Home automation systems in India have witnessed an unprecedented demand in the recent years, due to increased concerns about safety & security, especially in urban areas. With technological advancements in several developing countries across the globe, home automation solutions are evolving continuously and are used in a variety of applications across residential, commercial and hospitality segments. Pune and Mumbai are anticipated to provide lucrative opportunities for the market players, owing to improvement in access to wireless technologies in these cities. As per a recent industry report, the market size was valued at $1,790.9 million in 2018, and is expected to

reach $13,574.1 million by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 29.8 percent during the forecast period 2019-2026.

Many Indian startups have ventured into a wide range of domains including the development of home automation systems. From controlling temperature to dimming lights, from managing entrance gate and cameras to making home appliances smarter, home automation startups in India have developed some cutting edge technology. With these startups at service, comfort is just a click away. These startups provide a one stop solution for all end-to-end automation needs ­ consulting, planning, system design, installation and service. With a motive to provide the most optimal solution to customers, they ensure that they are up to date with the latest and emerging home automation technologies and have partnered with the best of the breed automation providers in the industry.

Recognizing this, we have come up with an exclusive edition on "10 Most Promising Home Automation Startups." The list of startups featured in this edition aims at building its business by delivering effective solutions based on innovative technologies and solutions. We also recommend you to read our cover story on Smart Spaces, a Mumbai-based systems integration company that works towards connecting and integrating smart devices; allowing users to streamline their daily routine.