Connectivity Ecosystem Partnership

Connectivity Ecosystem

Schneider Electric, Danfoss and Somfy join forces to create a Connectivity Ecosystem for residential, mid-size building and hotel markets.

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300 years of experience

Together, we combine 300 years of innovation and expertise with the largest global network of trusted installers in the industry.
Meeting our customer expectations

Seamless and easy integration of our solutions for selected segments and geographies.

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Our reason

The Challenge: Common Perceptions

Despite traction of connected devices from early technology adopters, the level of penetration of connectivity in households and small buildings is still very low.

Connectivity is still perceived to be lacking in simplicity, reliability and efficiency. The belief is that interoperability is too complex and lacks post-sales and installation support.

The Solution: A Unique Partnership

We believe now is the time to partner together to accelerate on connectivity. Our goal is to promote connectivity and to create value for our customers.

This will require close collaboration with fellow application leaders to develop solutions that work seamlessly together. We aim to attract new partners who share our vision to join us in the Connectivity Ecosystem.

Who we are

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More than 300 years of industry expertise

Combining more than 300 years of industry expertise, we aim to redefine the future of connectivity, advance active energy efficiency, security and comfort.

A large, global network of trained installers with local services and support

We have developed a network of over 300,000 installers from around the globe with whom we have mutual trust and understanding. Our channel partners—Schneider Electric EcoXperts, Somfy Experts and Danfoss—offer the expertise required to continue to build and develop connectivity maturity.

Three leaders join forces to increase the adoption of connectivity

Shutter Control and Security

• Footprint in 60 countries and 125 subsidiaries
• World leader in the automatic control of openings and closures in homes and buildings
• Key Player in the Connected Home for 10 years
• Strong Somfy Expert and installers network worldwide

Electrical Distribution, Energy Management and Lighting Control

• #1 worldwide in final distribution
• 250M homes served worldwide
• 28M buildings served worldwide
• >65% small and medium buildings
• Electrician channel ~ 205K worldwide

Smart Heating Control

• Leading position within Residential Heating and Indoor Climate
• #1 position in District Energy Solutions
• Leading within hydronic balancing and HVAC controls for Non-Residential
• Strong installer network spanning across Europe, Russia and China

Our commitments

Seamless and Simple Integration

By aligning our connectivity and technology strategies, we ensure the development of an open ecosystem, making our products seamlessly interoperable at the controller level — or at the cloud level through an application programming interface (API).

Qualified Use Cases

Connectivity only makes sense if our value propositions meet our customer expectations. This is why we are engaged with customers and partners, reviewing and co-developing customised solutions for selected segments.

We have tested, validated and documented solutions that our expert installers and system integrators are trained on and ready to support.

Connectivity Ecosystem Use Cases

Fully integrated Guest Room Management

Seamless integration between Schneider Electric, Somfy and Danfoss to deliver integrated Guest Room Management for limited services to luxury hotels.

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Best-in-breed controls for High-End Residential segment

A tested, validated and documented architecture that connects Wiser for KNX to the Somfy blind controller that provides additional benefits to the end-user.

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First Smart-Home-Ready Electrical Panel

The Schneider Electric Resi9 electrical panel can now include a full connectivity platform based on two expert systems: Wiser for Energy Management and TaHoma for Smart Home Management. It becomes a hub for electrical safety and smart home environment.

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Meeting our customers' needs

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Retail Manager

"Business continuity is the most important to me…
Now I can rely on my contractor to advise the most reliable and future-proof solutions".

Hotel Owner

"My number one priority is to ensure guest satisfaction while maximising operational efficiency…
Now I can meet brand standards to deliver a consistent guest experience across all of my properties and feel confident with worldwide support".

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Home Owner

"I want my home to be comfortable and secure…
Now, with dedicated support at my fingertips, I have peace of mind about the complexity of smart home technology".

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Property Developer

"Attracting tenants and owners is my main objective...
Now, I can trust my investment and be worry-free with post-sales support for my customers during the life cycle of their new homes".

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System Integrator

"I need help growing my business with new technologies that drive integration and speed migration...
Now I can generate demand by offering differentiated, proven solutions with efficient engineering and commissioning".

Contractor

"I need simplicity to deliver solutions on time, on budget and without risk...
Now I can install proven, standardised architectures that optimise efficiency without increasing cost".

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The Connectivity Ecosystem

Open to a dynamic partnership environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to all your questions about the Connectivity Ecosystem partnership.

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Connectivity Brochure

Discover how we are working together to improve connectivity in residential, mid-size building and hotel markets.

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Connectivity Ecosystem

Schneider Electric, Danfoss and Somfy join forces to create a Connectivity Ecosystem for residential, mid-size building and hotel markets.