Why is there not a global PLM for the ISY-994?

[Teken]

As the title states clearly.

 

Why is there not a global PLM made available from Insteon / Smarthome? I know there have been a few short replies through the community and related forums.

 

But, I would like a straight answer as to why this is?

 

I truly believe if Smarthome offered a global PLM the Insteon adoption rate would increase a lot faster than it is. It would also provide cross sales for both companies and allow those who wish to use a proven HA controller such as the ISY-994.

 

Based on the customer ratings and feed back the HUB is taking a beating and is not ready for prime time. I can't see why a company would release a product to the global market and not be ready. This reflects poorly on the name brand and the product in general.

 

Many of you know the ISY-994 has single handily turned a sub par product into a stellar product only because of the hard work and dedication of the UDI team.

 

One has to wonder how offering a global PLM with a proven HA controller in the market could be a bad thing?

 

Here is the same question and a plug for UDI on the SH forum.

 

http://www.smarthome.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=13992

 

Teken . . .

[MWareman]

I have to say, once I get my Z-Wave module for my ISY, I suspect my reliance on Insteon / Smarthome will drop off sharply. Just sayin'

[ISYhbsh01]

I am having a feeling lately, and I might be wrong, that Smarthome recently started having an attitude as if UDI is their competitor rather than a major partner bringing them huge business. I can't pinpoint exactly where I got this feeling from, but it seems that I am not the only one seeing it this way. I for one would never have bought anything Insteon without the ISY.

 

Does anyone else see it that way?

 

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[Teken]

I am having a feeling lately, and I might be wrong, that Smarthome recently started having an attitude as if UDI is their competitor rather than a major partner bringing them huge business. I can't pinpoint exactly where I got this feeling from, but it seems that I am not the only one seeing it this way. I for one would never have bought anything Insteon without the ISY.

 

Does anyone else see it that way?

 

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Yes, this is exactly how I see the relationship now. Before you would see references in the product details of XXX controllers etc. Now, all of the third party controller vendors have slowly been phased out and the HUB is referenced in all of the controllers listed for use.

 

Over time this has given the impression that only the HUB is the recommended HA controller of choice? As stated having a global PLM would drive sales and provide the end user with a proven HA controller for the masses.

 

Teken . . .

[TJF1960]

I agree with you both. I have had the feeling for sometime now tha SL/SH has basically been using UDI and other 3rd parties until such a time where they are no longer required. Very sad if true, I hope they (SL/SH) pull their head out...soon!

 

Tim

[Teken]

I agree with you both. I have had the feeling for sometime now tha SL/SH has basically been using UDI and other 3rd parties until such a time where they are no longer required. Very sad if true, I hope they (SL/SH) pull their head out...soon!

 

Tim

 

Tim,

 

If the HUB is any indicator of what is to come. I don't believe UDI will have to worry too much about losing their position for Insteon / ZWave support! The HUB has so much potential but its riddled with problems, and features which should be basic in nature.

 

As I mentioned in the SH forums all of the people behind this HUB device really need to get a move on.

 

Since the launch to the EU one would think offering a controller that works would be job one and a priority! It simply takes away from the products name brand and the user experience. This whole cloud based linking and control is also a disaster waiting to happen.

 

Anyone who would rely on a company for the complete control of your homes lighting and automation is simply naive in thinking there won't be issues.

 

Teken . . .

[Brian H]

You mean. Smartlabs wants to control my total home automation?

Gee I though AT&T and Comcast wanted total control of my home automation.

[Teken]

You mean. Smartlabs wants to control my total home automation?

Gee I though AT&T and Comcast wanted total control of my home automation.

 

Not too sure about control vs access! I fail to understand how anyone would pay someone else to host their in home HA system. Some of these offerings must be scoped out for the dumb.

 

I have to gather its advertised as easy set up and that is the selling point. But, everyone knows nothing good ever came easy. This whole cloud based services companies are offering really are for the dumb and lazy.

 

Teken . . .

[TJF1960]

Teken,

 

Agreed, but it seems SL/SH's mind set is just this otherwise why wouldn't they bend over backwards for UDI. They don't because in their mind the HUB is their future.

[Teken]

Teken,

 

Agreed, but it seems SL/SH's mind set is just this otherwise why wouldn't they bend over backwards for UDI. They don't because in their mind the HUB is their future.

 

Well, if its their future based on how its going now. Its going to be a short lived on at that! A smart business man would include, foster, and grow the third party support.

 

This in my mind has been lost on Smarthome / Insteon.

 

When you have Zwave, Zigbee, etc all being supported by some of the largest after market vendors like Leviton, Cooper, etc. One has to wonder how can you expect to grow the market share being the only one producing your wares?

 

Teken . . .