IEEE 802.15.4 ICs (a core WSN technology standard), segmented by region and major application segment, in a Market Database published semi-annually. Also, a Vendor Matrix assesses the competitive positioning, strengths, and weaknesses of IEEE 802.15.4 IC vendors. Published throughout the year, Research Briefs provide further qualitative assessment of topical market issues while "deep dive" Research Reports delve into major WSN application areas, such as smart metering and home automation.
