New ME910G1-NTN module offers unmatched connectivity for IoT devices and features cellular LTE-M, NB-IoT, 2G fallback and satellite L and S bands
Versatility across networks and bands makes the ME910G1-NTN ideal for remote applications, supporting a wide range of use cases, including smart grids, oil and gas, mining, agri-tech and asset tracking

Telit Cinterion, an end-to-end IoT solutions enabler, announces the ME910G1-NTN module.

The module balances affordability with seamless, reliable connectivity spanning 2G through cellular Low Power Wide Area (LPWA), plus satellite. The ME910G1-NTN empowers businesses across Brazil to develop IoT applications that operate effectively in diverse locations and coverage environments.

The ME910G1 series, based on the Qualcomm ® 9205S LTE modem, is ideal for applications where devices often are installed or travel through remote and rural locations. This includes industrial sensors in mines and oil/ gas fields, agricultural equipment, utility meters, trucks and shipping containers. Through a collaboration with Skylo, the pioneer in non-terrestrial network communications, and the Qualcomm® Aware Platform, the ME910G1-NTN elevates connectivity by adding satellite S and L band support. This caters to applications where mobile coverage is unavailable, such as ranches, farms, rural highways and oil fields or patches. To deliver this non-terrestrial network connectivity around the world, Skylo partners with existing satellite operators such as Terrestar Solutions, Inmarsat, Viasat, Ligado Networks and EchoStar. In Brazil, Skylo has partnered with Viasat on this effort. The ME910G1-NTN module is currently in Skylo certification testing and is now available for limited testing in Brazil.

The ME910G1-NTN complies with 3GPP Release 17, which integrates NTN with cellular 5G to ensure seamless, reliable connectivity even in the most difficult-to-cover locations. The module also includes LTE-M, NB-IoT and 2G, offering device OEMs, systems integrators and IoT service providers a comprehensive suite of mobile connectivity options to meet their specific technology and business requirements. As a member of Telit Cinterion’s flagship xE910 family, the ME910G1-NTN provides pin-to-pin compatibility that allows developers to simply drop the new module into their existing xE910-based designs.

Telit Cinterion, Skylo and Qualcomm Serviços de Telecomunicações, Ltda. invite customers to join the “Connecting the Future: NTN and IoT Forum” on November 21 in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil. Hosted at the Instituto Eldorado, this premier event delves into the groundbreaking potential of NTN and its pivotal role in shaping the future of cellular communications. Register to explore the latest advancements in NTN technology, discuss its real-world applications, and envision the innovative solutions it enables across various industries.

“The Qualcomm 9205S LTE Modem provides a compelling combination of computing power and multimode connectivity, both for cellular and satellite networks, including 3GPP R17 NB-NTN over L and S Bands, and integrated GNSS,” said José Elias Andrade, senior manager, business development, Qualcomm Serviços de Telecomunicações Ltda. “This is crucial for ensuring ME910G1-NTN devices consistently maintain reliable, high-performance connectivity regardless of location.”

“The ME910G1-NTN exemplifies how Skylo’s partnership with Telit Cinterion continues to deliver innovative solutions to the market, enabling seamless monitoring and control anywhere on Earth, from bustling cities and rural highways to vast deserts and oceans,” said Sreedhar Sambangi, director of engineering at Skylo.

“NTN is rapidly becoming an essential capability for device OEMs, systems integrators and IoT service providers.”

“As a leading research and development center, Instituto ELDORADO is committed to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of the technology sector,” said André Janousek, business development manager at Instituto ELDORADO. “Hosting an event focused on NTN in collaboration with Telit Cinterion and Skylo demonstrates our commitment to innovation and providing impactful solutions that address real-world needs.”

“The ME910G1-NTN fulfills the promise of 3GPP Rel. 17 with reliable connectivity that seamlessly extends across terrestrial and satellite networks,” said Marco Stracuzzi, VP product management of cellular IoT at Telit Cinterion. “Our collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Skylo, and Eldorado Institute equips businesses in Brazil with a powerful new module for IoT-driven digital transformation.”

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SARA-R10001DE will offer flexible and reliable connectivity management through Wireless Logic’s leading global IoT network.

Wireless Logic, the leading global Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity platform provider, has supplied u-blox, a provider of positioning and wireless communication services, with its Conexa embedded SIM (eSIM) to feature in Long-Term Evolution (LTE) CAT 1BIS modules.

Conexa is Wireless Logic’s industry-leading IoT connectivity network. It will be integrated within u-blox’s SARA-R10001DE via an eSIM capable of supporting multi-IMSI technology and an Embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Card (eUICC).

With Conexa’s multi IMSI eSIM, enterprises will have the flexibility to switch between multiple mobile networks via a single stock keeping unit (SKU) SIM card, which can also be configured remotely over-the-air using Remote SIM Provisioning without the need for physical SIM card changes. Customers will have the ability to switch automatically to different operators in real-time if network connectivity issues arise.

The launch of this module builds on Wireless Logic’s and u-blox’s strategic partnership, formed in 2024 to provide enterprises and developers with greater scalability, flexibility and network options for global IoT deployments.

“Our established partnership with u-blox shows our commitment to solving the latest IoT connectivity challenges,” said John Dillon, Managing Director of Product and Marketing, Wireless Logic. “By combining our IoT network and multi IMSI eSIM capabilities with u-blox’s LTE CAT 1BIS module, we can help businesses deploy their IoT solutions stress-free, anywhere in the world. We will continue to bring our expertise to this exciting partnership, so together we can identify new opportunities and set the benchmark for the IoT industry.”

“Our new module with inbuilt connectivity has been designed to offer the best user experience by making it simpler and quicker to achieve reliable connectivity while delivering cost efficiencies,” said Samuele Falcomer, LPWA Product Line Manager, u-blox. “Bundling can offer better financial outcomes than purchasing connectivity separately because customers do not need to buy a separate SIM, SIM holder, and the related components to make it work. The SARA-R10001DE module is supplied with the connectivity already profiled, so customers only need to activate it via the SIM Management.”

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Ensures that location-based applications, such as high-value asset tracking, remain operational even during GPS or GNSS blockages in tunnels or underground garages
Enables faster, flexible device designs with an external 6-axis sensor and by eliminating the wheel-tick signal that standard dead reckoning requires

Telit Cinterion, an end-to-end IoT solutions enabler, announces the SE868K5-DR, a dual-band, multi-constellation positioning receiver with untethered dead reckoning (UDR).

The SE868K5-DR is ideal for asset tracking, telematics and other applications that require continuous, reliable location information even when GPS and other GNSS signals may be unavailable, such as in tunnels and underground parking garages.

The SE868K5-DR has the same form factor as the Telit Cinterion SE868K5 and SE868SY series but allows systems designers to add an external 6-axis sensor for UDR. Designers can now create designs on the xE868 and then allocate the sensor at a later stage. This flexibility is also ideal for size-constrained applications because it allows designers to minimize the footprint (11×11 mm module) and then position the sensor (2.5×3.0 mm) in the best orientation for final application.

Available for sample now and in production at the end of the year, the SE868K5-DR receiver operates independently of any information or signal from the application to support UDR. This speeds up both the design phase and time to market while reducing complexity compared to standard DR, where a wheel-tick signal is mandatory for optimal performance. The SE868K5-DR also automatically shows the direction of movement (forward or reverse) and eliminates the need for any pin dedicated to heading information.

Other key features of the SE868K5-DR include:

A scalable design from L1-only to L1+L5 and RTK in the same form factor for easy migration and to help meet each application’s unique requirements.
The dual-band (L1+L5) receiver includes a SAW filter to ensure optimal performance in all environments, including when co-located with other radios.
Low power consumption (~75 mW for acquisition, tracking and navigation) maximizes battery life.
An extended temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C to enable reliable operation even in extreme environments.

“UDR is a must-have for high-value asset tracking and other mission-critical applications that require continuous, reliable location information even when GNSS signals are unavailable or jammed,” said Eric Lagorce, Global Head of GNSS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® Solutions, Telit Cinterion.

“The SE868K5-DR meets that need but then goes beyond it by providing additional features to minimize system complexity and maximize both performance and design flexibility for devices that are space constrained or co-located with other radios.”

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What you need to know:

In 2024, 78% of fleets are using GPS tracking technology, a 5-point increase from last year, indicating growing confidence in fleet solutions
The survey highlights GPS fleet tracking technology as essential for delivering results, enhancing competitiveness, and building resilience across key industries, with 65% of respondents reporting it as beneficial for reducing fleet costs
Electric vehicle adoption across Europe is rising year over year, with 53% of surveyed fleets now incorporating EVs, up from 10% last year

Verizon Connect today released its annual 2025 Fleet Technology Trends Report for Europe, featuring the growing adoption and benefits of advanced fleet management technologies among European businesses.

Conducted by ABI Research, the report draws on insights from 1,318 European fleet managers, executives, and other mobile business professionals, highlighting the tangible value that fleet tracking technology brings to their operations.

The report reveals that 78% of fleets now utilise GPS tracking technology—a 5% increase from the previous year—reflecting a growing confidence in these solutions. As European inflation rates ease, dropping to 2.5% in 2024 with a projected decrease to 2.1% in 2025, businesses are increasingly leveraging technology to address economic challenges. The survey also identifies the top industries utilising fleet management data: construction, general freight, government, services, and passenger transportation.

Key findings include:

High satisfaction and cost savings with GPS fleet tracking. Seventy-five per cent of fleets using GPS tracking software found it “very” or “extremely” beneficial for fleet management, demonstrating high satisfaction and the technology’s impact on operational capabilities. Meanwhile, a majority of respondents (65%) noted GPS tracking as “very” or “extremely” beneficial for reducing fleet costs, underscoring its role in helping businesses cut operational expenses and improve profitability.
Strong ROI and productivity gains. Businesses across the top five industries reported a positive ROI within 12 months of implementing GPS tracking, underscoring the financial benefits and efficiency gains provided by the technology. Additionally, 67% of respondents cited productivity improvements, positioning fleet tracking as a key differentiator for optimising resource utilisation and enhancing overall performance.
Comprehensive cost savings. Fleet tracking technologies, particularly GPS, have proven effective in achieving substantial cost savings, with businesses reporting:

24% reduction in fuel consumption
19% decrease in accidents
19% reduction in labour costs
16% decrease in vehicle maintenance costs
20% reduction in insurance costs

Benefits of smart technologies. The adoption of integrated video solutions and other smart technologies has also been well-received:

75% cited improved driver safety.
70% saw improved protection from false claims.
47% reported reduced insurance costs.

Commitment to sustainability and EV adoption. Commitment to sustainability is increasing, with 53% of respondents now incorporating EVs into their fleets, up from 43% the previous year—reflecting a stronger focus on eco-friendly practices. Fleet tracking also plays a vital role, helping businesses reduce CO₂ emissions by 25% and supporting greener, more sustainable operations.

“As fleet management continues to evolve, it’s clear that technology is more than just an investment, it’s a critical driver of efficiency, safety, and sustainability,” said Peter Mitchell, General Manager, Verizon Connect.

“The findings from this year’s Fleet Technology Trends Report highlight a strong commitment across industries to embracing fleet technology. As fleets face rising costs and increased regulatory pressures, these technologies are proving to be indispensable in helping organisations optimise their operations, reduce expenses, and navigate the path toward a more sustainable future.”

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Digital Matter, global leaders in IoT asset tracking and sensor monitoring solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the Manta Fusion, an exciting advancement in their battery-powered solutions that combines their best technology into a single, powerful solution.

Building on the legacy of their best-selling Oyster devices, the Manta Fusion is engineered to deliver reliable and highly accurate location updates with a remarkable battery life of over 10 years through movement-based tracking.

The Manta Fusion features both a true GNSS module and a Wi-Fi scanning module, ensuring precise outdoor tracking and accurate positioning indoors. Additionally, the device features cell tower location fallback, allowing for continuous tracking even when other positioning methods are unavailable. With an integrated Bluetooth Gateway, the Manta Fusion serves as a hub for numerous BLE tags and sensors, enhancing its functionality for diverse applications.

Ken Everett, CEO of Digital Matter, said:

“We’re excited to deliver a solution that offers superior outdoor location accuracy while maintaining the same exceptional indoor performance as our highly regarded Edge device range.”

Designed with a low-profile form factor, the Manta Fusion allows for discreet installation, while its rugged IP68 housing, constructed from durable nylon glass material, ensures exceptional protection against environmental challenges. The battery holder is now integrated into the housing, providing improved heat resistance and a lower cost, while the new design allows for easy activation and tamper detection using a magnet.

Key features of the Manta Fusion enabling the next development in Digital Matter’s tracking solutions include:

Multi-Mechanism Location Determination: The device utilizes a combination of true GNSS, Wi-Fi scanning, and cell tower positioning to achieve excellent outdoor and indoor accuracy.
Ultra Efficient Low-Power Technology: Featuring a low-power Sony GNSS chip similar to that used in smartwatches, the Manta Fusion optimizes battery life without compromising performance.
Flexible Monitoring Capabilities: Users can prioritize location technology based on their specific use cases, ensuring the most effective tracking method is utilized.

Additionally, Digital Matter’s upcoming Cat 1bis version of the Manta Fusion will offer global roaming capabilities with low power consumption and satellite fallback options. A further innovation, Energy Saving Protocol (ESP) will provide significant battery life improvements with on-demand location and recovery mode features, further enhancing the device’s utility.

The Manta Fusion represents a significant development in tracking technology available on the market, ideal for businesses that prioritize location accuracy, without having to compromise on performance or longevity.

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Berg Insight, the world’s leading IoT market research provider, today released new findings about the market for home and small business security systems.

The market can be divided into three main categories – local, self-monitored and professionally monitored security systems. A local security system only emits an alarm sound to scare off intruders and are not remotely monitored. A self-monitored security system is connected and informs the owner of the premises upon activation by sending a text message, email or push notification through a smartphone app. A professionally monitored security system is connected to an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC). When the system is activated, the ARC can dispatch a security patrol and contact emergency services. At the end of 2023, the number of professionally monitored alarm systems reached 36.0 million in North America and 19.0 million in Europe. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.6 percent, the number of professionally monitored alarm systems in North America is estimated to reach 42.9 million in 2028. In Europe, the market is estimated to grow by a CAGR of 4.7 percent to reach 23.9 million alarm systems in 2028.

The traditional home and small business security systems market in Europe and North America is served by specialist home security companies such as ADT, Verisure, Vivint, Brinks Home (Monitronics) and Sector Alarm; security service companies such as Prosegur, Securitas and G4S (Allied Universal); telecommunications and cable television companies such as Comcast, Telus, Cox Communications, and Altice France; as well as utilities, banks and insurance companies such as EPS (Crédit Mutuel), Crédit Agricole and Groupe IMA.

Traditional home security systems include professional alarm monitoring. DIY security systems typically include self-monitoring as a standard feature and professional alarm monitoring is offered as an optional service. Providers of DIY home security systems include SimpliSafe, Frontpoint, Ring (Amazon), Yale (Assa Abloy), Arlo, ABUS, ERA Home Security, Ooma, Somfy, Scout Security, Canary, Signify, Netatmo, Minut and Wyze Labs. ADT and Verisure are the two largest providers of professionally monitored alarm systems for homes and small businesses in North America and Europe. ADT is only active in the US and had more than 6 million customers at the end of 2023. Verisure is active in 13 European countries and four countries in South America and had more than 5 million customers at the end of 2023.

The market for home and small business security systems in Europe and North America continues to grow steadily.

Martin Apelgren, Principal Analyst at Berg Insight, says:

“The low penetration rate of alarm systems in the residential segment, especially in Europe, indicates that there is a great opportunity for solution providers to expand their businesses.”

At the end of 2023, the penetration rate in the residential segment was about 6.3 percent in Europe and about 21.1 percent in North America. Interactive services, enabling users to remotely arm/disarm the system, view live and recorded video, and create scenes and automations, is now a standard feature of alarm systems.

“Integration with smart home ecosystems and products from different vendors is anticipated to continue to increase going forward, adding significant value for homes and businesses”, concludes Mr. Apelgren.

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This joint effort will further integrate their technologies and bring a unified hardware & software solution to market, with a dedicated focus on promoting and integrating NXP silicon, Clea software, and EdgeLock® 2GO security services.

SECO S.p.A. (“SECO”) and NXP® Semiconductors (“NXP”) are pleased to announce a significant milestone in their partnership: SECO’s Clea software platform will be available to all NXP silicon users and seamlessly integrated with NXP’s EdgeLock® 2GO service platform.

This collaboration, building on a longstanding partnership, aims to leverage Clea’s advanced features and NXP’s processing capabilities to deliver an optimized development environment for AI-powered devices specifically tailored for industrial and IoT applications.

The recent agreement sets forth the terms of the collaboration, building on Clea’s availability across all NXP silicon and native integration into NXP’s official Linux and Zephyr BSPs. This enables NXP’s customers to quickly access Clea’s IoT data and device management features, providing device manufacturers with a seamless end-to-end solution for building IoT applications and deploying AI models at scale. By combining SECO’s software expertise with NXP’s hardware and secure cloud services strengths, this synergy is expected to accelerate innovation, foster future growth, and expedite product development and market entry for customers.

“This partnership agreement with SECO will enlarge NXP’s value proposition to our customers by providing them access to Clea’s ready-to-use IoT platform and pre-trained AI algorithms, supporting multiple use cases. Furthermore, Clea will offer secure device provisioning by leveraging NXP’s EdgeLock 2GO services. This will allow end customers to manage seamlessly the whole lifecycle of their products, from secure OTA to deployment of their own or third party services and applications, without the need to change hardware”, said Luca Difalco, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, NXP Semiconductors.

“This partnership between NXP and SECO represents a significant milestone in our technological advancements in both hardware and software. Over the years, we have cultivated a strong, privileged relationship and share a unified vision for the future of the industrial IoT market. Our joint commitment, centered on Clea software and EdgeLock 2GO, elevates our collaboration to new heights”, said Massimo Mauri, CEO of SECO.

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From CM5-Based HMI Development to Comprehensive Software Integration, a Partnership focused on Driving Industrial IoT Innovation.

SECO S.p.A. (“SECO”) and Raspberry Pi Holdings plc (“Raspberry Pi”) are pleased to announce a strategic commercial agreement aimed at expanding their business opportunities through collaboration on hardware and software development.

This partnership combines SECO’s expertise in IoT technologies with Raspberry Pi’s versatile computing solutions, allowing both companies to address the growing demands of industrial applications through innovative, customized products.

SECO will leverage its hardware design expertise to bring a 10.1-inch Human-Machine Interface (HMI) solution to market, based on Raspberry Pi’s fifth-generation Compute Module (CM5) and supporting Raspberry Pi OS to simplify integration. SECO and Raspberry Pi will collaborate on hardware development to offer customized solutions tailored to industrial clients’ specific needs.

In addition, SECO’s Clea IoT software suite will be integrated into the Raspberry Pi OS, making it available on RPI products portfolio. This integration will leverage Raspberry Pi’s hardware and software offerings to provide a seamless solution for device management, data orchestration, and AI/ML applications, thereby enhancing value for industrial users. Furthermore, Raspberry Pi Connect, a secure and user-friendly service enabling remote access to Raspberry Pi devices via a web browser using WebRTC technology, will be incorporated into SECO’s software stack. This will make Raspberry Pi Connect part of Clea’s commercial offering on Raspberry Pi devices, empowering users to access their device’s desktop from anywhere. This integration simplifies management and interaction, particularly in industrial applications, and aligns with the focus on integrating Clea into the Raspberry Pi product portfolio and making RPI Connect available on the Clea store. Additionally, subject to SECO developing a Clea package, RPI commits to incorporating Clea into RPI’s repository or a similar technical alternative.

The partnership will continue to explore opportunities in cutting-edge areas, including image recognition, edge AI, and the use of future Raspberry Pi microcontrollers to create innovative solutions. SECO has gained a long history and know-how in various industries such as energy management, smart building, healthcare, coffee and vending and industrial automation, and looks forward to manifesting, sharing and working on opportunities in these sectors with Raspberry Pi thanks to this partnership. Both SECO and Raspberry Pi are committed to working together to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation in the embedded and industrial markets.

“This partnership represents a great opportunity for SECO to leverage Raspberry Pi’s widely adopted hardware technology and combine the strengths of both companies in software development,” said Massimo Mauri, CEO of SECO.

“We are confident that our combined expertise will drive business growth and innovation in the industrial IoT space, delivering significant value to our stakeholders.”

Eben Upton CEO of Raspberry Pi said “The IPO has opened up a number of partnering discussions with leading industrial OEMS and we are very pleased that one of our first agreements is with SECO. The combination of our combined hardware and software knowhow can deliver customized solutions for end clients that enable new user high performance applications at cost effective price points.”

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The era of simple device communication is over. Today’s IIoT systems must go far beyond traditional device management and incorporate intelligent data analytics to remain competitive in the long term.

Communication between machines and devices has a long history, dating back to the last century. Simple machine-to-machine (M2M) communication once involved controlling production systems, such as conveyor belts and packaging machines, which sent signals to each other to ensure products were packaged correctly. However, with the development of technical capabilities and the simultaneous rise in expectations within the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), device communication has also evolved. Gone are the days of basic device connectivity – today, comprehensive device management paired with innovative data analytics is required.

Companies relying on outdated M2M communication to improve efficiency and optimise business processes risk being overtaken by the competition.

From M2M to Full Integration

Across various industries, companies nowadays operate within a highly complex ecosystem of people, machines, and systems – all connected by highly digitised technology. Examples include smart factories and intelligent buildings. This interconnected mix generates an immense amount of data, which can only be effectively managed with advanced analytics and intelligent device management.

A key step in the evolution of IIoT systems was decentralised data processing. Early M2M systems enabled direct machine-to-machine communication, but only to a limited extent. Deeper analyses or device integration were not possible. Sensor data was sent to the cloud for management. However, with the explosion of data volumes, transferring this information to the cloud has become cost-prohibitive. Instead, local data preprocessing now occurs on mini-IIoT platforms (thick edge) or even directly on individual devices or gateways (thin edge). Only selected data is then sent to the cloud, where it is processed and relayed back to the machines. This distributed architecture not only improves efficiency but also reduces latency, allowing for faster decision-making at the edge.

Advanced Device Management: The Backbone of Modern IIoT Systems

Device management is the core of IIoT, as IIoT is fundamentally about connecting various devices to support business processes. Managing and operating these devices securely and efficiently is the starting point for a company’s intelligent, automated processes. Device management encompasses managing the fleet—handling firmware & software updates, configuration management, remote access, and addressing connectivity problems and errors.

Beyond these operational tasks, advanced device management provides holistic oversight throughout a device’s lifecycle—from installation to updates and decommissioning. A key advantage is reducing device downtime, as companies can detect and resolve connectivity issues or software errors early on, before they disrupt operations.

Many companies underestimate the value of transparency in ensuring smooth operational processes. This includes knowing how many machines are operational and functioning correctly. Once companies achieve this basic level of insight, they can tackle more complex analytical use cases, such as predictive maintenance. Cybersecurity is another critical factor, especially with the Cyber Security Act, which will take effect in 2025 and requires machine manufacturers in the European Union to report security vulnerabilities within 24 hours. Without a cloud-based device management solution that reflects the current status of firmware and software on devices, compliance with this law is nearly impossible. Remote, automated software and firmware updates, along with configuration changes, can help promptly close security gaps.

As companies grow, the scalability of their IIoT solutions becomes increasingly important. A modern IIoT platform helps securely connect a global fleet of devices and centrally manage device configurations.

Strategic Data Analytics: Key to Efficiency Gains

With the rising number of sensors in devices, the volume of data also grows exponentially. Processing and analysing this data is one of the most important tasks for IIoT platforms like Cumulocity. Different use cases can be categorised, with the understanding that pure data analytics doesn’t automatically translate into changes or interventions in operational processes. Rather, it provides insights that serve as a foundation for actions arising from data analysis.

A simple form of this is remote monitoring, where device utilization is tracked – how many hours per day does the construction site use the excavatort? More advanced use cases include smart field services, where sensors monitor the usage and condition of machines. This leads to targeted maintenance interventions, where service teams know exactly when a machine needs servicing and which parts are affected. The next level is performance management, where factors such as the quality, efficiency, and availability of machines—or even entire factories—are analysed. Key performance indicators like OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) become important, allowing companies to identify and address bottlenecks, improving overall operational efficiency.

Conclusion: Device Management and Data Analytics Ensure Competitiveness

The transformation from M2M communication to fully integrated IIoT systems makes it clear that simple device connectivity is no longer enough. Companies that want to stay competitive must rely on advanced device management combined with IoT data management and analytics to meet the growing demands of a connected world. By adopting these technologies, businesses can enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. Those that fail to embrace this transformation risk falling behind in a rapidly advancing market, while those that do will position themselves for long-term success in the era of smart, connected systems.

About the author: Dr. Jürgen Krämer is the Chief Product Officer at Cumulocity, with responsibility for the brand’s entire product and service portfolio, its vision and strategy to drive innovation and growth. He oversees the product management, product marketing, professional services and partner ecosystem teams. Jürgen holds a PhD with honours in Computer Science and has over 20 years of international professional experience, encompassing software development and general management.

Leading technology analyst firm Transforma Insights unveils its key ‘Transition Topics’ that will shape the Internet of Things landscape during 2025.

Every year Transforma Insights publishes its list of IoT ‘Transition Topics’ highlighting where we expect to see seismic change occurring during the year. This year the list focuses on the application of Artificial Intelligence to IoT, the shift towards 5G, changing commercial dynamics and the growing impact of IoT regulations.

The Transition Topics will form the basis of a significant part of the research agenda for the Transforma Insights Advisory Service in 2025, as well as sponsored Position Papers and Virtual Briefings.

Transition Topics for 2025

For the coming year we have defined a set of Transition Topics encompassing both new areas and evolutions of some themes explored in previous years. The topics will be:

1. AIoT

It is impossible to overstate the extent of interest in the application of Artificial Intelligence in all kinds of technology environments. One critical area considers the implementation of AI onboard IoT devices. Augmenting IoT with AI can significantly enhance a device value proposition and many businesses are incorporating built-in AI functionalities within their hardware device portfolios to enhance product functionalities and create value added services. We expect the adoption of AI onboard IoT devices to accelerate quickly with significant implications for product roadmap, application architecture and market dynamics. As well as analysing the qualitative impact on the market, Transforma Insights will continue its work quantifying the AIoT market opportunity.

2. Management and orchestration of distributed AI

Supporting the implementation of AI applications onboard IoT devices, there is an increasingly critical function in handling the maintenance and updating of those applications and the orchestration of compute workloads and storage related to AI, between the edge device, campus edge, network edge, and cloud. We will consider the opportunity presented by AI orchestration and the new capabilities and architectures needed to support distributed AI.

3. eSIM orchestration vs connectivity reseller

The imminent arrival of the SGP.32 ‘IoT’ standard for remote SIM provisioning in 2025 promises to trigger a new phase in the provision of IoT connectivity and in the associated roles. Specifically, we expect to see the role of IoT connectivity provider (MNO/MVNO) fragment into three main roles: network operator, reseller and a new role of eSIM orchestrator, handling profile management and potentially integrating with a role of single-pane-of-glass (SPOG) connectivity abstraction platform. We will consider the implications for the market structure and competitive dynamics for IoT connectivity providers and their customers.

4. Monetising 5G (and particularly 5G SA) with IoT

The focus of many Mobile Network Operators will be squarely on how to monetise their investments in 5G and we will examine the ways in which IoT represents an opportunity to do so. Our focus will be on identifying the likely revenue opportunities that might accrue to a MNOs from 5G services delivered over public networks, and particularly those related to 5G Stand Alone (SA) beyond regular handsets and data services. This includes consideration of higher bandwidth capabilities, ultra-low latency, increased reliability, network slicing, network exposure functions, APIs and more.

5. Decision points and pivots in support for LTE, NB-IoT and public LoRaWAN

Alongside the arrival of 5G we expect some critical decisions and pivotal changes in 2025 about the fate of other public network technologies. MNOs will increasingly turn their attention to timelines for LTE switch-off and will probably take more decisive action to reflect their ambivalence towards other public network technologies including NB-IoT. We will also consider the future of public LoRaWAN. The prevailing trend is favouring a return to piggybacking on existing networks deployed for conventional mobile services rather than the use of dedicated public network technologies for IoT.

6. Satellite IoT and likely disruption

NTN, or Non-Terrestrial Networks, were one of the most talked about emerging technologies of 2024, combining the potential for satellite and cellular connectivity both into a single package. In 2025 the rubber will hit the road, or perhaps not. We will unpick the extent to which emerging NTN propositions will either augment or cannibalise existing cellular markets. We will also focus on how pure-play either satellite or cellular operators can best respond to the emerging threats, such as they are.

7. Impact of regulations on delivering IoT solutions

Regulatory compliance was our number one Transition Topic for IoT in 2024 and it will continue to be critical in 2025. The last few years have seen substantial developments in regulations for security, permanent roaming, data sovereignty, national resilience and data management, including the EU’s Data Act and Cyber Resilience Act, the UK’s PSTI Act, and numerous developments in the US. This is one of the reasons Transforma Insights provides its Regulatory Database, to help vendors and adopters navigate their way through the increasingly complex regulatory landscape. In particular, in 2025 we will focus on the ways in which IoT solutions (and the underlying services that support them) will need to be provisioned to address the greater regulatory burden.

8. Geopolitics and polarisation of markets

One extension on the theme of regulation relates to the specific growing challenge of geopolitics. With increasing tensions over supply chains and software bills of materials (SBOMs), regulations such as the EU’s NIS2 Directive and the UK Procurement Act, and increasing friction in the US for Chinese vendors, we expect a greater polarisation of IoT markets. We will explore the implications for topics such as hardware and vendor selection and auditability/ traceability.

9. Verticalisation of IoT

All IoT is vertical. Few companies deploying IoT think of themselves as doing IoT; instead they are deploying smart grid, fleet management, building automation and a plethora of other such use cases. In that environment, the prevailing horizontal approach from vendors will come under increasing pressure. We expect to see greater success for vertical specialists and those vendors able to contextualise their horizontal proposition for a vertical audience and develop an appropriate go-to-market with vertical-specific requirements and buying behaviour at its core.

10. Market segmentation, channels and partner programmes

With IoT vendors facing continuing pressure on margins, it is becoming ever more pressing to optimise sales strategies. Effective market segmentation is critical, in order to identify target customers. So too is a refined approach to channels, distributors, resellers and partner programmes.

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