Compiled by Plume IQ and unveiled on August 23, 2022, this report not only sheds light on the contemporary smart home market but also distills the myriad trends influencing communication service providers (CSPs). These trends span operational intricacies, customer contentment, and avenues for financial advancement. A comparative analysis with 2021 reveals a surge in the strain on CSPs’ networks, attributed to the escalation in device count, data consumption, and device activity duration. The spheres of network management and security have likewise infiltrated CSPs’ operations. Foremost among the insights gleaned is the potential CSPs harbor for inventive growth and capitalization, underpinned by the data reservoirs furnished by Plume IQ.

Keywords: Audio/Video, Communications, Cybersecurity/Privacy, Energy Efficiency/Management, Fiber Optics, Internet of Things (IoT)