For the 6th consecutive year, Crossbow Technology has been chosen for the prestigious M2M 100. The M2M 100 is a list consisting of the most influential companies in the machine-to-machine space. Crossbow has been listed in M2M's Top 100 since the list's conception in 2005. In all 6 years, Crossbow has
maintained its position as the market leader in the wireless sensor
network space. With its innovative products
and a proactive focus on providing customers with the latest in
technology and capability, Crossbow offers users a full portfolio of
hardware and software solutions with strong customer support.
The M2M 100 is a directory of the most important machine-to-machine technology providers as determined by the editors of M2M magazine and its editorial advisory board. It is designed to provide a snapshot of the market as it exists today and the companies with the greatest impact on its direction.
This past year, the M2M industry did see noteworthy market consolidation, but also found itself continuing the pattern of stability that has been prominent in recent years. Eight new companies were added to the M2M 100 list in 2010. Among the new additions for 2010 were big names like Google and Cisco Systems, among others—companies that, while large and well-established overall, are just beginning to make M2M a strategic initiative.
“The M2M 100 represents the leaders in a rapidly changing marketplace, especially as machine-to-machine extends its reach into B2B, and now B2C,” says Peggy Smedley, editorial director, M2M magazine. “Right now, we are witnessing the evolution of this industry, and the 100 companies named are the face of the market today as well as what we see in the future.”
Companies are chosen for the M2M 100 based on a number of criteria, including strength and number of customer references; establishment in the market; growth potential; and active involvement in and support for the M2M community.
“The machine-to-machine industry is providing solutions that streamline processes and generate additional opportunities for those who are deploying them. Because of this, M2M has continued to broaden its reach, even in these struggling economic times,” says Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, M2M magazine. Many companies were considered for this year's directory, but only the M2M 100 passed the rigorous selection process. The list is published annually.
