Analyzing challenges to Internet of Things (IoT) adoption and diffusion: An Indian context

The Internet of Things (IoT) arena has gained a significant attention in recent years. IoT presents an image of a future internet and recognized as an ecosystem of connected devices, computing mechanisms and other items to exchange data/information cooperate with higher ease and financial benefits. However, IoT adoption and diffusion still remains a challenge due to existence of many challenges. Therefore, this work put forward an objective to recognize and analyze the challenges in implementation of IoT systems in Indian context. Nine challenges to IoT adoption and diffusion were identified by literature survey and experts' opinions. Further, Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) approaches were used to analyze the challenges to IoT adoption and diffusion in Indian context. This study may help practitioners and policy makers in removing the hurdles to successful IoT adoption and diffusion. Finally, conclusions and future research directions are presented.