Battle for the Front Door: The Access Control Ecosystem

The smart home starts at the front door – smart door locks, video doorbells, and garage doors are access-control devices that are foundational to smart home growth. The front door also represents the access point for a future world of services. Companies are vying for ecosystem control of access points into the home that leverage home service opportunities. This report assesses the access control ecosystem, profiles key players, and evaluates the strategies toward home services. It includes five-year forecasts of unit sales and revenues for smart door locks, video doorbells, and smart garage door openers.

Key Questions Answered

• What percent of broadband households have adopted access control devices? What are purchase intentions for 2020?
• Who are the key players in the access control ecosystem and what are their strategies?
• What product capabilities do consumers value most for access control devices?
• How willing are consumers to pay for in-home and in-garage delivery services?
• What opportunities exist in the MDU and home builder spaces for access control devices?