Imagine: the vision of fully integrated IoT, already possible today

Imagine a world where IoT devices are not only seamlessly connected and work perfectly, but are also fully integrated and understand the needs of the individual user. For example, you could teach the ecosystem of IoT devices in your home that you desire a particular atmosphere at a certain time of day and they would operate harmoniously to conjure that special mood you seek. The lighting system, air conditioning, music, humidity control, and other IoT devices would be working as if orchestrated by a skilled DJ to create the perfect conditions for a unique moment. This is not the future of IoT, it is already being made possible and KNX is leading the way.?

IoT is growing at an exponential rate

The need for a full integration of IoT devices, though, is not just about comfort or ease of use at home. The Internet of Things is becoming an ever more important part of our lives in all sorts of situations. According to Fortune Business Insights, the global IoT market is projected to grow from $662.21 billion in 2023 to $3,352.97 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 26.1%. Transforma Insights released last April an update on its forecast of the number of connected devices, expecting it to grow globally to 30.5 Billion by 2030 (https://transformainsights.com/research/forecast/highlights). This growth is being driven by the increasing use of IoT devices in a wide range of applications, including smart homes, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation among others.

The IoT market is growing due to affordable, high-performance sensors and devices, enabling data collection and transmission. Demand for data-driven decision-making is also contributing to market growth, as businesses utilise IoT data for improved decision-making in various areas.

Concerns that need answers

The growth of the IoT market is reflective of structural changes in our society and the business world. The Internet has undoubtedly changed the way we live to the point that we cannot reasonably imagine our lives without connectivity. A recent study by Ipsos demonstrates the point beyond doubt, with 71% of respondents agreeing that they cannot imagine life without the Internet. (Ipsos, A new world in disorder? Navigating a polycrisis. February 2023)

?At the same time, the study shows that weare increasingly concerned about the dangers that technology brings along. Sixty percent of the respondents confess that they fear that technological progress is actually destroying our lives.

Some concerns are raised by IoT users in the area of smart homes and buildings. For instance, there is no clear information about where the data collected by IoT devices goes or how it is used.

There is no doubtthe industry must respond dependably to the situation. Social responsibility, trusted systems and optimization of energy consumption must inspire our efforts to build the future of IoT.

KNX devices already include security by design to guarantee the protection of data through encryption, authentication, and authorization mechanisms among other features.

From just connected devices to full integration

The full integration of IoT devices, beyond mere connectivity, is among the answers that KNX is proposing to address the desires and concerns expressed by people around the world. Designing one ecosystem with such a vision brings a number of unique benefits for professionals, building managers and investors, as well as homeowners.?

KNX’s technology make it easier for professionals to design and deploy an ecosystem that integrate all products, solutions and services seamlessly. Thanks to our extensive range of services and expert support, manufacturers are also able to shorten the time to market of their new products. End consumers also enjoy important benefits. A full integration helps them to save costs in terms of installation and maintenance, improves the efficiency of a home or a building and certainly increases the level of comfort by reducing the frustration of having to deal with devices that do not communicate properly among them.

KNX is capable of operating a full integration of IoT devices because it is an open source global standard allowing devices from different manufacturers to work together seamlessly thus creating a truly integrated system. KNX offers the largest selection of smart home and building devices available on the market. There are over 8,000 certified KNX products available from over 500 manufacturers, so that all sorts of home or building automation needs can be addressed.?

With the adoption of KNX IoT and ETS, among other solutions and innovations, KNX has created the perfect conditions for building systems of connected devices that work seamlessly and efficiently.?

In the image below is a schematic representation of the KNX ecosystem.

KNX IoT makes it more effective to connect devices and systems over IP, thanks to IPv6. It also adds new physical and network layers, like THREAD, to communicate wirelessly. This makes it easier for manufacturers, developers, and system integrators to create and deploy KNX IoT devices and ecosystems.

KNX IoT and ETS are just two examples of how KNX solutions provide a more interoperable and easier-to-use alternative to other IoT technologies and represent an intelligent choice for businesses and homeowners who want to create a truly integrated and smart environment. They show KNX’s commitment to making sure that the future of IoT is one of wellbeing and sustainable progress.

For more about KNX IoT, visit https://knx-iotech.org/

Casto Ca?avate

Marketing Manager