Smart products, smarter services : strategies for embedded control / Mary J. Cronin.

Author/creator Cronin, Mary J.
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Cambridge University Press, 2010.
Descriptionxi, 337 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentCover image
Subjects

Contents Machine generated contents note: List of figures; List of tables; Acknowledgements; 1. Evolution of embedded intelligence; 2. Smart product ecosystems; 3. Embedded product controls; 4. Intelligent automobiles; 5. Smartphones and wireless services; 6. Energy: imbalance of power; 7. Smart home vision and reality; 8. Connected machines and consumer value; 9. Smart product privacy issues; 10. Strategies for managing smart products and services; References; Index.
Abstract "Billions of smart connected products are changing the competitive landscape for business and the daily lives of consumers. This book analyzes the evolution of embedded product intelligence and the impact of smart products on the automotive, wireless, energy, residential and health industries. It considers the transformation of consumer ownership models and privacy issues when smart products continuously monitor consumer behavior. Smart Products, Smarter Services recommends strategies for creating profitable smart ecosystems, product platforms and services"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2010024609
ISBN9780521195195 (hardback)
ISBN0521195195 (hardback)
ISBN9780521147507 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0521147506 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks TK7895.E42 C76 2010 ✔ Available Place Hold