The idea of smart homes has been around for several decades, but the technological advancements that took place in the last two decades have allowed engineers and project managers to incorporate new computing and communications innovations into their products and services enabling them to improve performance and expand capabilities. With each passing generation, we are continuously learning and ma
stering the complexities that takes place in the technological sectors by reminding ourselves to fulfill the promise we made to our consumers of providing them with a truly secure and smart home. Over the years, people all around the world have embraced mobile telecommunications; connectivity has allowed them to stay in touch with one another from any corner of the world. Now, combining that connectivity with innovations, engineers and project managers are able to create the right environment for a new market in the smart home services. From smart locks to smart lights, the smart home of the future will deliver a range of innovative services to homeowners using a variety of intelligent, connected devices. The main value of smart home services will be inhaling information and control of connected devices in the home no matter where they are. Consumers will be able to monitor and control multiple in-home devices on different display units ideally using a same, easy-to-read interface, with the mobile handset serving as the primary device for remote access to the home information. Vision: To enlighten, reflect on and illustrate the importance of making relevant connections to people and places through connectivity, innovation and performance.
