Worldwide IDC Global DataSphere IoT Device Installed Base and Data Generated Forecast, 2024-2028

This IDC study forecasts the installed base of the number of connected IoT "things" and the data generated yearly by these things. This forecast study also categorizes the devices and the data across several categories, including computer vision cameras, consumer/connected homes, industrial/commercial, medical devices, and navigation/automotive/transportation. The Market Definition section includes definitions of the categories and the devices in each category."IoT continues to be the driving force for digital transformation. The data gathered from connected devices is now fueling AI, creating another data race," said Carlos M. Gonzalez, research manager for the Internet of Things at IDC. "Organizations looking to enhance operations need to continue to grow their IoT networks to gain operational insights and be ready for the next wave of innovation driven by AI."