Sensor Networks

Redefining smart home dynamics for risk management and energy efficiency

Cape Town, South Africa · Founded 2007

Headquarters
Cape Town
Employees
11–50
Founded
2007
Business Model
B2B
Last Round
Venture RoundAug 2017
Rounds
1

About

Sensor Networks is South Africa's most established smart home IoT platform, founded in 2007 by serial entrepreneur Mark Allewell to help insurance companies reduce risk through intelligent geyser monitoring. The company develops hardware and software solutions for risk management, energy efficiency, and smart home security, partnering with major South African insurers including Standard Insurance, Nedbank Insurance, and Santam. Its platform combines smart geyser management, alarm connectivity, and data analytics to empower insurers with predictive insights that reduce claims and lower customer premiums.

Summary

Sensor Networks is an Artificial Intelligence company based in Cape Town, South Africa, founded in 2007. Its most recent funding was a Venture Round in Aug 2017. Investors include 4Di Capital.

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Funding History

Venture RoundVenture FundingAug 2017

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