In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the IoT has emerged as a transformative force, promising unprecedented connectivity and data insights across industries. However, as IoT adoption accelerates, enterprises are facing complex challenges in managing IoT connectivity effectively.

A recent survey conducted by Kaleido Intelligence in 2023 sheds light on the evolving needs and challenges of IoT enterprises. The survey, which gathered insights from 800 IoT enterprises, reveals a growing awareness of IoT’s complexity among businesses. Despite this complexity, enterprises are increasingly looking to leverage IoT technologies to drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage within their operations.

One of the key takeaways from the survey is the shift in focus towards finding comprehensive solutions that address the full spectrum of IoT connectivity challenges. Enterprises are seeking providers that offer not just connectivity, but a holistic suite of services and capabilities that enable them to harness the full potential of IoT.

These include:

• Global Connectivity: In a connected world, enterprises require connectivity solutions that can span across regions and countries, ensuring consistent and reliable communication regardless of location.
• Cost-effectiveness: Cost remains a critical factor for IoT deployments. Solutions that offer cost-effectiveness without compromising on performance are highly sought after by enterprises.
• No Operator Lock-in: Enterprises value flexibility and the ability to switch or scale connectivity providers without being locked into long-term contracts or proprietary technologies.
• Single Management Portal: Centralized management is essential for efficient IoT operations. A single management portal that provides comprehensive oversight and control simplifies monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization tasks.
• Single SKU: Simplifying procurement and deployment processes with a single SKU streamlines logistics and reduces complexity for IoT projects, leading to faster time-to-market.
• Module/SIM Compatibility: IoT deployments often involve a variety of devices and sensors. Compatibility across different modules and SIM cards is crucial for seamless integration and efficient operation.

Obtaining all six from a single supplier in order to ensure seamless interoperability from day one is a challenge. This is where the concept of a “full-stack provider” comes into play. A full-stack provider encompasses the entire IoT connectivity stack, offering a range of solutions that span device connectivity, data management, analytics, security, and more. By partnering with a full-stack provider, enterprises gain access to a seamless and integrated ecosystem that simplifies IoT deployment, management, and optimization.

By understanding these evolving needs and challenges, forward-thinking enterprises are aligning their strategies with full-stack providers that can deliver comprehensive IoT solutions tailored to their unique requirements.

In this white paper from Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), we take a deep dive into the benefits of partnering with a full-stack provider and how it can drive success in your IoT initiatives. Read the whitepaper to learn:

• The different layers of the connectivity stack
• Ready-to-go Cellular IoT: G+D’s unique value added offer
• How IoT Suite removes the obstacles associated with monitoring devices and connectivity services
• How G+D provides managed connectivity services for Scania

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