Internet of Things Ecosystem and Trends

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The global Internet of Things (IoT) market is poised for exponential growth over the next several years. However, the IoT ecosystem is a complex segment, with multiple layers and hundreds of players, including module suppliers, mobile operators, aggregators, software vendors, and IT service providers. The Internet of Things Ecosystem and Trends service analyzes the growth of this market from the sensors to the applications that will demonstrate the power of a world of connected "things."

Markets and Subjects Analyzed

• The size of and forecast for the IoT market, including units installed and revenue generated
• Synergistic value of the IoT market
• Taxonomy of the IoT ecosystem: How is the market organized, and what are the key segments and technologies?
• Device-, network-, and application-enablement platforms
• Role of connectivity in the IoT market
• Vertical use cases of IoT

Core Research

• Taxonomy of the IoT ecosystem
• Synergistic value model of IoT
• Forecast for the IoT market
• Profiles of vendors leading IoT evolution

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Key Questions Answered

1. What are the size of and forecast for the worldwide and regional markets for the Internet of Things?
2. What is the role of mobile operators, and how are they benefiting from the surging growth in IoT?
3. What verticals will lead the IoT movement?
4. What are the key operational challenges facing mobile operators and vendors in deploying and monitoring connected "things"?

Internet of Things Ecosystem and Trends

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Companies Analyzed

IDC's Internet of Things Ecosystem and Trends service reviews strategies, market positioning, and future direction of several providers, including:
Aeris, Alcatel-Lucent, AT&T, Axeda, China Mobile, Cisco, Ericsson, Gemalto, Huawei, IBM, Intel, Jasper Wireless, KORE Telematics, NTT DOCOMO, Oracle, Orange, Qualcomm, RACO Wireless, Samsung, SAP, Sensorlogic, Sierra Wireless, Sprint, Telefonica, Telit, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Vodafone.

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