Jennifer Kent and Tam Williams, Parks Associates | April 2025

This white paper explores how the home security industry is evolving from hardware-centric solutions to software-defined intelligence. It examines the growing role of AI, cloud platforms, and multifunctional smart devices in delivering adaptive, scalable, and cost-effective security. Trends such as presence verification, real-time monitoring, and integrated ecosystems are emphasized. The report concludes that interoperability and software intelligence will define the next generation of smart home security.

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