The “fast-casual” food industry — think of places like Chipotle or Panera— is booming. According to Technavio, the market for fast-casual fare is expected to hit $66.87 billion by 2020, and there are dozens (if not hundreds) of fast-casual concepts that have opened in recent years to compete for their share of the pie, some…
According to research from Technavio, the global agriculture machine to machine (M2M) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 47% from 2017 to 2021. “M2M technology is a crucial enabler for the rapid transformation of the agricultural sector toward smart farming. These technologies help in remote connectivity between the sensor networks in the…
Education technology is one of three “emerging trends” poised to impact the United States community college market from 2017-2021, according to a new report from Technavio. The market research firm defines an emerging trend as “a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market and contribute to its growth or decline.” Technavio predicts…
Convenience and security always have a significant impact on the customer’s choice. From healthcare sector to defense, and transportation industry, biometric technology is a reliable and foolproof option to improve security. In recent times, the technology pertaining to the security of premises has taken many fruitful steps, thanks to the advent of cutting-edge innovation known…
There are few experiences as exhilarating and eventful as taming wild ways on an off-road motorcycle. This rather expensive hobby has now graduated into a popular sport that commands a sizable fanbase. For vendors, accommodating this new-found demand for performance motorcycles has been a lucrative proposition, and has helped spawn dedicated brands that appeal to…
Industrial robotics has emerged as a major part of the manufacturing industry. From being programmed easily to adapt to new production lines to producing defect-free products, the use of industrial robotics has gained immense popularity in the US. Unlike manual labor, these robots bring down the chances of product failure drastically. Also, they do not…
In recent times, there has been significant hype globally for what has been described as a magical material, graphene. It is notionally stated to be more conductive than carbon, stronger than steel, and extremely flexible. Graphene is a compound of carbon atoms which is assumed to be eco-friendly and has limitless applications such as lithium-ion…
The decisive role played by laser systems in adding the much-needed edge to the military prowess can no longer be ignored. New defense technology is all about making the most of laser systems for lethal attack strategy and countering battlefield chaos. The limitations of current laser weapon systems, along with failing prototypes, are two major…
For any surgical specialist in the healthcare industry, surgical lasers are essential tools that are used in both human and veterinary medicine. Surgical laser is mainly used in the treatment of chronic disorders as well as therapies including photodynamic, laser-assisted procedures, photomedicine, and light therapy. This pathbreaking technology has gained immense traction in the past…
Like any other apparel, footwear has transformed tremendously through time and across cultures. From a compelling product for the protection of one’s feet to a significant fashion apparel, the footwear industry has come a long way and has become highly dynamic. With a remarkable improvement in the demand for fashionable footwear among the female population…
