Transitioning to Cellular IoT: How to Make the Switch
by Ralph Heredia on Nov 15, 2023 9:12:58 AM
Internet connectivity is foundational to the IoT ecosystem, linking devices, sensors, and cloud platforms to facilitate communication. Cellular stands out as the optimal choice for IoT because of its global availability, reliable performance, and potential for monetization. Whether yo …
What is Network Redundancy and Why Is It Critical for IoT?
by Jim Greco on Nov 6, 2023 9:12:13 AM
Internet connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Without it, productivity comes to a halt, and businesses face substantial financial risk. IoT products rely on connectivity, and OEMs face customer frustration with a loss of internet and may even put customer assets or secu …
Cellular IoT as a Service: Your Guide to Recurring Revenue
by Ralph Heredia on Oct 30, 2023 11:08:28 AM
Offering IoTaaS alongside IoT devices allows your company to build recurring revenue streams and maintain a longer direct relationship with customers, which fosters brand loyalty. Cellular devices enable you to monetize connectivity as a subscription service to earn an additional stre …
Streamline Cellular Activations & Invoicing with the Zipit Connectivity Management Platform
by Dan Heredia on Oct 6, 2023 8:15:00 AM
Highlighting multi-carrier management and billing automation capabilities within Zipit's platform that improve workflow efficiency for Operations teams.
10 Key Features of an IoT Connectivity Management Platform
by Ralph Heredia on Sep 19, 2023 9:46:58 AM
IoT connectivity management involves the administration of all the necessary devices, networks, and data to test, deploy, and support the devices companies roll out themselves or sell to customers. As IoT deployments scale, managing connectivity becomes increasingly complex, and the p …
IoT Device Management: How to Control Cellular IoT Devices Successfully
by Ralph Heredia on Aug 9, 2023 10:00:00 AM
The number of connected devices has reached billions, but the larger that IoT ecosystems grow, the more challenging they become to manage. More devices mean more cloud instances, databases, communications protocols, and networks. And the security, reliability, and scalability of conne …
IoT Monetization: 5 Best Strategies to Monetize Your IoT Solution
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 25, 2023 4:11:48 PM
In the past, OEMs primarily focused on selling physical products, but this approach is no longer sustainable for IoT products. The inclusion of connectivity and cloud software in IoT devices introduces ongoing costs for OEMs. As the demand for connected devices and data continues to r …
NB-IoT Explained: Is It Right for Your IoT Solution?
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 6, 2023 2:22:23 PM
NB-IoT, short for the Narrowband Internet of Things, is a form of connectivity designed to address the unique battery life and bandwidth requirements of some IoT devices. Standardized in 2016, NB-IoT extends the coverage for IoT devices on mobile carrier networks beyond the capabiliti …
How to Cost-Effectively Manage IoT Data Plans
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 20, 2023 10:27:05 AM
IoT devices generate, store, analyze, and transmit large amounts of data, but managing this data can be costly. IoT sensors continuously collect data from their surroundings that is then transferred over a cellular network to the cloud, where it is processed and stored. The true value …
6 Types of Wireless IoT Technology
by Frank Greer on Jun 19, 2023 4:15:00 PM
The Internet of Things (IoT) involves different kinds of continuously evolving technology, allowing for many connectivity options for connected device manufacturers. Each of these options has a range of advantages and disadvantages that must be weighed together. This article will help …
An Introduction to Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)
by Jim Greco on Jun 9, 2023 12:22:08 PM
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly expanding with opportunities for new connected devices. However, the ongoing connectivity and hardware costs associated with IoT devices can pose a significant challenge for OEMs trying to monetize their products. Adopting a recurring billing mo …
SIM Card Types and Sizes Explained
by Ralph Heredia on May 8, 2023 12:18:39 PM
SIM cards have been around for decades, and most of us are familiar with these small chips inserted into our smartphones. SIMs provide memory to store data and unique IDs to connect our devices to mobile networks. SIM cards were originally designed for mobile phones, but SIM types and …