So far, the market splits into market leader WhereNet’s 2.45 GHz ISO standard Time Difference of Arrivals (TDOA) system and the various Ultra Wide band offerings using TDOA and alternatives all serving the top of the market where superlative availability and accuracy are paramount. Usually at lower cost, we see systems working off existing WiFi infrastructure and other technologies that serve markets where cost of ownership and easy installation are more important and performance compromises are acceptable. In 2008, about $40 million will go to WhereNet, $40-45 million to UWB RTLS options, $40-45 million to WiFi RTLS and about $20 million to other RTLS technologies. In years to come, that other category will at least hold its own however, because it is here that some systems are self calibrating, some have battery operated readers, some locate by room as requested by certain hospitals and there are other benefits available that are sought by significant segments of the rapidly emerging market.
- People:
- Peter Harrop
- WhereNet