To recapitulate, the IoT application use cases will define which communication enabler fits best based on multiple parameters like existing telecom networks (with NB-IOT and LTE-M), standalone networks (LoRa and SigFox), static and/or mobility requirements, latency, data transmission rate, power consumption, battery life, components like gateways, controllers and finally the cost. As UAE already has the NB-IoT communication network, most of the IoT projects in UAE will be based on NB-IoT LPWAN as it will speed up deployments and more cost-effective in terms of capex and low operational cost. With flexible deployment as well as the possibility to implement OTA (over-the-air) firmware upgrades, many telecommunication operators across the globe has deployed NB-IoT and LTE-M. According to a new study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc the narrowband-IoT market size is expected to reach USD 6,020 million by 2025, registering a CAGR of 34.9% from 2019 to 2025. NB-IoT is booming.

Cinoy M R is a Business Architect based in Dubai with rich experience in technology solutions and management expertise. He hold’s degree in Bachelors in Technology (Computing) from TRU, Canada, Post Graduation in Business Management, Masters in Business Management (SAP).