New initiative is launching in partnership with iFoodDS and Trustwell to incorporate Wiliot’s ambient Internet of Things (IoT) data into their software solutions that will enable both companies to add real-time, fully automated, item-level traceability data to their platforms.

Underscoring its commitment to set a new benchmark for food safety, Wiliot, the ambient Internet of Things (IoT) pioneer, today announced a major new food safety initiative that works to create completely transparent and traceable supply chains – soon required for FSMA 204 compliance – through the adoption of ambient IoT technology.

Ambient IoT is a battery-free wireless technology that is being incorporated in multiple wireless standards, such as Bluetooth, 5G Advanced, 6G, and Wi-Fi – allowing food products to be connected to the internet and the power of AI at a fraction of the cost of legacy technologies.

The ambient IoT enables a new real-time inventory paradigm that not only benefits food safety and FSMA compliance, but is the key to more efficient store operations, surviving and thriving in the face of omni-channel competition, and competing on quality as well as value.

As part of this new initiative, Wiliot is partnering with food industry leaders iFoodDS and Trustwell to incorporate its ambient IoT data and technology into both companies’ safety and compliance platforms.

“Empowered by the unprecedented capabilities of the ambient IoT, the entire food industry can move beyond QR codes, advance shipping notices, and electronic documentation to a new traceability paradigm that is infinitely faster, entirely real-time, and drastically reduces the cost of manual labor and technology infrastructure,” said Wiliot CMO Steve Statler. “We look forward to working with iFoodDS and Trustwell to help some of the country’s largest food companies both meet FSMA 204 requirements, while simultaneously adding more value in terms of sustainability, freshness, and operational efficiency that advances the entire food industry.”

Trustwell’s software and consulting solutions are focused on their mission to increase transparency across the supply chain, giving food companies the tools they need to remain always ahead of industry regulations. As innovators and leaders, Trustwell brings together two products, FoodLogiQ and Genesis, to go beyond compliance and set a new standard for safety, transparency, and quality in the food industry.

“The incorporation of Wiliot’s ambient IoT data into our Trustwell Connect Platform will empower brands to have visibility across the supply chain with a trusted single source of truth, fully traceable, compliant and data-driven,” said Julie McGill, Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy and Insights at Trustwell. “More than 2,500 brands around the world rely on Trustwell to manage their regulatory requirements with more than 200 million Critical Tracking Events recorded using our FoodLogiQ Traceability software. The incorporation of Wiliot’s ambient IoT data into our tech solution is going to enable us to take food safety to a new level of traceability with precise execution.”

iFoodDS helps food companies deliver traceable, wholesome, high-quality products to consumers. iFoodDS’ connected traceability, quality, and food safety solutions give companies visibility and insight into their supply chains, reduce food waste, and optimize inventory quality.

“FDA’s Final Traceability Rule, FSMA 204, provides an important framework for the food industry,” Andrew Kennedy, Principal Traceability Advisor, iFoodDS, said today. “The food industry can leverage this framework in conjunction with Wiliot’s Ambient IoT technology and iFoodDS software to significantly enhance food safety, food freshness, and operational efficiency. This game changing technology will help usher in the New Era of Smarter Food Safety.”

Modernizing food safety is critical to the health and wellbeing of people everywhere. The CDC estimates that each year, roughly one in six Americans get sick from foodborne illness. Of those people, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 lose their lives to foodborne disease.

The FDA took decisive action in November 2022, when it finalized its FSMA Rule 204 rule that established a foundation for end-to-end food traceability by focusing on tracking certain foods at each step across the supply chain and expanding beyond ‘one-up, one-back’ traceability. The goal of Rule 204 is to create visibility within the supply chain to enable a better response to foodborne illnesses, contamination, and other public health and safety issues. The food industry has until January 2026 to comply with Rule 204.

“This goal of better protecting consumers cannot be achieved without creating greater transparency and traceability throughout the entire chain of food production distribution system,” said Frank Yiannas, former Deputy Commissioner of the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and one of the authors of FSMA Rule 204, who also serves as a Strategic Advisor to Williot.

“Wiliot, iFoodDS, and Trustwell are uniquely equipped to make this transparency a reality faster and more efficiently thanks to their collective embrace of a new technology paradigm unlike anything we’ve seen before.”

Wiliot’s battery-free ambient IoT Pixels can attach to any food product or packaging to connect it to the internet and embed it with intelligence. Once attached, products push out item or case-level information about their location, temperature, carbon footprint, and more – equipping food retailers and companies with the high-definition real-time data that is now required as part of FSMA Rule 204.

Wiliot is already working with iFoodDS and Trustwell on a series of FSMA 204 compliance pilot projects with some of the country’s largest food companies. The depth and breadth of these collaborations will continue to scale throughout 2024, ahead of the January 2026 FSMA compliance deadline.

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Elevators are often an understated component of our daily routines. Typically, one simply presses a button, waits briefly, and proceeds to their destination with little thought. However, the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to revolutionize this experience. Imagine elevators becoming significantly more intelligent through IoT integration.

The Internet of Things (IoT) in the elevator market represents an exciting and rapidly evolving sector. IoT encompasses a network of interconnected devices capable of communicating and sharing data. Applied to elevators, this entails incorporating advanced technologies to improve their functionality, safety, and efficiency.

Consider an elevator capable of predicting maintenance requirements, optimizing energy consumption, and providing real-time updates to building management systems. This encapsulates the transformative potential IoT brings to the elevator industry.

Equipped with an array of sensors, these elevators continuously monitor their operational status. It is analogous to having a personal trainer who constantly checks your vital signs and advises when a break is necessary. Rather than waiting for malfunctions to occur, these smart elevators can anticipate issues before they arise, eliminating the inconvenience of being trapped between floors en route to an important meeting.

As per FACTMR, IoT in the elevators market is expected to witness a CAGR of 13.4% during the forecast period (2022-2032)

The IoT in the elevator market is driven by several key factors. Enhanced safety and security are major drivers, as IoT technologies enable real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, significantly reducing the risk of elevator failures and accidents. Sensors and cameras further enhance security by monitoring usage and detecting anomalies.

Recent Trends in the Market:

Predictive Maintenance: One of the most significant trends is predictive maintenance. IoT-enabled elevators can monitor their performance in real-time, using sensors to detect anomalies and predict when maintenance is required. This reduces downtime and maintenance costs by addressing issues before they become major problems.

Energy Efficiency: IoT technologies help optimize energy consumption. Elevators can adjust their operation based on real-time usage patterns, which not only conserves energy but also reduces operational costs. Smart elevators can go into a standby mode when not in use, or adjust their speed and acceleration to be more energy-efficient.

In Europe, KONE has developed a regenerative drive system for their elevators. This system captures the energy generated when the elevator goes down or when it slows down and converts it into electricity that can be used elsewhere in the building. In some cases, these elevators can generate up to 20% of their operating energy from this process. It’s like your elevator is a mini power plant, helping to cut down on the building’s overall energy consumption.

Enhanced Safety: Safety is paramount in elevator design. IoT sensors can continuously monitor various safety parameters, such as door operations and cable integrity. They can instantly alert maintenance crews to potential safety issues, improving overall safety and reliability.

User Experience: Modern elevators can offer a more personalized user experience. For instance, smart elevators can recognize users through RFID cards or smartphones, adjusting settings to their preferences, such as preferred floor stops or ambient settings like lighting and music.

Data Analytics: The data collected by IoT-enabled elevators can be analyzed to gain insights into usage patterns, which any interesting fact or product in this market in any country.

In the city of Dubai, the Burj Khalifa’s elevators are equipped with advanced IoT systems that collect vast amounts of data on usage patterns. This data is analyzed to optimize elevator performance and reduce wait times. For instance, during peak visiting hours, the system can predict high-traffic periods and adjust elevator deployment accordingly. This ensures that visitors have a smooth and efficient experience, even when the building is at its busiest.

Though the market is growing rapidly there are certain challenges restricting the growth of the market.

Cybersecurity: With increased connectivity, IoT-enabled elevators are more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Hackers could potentially gain control of the elevator system, causing significant disruptions or compromising passenger safety.

Integration with Legacy Systems: Many buildings still use older, legacy elevator systems. Integrating new IoT technologies with these existing systems can be complex and costly, often requiring significant upgrades in both hardware and software. In the past, various office buildings in New York City faced difficulties when trying to retrofit their old elevator system with modern IoT capabilities. The existing infrastructure was incompatible with the new technology, resulting in a costly and time-consuming overhaul to enable full integration.

Data Privacy: IoT devices collect vast amounts of data, including potentially sensitive information about building occupants. Ensuring that this data is handled in compliance with privacy regulations is a significant challenge. In Europe, where GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is strictly enforced, elevator companies like KONE and Thyssenkrupp must ensure that the data collected by their IoT systems is anonymized and securely stored. This compliance is essential to avoid hefty fines and maintain user trust.

Initial Investment Costs: The initial cost of implementing IoT-enabled elevator systems can be high. While the long-term benefits and savings are substantial, convincing stakeholders to invest in these technologies upfront can be difficult. A residential high-rise in Los Angeles evaluated the cost of upgrading to an IoT-enabled elevator system. The initial investment was projected to be several hundred thousand dollars, which caused hesitation among the building’s management committee. Despite the potential long-term savings, the upfront cost was a significant barrier.

Here are some of the top companies providing IoT-enabled elevator solutions, highlighting their contributions and unique offerings in the market:

Otis Elevator Company: Otis is one of the largest and most well-known elevator companies globally. They have a strong focus on integrating IoT technologies to enhance their products. The company offers Otis ONE. This IoT service platform enables real-time monitoring and data analysis to predict maintenance needs, enhance safety, and improve operational efficiency. It uses advanced algorithms to optimize performance and reduce downtime. Otis ONE provides a comprehensive view of elevator operations through a cloud-based dashboard, allowing building managers to monitor multiple elevators in real time and receive predictive maintenance alerts.

Schindler Group: Schindler is a leading global provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. They have been proactive in adopting IoT to improve their service offerings. This digital solution uses IoT and big data analytics to monitor elevators and escalators. It focuses on predictive maintenance, real-time diagnostics, and remote monitoring. Schindler Ahead offers a modular digital toolkit that includes features like Ahead ActionBoard, which provides real-time operational insights and maintenance status, and Ahead AdScreen, an in-elevator digital advertising platform.

KONE Corporation: KONE is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, known for its innovative and sustainable solutions. The company offers 24/7 Connected Services and these service uses IoT to monitor elevator performance and provide predictive maintenance. It leverages IBM’s Watson IoT platform to analyze data and predict potential issues.

Thyssenkrupp Elevator: Thyssenkrupp is renowned for its cutting-edge elevator technologies, including the use of IoT to enhance functionality and efficiency. The company offers a predictive maintenance solution that uses IoT to monitor elevator health in real time. This collects data from sensors and uses machine learning to predict maintenance needs before failures occur. This not only predicts maintenance needs but also provides actionable insights to service technicians, helping them to prepare in advance and reducing elevator downtime.

Mitsubishi Electric: Mitsubishi Electric is a significant player in the elevator industry, offering advanced IoT solutions to improve elevator performance and user experience. Mitsubishi’s IoT platform focuses on predictive maintenance and energy efficiency. It uses sensors to collect data on elevator operations and applies AI to optimize performance.

These companies are leading the charge in integrating IoT into elevator systems, bringing significant improvements in maintenance, safety, efficiency, and user experience. Their innovative solutions are transforming how elevators operate and are maintained, making buildings smarter and more efficient.

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Soracom, Inc., a global provider of advanced Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, today announced that Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. has chosen Soracom to add cellular connectivity to MELCloud, a next-generation, cloud-based remote management system for Mitsubishi Electric air conditioning, heating, and heat recovery/ventilation products.

Demand for climate control systems that can maintain comfort while conserving energy is growing in Europe, driven both by recent increases in energy costs and by accelerating decarbonization efforts that go beyond the EU Emissions Trading System to include the introduction of a new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and new approaches to carbon pricing. In particular, demand for heat pump water heating continues to grow rapidly, as users seek an effective and energy-efficient alternative to existing combustion boilers.

MELCloud offers a wide range of new capabilities designed to help optimize the performance and efficiency of Mitsubishi Electric air conditioning, heating, and heat recovery/ventilation systems. The MELCloud interface allows for remote operation of air conditioning and heating systems from a PC, tablet, or smartphone, in real time or programmatically with seasonal or weekly timers. Operating data, including detailed system status, energy consumption, temperature, airflow and more, is transmitted to the cloud for analysis and system optimization, with detailed logs and error notifications available.

MELCloud is now available throughout Europe, with nearly 1 million units already registered to the service at the end of 2023. The addition of Soracom cellular connectivity supports seamless performance where dedicated Wi-Fi may not be available, reliable, or accessible, such as multi-unit residential locations like condominiums, apartments, and municipal public housing sites.

Soracom was selected for this project based on extensive evaluation of its coverage in Europe, reliable access to networks with multi-carrier coverage, and powerful connectivity management platform. Worldwide, the Soracom IoT SIM now offers multi-carrier cellular connectivity in more than 180 countries and regions, across over 390 mobile operator networks.

“Soracom’s cloud-native connectivity was designed to support visionary enterprises like Mitsubishi Electric Europe as they deploy at scale,” said Takashi Serizawa, Head of Europe Region for Soracom. “The MELCloud initiative shows how IoT technology and cloud computing are already advancing Europe’s ambitious environmental goals.”

“MELCloud defines the state of the art for cloud-based control of air conditioning and heating systems,” said Donald Daw, Vice LES President for Mitsubishi Electric Europe.

“Adding Soracom’s reliable multi-carrier cellular connectivity gives MELCloud customers across Europe the power to optimize both comfort and energy efficiency at any time, from anywhere.”

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Berg Insight, the leading IoT market research provider, today released new findings about the market for Electronic Monitoring (EM) of offenders.

The number of simultaneous participants in EM programmes in Europe, North America and Latin America amounted to about 64,000, 518,000 and 130,000 respectively at the end of 2023. The total number of EM programme participants during the full year 2023 reached 200,000 in Europe, 880,000 in North America and 296,000 in Latin America.

Berg Insight estimates that the number of simultaneous participants will grow to 94,000 in Europe, 680,000 in North America and 239,000 in Latin America by the end of 2028. The market value in 2023 reached US$ 226 million in Europe, US$ 1.3 billion in North America and US$ 76 million in Latin America. The total market value in the three regions combined is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 7.2 percent from US$ 1.6 billion in 2023 to US$ 2.3 billion in 2028.

Electronic monitoring (EM) programmes were first introduced in the US in the early 1980s. Today, EM is an established alternative to detention across Europe and North America and in some Latin American countries. The aim of EM programmes is to increase offender accountability, reduce recidivism rates and enhance public safety by providing an additional tool to traditional methods of community supervision. Policy makers, corrections authorities and private sector service providers advocate for extended EM programmes to reduce total correctional system costs and to combat prison overcrowding.

There are two dominant technologies used for electronic monitoring – Radio Frequency (RF) and GPS. RF-based systems are today the most common type of solution in most European countries, although the share of GPS devices is growing in many countries. In the US, Brazil and other countries in Latin America, GPS-based solutions are used in the vast majority of cases. A number of private companies are involved in the provisioning of EM, including developing, supplying and installing equipment, providing monitoring services as well as delivering other supporting services. Leading providers of EM equipment and services include US-based BI Inc. (GEO Group), Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring, Sentinel Offender Services, SCRAM Systems, Securus Technologies, Shadowtrack and Track Group; UK-based Buddi; Israel-based SuperCom; Poland-based Enigma (COMP); Switzerland-based Geosatis; and Brazil-based Spacecom and Synergye.

“The adoption and use of electronic monitoring solutions in the criminal justice sector is increasing as new products and solutions are being introduced that enable additional use cases”, says Martin Backman, Principal Analyst at Berg Insight.

Newly launched wrist-worn GPS devices reduce the stigma associated with ankle bracelets and can be used for low-risk offenders. Devices that combine GPS tracking and alcohol monitoring are also being introduced and are increasingly used as part of EM programmes. The developments in tracking technology and software in the past few years have made it possible to create dynamic inclusion and exclusion zones that protects the victims of domestic violence from the perpetrator. Victim protection solutions are now also part of the EM programmes in many countries and jurisdictions.

Mr. Backman concludes:

“EM programmes are expected to increase in size in the next few years as prison overcrowding and rising incarceration costs continue to impose major challenges for many jurisdictions in Europe and the Americas.”

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Wearable devices improve gameplay by delivering on-field information in real-time.

KORE, a global leader in Internet of Things (“IoT”) Solutions and pioneering IoT hyperscaler, and provider of IoT Connectivity, Solutions and Analytics, announced today its alliance with GoRout, the leader in coach-to-player communication.

GoRout’s rugged wearable devices provide real-time access to crucial information for coaches and players, revolutionizing on-field communication from Little League to the NFL.

GoRout’s in-game and practice platforms enable instant communication between coaches and players, all from the dugout or sidelines. With the click of a button on a smart phone or tablet, coaches can securely send play calls and pitches directly to players, who then receive alerts via wearable smartwatch devices, alleviating the worry of sign stealing. Coaches can also use data collected during practice to maximize their team’s performance on gameday.

Teams are always on the move, often traveling cross-country for games, which is why GoRout needed reliable connectivity that could travel with their customers.

To date, the company has launched over 2,000 devices with the help of KORE. GoRout’s devices are powered by Super SIM®, a key offering within KORE’s Connectivity as a Service (CaaS) suite. Super SIM gives customers the ability to choose exactly which networks to use per region from over 400 tier-1 carriers in over 185 countries to control coverage and cost, all managed seamlessly through one pane of glass – a single IoT SIM card and consolidated billing from one provider.

Romil Bahl, KORE President and CEO, said KORE is excited to be a part of the innovation IoT is bringing to the athletics field.

Bahl, said:

“IoT is revolutionizing the way we live and play.”

“No matter what sport, players really leave everything on the field, so using our technology to help optimize their performance is a big win for us. From tee-ball to the major leagues, being a part of a team fosters a sense of confidence and collaboration that players carry with them for a lifetime.”

GoRout’s mission is to use technology to help players and coaches maximize their time and elevate their performance, which is only possible through reliable connectivity, according to GoRout CEO and Co-Founder Mike Rolih.

“GoRout is always looking for ways to partner with first-class organizations that share our same commitment to excellence, which is why we couldn’t be more excited to partner with KORE,” said Rolih. “This partnership will strengthen our GoRout Air Network and provide never-before-seen communication speeds across our devices.”

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Always On remote management raises the bar for commercial performance, energy efficiency, and customer experience.

Soracom, Inc., today announced that Sollatek, a world leader in Telemetry and IOT solutions for the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market, has chosen Soracom IoT connectivity to deliver remote monitoring and management capability for its widely-deployed commercial refrigeration and coffee solutions.

Sollatek offers a broad range of products, from refrigeration control to off-grid solar, with an emphasis on power stability, asset tracking, remote monitoring, energy optimization, and operational insight. Sollatek’s flagship suite of commercial refrigeration solutions are designed to monitor and control temperature, energy usage, and geolocation of everything from beverage coolers and refrigerators to display cabinets and ice cream freezers. Sollatek’s Always On solution also offers real-time asset location tracking along with the ability to mark cooler sales based on door openings, monitor cooler misuse, and remotely control cooling system functionality.

By combining this leading-edge connected hardware with an advanced online portal, Sollatek has emerged as a widely acknowledged global leader in Point of Sale (PoS) solutions in the $20 billion FMCG market. Many of the world’s largest beverage producers have already discovered the power of Sollatek’s Always On solution, with more than a million coolers and freezers deployed with Sollatek technology worldwide.

Sollatek selected Soracom for this project based on a demonstrated ability to provide reliable connectivity on a global scale. The Soracom IoT SIM offers multi-carrier cellular connectivity in more than 180 countries and regions, and spans over 380 mobile operator networks, with the ability to switch between networks automatically when signal is weak. Soracom’s included connectivity management platform (CMP) and unified billing system give Sollatek complete control of their IoT network at scale.

“Some of the world’s best-known brands rely on Sollatek to deliver consistently exceptional experiences for their customers,” said Takashi Serizawa, Head of Europe Region for Soracom.

“Soracom’s cloud-native IoT connectivity gives global innovators like Sollatek the quality of service they expect in order to succeed at scale.”

“Our devices offer fleet managers a wealth of data that can be used for real-time data-driven decisions that will maximize their output and keep their systems running efficiently,” said Dimitris Flokos, Head of IoT Solutions for Sollatek. “Providing that service at a global scale is how we stay ahead of the competition.”

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Berg Insight, the leading IoT market research provider, today released a new market study covering the GNSS-based road pricing market.

GNSS-based road pricing refers to the charging of road users using global navigation satellite system (GNSS) sensors inside vehicles. The road pricing umbrella term typically covers various types of schemes such as electronic toll collection (ETC) and road user charging (RUC) as well as vignettes and congestion charging. More than a dozen countries around the world have GNSS-based RUC/ETC systems that are in operation or about to be launched in the relative near-term. The vast majority of these can so far be found in Europe but there are also programs in operation in North America and Asia-Pacific. Berg Insight estimates that the installed base of GNSS-based on-board units deployed for road user charging reached more than 7.4 million units worldwide in 2023. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3 percent, the installed base is forecasted to reach almost 10.6 million units in 2028.

Berg Insight ranks Russia, Germany and Poland as the largest markets in terms of the number of GNSS-equipped vehicles for road user charging purposes.

“The Russian implementation is the largest in the world with more than 1 million on-board units in use for the Platon ETC system”, said Rickard Andersson, Principal Analyst, Berg Insight.

He adds that Germany and Poland are the runners-up with the Lkw-Maut and e-TOLL systems respectively.

“Other countries with more than half a million on-board units in use include Belgium with the Kilometer Charge, Hungary’s HU-GO and the Czech Republic’s CzechToll satellite toll system”, continued Mr. Andersson.

Bulgaria and Slovakia also have several hundred thousand on-board units deployed. The remaining top-10 markets are New Zealand and Switzerland with the eRUC and LSVA implementations respectively.

“The fragmented US market has a few operational RUC programs on state level and the country is just outside of the global top-10 so far”, concluded Mr. Andersson.

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According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the installed base of wireless devices featuring cellular, satellite or LPWA connectivity in the oil and gas industry is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.3 percent from 7.8 million units at the end of 2023 to 18.8 million connected devices by 2028.

Remote monitoring of assets such as industrial equipment, tanks and pipeline infrastructure in the midstream and downstream sectors comprise the most common applications for wireless industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions in the oil and gas industry. The expected growth in cellular device shipments is attributed to a higher adoption rate of sensor applications based on LTE-M and NB-IoT technologies and continued preference for cellular communications in the remote tank monitoring segment. Since many remote monitoring applications have limited requirements on bandwidth, Berg Insight is of the opinion that non-3GPP LPWA technologies such as LoRa can achieve a significant position on this market as well.

Partnerships among industrial automation vendors and technology companies continue to be a theme in the oil and gas industry while expanding in scope with oil and gas operators and software companies. Global automation vendors including ABB, Emerson, Hitachi, Honeywell, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Siemens and Yokogawa can deliver complete solutions thanks to their extensive partner ecosystems.

In addition, the choice of preferred network topology and communications standards depends on the application area as each activity in the oil and gas value chain has its own specific need for connectivity. Many providers recognise the industry’s diverse needs by integrating different types of wireless capabilities into single box solutions. Connectivity providers such as Advantech, Cisco, HMS Networks, Moxa, MultiTech and Robustel offer modular routers and gateways where different wireless interfaces can be added to the device.

Wireless sensor solutions for remote asset monitoring are today offered with various options for communications such as LTE-M, LoRa and satellite. This suggests further convergence of wireless technologies and flexible offerings featuring hybrid solutions to serve the full range of connectivity needs in the oil and gas industry.

“Oil and gas companies are increasingly relying on data from IIoT devices to make better informed decisions”, said Veronika Barta, IoT Analyst at Berg Insight.

Today, IIoT devices can collect vast amounts of sensor data such as pressure, level, flow and temperature. As operators move towards more remote and autonomous operations, the need to collect greater volumes of data increases. The large data volumes call for edge processing capabilities to acquire data significance. In upstream applications, edge computing is used to collect and analyse real-time data from devices at drilling rigs and production wells. This enables operators to analyse data locally, reduce latency and make faster decisions to improve asset performance and reduce downtime.

Ms. Barta, concluded:

“Deployments of wireless IIoT devices with edge computing will be key to optimise assets and improve oil and gas operations.”

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Tele2 AB (“Tele2”) and the q-trade platform foodora announce today that they will launch food deliveries using IoT and 5G connected drones.

The deliveries will be made wherever possible to the customers’ property or garden and lowered with a cable from the drone, with the first deliveries taking place already in the spring on Värmdö, outside Stockholm.

Now launching foodora Air, which is a fleet of electric drones that, with the help of 5G technology from Tele2, will provide fast and efficient delivery service of food from a number of restaurants on Värmdö, outside Stockholm. Aerit, a technology leader in the drone industry, has developed advanced drones integrated into foodora’s technology platform to create a seamless and efficient delivery experience connected with the latest 5G technology from Tele2.

Stefan Trampus, Executive Vice President B2B at Tele2, says:

“This marks a new era in how people receive deliveries, and we believe we can see more applications in other industries. For us at Tele2, the partnership with foodora is a perfect example of how we can use our 5G connectivity and expertise to drive future delivery services in a simple, sustainable, and smart way, while providing customers with an extraordinary experience.”

The drones have a range of 21 kilometers and emit 2 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometer, which can be compared to traditional gasoline or diesel-powered delivery vehicles that emit 143 and 110 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometer, respectively.

“Technology and connectivity have the potential to break many of the limitations that currently exist in rural areas, where access to various services and products has decreased in line with rapid urbanization,” Stefan Trampus concludes.

Deliveries will, where possible, be made directly to customers’ properties or gardens and lowered with a cable from the air. Deliveries will commence in May on Värmdö, and food can be ordered through the foodora app. The goal is to expand to more areas in Sweden so that more locations can have access to the same service available in major cities.

“We are proud to be the first in Europe to launch real drone deliveries, and we are excited to have Tele2 and Aerit as partners on this exciting journey. Fast home deliveries are a democratic issue, in my opinion. Regardless of where you are in the country, it should be possible to quickly get what you need, such as medicines or groceries. It should not only be available to people who have chosen to settle in big cities,” concludes Daniel Gustafsson Raba, Director Operations at foodora.

Tele2 will provide continuous connectivity for the drones based on 5G IoT (Internet of Things) technology. Drones require both short response times and the ability to send and receive large amounts of data to handle deliveries safely, supported by 5G.

Technical information foodora Air:

• Maximum range: 21 kilometers
• Maximum delivery range: 12 kilometers
• Maximum delivery weight: 4 kilograms
• Weather capacity: Can fly in rain, wind, and snow

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Satellite IoT connectivity enables monitoring in remote forest locations.

Today, EchoStar Mobile Limited, an EchoStar company, announced that Dryad Networks has made an initial purchase of 3,000 EM2050 LoRaWAN® modules and related connectivity services.

The modules, powered by Semtech’s ultra-low power LR1120 device, will provide embedded LoRaWAN satellite IoT capabilities for the Dryad Silvanet Gateways. Dryad’s Silvanet Suite of groundbreaking end-to-end wildfire detection technology is already deployed in 25 countries by a wide range of public and private sector organizations.

“Each year, wildfires are responsible for 20% of global CO2 emissions and cause $140 billion of financial damages,” said Carsten Brinkschulte, CEO and Co-founder of Dryad Networks. “Dryad Networks is committed to protecting public and private forests with fire detection and monitoring solutions and the EM2050 module from EchoStar Mobile gives us the features we need to enable large-scale deployments in areas with poor or non-existent terrestrial network coverage. The EM2050 module made sense because of its compliance to LoRaWAN standards, the world’s largest IoT ecosystem. The EM2050’s latest features, such as Semtech’s Long Range – Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (LR-FHSS) technology coupled with EchoStar Mobile’s powerful satellite IoT communications infrastructure will provide excellent support for Dryad’s Silvanet wireless distributed architecture network.”

Prior to working with EchoStar Mobile, Dryad relied primarily on terrestrial connectivity with limited support for satellite communications. Integrating the real-time communications and dual mode connectivity of the EM2050 module into the upcoming 3rd generation of Sylvanet gateways will make it possible for Dryad to make full-featured use of satellite links, including support for bi-directional communications, device configuration and Firmware Update Over The Air (FUOTA), enabling deployments independently of terrestrial network coverage.

“We are thrilled to power the Silvanet product line with the EM2050 LoRaWAN compatible module,” said Telemaco Melia, VP and GM of EchoStar Mobile.

“Satellite connectivity is necessary to assure reliable and cost-effective 100% coverage. And the EM2050 module supports multicast and FUOTA, optimizing operations and keeping the Silvanet devices up to date.”

“We believe that satellite IoT holds immense potential in delivering significant benefits across various applications, in particular, those targeting environmental protection like Dryad’s Silvanet Suite,” said Carlo Tinella, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Semtech. “By providing affordable wireless connectivity in remote areas beyond the reach of terrestrial networks, it is possible to expand the digitalization process into vast natural assets, contributing to our planet’s sustainable development goals. We are enthusiastic about the outcome of this collaboration with EchoStar Mobile and believe the enablement of satellite technology for IoT leveraging LoRa® and LR-FHSS is just the beginning of a groundbreaking and transformative journey.”

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According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the number of active consumer asset tracking devices in Europe and North America reached 12.5 million at the end of 2022.

Growing at a CAGR of 18.4 percent the number of units in active use is estimated to reach 29.2 million units by the end of 2027. The market value is during the same period forecasted to grow from € 1.6 billion in 2022 to € 3.8 billion in 2027.

Consumer asset tracking solutions utilizing wireless wide area networks such as cellular, satellite, LoRa or Sigfox can be divided into four main categories based on asset type – family and child tracking, pet tracking, vehicle tracking and general asset tracking. The vehicle category can be further divided into cars; motorcycles and mopeds; bicycles; caravans and motor caravans; leisure boats; and other consumer vehicles including ATVs and snowmobiles. The general asset tracking segment includes any type of asset, such as bags and luggage, keys, wallets, clothes, electronics, tools and sports equipment.

Leading providers of family and child tracking products and services include Smartcom Mobility Solutions, Smith Micro Software, Life360, Xplora Technologies and Verizon. The pet tracking market is dominated by Tractive, Fi, Whistle and Halo. The market for aftermarket car telematics solutions sold to consumers is led by Verizon, Mojio, Tail Light and Agnik in North America and Haysquare, Net4Things and the Plan B Company in Europe. Leading providers of GPS tracking and vehicle recovery solutions for motorcycles and mopeds in Europe include Datatool (Scorpion Automotive), Mapit IoT, Monimoto and GeoRide. A few companies provide tracking solutions developed specifically for leisure boats, including Sensar Marine, Sentinel Marine Solutions, Sailsense Analytics, Vetel and Siren Marine. The market for GPS trackers for electric bicycles is growing rapidly. The market is today led by European companies such as IoT Venture, PowUnity, Haveltec, BikeFinder and Tracefy. Trackimo, Invoxia, LandAirSea are leading providers of general-purpose tracking devices.

“The demand for consumer asset tracking solutions is growing across all segments”, says Martin Backman, Principal Analyst at Berg Insight. The market is still in an early phase and many solution providers are still searching for the right business model and pricing model. Very few companies have emerged as clear market leaders in specific asset tracking market segments in Europe or North America. Most companies are still mainly serving the domestic market or nearby countries.

“Technological advancements in battery capacity, processor power and network technology will continuously enable better solutions at lower price points”, continues Mr. Backman. This will make the solutions even more attractive to consumers and create a higher demand.

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Wi-Fi HaLow Technology Extends the Range of Zetifi’s Connectivity Solutions for Farmers and Rural Residents, Transforming the Future of Agriculture.

Morse Micro, a leading Wi-Fi HaLow silicon vendor, and Zetifi, an innovator in last-mile connectivity for vehicles, machinery and farms, today announced a partnership to enhance Zetifi’s remote-area connectivity solutions with Wi-Fi HaLow technology.

Zetifi’s innovative technology enables farmers and other rural residents to access, extend and optimize coverage from existing radio, cellular or satellite networks, leading to reliable remote area connectivity in areas where phone coverage is otherwise unreliable or unavailable.

Zetifi’s long-range Wi-Fi coverage extension products address a major barrier to the digitalization of agriculture and are recognized as a foundational technology to unlock significant value from on-farm digital technologies in the years ahead. Morse Micro’s Wi-Fi HaLow technology will take Zetifi’s farm-wide Wi-Fi connectivity with the ZetiCell and ZetiRover to a whole new level. Zetifi’s and Morse Micro’s collaboration leverages the long-range capabilities of Wi-Fi HaLow to give more farmers than ever before the ability to embrace precision agriculture and remote monitoring and prepare for the introduction of connectivity-dependent autonomous machinery.

Dan Winson, CEO and founder of Zetifi, said:

“The Internet of Things is revolutionizing farming, and now Wi-Fi HaLow – the first version of Wi-Fi optimized for the IoT — is helping Zetifi deliver on the promise of smart, connected farming technology.”

“Our collaboration with Morse Micro is a defining moment in Zetifi’s mission to bring digital advancements to modern farming through remote-area connectivity.”

Zetifi currently offers two core products that together offer farming businesses true farm-wide Wi-Fi connectivity possibilities:

• ZetiCell – a long-range Wi-Fi small cell installed on farmhouses or machinery sheds.
• ZetiRover – a vehicle-mounted roaming Wi-Fi hotspot used on off-farm passenger vehicles or farm machinery.

The ZetiRover can be moved easily between vehicles and features fully integrated antennas and dual modems that enable seamless backhaul connections to multiple cellular and Wi-Fi networks. This multi-carrier functionality provides redundancy and extra coverage options to fill in more coverage gaps in remote areas. Crucially, it also enables a Wi-Fi link back to a private ZetiCell, enabling the ZetiRover to repeat Wi-Fi from a cellular or satellite ZetiCell connection up to three kilometers away.

While the ZetiRover currently uses 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi to create the vital link between the ZetiCell and ZetiRover, this link, while adequate, can easily be disrupted by natural obstacles such as trees or hilly terrain. Next-generation ZetiRover and ZetiCell products will incorporate Morse Micro’s long-range, sub-GHz Wi-Fi HaLow technology for direct connections to HaLow-enabled cameras and sensors, and to create more penetrative mesh connections between Zetifi devices.

“Zetifi’s wireless technology brings an innovative approach to rural connectivity, and we are proud to join them in the journey to transform smart farming technology with our Wi-Fi HaLow technology,” said Prakash Guda, Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Morse Micro. “The collaboration is a crucial step in the evolution of IoT agriculture by extending the wireless range and expanding the coverage of Zetifi’s connectivity solutions for farm equipment operating in remote areas.”

Morse Micro’s comprehensive Wi-Fi HaLow portfolio includes the industry’s smallest, fastest and lowest power IEEE 802.11ah compliant SoCs. The MM6108 SoC supports 1, 2, 4 and 8 MHz bandwidth and can deliver tens of Mbps throughput to support streaming HD video. Morse Micro’s Wi-Fi HaLow SoCs provide 10x the range, 100x the coverage area and 1000x the volume of traditional Wi-Fi solutions.

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• Nokia Drone Networks, available for purchase, lease or one-off flight hire are bundled with compelling services delivering lower cost of ownership so more enterprises and service providers can take advantage of industrial drones.
• Nokia and its partners within the private wireless space, such as DXC Technology, will collaborate with regulators and the industry ecosystem for flight approvals to achieve drone innovation and safety.
• Backed by 4G/LTE and 5G connectivity for safe, reliable and Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations, NDN will allow enterprises to see fastest return on investment, when deployed with Nokia Digital Automation Cloud private wireless-as-a-Service.

Nokia announced the extension of a Drones-as-a-Service partner program with existing private wireless partners to provide Nokia Drone Networks benefits to industries in North America.

Through this collaboration, enterprises and service providers will be able to rapidly realize the capabilities of drones, in a way that meets the needs of their business as well as benefit from new use cases and revenue streams.

Enterprises can opt to purchase the Nokia Drone Networks industrial grade drone-in-a-box solution or minimize upfront capital expense by leasing, sharing or simply hiring drones for one-off or regularly scheduled flights. Nokia and the members of its partner program will offer bundled service packages tailored to the needs of enterprises, including managing data analytics or drone maintenance. The companies will also manage flight scheduling, working with relevant spectrum and airspace regulators to gain approvals, where required.

Drone service providers will benefit from being able to diversify their offering to more industries and realize new revenue streams. This is made possible through Nokia’s commitment to collaborating with industry partners, allowing users to customize the payloads, to meet their business needs.

Companies that choose to deploy or lease Nokia Drone Networks will benefit from an end-to-end solution, which has recently received certification from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for operation in North America.

Nokia Drone Networks uses public and private 4G/LTE and 5G network connectivity for the greatest reliability and safety of Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. Operated remotely for one-off or scheduled flights, the solution benefits from a highly ruggedized docking station that doubles as a recharging station. This makes it possible for enterprises to rely on the solution to realize new efficiencies and capabilities such as surveillance at remote facilities, environmental or stockpile monitoring at a mine, managing inspections in hazardous locations or for public safety search and rescue operations.

Deployed in conjunction with Nokia Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) and Nokia MX Industrial Edge at their campus network, enterprises will be able to leverage robust, reliable connectivity, service predictability and the ability to process data obtained from the drones in real-time, on-premises to open the door to an array of innovative use cases and accelerate their return on investment.

Stephan Litjens, Vice President of Enterprise Campus Edge Solutions at Nokia, says: “We are pleased to leverage our existing private wireless partnerships, such as the one with DXC Technology to offer Drones-as-a-Service to the North American market. This allows us to offer our innovative solution in a way that meets the complex needs of any enterprise or industry. Through our work with partners across all regions, we’ll maintain a strong collaboration with spectrum and airspace regulators and the ecosystem to ensure we balance innovation with safety for customer flights.”

While visiting Nokia in Espoo, to witness the Drone use cases firsthand, the DXC Team stated: “We want our customers to book a drone flight with the simplicity of hailing a ride-share. Enterprises will benefit from simplicity, leveraging a complete FCC certified drone-in-a-box solution provided by a single vendor without headaches as we manage the flight approval for them working with the relevant authorities. They can adopt drones however it makes sense for their business. And those that choose to deploy the drone-in-a-box solution alongside Nokia DAC private wireless will leverage the greatest capabilities, unlocking new use cases for the fastest return on investment.”

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According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the global market for precision agriculture solutions is forecasted to grow from € 3.1 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4 percent to reach about € 5.2 billion in 2027.

A set of technologies are applied in precision farming practices, which are aimed at managing variations in the field to maximise yield, raise productivity and reduce consumption of agricultural inputs. While solutions such as auto-guidance and machine monitoring and control via on-board displays today are mainstream technologies in the agricultural industry, telematics and Variable Rate Technology (VRT) are still in the early stages of adoption. Interoperability between solutions remains a challenge, although initiatives to provide common protocols and language structure for data sharing are making progress.

Most major agricultural equipment manufacturers have today operations related to precision agriculture with varying strategies. Leading vendors of precision agriculture solutions include the world’s largest manufacturer of agricultural equipment Deere & Company, followed by the precision technology vendors Trimble, Topcon Positioning Systems, Raven Industries and Hexagon. Major input manufacturers like BASF, Bayer, Corteva Agriscience and Syngenta have entered the space primarily through acquisitions and focus on providing mapping tools and decision support for the purpose of input optimisation and yield maximisation. A group of companies have surfaced as leaders on the nascent market for in-field sensor systems. These include Semios, Pessl Instruments with its METOS brand, Davis Instruments and Sencrop.

The move from automation to autonomy is the next step in the evolution of the agricultural industry. “Although autonomy on a component level has been exploited by multiple manufacturers, autonomous agricultural operations on an equipment level are now on the rise”, said Veronika Barta, IoT analyst at Berg Insight.

Today, original equipment manufacturers are developing autonomous machines such as driverless tractors and seed-planting robots. Agricultural drones are the most advanced segment, performing autonomous operations by utilising multispectral cameras, LiDAR sensors and route algorithms. Aerial imagery for crop monitoring is the most common application area, followed by spraying operations of crop protection chemicals. Satellite navigation, sensors, artificial intelligence and machine learning will be the main facilitators of autonomous equipment in the future of farming.

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According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the global installed base of connected vending machines reached an estimated 5.8 million units in 2022.

North America represents the largest share of these machines, closely followed by the Rest of the World markets. Both are estimated to have installed bases of around 2.1 million each.

In Europe, the installed base of connected vending machines is estimated to have reached around 1.5 million units. Berg Insight forecasts that the number of connected vending machines worldwide will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4 percent to reach 12.3 million units by 2027. As a result, the global penetration rate will reach 75.7 percent at the end of the forecast period.

The global connected vending solution market is served by a variety of players. Many of the leading providers are specialised technology companies offering connected vending telemetry and cashless payment solutions. US-based Cantaloupe is established as the clear leader in terms of installed base with more than 900,000 connected vending machines, mainly in North America.

Other leading technology suppliers include Crane Payment Innovations, Nayax, Ingenico and Televend (INTIS). The latter has continued to show significant growth and is clearly established as a top player on the European market. MatiPay, Vianet Group and Vendon are additional examples of technology players with relatively significant installed bases in Europe. In China, InHand networks holds a prominent position and is estimated to have installed its solutions in close to 300,000 vending machines by the end of 2022.

“The number of connected vending machines continues to grow and has now reached very high levels, particularly in North America”, said Felix Linderum, IoT Analyst at Berg Insight.

In Europe and the Rest of the World markets penetration levels are still modest but growing. Overall, cashless payments continue to be the main driver for adding connectivity in vending machines.

“This development was further reinforced by the Covid-19 pandemic”, continued Mr. Linderum.

He adds that because of the pandemic, there has been an accelerated adoption of cashless and contactless payments as users seek versatility, convenience and safety to a larger extent than before. Outside of North America and Europe, the main driver for growth is the growing installed base of connected vending machines in China. While stringent lockdowns enforced during the Covid-19 pandemic led to a slowdown in the country, there has been a noteworthy surge in the number of vending machines in China over the past few years. Berg Insight anticipates that the country is poised to emerge as a key player in the connected vending space.

Mr. Linderum concluded:

“Mobile payments and remote management of multimedia content are basically standard on the vending machines in China. Facial recognition technology is also a growing trend and enables pay-with-your-face functionality.”

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Highlights:

• Leading edge solutions built around Globalstar IoT satellite technology are helping conservationists in Africa to monitor and protect near-extinct rhinoceros from poachers
• Low-cost ST100 chipset is at the heart of wildlife tracking platform provided by specialist Globalstar Value Added Reseller Wintec Solutions
• Satellite technology means tracking of free-roaming animals is ubiquitous and transmissions uninterrupted, even when beyond GSM mobile networks’ reach

Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc., the next-generation international telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, announced today that its IoT (internet of things) satellite technology is being used to protect multiple endangered species of wildlife in Africa.

Leading-edge satellite-enabled tracking devices incorporating Globalstar’s small and lightweight ST100 chipset are being used to monitor rhinoceros, part of a widespread concerted effort to protect these nearly-extinct wild animals from illegal poachers.

This is the most recent project carried out by Globalstar Value Added Reseller, Johannesburg-based Wintec Solutions, a specialist technology and solutions provider with extensive experience in animal tracking for wildlife conservation.

Rhinoceros are the subject of widespread illegal killing by poachers across Africa. Wintec Solutions deployed GSatSolar, the latest addition to Globalstar’s IoT satellite tracking solutions portfolio. GSatSolar is an innovative Sun-powered tracking device built around Globalstar’s economical ST100 satellite IoT transmitter. Low-cost and simple to integrate, GSatSolar is a small and rugged satellite IoT tracker ideal for wildlife monitoring. Rhinos are fitted with the device via ear tagging or collar. Other novel ways of deploying the devices are also being explored. The device is also suitable for livestock tracking.

Nature reserves in Africa are expansive, spanning as many as 20,000 hectares in remote bush regions. Their perimeter fencing is often breached by criminals and poachers attempting to gain access to, and kill, the animals within. Such reserves, which are home to as many as 200 free-ranging rhinos, typically are established in locations where GSM mobile signal does not exist. Only satellite communications can provide the always-on connectivity to enable uninterrupted monitoring of the animals.

Significant advantages of GSatSolar are its small size and light weight, so as not to irritate the animal, as well as its robust structure. Furthermore, its low cost makes the solution easily scalable for tracking large herds of wildlife and farm stock. “Its physical attributes make GSatSolar a game changer, and transform the possibilities for wildlife conservation and livestock management,” says Rene Winter, Director of Wintec Solutions.

Globalstar-enabled solutions are at the forefront of today’s conservation activities in Africa; Wintec Solutions is additionally playing a role in the preservation of other African species. Researchers at Giraffe Conservation Foundation are using the system to monitor giraffe migration, and for keeping safeguarding tabs on animals which have been reintroduced into the wild. “We are currently trialling GSatSolar ear tags on giraffe in Namibia. The first units were deployed in June this year and, while field trials are still ongoing, the data received so far are very promising. We’re looking forward to deploying more units in the future and testing them in different countries,” said Dr Courtney Marneweck, Science Data Coordinator at Giraffe Conservation Foundation.

Wintec Solutions is also deploying satellite technology and Globalstar-enabled animal tags in collaboration with veterinary authorities and research students for wild buffalo protection activities in South Africa’s Kruger National Park. Buffalo migration is being monitored so conservationists and government authorities can understand and mitigate the potential spread of Bovine Tuberculosis. In another project, the application of Globalstar-enabled trackers is being tested on pangolins, yet another severely endangered species.

The tracking platform UI developed Wintec Solutions includes an informative mapping portal that tracks the animals’ individual and group movements. Monitoring the rhino, or other wildlife, also informs as to grazing habits, locations of the best nutrition, seasonal breeding habits, as well as the animals’ general health and well-being.

Winter said:

“Our wildlife preservation activities take place well beyond the reach of GSM mobile; Globalstar’s satellite network, with its ubiquitous reach and reliability, is a fundamental enabler in the operations being carried out to protect endangered species.”

“Globalstar created the ST100 transmitter to meet the widespread need for easy-to-integrate, low-cost and lightweight monitoring devices that leverage satellite technology and the Internet of Things,” commented Mark O’Connell, General Manager at Globalstar EMEA & APAC. “We are absolutely delighted that solutions developed through the inventiveness and commitment of our partner Wintec Solutions are now playing such a pivotal role in the vital wildlife conservation activities today taking place across Africa,” he added.

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A partnership between Solinftec, Wabash Heartland Innovation Network (WHIN) – and Still Waters Manufacturing combines the expertise of these three companies to manufacture the Solix robot, contributing to regional development in Indiana.

Solinftec, a global leader in artificial intelligence solutions and sustainable agricultural practices, strengthened its partnership with WHIN and expanded its manufacturing capacity in the United States through collaboration with Still Waters Manufacturing.

The production of the Solix robot in the WHIN region of Indiana strengthens Solinftec’s presence in the United States from the last quarter.

The collaboration and efforts of the companies will make robotic technology more accessible to American producers, leading to a significant reduction in herbicide use and promoting sustainable agriculture. “This partnership represents a significant milestone for the US agricultural industry, and it’s gratifying to see two companies from our network bringing innovation to our region. Collaboration among all parties was crucial to the success of this project,” says Johnny Park, CEO of WHIN.

The factory, with the capacity to produce up to 20 Solix robots per day, benefits from the experience of Jake Church, CEO of Still Waters Manufacturing. “There’s something truly special about building these robots in rural Indiana. They will come out of what used to be a school, where many farmers and livestock producers in this area received their primary education. This venture is an opportunity to ‘rewrite’ history. A dear friend of mine often says, ‘If you want to know the future, go build it,’” Church states. The business received an initial investment of over 2 million dollars from Solinftec for the next two harvests, ensuring continued annual growth.

The CEO of Still Waters Manufacturing, added:

“This will be the first agricultural robotics factory in the American Midwest.”

The team involved in Solix manufacturing will consist of workers living near the region served by Still Waters Manufacturing, with many of them being local farmers. “This work brings the community close, seeking to develop and innovate agriculture in the region with technology,” says Guilherme Guiné, Chief Operations Officer of Solinftec for North America.

The use of Solinftec solutions has already led to a reduction of up to 97% in herbicide volume on properties using the Solix robot in the United States. The key differentiator is that, through the collaboration of the three companies, the solutions will be adapted to the reality of the American Midwest.

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The global installed base of active remote tank monitoring (RTM) solutions reached 7.7 million units at the end of 2022, according to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight.

Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.0 percent, the active installed base is estimated to reach 23.5 million units worldwide in 2027. Berg Insight estimates that the European market accounted for more than 1.8 million active RTM systems at the end of 2022. The North American market is estimated to be larger than the European at around 3.2 million active units. The Asia-Pacific market is moreover estimated to represent an installed base of about 1.7 million RTM systems at the end of 2022. South America and Middle East & Africa are smaller markets having installed bases of 385,000 units and 539,000 units respectively.

There are more than 100 RTM solution vendors active on the market worldwide and this report covers 63 companies. Berg Insight ranks Otodata once again as the leading RTM solution provider in terms of the active installed base worldwide with an installed base of about 2.0 million RTM units. Otodata is based in Canada and primarily focuses on the fuel reseller segment in North America. Otodata has so far acquired 3 companies to boost its growth plans: Wise Telemetry in April 2021, Wireless Applications Corporation (WACnGO) in December 2021 and AIUT’s LPG branch in June 2022. Anova and SkyBitz (Ametek) were in second and third place having achieved installed bases of about 1.0 million units and 210,000 units respectively. Anova has done a string of acquisitions including Independent Technologies, Wikon, ISA – Intelligent Sensing Anywhere, iTank (Sierra Wireless) and Silicon Controls to become the second largest RTM solution vendor with more than 2,000 customers in 80 countries. SkyBitz is based in the US and most of its tanks under management can be found in North America and a few in Mexico and other countries. Tank Utility based in the US and German FoxInsights followed in fourth and fifth place and had installed bases of 130,000 and 125,000 tank monitoring systems respectively. Sensile Technologies, Dunraven Systems, Angus Energy, Kingspan and PowTechnology are also ranked among the largest providers with 70,000–100,000 units each.

Other RTM solution providers with installed bases of 22,000–50,000 RTM systems in active use at the end of 2022 include ATEK Access Technologies, Varec, Banner Engineering, FreeWave, GreenCityZen, Gasbot, Insite Platform Partners, SilentSoft, Tecson and Schmitt Industries.

Merger and acquisition activity on this market is just about to commence at the same time as new innovative companies enter the market. Anova and Otodata have been the most ambitious consolidators on the market so far with 5 and 3 acquisitions respectively.

Johan Fagerberg, Principal Analyst, Berg Insight, said:

“Additional companies have recently started to look at in-organic grow opportunities more actively including for instance Rochester Sensors that acquired Tekelek in Q2-2023 and Four Data that picked up the European business unit (excluding Switzerland) of Silentsoft in the same quarter”

Mr. Fagerberg anticipates that the market consolidation of the remote tank monitoring industry will accelerate in the next five years.

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Low-cost, solar-powered satellite tracker designed for remote IoT operations and off-grid tracking of assets.

Globalstar, Inc., the next-generation international telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, today announced that it has added GSatSolar to its portfolio of industrial IoT asset tracking solutions.

Offered in partnership with Global Satellite Engineering (GSE), the small, rugged, low-cost tracking device enables VARs and customers to maximize the value of their tracking software tools by increasing the number of trackable assets in near-real time.

Ideal for remote IoT operations, the satellite powered device allows for a greater number of trackable assets, providing more reliable usable data in the field, improving efficiency, and allowing for true remote IoT autonomous data collection.

“GSatSolar is a low-cost option to monitor assets remotely on the Globalstar LEO network and delivers a plethora of verified IoT data across IoT applications,” said Jake Rembert, vice president of sales at Globalstar.

“The GSatSolar is a versatile solution that expands our satellite tracking capabilities. As with all our IoT asset tracking solutions, it features low power, long life and is equipped to perform.”

GSatSolar is highly durable, heat and cold resistant, and minimally invasive regarding antenna performance. Its compact size makes it viable with several flexible mounting options to fit the needs across various enterprise industrial applications. With its solar panel and internal battery, a standard unit reports for years assuming an environment with regular sun exposure.

Data collection capabilities include location, accelerometer, and Bluetooth sensor options, with the option of having data forwarded either to Globalstar’s SPOT My Globalstar data management and mapping platform — with features such as live and historical tracking on demand, alerts, geofences and shared views—or directly to a VAR’s back office or customer endpoint.

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According to a new research report from the analyst firm Berg Insight, the market value for lone worker protection solutions and services in Europe and North America reached € 120 million and € 75 million respectively in 2022.

In Europe and North America, the market value is anticipated to grow to € 150 million and € 105 million respectively by 2027.

Berg Insight estimates that the user base of lone worker safety solutions in Europe and North America was 1.5 million at the end of 2022. In Europe, the number of users is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 7.4 percent from 985,000 at the end of 2022 to reach over 1.4 million at the end of 2027. The North American market is anticipated to grow by a CAGR of 13.1 percent, from 505,000 users at the end of 2022 to 935,000 users at the end of 2027.

The lone worker safety solutions market in Europe and North America is served by various companies offering hardware devices, software solutions and alarm monitoring and response services. The majority of the solution providers on the market today focus on software services and only a few companies also develop dedicated lone worker devices and operate their own Alarm Receiving Centre.

The UK market is the largest and most mature lone worker market in Europe and North America, followed by the Canadian market. Legislation specifically addressing the safety of lone workers has fostered growth in these two countries. Many of the largest vendors of lone worker protection devices and services also originate from these regions. Leading players in the UK include PeopleSafe, Totalmobile, StaySafe, PanicGuard, Orbis Protect, SoloProtect, Reliance High-Tech, Vismo, Vatix and Oysta Technology.

Leading vendors in Canada are Tsunami Solutions, Blackline Safety and Aware360. Additional vendors in Europe and North America include Beepiz, Uepaa, AddSecure, Adresys, Becklar, Secure2Go, Crystal Alarm, Cuebly, First2HelpYou, LONEALERT, Pick Protection, AlertGPS, Becklar, Track24, Neovigie, OnGuard, Intellinium, Safepoint, Vecima Networks, Traxxs, Terracom and My Angel.

A number of companies focus on developing lone worker protection devices that can be used by solution providers, including ACR Electronics, Amigo Alarm, Garmin, Globalstar, MAGNETA, SAVV, Scandinavian Radio Technology, Teltonika, Twig Com and ZOLEO.

“The lone worker safety solution market in Europe and North America continues to grow as more companies and organisations understand the value these solutions bring”, says Martin Backman, Principal Analyst at Berg Insight.

The main drivers for adoption are new lone worker safety regulations, higher employee insurance costs, greater awareness of the risks that lone workers face, as well as a better understanding of efficiency benefits associated with lone worker protection services.

Mr. Backman continues:

“The transition to app-based solutions continues in both Europe and North America as the cost of implementation is significantly lower compared to dedicated lone worker devices”

In the past few years, a number of new satellite communicator devices that can be paired with smartphones have been launched. These make it possible for workers to use the lone worker app also outside of cellular network coverage.

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MachineQ, a Comcast Company, today announced the launch of an asset utilization solution, extending further value to customers and complementing its existing solution portfolio, which includes indoor asset tracking and facility wellness.

The new solution is prime for life sciences companies. According to McKinsey, pharmaceutical companies are using assets at an average 35% utilization rate.

Asset utilization data is vital for the life sciences industry, and the new solution enables companies to interface with their lab assets and gauge how often they are being used based on a unique pairing of IoT devices and data analysis. The value derived from this solution means that functional leaders can make data-backed decisions for better control over capital costs, help lab managers identify ways to support sustainability initiatives like powering down energy-intensive assets when not in use, enable operations leaders to enhance calibration and maintenance schedules for optimal performance, and inform facilities teams with space planning details leveraging over or underutilized equipment data to help drive efficient layout and design of labs and campuses.

“Unlocking the full potential of assets in a research-intensive landscape like labs and facilities helps accelerate R&D for our customers,” said Steve Corbesero, Jr., Director of Product and Solutions, MachineQ. “The growing imperative to gather additional intel about assets for better management and efficient use is clear. We’ve developed this solution to provide further context and help layer on information to real-time location data being delivered already. While we’re beginning with an offering of analysis-rich data derived from our occupancy and vibration sensors to help determine asset usage, we are actively incorporating additional sensors to broaden the range of supported asset types. And like we do with all our solutions, look to leverage the same IoT network infrastructure for an economical offering to our customers.”

The solution allows lab managers, operations teams, facility planners, and functional leaders to infer asset utilization based on a mix of asset location, time of flight, and presence detection data using sensors and devices placed on assets. For example:

• Presence sensors placed in front of laboratory work benches, biosafety cabinets, and other stationary assets to detect presence and dwell time provides insights into how often and for how long these assets are used.
• Vibration sensors placed on lab equipment with motors, such as centrifuges, can extrapolate utilization data based on vibration levels and lid open/close activity to provide similar information.

The asset utilization data coupled with real-time location data – via MachineQ’s indoor asset tracking solution – can unlock insights instrumental to informing asset purchasing and distribution, capacity planning, upholding calibration/maintenance schedules, and guiding budget-related decision-making.

In addition to its relevance for life sciences, the asset utilization solution has broader applicability to other industries, including food and beverage and hospitality. Consider ice machines – asset utilization data can provide insight into usage volume and peak usage times. When combined with real-time vibration data from the sensor, it becomes possible to proactively deduce maintenance schedules to help reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns and asset downtime, and extend the asset lifecycle.

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The realm of Internet of Things (IoT) is witnessing a remarkable transformation, particularly in the field of remote monitoring. Advanced IoT connectivity solutions are not merely an add-on but a core component driving efficiency and innovation across industries.

The deployment of IoT in remote monitoring has revolutionized various industries, transitioning from an innovative concept to a cornerstone of business operations. In healthcare, IoT devices are being utilized to monitor patients remotely, drastically improving patient care by enabling continuous health monitoring and rapid response to emergencies.

In manufacturing, sensors and connected devices provide a constant stream of data on equipment performance, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and predictive maintenance capabilities. Similarly, in agriculture, IoT technology is used to monitor crop conditions, automating irrigation, and optimizing resource usage. These applications are just the beginning, as IoT connectivity continues to open new frontiers in remote monitoring, driving smarter decision-making and elevating overall efficiency across diverse sectors.

Pioneering Innovations: Multi-IMSI Smart SIMs and Beyond

A pivotal innovation reshaping the IoT landscape is the advent of multi-IMSI smart SIMs. These advanced SIM cards, equipped with the ability to connect to multiple International Mobile Subscriber Identities (IMSIs), are revolutionizing IoT connectivity. By facilitating seamless network switching, they ensure uninterrupted data flow – a critical requirement for remote monitoring in areas like healthcare, where consistent data transmission can be lifesaving, and in industrial applications where real-time monitoring can prevent costly downtimes.

The versatility of multi-IMSI smart SIMs extends beyond just reliable connectivity. They offer enhanced flexibility for IoT devices operating across different geographical regions. This is particularly beneficial for global enterprises, where devices need to stay connected across various network territories. The technology also supports scalability, allowing businesses to expand their IoT infrastructure without the logistical complexity of negotiating with multiple network providers.

Furthermore, these SIMs come with sophisticated management platforms, providing administrators with unparalleled control over their IoT devices. Features like remote provisioning, real-time usage monitoring, and advanced security protocols make these SIMs indispensable in the modern IoT ecosystem.

By integrating multi-IMSI smart SIMs, businesses can not only elevate their operational efficiency but also unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth. The technology’s adaptability makes it a cornerstone for future IoT developments, paving the way for more connected, efficient, and responsive systems across all sectors.

Transforming Industrial Operations

In the industrial sector, IoT connectivity‘s role transcends mere monitoring. By integrating IoT sensors into machinery, industries can access a wealth of real-time data, revealing critical insights into equipment health and operational efficiency. This advanced monitoring enables predictive maintenance, preemptively identifying potential issues before they escalate into costly breakdowns. It also refines maintenance schedules, eliminating unnecessary routine checks, saving time, and reducing expenses.

In the realm of supply chain management, IoT’s impact is equally transformative. IoT-enabled devices precisely track the location and condition of goods in transit, offering a level of transparency and control previously unattainable. This real-time tracking optimizes logistics, from warehouse management to delivery, ensuring a seamless flow of operations.
Moreover, the comprehensive data collected facilitates informed decision-making, leading to smarter, more efficient supply chains. Ultimately, IoT connectivity in industrial operations is not just about technological advancement; it is about redefining efficiency and productivity in a connected world.

Navigating Challenges: Security and Network Reliability

As IoT connectivity expands, it brings with it complex challenges in cybersecurity and network reliability. The vast network of interconnected IoT devices, while efficient, also opens doors to potential security vulnerabilities.
To counter these risks, implementing robust security protocols is imperative. This means not only employing advanced encryption techniques but also ensuring secure authentication processes and conducting regular firmware updates to protect against evolving cyber threats. Additionally, the use of sophisticated intrusion detection systems and continuous security monitoring plays a critical role in safeguarding IoT networks.

In terms of network reliability, consistent, high-quality connectivity is vital, especially in remote or challenging environments. Here, the use of multi-IMSI smart SIMs and other advanced connectivity solutions helps maintain a stable connection. These technologies adapt to varying network conditions, ensuring that IoT devices remain online and functional.

The integration of redundant network paths and failover mechanisms further enhances network resilience, ensuring that connectivity is maintained even in the event of a network failure. Addressing these challenges effectively combines cutting-edge technological solutions with rigorous security and network management practices.

Future Trajectory: The Role of 5G and Emerging Technologies

The advent of 5G technology marks a significant milestone for IoT connectivity. With its higher bandwidth and lower latency, 5G is set to enhance the efficiency of IoT applications, enabling the handling of vast data volumes at unprecedented speeds.

This advancement will facilitate more complex and responsive IoT systems, from autonomous vehicles to advanced industrial automation. Moreover, emerging technologies like edge computing will play a key role, allowing data processing to be conducted closer to the source, thus reducing response times and bandwidth usage. These advancements herald a new era of IoT capabilities, transforming how we interact with technology.

The integration of IoT in remote monitoring is not just a technological evolution but a strategic necessity for future-focused businesses. As we continue to witness innovations in IoT connectivity, the scope for transforming various industry verticals is immense, underscoring the critical role of IoT in the digital age.

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Berg Insight, the world’s leading IoT market research provider, today released a new market report covering the trailer and cargo container tracking market.

The number of active tracking devices deployed for cargo carrying units (i.e. trailers, intermodal containers, rail freight wagons, air freight ULDs and pallets) reached 8.8 million worldwide in 2022. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.2 percent, this number is expected to reach 20.3 million by 2027.

In terms of installed units, trailer telematics is today the most developed market, followed by tracking devices for intermodal containers. The number of tracking devices and real-time data loggers in use for general cargo applications will grow from 2.0 million units at the end of 2022 to 6.6 million units at the end of 2027. The figure is an estimate on the average number of such devices that where in active use at any given time at the end of the year. This segment includes both disposable and multi-use devices.

The total market value for all these segments reached an estimated € 1.8 billion in 2022. Growing at a CAGR of 13.1 percent, the total market size is forecasted to reach € 3.4 billion in 2027.

Berg Insight ranks ORBCOMM as the largest provider of tracking solutions for cargo carrying units, having a significant installed base of both trailers and containers. The company’s total installed base reached more than 940,000 units at the end of 2022. The second largest player SkyBitz had an installed base of 725,000 tracking units, primarily on trailers. Additional leading providers of trailer telematics solutions are Spireon (now owned by Solera), Samsara, CalAmp, Motive, Idem Telematics, Powerfleet, Phillips Connect (the telematics division of Phillips Industries), Schmitz Cargobull, TGI, Transics (ZF), BlackBerry, TGI, EROAD, Krone and Cooltrax.

The container tracking market is led by Maersk, which has equipped its entire fleet of 380,000 reefer containers with tracking devices. Other major players in the segment are ORBCOMM, Envotech, ZillionSource, Globe Tracker, Traxens and MECOMO. Major telematics players in the rail industry are Nexxiot, Amsted Rail, DOT Telematik, Siemens, SAVVY Telematic Systems, Cognid Telematik, Cargomon Systems and Intermodal Telematics. Nexxiot is the leading player in the segment, working on large-scale projects in Europe. Sensitech (part of Carrier), DeltaTrak, Tive, Roambee, Controlant, Frigga (Dewav Electronic Technology), Copeland and OnAsset Intelligence are the leading providers of cargo tracking devices. These players offer tracking devices that can be used on all modes of transport, including air freight.

“The transport industry continues to adopt new digital solutions that increase transparency, efficiency and security within the supply chain”, says Martin Backman, Principal Analyst at Berg Insight.

Solutions that provide real-time data on the location and condition of the cargo and the cargo carrying unit are an important part of the digital transformation in the industry. Within the intermodal container shipping and the rail freight industries several major players have started or already completed projects to equip their entire fleet of containers or rail wagons with tracking technology.

“Major IoT projects initiated by companies such as Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, VTG and DB Cargo have had a significant impact, pushing the tracking solutions market forward”, continues Mr. Backman. Devices used for cargo tracking continue to decrease in cost and size, enabling additional use cases.

Mr. Backman concludes:

“Bolstered by new IoT communications technologies, smart labels and other small form factor devices are quickly emerging and becoming a high-volume sub-segment of the tracking solutions market”

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The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the landscape of remote monitoring across a multitude of industries. IoT-enabled devices and sensors are providing real-time data, offering enhanced monitoring capabilities, and enabling proactive responses to various applications. In this article, we’ll explore how IoT is driving remote monitoring to new heights, its diverse applications, the advantages it brings, and what the future holds for this technology.

The IoT Revolution in Remote Monitoring

Remote monitoring involves the collection of data from a distant location, often in real-time, for the purpose of analysis, control, or decision-making. Traditionally, remote monitoring was limited by the availability of data and the capacity to transmit it over long distances. IoT has changed this by providing a robust framework for collecting, transmitting, and analyzing data from remote locations.

Key Applications of IoT in Remote Monitoring

1. Healthcare and Telemedicine

IoT plays a crucial role in healthcare by enabling remote patient monitoring. Patients can use wearable devices equipped with sensors to measure vital signs, track chronic conditions, and even manage medication adherence. Healthcare providers receive this real-time data, enabling them to provide timely interventions and adjustments to treatment plans.

2. Environmental Monitoring

Environmental monitoring is essential for tracking and mitigating climate change, air quality, and other ecological factors. IoT sensors can be deployed across remote locations to measure temperature, humidity, air pollution, and other environmental variables, providing valuable data for research and policy decisions.

3. Industrial Processes

In industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, and utilities, IoT-enabled sensors are used for remote monitoring of equipment and processes. These sensors detect anomalies, predict maintenance needs, and ensure that machinery operates efficiently, reducing downtime and improving safety.

4. Agriculture

IoT is transforming agriculture by providing farmers with real-time data about soil conditions, weather patterns, and crop health. This information allows farmers to optimize irrigation, fertilization, and pest control, resulting in higher crop yields and resource efficiency.

5. Infrastructure and Utilities

IoT-based remote monitoring of critical infrastructure, such as bridges, dams, and power grids, ensures the safety and reliability of these systems. Sensors detect structural issues or potential failures, allowing for timely maintenance and preventing catastrophic events.

6. Energy Management

IoT sensors are used for remote monitoring of energy consumption in buildings, homes, and industrial facilities. This data helps identify energy-saving opportunities and reduce energy costs.

7. Fleet Management

IoT-enabled devices are used for tracking the location, performance, and maintenance needs of vehicles in fleet management. Real-time data helps optimize routes, improve fuel efficiency, and ensure driver safety.

Benefits of IoT in Remote Monitoring

The integration of IoT in remote monitoring offers numerous advantages:

1. Real-time Data

IoT provides real-time data, allowing for immediate response to critical events or anomalies. This real-time awareness is invaluable for industries that require swift decision-making.

2. Cost Savings

IoT-enabled remote monitoring can lead to significant cost savings. By predicting maintenance needs, optimizing processes, and reducing downtime, businesses can operate more efficiently and cost-effectively.

3. Safety

In industries such as healthcare and critical infrastructure, remote monitoring with IoT improves safety. Early detection of issues and timely interventions prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of individuals.

4. Efficiency

IoT enhances operational efficiency. By collecting and analyzing data, organizations can identify bottlenecks, streamline processes, and reduce waste.

5. Sustainability

Environmental monitoring and agricultural applications of IoT in remote monitoring contribute to sustainability efforts by providing data to support better resource management and eco-friendly practices.

Challenges and Considerations

While IoT in remote monitoring offers numerous benefits, it also poses challenges and considerations:

1. Data Security and Privacy

Collecting data remotely raises concerns about data security and privacy. Ensuring that data is transmitted and stored securely and that it complies with privacy regulations is essential.

2. Interoperability

IoT devices and systems must be compatible and interoperable to ensure seamless data exchange and integration. Common standards and protocols are necessary to achieve this.

3. Scalability

As organizations expand their remote monitoring capabilities, ensuring that the IoT infrastructure is scalable and capable of handling a growing volume of data is crucial.

4. Power Management

Many remote monitoring applications rely on batteries or other power sources. Efficient power management is essential to ensure that devices can operate for extended periods without frequent maintenance.

5. Training and Adoption

The successful adoption of IoT in remote monitoring often requires workforce training and a cultural shift within organizations.

The Future of IoT in Remote Monitoring

As technology continues to advance, the future of IoT in remote monitoring looks promising. Here are some trends and developments to watch for:

1. Edge Computing

Edge computing, which involves processing data closer to the data source, will become more prevalent. This reduces latency and can be crucial for applications that require rapid decision-making.

2. 5G Connectivity

The rollout of 5G networks will provide faster and more reliable connectivity, enabling real-time data transmission and better support for IoT applications.

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI)

IoT and AI will work hand in hand to analyze vast amounts of data, offering insights for various applications, including predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, and process optimization.

4. Blockchain Technology

Blockchain can be used to enhance the security and integrity of data in remote monitoring applications, ensuring that data remains accurate and private.

5. Autonomous Systems

IoT-enabled remote monitoring will contribute to the development of autonomous systems in various industries. These systems will use real-time data to make decisions and take actions, reducing the need for human intervention.

Conclusion

The Internet of Things is revolutionizing remote monitoring in a multitude of industries, offering real-time data, enhanced monitoring capabilities, and proactive responses to various applications. Challenges related to data security, interoperability, and workforce training must be addressed to ensure that the benefits of IoT in remote monitoring are fully realized.

As IoT technology continues to evolve, it will remain a driving force in remote monitoring, offering a glimpse into a future where data from remote locations is readily available, helping organizations operate more efficiently, cost-effectively, and sustainably.

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Telenor IoT and Giken Mobility join forces to introduce cutting-edge connectivity solutions for the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle. This partnership fuses Italian heritage, precision engineering, and advanced technology to set a new standard in electric mobility.

Telenor IoT, a leading brand in connectivity solutions, announces its partnership with Giken Mobility, a player in the electric vehicle industry.

This strategic collaboration is set to improve the landscape of electric motorcycle connectivity, enhancing safety, convenience, and rider experience for the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle.

Born from Italian heritage and rejuvenated on a global scale, the Iso brand, founded in 1948, has reemerged with a bold vision for the future of electric mobility. In partnership with Giken Mobility, the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle is a testament to innovation and Italian craftsmanship. Iso’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness aligns with Giken Mobility’s aspiration to replace conventional petrol-powered scooters with electric alternatives.

Giken Mobility, a subsidiary of SGX-listed GSS Energy, specializes in precision engineering and holds the license for Iso Motorcycles.

The Iso UNO-X, a fully electric motorcycle equipped with a 7-inch dashboard boasting an intuitive user interface, will start its journey on the roads of Hong Kong and Malaysia. Telenor IoT’s managed connectivity will play an instrumental role in enhancing the Iso UNO-X’s capabilities, ensuring real-time data analysis while ensuring customer privacy and data security.

The partnership introduces the “Mio Iso” application, integrating with the Iso UNO-X’s connectivity to provide a new dimension of riding experience. Through Telenor IoT’s managed connectivity, riders can access smart features, including battery health monitoring for safer journeys, remote vehicle management, and diagnostics to optimize overall efficiency.

“We recognized the potential for enhancing the value proposition of our electric motorcycles beyond the bike itself,” says Sydney Yeung, CEO of Giken. “Telenor IoT’s robust managed connectivity solution allowed us to realize features that were previously unimaginable, ultimately prioritizing the safety, convenience, and reliability that our riders deserve.”

Giken Mobility’s decision to partner with Telenor IoT was founded on the latter’s proven track record of working with automotive industry leaders and its strong presence in markets like Thailand.

As the electric mobility revolution gains momentum, Giken Mobility is set to stand apart from competitors.

“Our collaboration with Giken Mobility marks a significant milestone in the evolution of electric mobility,” said Mats Lundquist, CEO of Telenor IoT.

“We are proud to provide the connectivity backbone that drives the Iso UNO-X to new heights, setting a precedent for the future of electric motorcycles.”

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