It’s the end of 2022, and smart homes are more popular than ever. Though written nearly four years ago, our blog on the evolution of smart home technology remains one of our most viewed pieces of content, giving stock to the ever-increasing relevance of IoT technology in the home.

Sensors reflect the fundamentals of progressive technology. If we think of the human body and the five senses that help us navigate life, sensors are technology's equivalent. They register touch, sound, light, and motion. Sensors process this information and respond to it, just like humans do.

Smart home tech is finally breaking into the mainstream. CCTV streams and automated energy controls are a few of the technologies revolutionizing homes. The main appeal of these technologies is the level of control they grant consumers. Given the global energy crisis, sky-high inflation, and the critical threat of climate change, increased popularity isn't exactly surprising.

As our team takes to the show floor in Chicago for the highly anticipated IMTS, our focus at BCC Research is on all things manufacturing. Hoping to connect and be inspired by industry professionals around the world, Greg and Joel are meeting clients, attending conferences, and immersing themselves in the annual event.

When we look to the future we see a world in chrome, with robots tutoring our children and driving our cars. Of course, in 2022, these predictions aren’t far off, and artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been implemented in most industries in some form or another.

The Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed countless industries, and agriculture is no different.

Sensors are an essential part of the Internet of Things (IoT). As the primary means of collecting data from the physical world, they often act as the critical springboard for IoT communications. The data sensors collect is recorded, and then passed along the expansive IoT network.

Until 2020, face masks were pieces of personal protective equipment most often seen in professional settings, such as hospitals or in workplaces where harmful dusts and chemicals are used. Once the pandemic hit, governments globally ramped up the production of face masks to enable citizens to be able to wear masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The global market for vertical farming is estimated to grow from $3.7 billion in 2021 to $10.5 billion by 2026 at a compound annual growth rate of 23.4% during the forecast period of 2021-2026.

The global digital twin market is experiencing a boom in terms of growth. In fact, the market is expected to increase from $4.9 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 59% during the forecast period 2021-2026.