Summary
This technical report presents the findings from a comprehensive survey conducted by Kaleido Intelligence, focusing on enterprise perceptions of cellular IoT connectivity. The survey, which included responses from 800 decision-makers across five key industry verticals—Transportation & Logistics, Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Energy & Utilities, and Smart Cities—was carried out between February and April 2023. The report highlights the significant growth in cellular IoT connections, with a 26% increase in 2022, and discusses the complexities enterprises face in navigating the cellular IoT ecosystem. Key challenges identified include the deployment of private cellular networks, security concerns, and the need for expertise in device choice and configuration. Additionally, the report outlines the varying perceptions between cellular IoT adopters and non-adopters regarding the benefits and challenges of private LTE and 5G technologies. The findings aim to provide insights into improving the adoption and implementation of cellular IoT solutions.
