
Utilities are the second most
preferred provider but do not score more than 20% of households among any European country. From the article, "1/3 of German households prefer a home security company to provide home monitoring equipment. " Service providers can offer home controls solutions directly to the consumer or offer the services to a partner such as a utility or OEM, which then provides the service to consumers. Multiple telecoms are launching home controls solutions, using a variety of business models. Deutsche Telekom is investing in energy specific service platforms, with partners including Miele, Samsung, and digitalSTROM. Similarly, Swisscom and
iControl Networks have a strategic partnership to deploy a sophisticated home automation and monitoring solution.
In recent times, home security devices have seen a great
evolution due to its high end inbuilt features and robustness.

More often than not, renters aren’t permitted to
mount or install anything within the home. However, there are a number of home security systems that are designed with renters in mind and can work around these restrictions. Wireless, do it yourself home security systems are usually the best options for renters. They require no installation, are simple to set up, and can easily be moved should the renter relocate to a new residence. Home security systems
such as SimpliSafe and Protect America are renter friendly, as they have various DIY and wireless options. Asset protection devices are designed to protect specific, tangible assets, such as jewelry, paintings, cash boxes, and family heirlooms.