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The Transformative Power of M2M . Wayne L. Ward Vice President, Emerging Solutions Group Sprint Nextel. What Exactly Is M2M?. M2M: (noun), ma·chine -to- ma·chine Pronunciation: muh-sheen too muh-sheen Definitions: 1: (M2M); a popular Norwegian pop band (#1 Wikipedia Search Result)
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The Transformative Power of M2M Wayne L. Ward Vice President, Emerging Solutions Group Sprint Nextel
What Exactly Is M2M? M2M: (noun), ma·chine-to-ma·chine Pronunciation: \ muh-sheen \ too \ muh-sheen Definitions: 1: (M2M); a popular Norwegian pop band (#1 Wikipedia Search Result) 2: (M2M): (a) is about connecting people, devices and systems in new and transforming ways. Simply put, M2M is the automatic communications between devices without human intervention. (b) It often refers to a system of remote sensors, middleware, software and applications that is continuously transmitting data to a central system. 3:(M2M); (a) is an amazing growth opportunity transforming the way people and machines interoperate. (b) $$$
One of the fastest growing areas worldwide Reliable, ubiquitous, and affordable wireless networks Shrinking modules/devices at lower cost Clear ROI for businesses Minimal acquisition costs, minimal subsidies across equipment/network value chain M2M & Why it Matters?
How Big is the Opportunity? North American M2M connection revenue by application CAGR 2007-2014 = 24%. Source: ABI Research, 4Q/2009 The number of activated emerging wireless devices, including smartphones, wireless CE, and enterprise M2M applications, will grow from 53.5m in 2008 to 268m by 2013. Source: nCode, 3/09 72m M2M devices are expected to be connected in North America by 2014. Source; ABI Research, 4Q/2009
Drivers for Adopting M2M Fleet Management Pay-as-you-drive Insurance Smart Grid Telehealth Regulatory Asset Tracking Down Economy Up Economy
Digital Signage Remote Monitoring/Diagnostics Digital Surveillance (CCTV) Two-way Video Conferencing WiFi Enablement Asset Tracking GPS Tracking & Routing Passenger Interactive Monitors Infotainment Services Killer 4G M2M Vertical Applications
New M2M Business Modelsare Changing the Way We Live and Work
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