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Smart Buildings

A major revolution in urban technology and digitization of services is underway with the emergence of Smart cities.  The convergence of technology and competition is bringing intelligence and driving the integration of buildings into the smart city ecosystem and longer term trends such as the Internet of Buildings. Smart buildings hold the key to building futuristic smart cities. Digitally connected intelligent buildings and data analytics will drive innovation from building and energy efficiency to full smart city integration.


Frost & Sullivan’s Homes & Buildings Program Area focuses on the transformational trends shaping the future of the smart buildings market and smart cities market by providing global industry analysis, custom consulting, growth consulting (strategy consulting), market research, market forecasts, and insights into emerging technologies that include:

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  1. 05 Aug 2016  |  Europe

    European Electronic Security Market

    Video Analytics and Cloud-based Access Control Solutions will Drive Market Growth

    The electronic security market in Europe is well established. There has been an upsurge in Internet Protocol (IP) video surveillance and cloud-based access control products. Driven by technological developments and increased security concerns, the market will grow at healthy rates throughout the forecast period till 2020 and even beyond. This study...

    $4,950.00
  2. 11 Apr 2016  |  Asia Pacific

    Contract Food Services in the Australian Facilities Management Market, Forecast to 2020

    Addressing End-user Demands for Greater Quality and Variety in Food to Unlock New Growth Opportunities

    The shift in consumer preferences is prompting Australian contract food service businesses to deliver greater quality and variety of food to end users. Changes in demographics has forced greater cultural sensitivity and enhanced capabilities. To accelerate growth, more contract food service providers are adopting consolidation strategies. This stu...

    $1,500.00
  3. 03 Mar 2016  |  Global

    Direct Current (DC) Distribution in Homes and Buildings—Impact and Opportunities, Forecast to 2020

    Catalysed by Technology and Transformative Building Ecosystems, Renewable Energy Technologies and Energy Storage Systems Help DC Gain Traction

    With the rising penetration of energy-consuming 'above the waist' (native DC) loads in commercial and residential applications and the increasing focus on the adoption of energy-efficient systems to fulfill ambitious national goals, the debate over the relative merits of AC- versus DC- based systems has intensified. This study takes the discussion...

    $3,000.00
  4. 02 Mar 2016  |  Global

    World Voice Alarm Systems Market, Forecast to 2019

    Growth Opportunities to be Driven by Safety Standards in Developed Countries and Dynamic Construction in Developing Countries

    The global voice alarm systems (VAS) market is experiencing dynamic growth as voice-based systems become widely accepted in the market for fire and safety. As regulations and guidelines advance, VAS will begin to be required in more applications, penetrating the lower tiers of the market and opening up mass market opportunities to drive growth. Thi...

    $4,950.00
  5. 20 Nov 2014  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

    Analysis of the Indian Hotel Guestroom Automation Systems Market

    Future Opportunities and Challenges

    Guestroom automation in Indian hotels has gained momentum in recent years, mainly due to rising concerns regarding customer satisfaction, which is the motto of the hospitality industry. Although initial costs are high and hinder swift market growth, increasing awareness about the long-term benefits of hotel guestroom automation will eliminate barri...

    $4,950.00
  6. 11 Jun 2014  |  Global

    Global Building Automation Market

    Energy Efficiency Initiatives and Technological Advancements Drive Market Adoption

    The building automation market is dependent on growth factors such as energy efficiency, supportive legislation and regulations for energy efficiency in buildings, as well as buildings' end-user comfort, advancements in digital technology, and growth in commercial construction. The growth is restrained by macroeconomic factors and a lack of legisla...

    $3,950.00
  7. 06 Jun 2014  |  Asia Pacific

    Building Construction Market in Asia-Pacific

    Cities to Thrive as New Edge Buildings Go Green and Energy Efficient

    This research studies the growing market for building construction in the Asia-Pacific, and it discusses the key trends and opportunities such as green and smart buildings. The fundamental factors driving and restraining this market are examined along with a forecast of the market revenue for the residential and non-residential segments from 2014-2...

    $4,950.00
  8. 16 May 2014  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

    Strategic Analysis of Unitary HVAC Systems in India

    Immense Growth Opportunity for New Entrants

    The unitary HVAC systems market in India has immense growth potential due to the low level of market penetration, growing purchasing power, increased electricity coverage, and improving lifestyle. Growing middle class households, high summer temperatures, improving energy efficiency, and easy financing options are acting as drivers to the market. T...

    $4,950.00
  9. 26 Feb 2014  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

    Indian Emergency Lighting Market Analysis

    Corporate Responsibility and Government Regulations Will Jointly Ensure a Safe Emergency Environment

    Growing safety concerns will drive the market for emergency lighting in India and will encourage innovation in higher technologies such as flame-proof specification, healthy competition through competitive pricing and efficient energy use through LED lamps. Soaring construction and development activities in shopping malls, theatres, airports, infor...

    $4,950.00
  10. 05 Feb 2014  |  Asia Pacific

    Strategic Analysis of the Australian Facilities Management Market for Retail, Wholesale, and Warehousing

    Consumer Demand and Global Investor Activity Secure FM Opportunities

    This research service focuses on the Australian facilities management market for retail, wholesale, and warehousing. The Australian facilities management (FM) market for retail, wholesale, and warehousing is a highly fragmented market. It is expected to grow at a stable rate till 2019. The top market participants have been studied through their per...

    $4,950.00