There is a variety of smart factory and manufacturing available in the market based on their usability and applicability. On the basis of solution, the smart factory and manufacturing market can be segmented into hardware and software solutions. the hardware segment is expected to have the largest share in smart factory and manufacturing, while software is expected to have highest growth during the forecast period. Both the segments can be classified into sub segments as shown in the following figure:

The need for security of applications that employ critical information, documents, and credential is leading to an increasing adoption of smart contact-less card technology, as they enhance security through encryption and communication between the smart card device and the card reader. Apart from this, smart cards are increasingly getting deployed as a tool of stored value, particularly in loyalty programs across various sectors, like transportation, parking, and retail that track data and offer incentives to retain their customer bases. The advent of multifunction cards has made it convenient to manage the network system access and store valuable and other data. In addition, smart cards help in safeguarding the private information of individuals and keeping their informational details safe from hacking and other unwanted intrusions. Smart cards hold tremendous promises in the advanced authentication applications, as smart card coupled with PIN provides two-factor authentication in a much more secure means of authenticating users. Technological advancements in the market has witnessed the advent of cards that allow authentication to provide unified access and advanced authentication for physical access to the buildings and computer systems.

Real-time location systems (RTLS) detect and track the geographical position of people and objects in real-time. The RTLS consists of a tag that is attached to objects or individuals and the signals conveyed from this tag are analyzed with respect to a fixed point of reference, which helps in finding the precise location of the individual or the object. RTLS encompasses location readers, sensors, application software, battery powered tags, and network infrastructure. This report features information on real time location system and services offered by key vendors. Furthermore, it highlights the strategies adopted by key market players to improve the market share and sustain competition.

solution continues to be used, driven by low-end mobile phones, targeting emNAND flash memories are known for their uncomplicated structure, high capacity, and low cost. Their typical features are sequential reading, architecture, and high density. NAND flash memories are becoming more popular due to their usage as Solid-State Drives (SSDs) and USB flash drives, which are called flash storage devices. With the rise of PCs and smar tphones, NAND flash consumption is dramatically increasing, much of which is attributed to the growth of the average capacity in smartphones. This is expected to drive the demand for NAND flash packaging, thus influencing the demand for memory packaging. According to the Micron, in 2017, the average smartphone contained 43 GB of NAND flash storage, and it is expected to grow substantially over the next four years. By 2021, the company estimates that the average phone may have 142 GB of NAND flash storage, with flagship devices having one terabyte of flash storage. Within mobile phones, use of NAND flash for improved data storage has grown in areas, such as multi-chip packages (MCP) and package-on-package (POP), and high-density embedded storage, and MCPs/POPs and card slots in handsets.

The massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) technology is the most recent iteration of antennas. With the wide range of advantages, such as increased range and 3D beamforming, it is expected that this technology will rapidly expand the adoption rates of this technology, especially in the advanced telecommunication markets, like North America and Europe. However, in the case of much higher demand zones of Asia-Pacific, this technology is still in the testing phase and is limited to the top-end commercial applications only. The ongoing pandemic of COVID-19 propelled the industries in all the sectors to either stop their manufacturing completely or grant work from homes to their employees. This boosted the usage of internet for browsing online media content, increased calling are some of the factors that are putting a burden on the existing networks. Therefore it has become imperative for the players in the telecom industry to look for solutions like MIMO in order to provide uninterrupted services to its consumers. In recent years, the increasing number of mobile devices for commercial use, coupled with the trend of ‘bringing your own device’ (BYOD) to work, created an enormous demand for high-speed internet connections, which is expected to further propel the growth of the market.

A GaN power device is an electronic device equipped with artificial intelligent algorithms and IoT for smart connection for human assistance, monitoring, and other intelligent functions. The GaN power devices are used in various applications such as consumer electronics, healthcare, automotive, military & defense, media & entertainment, and others. The consumer electronics segment accounted for the highest revenue in 2018. Whereas, military & defense segment is expected to create future opportunities for the market. The GaN power device market is analyzed and estimated in accordance with the impacts of the drivers, restraints, and opportunities. The period studied in this report is 2019–2027. The GaN power device market is segmented on the basis of type, application, and region. Based on type, the market is divided into smart watch, smart glasses, smart earwear, smart gloves, and others. Depending on application, it is categorized into consumer electronics, healthcare, automotive, military & defense, media & entertainment, and others. Region wise, as the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

In an increasingly digital world and fragmented telecommunications industry, MVNOs are on the rise, applying emerging technologies, exploring new ver ticals, and providing value to both consumers and existing mobile network operators (MNOs). Together with mobile virtual network enablers (MVNEs), which offer network infrastructure and related services to MVNOs, MVNOs allow carriers to expand into new geographic areas and provide unique features and products, increasing connectivity, and responding to niche consumer demands. Currently, MVNOs are well-established in the developed markets, and may become increasingly important in the developing markets as they mature. In recent years, competition in the MVNO market has shifted from pricing to value-added services and product differentiation, owing to the prominence of MNOs in the low-cost cellular services market, in both developed and developing countries. The United States boasts one of the largest MVNO markets in the world and has hosted hundreds of disparate virtual operators and sub-brands, over the last two decades. MVNOs flourished in the United States, due to the Lifeline subsidiary program run by FCC in the country. The major states in the United States have teamed up a few MVNOS, to provide mobile and broadband services at a very subsidized rate.

Mobile security is one of the key elements within mobile devices as it provides better security function to smartphones, laptop and tablets. In addition, increase in usage of mobile devices for tasks that involve sensitive data like important banking information, credit card numbers and social security numbers boosts the growth of the market. Increase in online mobile payment and the rising security need arising from adoption of bring your own devices (BYOD) in workplaces are the major factor driving the growth of the market. In addition, surge in need to provide protection to video streaming content fuels the growth of the market. Furthermore, high cost of mobile security solution and complexity in designing embedded security solution hampers the growth of the market. Furthermore, growth in usage of machine learning and artificial intelligence in mobile security application is expected to provide lucrative opportunity for the market.