Mobile and Wireless Communications

Biometric identification and authentication is well positioned to complement and potentially replace existing traditional verification processes such as those using pins and passwords, security questions, and even personal identity verification. The role of biometrics is becoming more important now that the industry is heading towards becoming mobi...

Smartphones run complete operating system software that provides a standardized interface and platform for application developers. Chinese manufacturers have emerged as true competitors to the traditional powerhouses - Apple and Samsung. Manufacturing and screen technologies continue to advance, and as a result, wearable smartphones are just aroun...

18 Jan 2018  |  Global  |  Market Research

Internet of Things (IoT) Connectivity Protocols, Global, 2018

Adoption of New Connectivity Protocols Depends on Interoperability and Hybrid Solutions

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With billions of connected devices expected to be in use in the world in the next 2–3 years, the importance of a critical component within the IoT ecosystem—connectivity—is only set to increase further. While the requirements of devices vary, the connectivity protocols that can enable IoT to leverage the applications and benefits are also evo...

Considering the absence of a standardized technology for indoor positioning and the inability of traditional GPS technology to operate inside buildings, this paper explores the possibilities of convergences of various futuristic technologies towards achieving an Unified Positioning System which could operate seamlessly to deliver highly accurate an...

A wide range of financial services are presently being offered through the mobile channel in the United States. These include mobile banking services, peer-to-peer remittance services, mobile shopping services, and price comparison services. This Frost & Sullivans strategic insight presents an analysis of the key trends in the United States' mobil...

Mobile supply chain management is a growing solution category in the North American market. This insight provides an overview of a still-splintered sector, examining the current competitive landscape, adoption drivers and restraints, market trends, and survey feedback from mobile and wireless purchase decision-makers in U.S. and Canadian companies....

This market insight summarizes and analyzes 2013 survey feedback regarding mobile workforce management (MWM) software applications. North American mobile and wireless purchase decision-makers answer questions regarding mobile workforce management deployment levels, adoption barriers, business impacts, preferences, plans, and favored brands.

The North American mobile workforce management (MWM) market is expanding in terms of competitors, capabilities, and customer expectations. These applications do more than just track field workers; they optimize work processes and enrich the customer engagement opportunity. Growth is being driven by major distribution partnerships, positive hard-dol...