The Impact of IoT on Communications Technology

1. The Impact of IoT on
Communications Technology
By: J. Randall Waterfield

2. The Impact of IoT on Communications Technology
Since 1999, J. Randall (Randy) Waterfield has served as chairman of the Waterfield Group, which
today focuses on technology, asset management, and real estate. J. Randall Waterfield also was
appointed to the board of SMTC Manufacturing Innovators, a mid-size provider of electronics
services to companies in multiple industries, including communications technologies.

3. The Impact of IoT on Communications Technology
Multiple new technologies are expected to impact the communications industry. It might be difficult
to imagine, but the end of the cell phone could come sooner than expected. With myriad devices
that can perform limited cell phone functions, manufacturers are creating devices that would work
in conjunction with an Internet of Things (IoT) network to provide full functionality. For example,
smart watches and other wearable devices could potentially function similarly to current cell
phones.

4. The Impact of IoT on Communications Technology
Many manufacturers also are using IoT technology to give users more control of when and where
to use their home appliances. Because of the increased focus in this area, mobile data volume will
likely increase.