Glossary
Connected Home Management
Definition
Connected home management refers to the use of internet-connected sensors and software to actively monitor and manage a home's mechanical and structural systems. It differs from smart home automation (which focuses on convenience) by focusing on the health, safety, and efficiency of the home itself.
Understanding Connected Home Management
In a connected home management setup, sensors snap onto existing equipment (HVAC units, water heaters, sump pumps) and transmit performance data to a central platform. AI analyzes this data to detect anomalies, predict failures, and alert both homeowners and their service professionals. Shipshape's connected home management platform is hardware-agnostic, working with equipment from any manufacturer without requiring proprietary hardware.
Related Terms
Intelligent Home Management (IHM)
Intelligent home management is a proactive approach to home care that uses sensors, AI, and connected software to monitor a home's critical systems 24/7, detect issues before they become emergencies, and connect homeowners to qualified service professionals. Shipshape pioneered the IHM category in 2020.
Proactive Home Maintenance
Proactive home maintenance is the practice of monitoring, inspecting, and servicing home systems before they fail, rather than waiting for breakdowns to occur. According to U.S. Department of Energy data, proactive maintenance reduces repair costs by up to 40% compared to reactive approaches.
Learn more about Intelligent Home Management
Read the definitive guide to how AI and smart sensors are transforming home care.
Read the IHM Guide