Vending Machines: A mature IoT segment that will see 22 million connections in 2034
- Internet of Things
- IoT
- Hyperconnectivity
- Smart Vending Machines
- Connected Vending
- Ticket Machines
- Ticketing Vending Machines
- Ticketing Machines
- TVM
This report provides Transforma Insights’ view on the connected Vending Machines market. This segment comprises two segments: Goods Vending Machines (including hot drinks, food, and sundry items) and Transport Vending Machines (dispensing transport tickets). The connected vending machines market is a mature market due to the widely recognised benefits of contactless payments and the business efficiencies achieved through remote maintenance of unattended machines. As a result it is expected to witness slow growth. Vending machines are connected mostly via cellular networks for fast and remote data processing. The report provides a detailed definition of the sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the current status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector break-downs and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Aeguana
- AEP Ticketing Solutions
- Azkoyen
- Crane Merchandising Systems
- Coca-Cola
- Krauth Technologies
- Selecta
- Sigma Spa
- Westomatic
- Internet of Things
- Hyperconnectivity
- Retail & Wholesale
- Transportation & Storage
Beacons: 144 million devices by 2034 to enhance customer engagement and improve business operations
- Advertising
- Beacons
- Bluetooth
- Eddystone
- iBeacon
- Marketing
- Proximity Marketing
- Retail
This report provides Transforma Insights’ views on the Beacons market. This segment comprises stationary beacons which are deployed at retail stores and other commercial establishments. Beacons are small wireless Bluetooth devices that transmit a signal to other Bluetooth devices such as smartphones. There are many applications for beacons. Retailers use them to send personalised offers to shoppers, airports implement them for indoor navigation, and hospitals use them for patient tracking and asset management. Beacons can also play a crucial role in smart cities, industrial automation, and event management, helping organisations streamline operations and enhance user experiences. However, the impact of these devices hasn’t reached the heights of early expectations due to challenges such as limited range and accuracy, battery requirements, privacy concerns, and low consumer engagement. The availability of alternative options such as NFC tags and cameras has also inhibited the usage and deployment of these devices. The report provides a detailed definition of the sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the current status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite, and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity, and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector break-downs and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Apple
- AMI Entertainment
- Blesh
- Bluesense Networks
- DriveQuant
- Estimote Beacons
- Google
- Grab
- HID Global
- Infillion
- Kontakt.io
- MOKOSmart
- Navigine
- Sensoro
- Hyperconnectivity
- Internet of Things
Container Tracking: 19.2 million connected devices by 2034 for real-time container tracking and monitoring
- Internet of Things
- IoT
- Hyperconnectivity
- Connected Containers
- Container Tracking
- Freight
- Hyperconnectivity
- IoT
- Internet of Things
- Logistics
- Reefer Monitoring
- Refrigerated Container
- Shipping
- Supply Chain
- Trailer Tracking
- Transport
- Paras Sharma
- Matt Arnott
- Nikita Singh
This report provides Transforma Insights’ view on the Container Tracking market. This includes the tracking of refrigerated (reefer) and dry freight containers for the purpose of locating the containers, and monitoring and managing the cargo. There are a number of motivations for connecting containers. Container tracking offers GPS-based tracking of location, supporting transportation businesses to optimise their logistic operations with timely information on container movement. Some of these tracking devices support transportation companies to monitor condition data (such as temperature or alignment) of goods via continuous monitoring, to comply with shipping regulations and maintain product quality. This is necessary, especially for perishable goods requiring a minimum temperature to be maintained, as ensuring this temperature can reduce food wastage during transportation. Additional features allow these devices to help users geofence a specific area to restrict goods’ movement in the specified territory only. IoT devices could also help in overcoming theft problems by instantly notifying on-site personnel about any intrusion into containers. The report provides a detailed definition of the sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the current status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector break-downs and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Globalstar
- Iridium Communications
- Orbcomm
- PowerFleet
- Samsara
- SkyBitz
- Internet of Things
- Hyperconnectivity
Satellite IoT connectivity market landscape, 2025
- Hyperconnectivity
- Internet of Things
- IoT
- LEO
- low earth orbit
- satellite
- geostationary
- GEO
The use of satellite constellations to support Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity is attracting increasing attention, courtesy of the availability of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) as part of the 5G standard, budding interest from Starlink in addressing the opportunity, and a general increase in awareness of the use of satellite, courtesy of the growing direct-to-device offerings. Transforma Insights has long tracked the satellite IoT opportunity, including quantitatively in our IoT Forecasts. Qualitatively, in January and February 2022, Transforma Insights published a pair of reports on satellite connectivity for IoT. The first report examined the technology landscape, while the second comprised a market landscape for LEO (and GEO) satellite operators . This report provides an update on the latter, profiling the 49 satellite operators and other associated organisations that are the most significant players in the space.
- Amazon
- Apogeo Space
- AST SpaceMobile
- Astrocast
- Avanti Communications
- CASC/CASIC
- China Satellite Network Application Group (StarNet)
- EchoStar Corporation
- eSat
- Eutelsat Group
- Fossa Systems
- GalaxySpace
- Geespace
- Globalstar
- Ground Control
- HiSky
- Hiber
- Hughes Network Systems
- Hydra Space
- InnovaSpace
- Intelsat
- Iridium
- IRIS
- Kepler Communications
- Kineis
- Lacuna Space
- LeoSat
- Lynk Global
- Myriota
- Omnispace
- OQ Technology
- Orbcomm
- Plan-S
- Sat4M2M
- Sateliot
- SES
- Shanghai Hongqing Technology Company
- Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology (SSST)
- Sky and Space
- Skylo
- SpaceX
- Spire
- Starlink
- Swarm Technologies
- Telesat
- Thuraya
- Tiantuo
- Viasat
- Wyld Networks
- Internet of Things
- Hyperconnectivity
Siemens: Digital Transformation capabilities assessment
- 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
- Internet of Things
- Artificial Intelligence
- Hyperconnectivity
- Human Machine Interface
- Data Sharing
- Autonomous Robotic Systems
- Distributed Ledger
- Edge Computing
- Robotic Process Automation
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
- and Computer-aided engineering (CAE)
- Generative AI
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Software Platform
- Suruchi Dhingra
- Paras Sharma
This report examines the capabilities of Siemens in Digital Transformation. It provides a comprehensive review of the products, services, and capabilities of Siemens across 11 technology areas and dozens of functions, to determine its core strengths for meeting enterprise needs. The 11 technology families in which the vendor’s capabilities are assessed are IoT, Hyperconnectivity, Human Machine Interface, Artificial Intelligence, Distributed Ledger, Data Sharing, Product Lifecycle Management, Robotic Process Automation, Edge Computing, Autonomous Robotic Systems, and 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing. While these might not encompass every possible technology that organisations might need in order to pursue a Digital Transformation, they certainly represent the most disruptive, and therefore the ones of which enterprises should be most aware. The report includes rating across each of the technology areas and functional capabilities (specialised hardware, general hardware, software products, integrated solutions, application development, systems integration and project management, specialist services, and field & operational services) using Transforma Insight’s four-level universal rating system for vendors in Digital Transformation. Internet of Things, for instance, spans hardware, software, application development, implementation, field services and specialist services. For each of the 92 combinations of function and technology, Siemens is rated for whether its capabilities are ‘Emerging’, ‘Significant’, or ‘Market Leading’ (or ‘None’). This rating is based on both the credibility of the solution and the position of the offering in the market (e.g. market share).
Public Space Lighting: 156 million connections by 2034 helping to reduce costs and energy consumption
- Cellular
- Connected Streetlights
- Energy Savings
- Lamp Post
- Public Utilities
- Smart City
- Smart Lighting
- Street Lighting
- Sustainability
This report provides Transforma Insights’ view on the use of IoT devices in the public space lighting market. This segment includes the monitoring, control, and management of lighting for streets and other public spaces, typically provided by local government or utilities. Streetlights are a significant contributor to the electricity bills of local authorities, accounting for 20-40% of total energy consumption in cities worldwide. In many countries, this will result in significant greenhouse gas emissions. To reduce this cost and make street lighting more sustainable, governments across the globe are spending heavily to replace them with smart LED lamps that can be controlled remotely using different technologies, including Wi-Fi, Cellular, LPWA, and RF mesh. The report provides a detailed definition of the sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite, and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity, and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector breakdowns and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Auckland Transport
- Cimcon
- Dimonoff
- Dongguan
- GE Lighting
- GridComm
- InteliLIGHT
- Itron
- Paradox Engineering
- Philips Lighting
- Quantela
- Samudra
- ShotSpotter
- Sierra Wireless
- Signify
- Spie
- TerraGo
- T-Systems
- Telensa
- Ubicquia
- Verizon
- Websym Tezeva
- Internet of Things
- Hyperconnectivity
- Electricity, Gas, Steam & A/C
- Government
Building Lighting: 2.5 billion devices in 2034 supporting sustainable energy usage
- Internet of Things
- IoT
- Hyperconnectivity
- Lighting
- Sustainability
- LED Lighting
- Smart Lights
- Connected Lights
- Smart Bulbs
- Smart Light Strips
- Smart Plugs
- Smart Switches
- Green Technology
- Smart Home
- Smart Building
- Intelligent Lighting
- Suruchi Dhingra
- Matt Arnott
- Nikita Singh
This report provides Transforma Insights’ view on the Building Lighting Application market found in the Transforma Insights Connected Things IoT forecast. The connected lighting market is expected to continue to grow rapidly due to the changing needs of customers, demand for greater comfort and convenience, and most importantly, due to increased awareness around sustainability and energy savings opportunities. Companies are exploring ways to take advantage of smart lighting that go beyond sustainability; for example, the use of lighting to increase employee productivity and improve health. Retail companies are leveraging the technology to improve sales and decrease operational costs, and restaurants are providing the perfect ambience combined with daylight harvesting. Despite the benefits, a key factor that can limit market growth, especially in the consumer market, is the high cost of smart lighting devices. The report provides a detailed definition of the Building Lighting sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the current status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector break-downs and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Acuity Brands
- GE Lighting
- LIFX
- Nanoleaf
- Philips Lighting
- Savant Systems
- Sengled
- Signify
- The Climate Group
- Wipro Lighting
- Hyperconnectivity
- Internet of Things
Aftermarket Micromobility Devices: A 111 million device market in 2034 impelled by fitness, convenience, and safety
- ANT+
- aftermarket
- bicycle
- bike
- bike computer
- Cadence sensors
- e-bike
- e-scooter
- fitness trackers
- Global Navigation Satellite System
- GNSS
- GPS
- helmets
- smart lock
- micromobility
- mobility
- navigation
- near field communication
- scooter
- speed sensors
- TPMS
- tyre pressure monitoring system
This report provides Transforma Insights’ view on the Aftermarket Micromobility Devices market. The report covers devices or accessories used with all types of Micromobility Vehicles including bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, and e-scooters, to enhance the safety of the vehicle and riding experience of the rider. These include connected helmets, fitness trackers, navigation devices, smart locks, lights, speed and cadence sensors, tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), and stolen vehicle tracking. Micromobility vehicles are an integral component of urban transportation offering multiple benefits to both leisure users and commuters. As the use of these vehicles has increased so has the demand for accessories that improve users’ journeys. For instance, Micromobility Helmets are beneficial for riders to enhance their visibility on road with the presence of turn lights, and in some cases cameras for recording the ride. Micromobility Lights are another device type that increases riders’ visibility not only in darkness but also during the day. Stolen Micromobility Tracking devices are useful for faster theft detection and locating stolen vehicles. The report provides a detailed definition of the sector, analysis of market development and profiles of the key vendors in the space. It also provides a summary of the current status of adoption and Transforma Insights’ ten-year forecasts for the market. The forecasts include analysis of the number of IoT connections by geography, the technologies used (including splits by 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LPWA, short range, satellite and others), as well as the revenue split between module, value-added connectivity and services. A full set of forecast data, including country-level forecasts, sector breakdowns and public/private network splits, is available through the IoT Forecast tool.
- Abus
- AIRsistant
- Ananda
- Beeline
- Bontrager
- Bosch
- Brose
- Campagnolo
- Coros
- eTap
- Garmin
- Google
- GoPro
- Hammerhead
- I Lock it
- Insta360
- KPN
- Kurt
- Linka
- Livall
- Lumos
- Luna System
- Magene
- Mobi Lock
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Schrader
- Segway
- Sena
- Shimano
- Trek Bicycle Corporation
- Tyre Wiz
- University of Utah
- Yamaha Motor Corporation
- Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Hyperconnectivity
- Consumer
- Transportation & Storage
A new kind of software platform for AIoT?
- AI
- AIoT
- Artificial Intelligence
- Connectivity Management Platform
- Connectivity Platform
- Device Management Platform
- Edge Computing
- Internet of Things
- IoT
- IoT Platform
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are two of today’s most impactful technology developments. Inevitably, an increasing range of both enterprise and consumer applications and solutions leverage both technologies, so that they are enabled by both AI and IoT. A growing subset of these applications and solutions incorporate AI capabilities directly onboard an IoT device, as AIoT, unlocking benefits ranging from faster response times to more efficient use of connectivity bandwidth. This report focusses on the implications that the growth of AIoT might have on software platforms designed to support AIoT applications. Supporting software platforms for IoT are relatively well-developed, including Connectivity Management Platforms, Device Management Platforms, Application Enablement Platforms, and more. Meanwhile, supporting software platforms for AI are developing fast, and include concepts such as Application Performance Management, Software Management (often referred to as MLOps), Workload Management, and more. Since AIoT is defined as occurring when AI and IoT converge onboard devices, it is natural that platforms that are designed to support AIoT devices should include a set of capabilities that are drawn from both AI and IoT domains, alongside new AIoT-specific capabilities. This report discusses some of the key capabilities that a software platform specified to support AIoT devices should have. It focusses on the specific requirements for supporting AIoT devices, rather than more generic requirements that are well-known in either IoT or AI contexts.
- Brainchip
- Edge Impulse
- SiMa.ai
- Internet of Things
- Edge Computing
- Artificial Intelligence
Application Performance Management tools optimise AI software applications with continuous monitoring
- Artificial Intelligence
- AI
- Application Performance Management
- Application Performance Monitoring
- APM
- Observability Platform
Application Performance Management (APM) is a tool for both monitoring and managing the performance and health of software applications. APM tools automatically collect application performance data, analyse application behaviour, and identify issues in real-time, enabling businesses to ensure optimal performance, enhance user experience, and minimise downtime. In this report, we delve into the role of APM in monitoring and optimising AI software application performance, utilising data analysis and real-time issue identification to enhance user experience and minimise downtime. We discuss how APM provides a dashboard-like view of AI applications, offering deep insights into system health and efficiency, thereby significantly reducing operational disruptions and maintenance costs. Further, we explore the APM vendor landscape, categorising key players like Arize AI, Datadog, and Dynatrace, using a four-quadrant analysis that assesses their innovation and market presence. Additionally, we address the sector's evolution driven by advances in cloud infrastructure, emphasising the importance of maintaining user-friendly tools despite increasing system complexity. Lastly, we highlight the critical need for these tools to integrate seamlessly with diverse IT ecosystems and comply with strict data security regulations. Real-time analytics are the key characteristic of APM solutions because they must allow developers and IT professionals to detect and address issues promptly and before users experience problems or service degradation. This is critical in environments where AI applications must perform at high levels of reliability and speed, such as in financial trading or autonomous driving systems. AI APM also supports the continuous improvement of AI models by providing data used to refine algorithms and enhance performance.
- Arize AI
- Datadog
- Dynatrace
- Elastic
- Evidently
- Fiddler
- New Relic
- Whylabs
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