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Machine-to-machine (M2M) technology involves systems that allow devices or machines to communicate and exchange information with each other without direct human intervention. This communication can occur through various channels, including wired networks, wireless networks, or the Internet.
The primary components of M2M systems include sensors, actuators, memory, radio frequency identification (RFID), power modules, and communication modules. Sensors detect and measure physical properties, such as temperature, light, or motion, and convert this data into signals that machines can process. M2M technologies utilize various communication methods, including cellular connections, low-power wide area networks, short-range communications, metropolitan area networks (MAN), wide area fixed networks, and satellite connections. These solutions serve both large enterprises and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across diverse sectors, including retail, banking and financial institutions, telecom and IT, healthcare, automotive, oil and gas, transportation, and others.
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The machine-to-machine (M2M) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $33.71 billion in 2024 to $36.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand in the IT and telecom sectors, increasing demand for commercial and passenger vehicles, an increase due to its requirement in various industrial sectors, and a rise in internet usage.
The machine-to-machine (M2M) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $49.79 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5g adoption, edge computing, AI integration, data analytics growth, IoT expansion, and enhanced security needs.Major trends in the forecast period include real-time data processing, cloud-based solutions, predictive maintenance, cross-industry collaborations, energy efficiency focus, customized service offerings.
The increasing popularity of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is expected to drive growth in the machine-to-machine (M2M) market. IoT devices are interconnected gadgets that communicate and exchange data via the Internet. The rise in IoT devices is fueled by several factors, including technological advancements, enhanced connectivity and bandwidth, reduced costs of sensors and hardware, a growing need for automation and data-driven decision-making, and widespread adoption of cloud computing. M2M technology within IoT devices allows for direct communication and data exchange between devices without human intervention, thereby optimizing automation and efficiency. For example, Ericsson, a Sweden-based telecommunications company, reported in 2023 that total IoT connections reached 15.7 billion and are projected to grow by 16% to 38.8 billion by 2029. This surge in IoT device popularity is propelling the M2M market forward.
Companies in the M2M market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as IoT platforms for M2M operations, to offer more efficient, reliable, and scalable solutions that meet the increasing demands of various industries. IoT platforms for M2M operations are integrated software solutions that facilitate seamless communication and management of devices and machines within a connected network. For instance, in August 2024, Hayo, a US-based company specializing in smart home technology, launched its global IoT platform. This platform supports both M2M and consumer IoT applications, allowing mobile network operators to white-label and resell it. It serves multiple sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and transportation, and is powered by a cloud-native full-core network, ensuring high speed and performance for seamless device communication and data sharing. The platform uses advanced AI algorithms to analyze data and provide valuable insights, enhancing operational efficiency and automating business processes.
In May 2022, Rosmerta Group, a transport technology company based in India, acquired Sensorise Digital Services Private Limited for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to utilize Rosmerta's financial and technological capabilities to support Sensorise's growth while enhancing Rosmerta's offerings in the M2M and IoT sectors. Sensorise Digital Services Private Limited is an India-based developer specializing in IoT and M2M communications.
Major companies operating in the machine-to-machine (M2M) market are Verizon Communications Inc., AT&T Inc., T-Mobile US Inc., Intel Corporation, Vodafone Group Plc, Cisco Systems Inc., Orange S.A., Qualcomm Incorporated, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Thales Group, ZTE Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Rogers Communications Inc., Microchip Technology Incorporated, Telenor Group, Zebra Technologies Corporation, Amdocs Limited, Gemalto N.V., Advantech Co. Ltd., Comarch S.A., Telit Communications Plc, KORE Wireless Group Inc., Lantronix Inc., Laird Technologies Inc.
North America was the largest region in the machine-to-machine (M2M) market in 2024. The regions covered in the machine-to-machine (M2M) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the machine-to-machine (M2M) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The machine-to-machine (M2M) market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as remote monitoring and management, customer and user services, and fleet and asset management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The machine-to-machine (M2M) market includes sales of sensors, actuators, communication modules, routers, and network and software platforms. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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