Challenges of M2M Technologies for eHealth

摘要

The machine-to-machine (M2M) market is significantly growing, especially for eHealth. In this paper, we analyze the requirements of M2M technologies for device and application domains in the eHealth area, including health centers and patient networks. Our work details some challenges of M2M in providing interoperability and standardization to allow for and promote a homogeneous eHealth ecosystem. We also discuss the necessary investments for implementing M2M (both in the health center and the patient's home), and for the development of a more detailed M2M standard, enabling interoperability between devices.