The Internet of Things and M2M: Security and surveillance

This article was produced by Olswang LLP, which joined with CMS on 1 May 2017.

One of the biggest advantages of M2M is the ability to monitor and control things from a distance. Whether this relates to cargo, machinery, work sites or employee productivity, through the use of M2M a constant information stream is guaranteed.

Potential problems can be identified immediately, improving reaction time and increasing overall security and company performance. In particular through data collection and video or audio surveillance operations can be made more efficient.

In the home environment, the work security also takes on a new meaning. M2M helps reduce or even prevent theft for example by linking smartphones to intruder or car alarms and allowing pets or even people to be "tracked".

To find out more about the legal services and business support we can provide in this sector, click here.