IoT, or the Internet of Things, is a network of connected devices that use sensors, processors and software to transmit data to and from an interface or platform. From this data, metrics ranging from human biometrics to vehicle maintenance logs can be tracked. Projections for the Canadian IoT market estimate 10 percent annual growth in forthcoming years. Here are the companies to watch.
Vancouver IoT Companies
- Sierra Wireless
- Plantiga
- Operto
- LifeBooster
- Elevated Signals
Top IoT Companies in Vancouver
Sierra Wireless offers integrated hardware, IoT and connectivity products and services, including cellular modules, machine-to-machine communications devices like its AirVantage product and the AirLink line of wireless gateways. Its IoT modules are embedded into electronic devices in order to create conduits for wireless communication with remote networks.
Plantiga makes an IoT sensor system, powered by AI, that fits in athletes’ shoes and delivers insights into their health and readiness for activity. Marketed to athletes who play basketball, baseball, American football, football, tennis, golf, hockey and track, the system can predict and prevent injury by assessing movement asymmetries and generating sport-specific reports.
Operto is a proptech IoT company that makes property management systems. Using property automation and IoT devices, its software products facilitate fully remote digital management of hotels, short term and vacation rentals, and invisible-service hospitality businesses. Processes like keyless entry, automated check-in and guest verification are delivered through a network of on-property IoT devices.
LifeBooster is an IoT company that works with risk analytics, insurance technology and wearable devices to improve workplace safety. Its LifeBooster SENZ product, a risk assessment platform, uses wearable IoT devices to collect and analyze data on workplace injuries from factors like repetitive strain, heat stress, hand arm vibration and awkward and sustained postures.
Elevated Signals makes inventory management software for manufacturing that is used to cohere the various departments of client companies’ operations teams. With priority on automation, the software creates workflows that connect, sequence, track and analyze the various phases of the manufacturing process. IoT remote monitoring software is used to deliver real-time operational data which in turn informs workflow adjustments.
