This study looks at the European machine-to-machine (M2M) market, which is recovering from a tough 2009 that primarily has adversely affected the hardware side of the market. The study focuses on wireless sensing solutions, including M2M and RFID consulting, design, implementation, and managed services. Essentially, many potential projects have been delayed or completely discontinued. Going forward we expect projects to come out of the drawer. The two most promising markets seem to be healthcare and consumer electronics. It is, however, important that prospective vendors understand that the M2M market segments are very different from each other and need specific strategies and partnerships.

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Methodology
M2M Components and Segments
Automation and Monitoring
Transportation and Control
eSafety/ICar Initiative
Alarms and Building Surveillance
Healthcare/Medical Solutions
Other Business Solutions
Consumer Solutions
RFID Solutions
Situation Overview
 Figure: M2M Ecosystem
On RFID
Hardware Vendor Profiles
Cinterion
Telit
Motorola
Sierra Wireless
Gemalto
Enfora
SIMCom
Telco Profiles
Orange/France Telecom
Telefónica/O2
Vodafone
T-Mobile
MMOs and Platform Providers
Telenor Connexion
Jasper Wireless
Wyless
KORE Telematics
nPhase
Systems Integrator Profiles
IBM
Accenture
Key Market Trends
M2M SaaS/Cloud Emerging
Machine-to-Man Solutions
Lower Hardware Costs
Partnerships
Consumer Electronics Will Boom
On RFID
IDC Leadership Grid
Competitive Vendor Positioning
Opportunity Alignment
Ability to Gain Share
 Figure: IDC Leadership Grid: West European M2M Market, 2010
Future Outlook
Forecast and Assumptions
 Table: Key Forecast Assumptions for the West European M2M Market, 2009–2014
 Table: Western Europe M2M Revenue 2009–2014 ($B)
 Table: Western Europe RFID Revenue 2009–2014 ($B)
Market Context
 Figure: Comparison of West European M2M Market Revenue Growth Forecasts for 2008–2014
 Table: Comparison of West European M2M Market Revenue Growth Forecasts 2008–2014 ($B)
Essential Guidance
For Hardware Vendors
Business Intelligence
Address Key Customer Concerns
RFID Guidance
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Synopsis