Electrical Contracting News (ECN) Smart Homes Supplement 2016 | Page 15

INSPIRED DWELLINGS Moreover, the Internet of Things (IoT) is on the rise, with everyday items such as refrigerators, ovens and cars increasingly being embedded with electronics, software, sensors and network connectivity. This enables these devices to collect and exchange data and be managed remotely. Analysts at IDC predict that the number of IoT devices will grow from 10.3 billion in 2014 to more than 29.5 billion in 2020. This means that more powerful Wi-Fi networks are playing a crucial role in supporting this rapid increase in connected devices. CHALLENGES • Create a stable wireless network to support increasing number and variety of household devices. • Provide high speed connections to meet the demands of various applications