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4Q 2011

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RR-HPLAT-11

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Given the benefit of standards-based communication technologies, home automation vendors are increasingly focusing on creating platforms that enable an ecosystem of third-party devices and applications to be integrated with the home automation vendors’ core software. These platforms enable users to control some or all of their devices through a common interface at home, as well as remotely by PC, cell phone or IPTV. This report provides a deeper understanding of the market for home automation software platforms including five-year forecasts of subscribers and revenues, segmented by major geographic region and type of platform. The leading players in the market and their product offerings are also reviewed, alongside a discussion on the key inhibitors and drivers of growth as well as the technological developments within this space.

What Questions Does This Report Answer?

• How quickly is the market for home automation software platforms growing?
• What are the key drivers and inhibitors of growth?
• Which regions are growing the quickest and why?
• How are SaaS vendors positioning their platforms to get a foothold in the market? (primarily home security versus home energy management)
• Who are SaaS vendors partnering with to deploy their solutions?
• Who are the main players in the market and what solutions do they offer?
• What are the key technological trends to be aware of?

Who Needs This Report?

• Home automation system vendors
• Software as a service (SaaS) providers
• Security alarm system vendors
• Telecommunications companies
• Cable companies
• Utility companies
• Cellular M2M module vendors
• IEEE 802.15.4 IC vendors
• Powerline technology vendors
• Vendors seeking to develop products and technology for Home Area Networks (HANs)
• Stock analysis firms covering the home automation, security, semiconductor, and cellular communications markets
• Venture capital firms analyzing opportunities in home automation, semiconductors, and cellular services for M2M
• Consultants advising clients in the home automation, semiconductor, and cellular communications markets