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Almost nine months after announcing plans to launch its own home automation solution, Rogers of Canada has finally announced the release of Smart Home Automation, a managed home solution.  According to Rogers the new solution brings home monitoring and automation to Canada’s home owners finger tip whether they are home or away. The move is part of Rogers’ strategy to move into new markets and create new revenue streams.

uControl, a leader in the SMA space, will officially announce the creation of OpenSMA: an industry program committed to the growth and development of the SMA market, On Tuesday 26 October.  OpenSMA is focused on open, technology-agnostic standards and a collaboration of the widest variety of players who power the Connected Home.  The OpenSMA program will foster complete compatibility and integration across all members’ products and services.