GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Iot Industry Statistics

Diversity boosts IoT innovation, performance, inclusion efforts, and market reach.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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IoT device usage among underserved communities is 20% lower than general populations

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In 2022, the number of IoT projects focusing on accessibility increased by 30%

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80% of IoT organizations acknowledge the importance of inclusive design, but only 35% have actual processes in place

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IoT device ownership among elderly populations with disabilities is 45% lower among marginalized groups

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Only 22% of IoT solutions incorporate accessibility features for users with disabilities

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The percentage of IoT products designed with inclusive input (e.g., diverse user testing) is 18%, indicating room for growth

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About 12% of IoT devices are developed with a focus on low-income and underserved communities

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IoT user interface customization for different demographics increased usability scores by 22%, demonstrating inclusive design benefits

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60% of IoT solutions lack sufficient accessibility features, limiting usage by persons with disabilities

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46% of IoT devices utilized by at-risk populations have been designed with input from marginalized communities, indicating progress in inclusion

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Companies with diverse executive teams are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors

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60% of employees in the IoT industry reported experiencing some form of bias or discrimination

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40% of IoT job postings specify diversity and inclusion as a priority

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50% of IoT companies reported that lack of D&I impedes project innovation

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Diversity in IoT lab teams leads to a 28% increase in problem-solving efficiency

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Women in IoT leadership roles experience a 25% higher job satisfaction rate compared to their male counterparts

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Companies with diverse boards are 56% more likely to develop innovative IoT solutions

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IoT industry diversity initiatives increased by 20% in 2022, with many focusing on early education

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85% of IoT organizations recognize the business value of a diverse workforce, but only 45% actively measure D&I impact

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38% of IoT professionals report that organizational culture improvements have fostered better inclusivity

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54% of IoT organizations believe that integrating culturally diverse teams improves market access

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Minority-led companies received less than 5% of venture capital funding in the IoT sector in 2022

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The percentage of companies with formal D&I policies in IoT has increased from 30% in 2019 to 55% in 2023

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65% of IoT professionals believe that DEI initiatives can boost innovation

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70% of companies recognize diversity as critical to their IoT product success

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The growth rate of minority-led IoT startups has been 12% annually compared to 4% for non-minority-led firms

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IoT patent filings from developing countries increased by 18% from 2019-2023, often led by diverse teams

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55% of IoT companies are actively reporting on D&I metrics, up from 25% in 2019

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65% of IoT professionals believe diversity can help mitigate cybersecurity risks

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In 2023, 22% of IoT innovations came from teams in emerging markets, highlighting geographic diversity

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Investment in startups led by women in IoT increased by 25% from 2021-2023, but women still receive under 10% of total funding

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Collaboration across diverse international teams in IoT enhances creative solutions by 30%

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The number of inclusive IoT design patents grew by 14% in 2023, reflecting a rising industry focus

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Diversity-focused IoT accelerators and incubators increased their funding portfolios by 20% annually

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The proportion of IoT startups with clear D&I objectives increased from 22% in 2019 to 47% in 2023, showing industry awareness

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IoT industry-wide, approximately 65% of surveys indicate a positive correlation between D&I initiatives and financial performance

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Women make up approximately 20% of the IoT workforce globally

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Only 15% of IoT startups have women in senior leadership roles

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Only 10% of IoT conference speakers are women

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Ethnic minorities account for less than 10% of leadership positions in major IoT firms

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Only 8% of IoT patents filed between 2020 and 2022 were led by women

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Black professionals make up just 7% of the IoT industry workforce

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37% of IoT startups have at least one founder from an underrepresented demographic

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Only 14% of IoT advertising campaigns feature diverse representation, highlighting marketing gaps

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Minority interns in IoT programs are 50% more likely to pursue careers in technology, yet do not receive equal internship opportunities

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Hardware development teams in IoT are 25% more likely to lack diversity than software teams

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IoT industry workforce's median age is 37, but only 12% are over 50, highlighting age diversity issues

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45% of IoT organizations have implemented unconscious bias training

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Only 3% of IoT leadership roles are held by people with disabilities

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28% of IoT project teams are actively working to improve gender diversity

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IoT industry has an estimated broad geographic diversity with R&D centers across over 50 countries, yet leadership remains concentrated in North America and Europe

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IoT-related workforce training programs aimed at underrepresented communities increased by 40% between 2020 and 2023

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IoT market segments with the highest inclusion efforts are healthcare and smart cities, with over 50% implementing inclusive design practices

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33% of IoT engineers report a lack of awareness of D&I best practices, suppressing industry advancement

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51% of IoT companies have implemented mentorship programs aimed at underrepresented groups

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The average retention rate of underrepresented groups in IoT companies is 10% lower than the overall average, indicating retention challenges

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Programs aimed at increasing D&I in IoT engineering education expanded by 30% between 2020-2023, promoting broader inclusion

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Key Highlights

Women make up approximately 20% of the IoT workforce globally
Companies with diverse executive teams are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors
Only 15% of IoT startups have women in senior leadership roles
Minority-led companies received less than 5% of venture capital funding in the IoT sector in 2022
60% of employees in the IoT industry reported experiencing some form of bias or discrimination
Hardware development teams in IoT are 25% more likely to lack diversity than software teams
Only 10% of IoT conference speakers are women
40% of IoT job postings specify diversity and inclusion as a priority
The percentage of companies with formal D&I policies in IoT has increased from 30% in 2019 to 55% in 2023
Ethnic minorities account for less than 10% of leadership positions in major IoT firms
IoT device usage among underserved communities is 20% lower than general populations
65% of IoT professionals believe that DEI initiatives can boost innovation
Only 8% of IoT patents filed between 2020 and 2022 were led by women

Despite progress in diversity initiatives, the IoT industry still faces significant challenges, with women making up only 20% of the workforce, minority-led companies receiving less than 5% of venture capital funding, and ethnic minorities occupying less than 10% of leadership positions—highlighting both the potential and the urgent need for greater inclusion to drive innovation and market growth.

Accessibility, User Experience, and Design Diversity in IoT Products

IoT device usage among underserved communities is 20% lower than general populations
In 2022, the number of IoT projects focusing on accessibility increased by 30%
80% of IoT organizations acknowledge the importance of inclusive design, but only 35% have actual processes in place
IoT device ownership among elderly populations with disabilities is 45% lower among marginalized groups
Only 22% of IoT solutions incorporate accessibility features for users with disabilities
The percentage of IoT products designed with inclusive input (e.g., diverse user testing) is 18%, indicating room for growth
About 12% of IoT devices are developed with a focus on low-income and underserved communities
IoT user interface customization for different demographics increased usability scores by 22%, demonstrating inclusive design benefits
60% of IoT solutions lack sufficient accessibility features, limiting usage by persons with disabilities
46% of IoT devices utilized by at-risk populations have been designed with input from marginalized communities, indicating progress in inclusion

Accessibility, User Experience, and Design Diversity in IoT Products Interpretation

Despite growing awareness and incremental improvements, the IoT industry still trails in truly integrating accessibility and equity, revealing that technological innovation alone cannot bridge the digital divide without concerted, inclusive efforts at every design stage.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Metrics and Initiatives in IoT

Companies with diverse executive teams are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors
60% of employees in the IoT industry reported experiencing some form of bias or discrimination
40% of IoT job postings specify diversity and inclusion as a priority
50% of IoT companies reported that lack of D&I impedes project innovation
Diversity in IoT lab teams leads to a 28% increase in problem-solving efficiency
Women in IoT leadership roles experience a 25% higher job satisfaction rate compared to their male counterparts
Companies with diverse boards are 56% more likely to develop innovative IoT solutions
IoT industry diversity initiatives increased by 20% in 2022, with many focusing on early education
85% of IoT organizations recognize the business value of a diverse workforce, but only 45% actively measure D&I impact
38% of IoT professionals report that organizational culture improvements have fostered better inclusivity
54% of IoT organizations believe that integrating culturally diverse teams improves market access

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Metrics and Initiatives in IoT Interpretation

While 85% of IoT organizations recognize the business value of diversity, only 45% actively measure its impact, highlighting that even in a sector where diverse teams are 35% more likely to outperform and problem-solving improves by 28%, there's still a digital roadblock between acknowledgment and action in inclusivity.

Industry Trends, Investment, and Innovation Related to Diversity and Inclusion

Minority-led companies received less than 5% of venture capital funding in the IoT sector in 2022
The percentage of companies with formal D&I policies in IoT has increased from 30% in 2019 to 55% in 2023
65% of IoT professionals believe that DEI initiatives can boost innovation
70% of companies recognize diversity as critical to their IoT product success
The growth rate of minority-led IoT startups has been 12% annually compared to 4% for non-minority-led firms
IoT patent filings from developing countries increased by 18% from 2019-2023, often led by diverse teams
55% of IoT companies are actively reporting on D&I metrics, up from 25% in 2019
65% of IoT professionals believe diversity can help mitigate cybersecurity risks
In 2023, 22% of IoT innovations came from teams in emerging markets, highlighting geographic diversity
Investment in startups led by women in IoT increased by 25% from 2021-2023, but women still receive under 10% of total funding
Collaboration across diverse international teams in IoT enhances creative solutions by 30%
The number of inclusive IoT design patents grew by 14% in 2023, reflecting a rising industry focus
Diversity-focused IoT accelerators and incubators increased their funding portfolios by 20% annually
The proportion of IoT startups with clear D&I objectives increased from 22% in 2019 to 47% in 2023, showing industry awareness
IoT industry-wide, approximately 65% of surveys indicate a positive correlation between D&I initiatives and financial performance

Industry Trends, Investment, and Innovation Related to Diversity and Inclusion Interpretation

Despite a 25% rise in formal D&I policies and a 30% boost in innovation acknowledged by IoT professionals, minority-led companies still secure less than 5% of venture capital in 2022—highlighting that in the IoT industry, progress on paper is racing ahead of the cash flow, leaving many underserved communities still waiting for their rightful share of the future.

Representation of Women and Ethnic Minorities in IoT

Women make up approximately 20% of the IoT workforce globally
Only 15% of IoT startups have women in senior leadership roles
Only 10% of IoT conference speakers are women
Ethnic minorities account for less than 10% of leadership positions in major IoT firms
Only 8% of IoT patents filed between 2020 and 2022 were led by women
Black professionals make up just 7% of the IoT industry workforce
37% of IoT startups have at least one founder from an underrepresented demographic
Only 14% of IoT advertising campaigns feature diverse representation, highlighting marketing gaps
Minority interns in IoT programs are 50% more likely to pursue careers in technology, yet do not receive equal internship opportunities

Representation of Women and Ethnic Minorities in IoT Interpretation

Despite burgeoning technological innovation, the IoT industry’s stark underrepresentation of women and minorities signals that true inclusion remains a remote yet crucial goal, demanding action as much as acknowledgment.

Workforce Demographics and Training in IoT

Hardware development teams in IoT are 25% more likely to lack diversity than software teams
IoT industry workforce's median age is 37, but only 12% are over 50, highlighting age diversity issues
45% of IoT organizations have implemented unconscious bias training
Only 3% of IoT leadership roles are held by people with disabilities
28% of IoT project teams are actively working to improve gender diversity
IoT industry has an estimated broad geographic diversity with R&D centers across over 50 countries, yet leadership remains concentrated in North America and Europe
IoT-related workforce training programs aimed at underrepresented communities increased by 40% between 2020 and 2023
IoT market segments with the highest inclusion efforts are healthcare and smart cities, with over 50% implementing inclusive design practices
33% of IoT engineers report a lack of awareness of D&I best practices, suppressing industry advancement
51% of IoT companies have implemented mentorship programs aimed at underrepresented groups
The average retention rate of underrepresented groups in IoT companies is 10% lower than the overall average, indicating retention challenges
Programs aimed at increasing D&I in IoT engineering education expanded by 30% between 2020-2023, promoting broader inclusion

Workforce Demographics and Training in IoT Interpretation

While the IoT industry is making strides toward diversity with increasing training and inclusion initiatives—especially in healthcare and smart cities—its underrepresented groups remain underrepresented in leadership, retention struggles persist, and geographic and age disparities signal that there's still a long and winding road toward truly integrated innovation.