Rogers Communications rolls out Internet of Things “as a service”

Rogers Communications said it will be introducing Internet of Things (IoT) ‘as a service’ to simplify the process of managing complex IoT systems. Two of the first systems being offered as a service include Farm & Food Monitoring and Level Monitoring. Rogers will deliver these exclusively with blueRover, a Canadian-based provider.

Wireless networks will provide the primary impetus to the telecom industry. In this regard, IoT holds potential to emerge as the numero uno factor for future growth in the space. The IoT is a network of physical objects embedded with electronics, software, sensors and connectivity that enables it to achieve greater value and service by exchanging data with other connected devices. Machine-to-machine (M2M) communications is a key example. IoT needs superfast wireless links to run effectively.

According to a report by research firm International Data Corporation (IDC), worldwide spending on IoT is slated to grow at a 17% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to nearly $1.3 trillion in 2019 from $698.6 billion in 2015. Rogers Communications has estimated that currently a little over 45% of Canadian organizations are deploying IoT solutions. The company expects the Canadian IoT market size to reach a value of $13.5 billion by 2019.

Rogers Communications continues to roll out 700 MHz LTE ‘lower block’ spectrum which provides better in-building penetration and rural LTE coverage. At present, the spectrum coverage stands at 71% of Canada’s population. Lately, the company announced its acquisition of Internetworking Atlantic Inc. (“IAI”), a communications technology company that offers a range of IT products to business institutions. The deal will help Rogers Communications provide enhanced technology and enterprise service solutions to its business customers.

Agencies/Canadajournal