LPWAN Technologies to Shape the Future of Massive IoT, Allowing Many Use Cases to Scale
28-Jan-2022
North America
Market Research
K698-01-00-00-00
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Low power wide area network (LPWAN) is a wireless wide area network that is optimized for non-mission-critical applications in machine-to-machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) communications. LPWAN deployments benefit M2M and IoT applications in terms of extended coverage, low transmission rate, longer battery life, cost savings in operations, and lower pricing for network services. Leading LPWAN technologies include LoRaWAN®, Sigfox, RPMA® and Wi-SUN®.
Proprietary LPWANs typically operate in the license-free industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) bands and are hence less expensive on a
per-connection basis than current mobile cellular and other licensed radio options. Latency is not the primary concern; hence long-range operation is feasible. However, they face strong competition from licensed LPWAN cellular-based technologies, since at the same time, the cellular industry is also developing standards to support M2M and IoT deployments in an efficient manner. Some of these technologies include narrowband (NB)-IoT and Long Term Evolution for Machine (LTE-M).
The Global LPWAN market is still at a growing stage; with network operators expanding public and private LPWAN networks across the globe.
In certain cases, operators are conducting trials of unlicensed LPWAN integrated with alternative technologies such as satellites for extended coverage or roaming capabilities.
This study will focus on the most advanced LPWAN deployments:
1. Proprietary LPWAN technologies (in unlicensed spectrum):
• LoRaWAN®
• Sigfox
• RPMA®
• Wi-SUN®
2. LPWAN Cellular technologies in licensed spectrum:
• Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT)
• Long-Term Evolution for Machines (LTE-M)
No single technology or company can meet the demands of IoT across sectors and consumers. While most technologies can be expected to coexist, the best alternatives will emerge from trial and error and by mapping features to requirements. The scale of IoT, though vast already, is still far from what can be achieved, and the demand has only just scratched the surface.
This market insight covers the following sections:
• LPWAN overview and characteristics
• Detailed leading LPWAN technologies
• Market drivers and restraints
• Market forecast in terms of connections
• Competitive profiles of technology alliances and public network operators
• Growth opportunities and strategic imperatives for success
The base year of this insight is 2021, with forecasts running up to 2025. The research highlights key trends impacting the Global LPWAN market and outlines future implications.
Why is it Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
The Strategic Imperative 8™
The Impact of the Top Three Strategic Imperatives on LPWAN Industry
Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™
Scope of Analysis
Market Definitions—LPWAN Concept
LPWAN Overview
Market Segmentation
Key Public Network Operators for LPWAN Licensed and Unlicensed Technologies
Key Questions this Study will Answer
Key Growth Metrics for LPWAN Market
Growth Environment
Growth Drivers for LPWAN Market
Growth Driver Analysis for LPWAN Market
Growth Driver Analysis for LPWAN Market (continued)
Growth Restraints for LPWAN Market
Growth Restraints Analysis for LPWAN Market
Growth Restraints Analysis for LPWAN Market (continued)
Forecast Assumptions—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast by Segment—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast by Technology—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast by Region—LPWAN Market
LPWAN Most Relevant Applications Across Industries
Percent Connections by Industry Vertical—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast Analysis—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast Analysis by Segment—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast Analysis by Technology—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast Analysis by Region—LPWAN Market
Connections Forecast Analysis by Industry Vertical—LPWAN Market
Competitive Environment—LPWAN Market
GSMA (NB-IoT and LTE-M) Profile
GSMA (NB-IoT and LTE-M) Profile (continued)
LoRaWAN® Profile
LoRaWAN® Profile (continued)
Sigfox Profile
Sigfox Profile (continued)
Ingenu (RPMA®) Profile
Ingenu (RPMA®) Profile (continued)
Wi-SUN® Profile
Wi-SUN® Profile (continued)
Everynet Profile
Everynet Profile (continued)
American Tower do Brasil (ATC) Profile
American Tower do Brasil (ATC) Profile (continued)
WND Brasil Profile
WND Brasil Profile (continued)
Growth Opportunity 1: Asset Tracking for Logistics & Supply Chain
Growth Opportunity 1: Asset Tracking for Logistics & Supply Chain (continued)
Growth Opportunity 2: Smart and Safe Cities Applications
Growth Opportunity 2: Smart and Safe Cities Applications (continued)
Growth Opportunity 3: Agribusiness to Improve Farmer’s Productivity with Sustainable Practices
Growth Opportunity 3: Agribusiness to Improve Farmer’s Productivity with Sustainable Practices (continued)
Growth Opportunity 4: Retail Analytics and Security
Growth Opportunity 4: Retail Analytics and Security (continued)
Module and Connectivity Pricing References
Module and Connectivity Pricing References (continued)
List of Exhibits
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- LPWAN Market: Details of Leading LPWAN Technologies, Global, 2021–2025
- LPWAN Market: Key Growth Metrics, Global, 2021
- LPWAN Market: Growth Drivers, Global, 2022–2025
- LPWAN Market: Growth Restraints, Global, 2022–2025
- LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast, Global, 2021–2025
- LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Segment, Global, 2021–2025
- LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Technology, Global, 2021–2025
- LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Region, Global, 2021–2025
- LPWAN Market: Most Relevant Applications for LPWAN by Industry Vertical, Global, 2021
- LPWAN Market: Percent Connections by Industry Vertical, Global, 2021
- LPWAN Market: Competitive Environment, Global, 2021
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| Author | Cecilia Perez |
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| List of Charts and Figures | LPWAN Market: Details of Leading LPWAN Technologies, Global, 2021–2025~ LPWAN Market: Key Growth Metrics, Global, 2021~ LPWAN Market: Growth Drivers, Global, 2022–2025~ LPWAN Market: Growth Restraints, Global, 2022–2025~ LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast, Global, 2021–2025~ LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Segment, Global, 2021–2025~ LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Technology, Global, 2021–2025~ LPWAN Market: Connections Forecast by Region, Global, 2021–2025~ LPWAN Market: Most Relevant Applications for LPWAN by Industry Vertical, Global, 2021~ LPWAN Market: Percent Connections by Industry Vertical, Global, 2021~ LPWAN Market: Competitive Environment, Global, 2021~ |
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