Multi-Tech is Selected to Enable the Physio-Control Advanced Wireless Gateway Project

Physio-Control leverages cellular technology to bridge field and hospital care teams to improve a patient’s time to treatment. The LIFEPAK® series of portable monitors/defibrillators, developed by Physio-Control, allows emergency responders to gather and send critical patient care information over the cellular network to the web-based LIFENET® data management platform. The Multi-Tech Cellular Development Platform, an all-in-one hardware and OpenEmbedded Linux environment, provides Physio-Control the flexibility to overlay its own quality control system, the ability to manage its software development internally and ensure a future–proof design.

“The Cellular Development Platform helps us stay equipped with the latest wireless technologies. As the amount of patient data collected continues to increase, faster data speeds allow us to send larger amounts of data more quickly,” said Randy Merry, Physio-Control Vice President for Business Development and Product Realization. “Multi-Tech also demonstrates an organizational commitment and approach to the solution that provides us with confidence they can help us deliver a successful deployment.”

“Multi-Tech is pleased to expand our relationship with Physio-Control and enable the next generation mobile healthcare solution,” said Annette Evans, Multi-Tech Systems Manager of Healthcare Sales. “The Advanced Wireless Gateway project leverages the strengths of both companies and helps achieve the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.”

About Physio-Control, Inc.
Physio-Control, Inc., is located in Redmond, Wash. Physio-Control pioneered defibrillation technology more than 55 years ago. 

About Multi-Tech Systems
Multi-Tech® Systems is a global manufacturer of a comprehensive line of external and embedded modems and Unified Communications products that connect data over 2G and 3G cellular networks from anywhere in the world. As a leader in the industry for 40 years, Multi-Tech’s reputation for reliability and innovative design is evident with 80+ patents, 20+ million devices being used by thousands of customers worldwide and certifications from more than 30 carriers and over 80 countries. In 2010, Multi-Tech launched a comprehensive services program, as well as a Cellular Development Platform and Developer Resources website.  Multi-Tech is certified by the WBENC as a Women’s Business Enterprise and by C-TPAT (Customs–Trade Partnership Against Terrorism).

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Numerex and Tekelec Team Up to Deliver Intelligent Machine-to-Machine Solutions to Global Service Providers

"Numerex and Tekelec's combined M2M solutions provide service providers with the network intelligence, device management, and service and application expertise they need as billions of machines connect to the network and provide new growth opportunities," said Susie Kim Riley, chief marketing officer, Tekelec. "As an early pioneer in the market, Numerex has the experience, proven processes, and tools required to meet unique M2M service requirements."

The joint solutions are designed to help service providers:

* Provision and manage millions of connected devices and applications;
* Integrate the network with M2M devices and vertical market applications to deliver end-to-end services;
* Customize service and pricing plans for different M2M applications based on quality of service, device and application usage, location, or time of day; and
* Monitor network, device, and application performance to improve services.

"Numerex's strategy consists of working with a strong team of partners who are leaders in their field and can enhance and expand Numerex's offerings for the benefit of our customers. Tekelec understands the complexities of the M2M space and brings an innovative network and device intelligence layer that allows service providers to manage and monetize the explosive growth in M2M services," said Mike Lang, Executive Vice President, Business Development at Numerex. "Combining our marketing and solution expertise will undoubtedly bring to bear valuable resources for our customers."

About Tekelec
Tekelec enables billions of people and devices to talk, text and access the Web.  Tekelec has more than 25 offices around the world serving customers in more than 100 countries.

About Numerex
Numerex Corp is a leading provider of machine-to-machine (M2M) business services, technology, and products used in the development and support of M2M solutions for the enterprise and government markets worldwide. The Company offers Numerex DNA(R) that includes hardware and smart Devices, cellular and satellite Network services, and software Applications that are delivered through Numerex FAST(R) (Foundation Application Software Technology). Numerex is ISO 27001 information security-certified.

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iGPS Selects Numerex’s WorldPass(TM) Network Service and Enfora’s Smart Devices and N4A(TM) Intelligent Technology Platform to Power the World’s First Real-time Pallet Tracking Service

"The Numerex WorldPass global network service provides seamless connectivity and support for our pallet tracking solution worldwide," said Jack Sparn, Chief Information Officer of iGPS. "Numerex and Enfora collaborated with our development teams to bring our unique and world-class solution, integrated with our own tracking and tracing capabilities, to market. This teamwork has already paid off and brought about tangible results since we have been able in a short period of time to recover assets, which would have been otherwise lost, for a total value exceeding one million dollars."

Enfora offers world-class smart devices and leading intelligent management platforms for an array of applications spanning any number of vertical markets. "The iGPS smart solution was developed in collaboration with iGPS to provide its customers with ongoing monitoring of their pallets in order to generate operational efficiencies and to locate pallets for possible retrieval," said Mark Weinzierl, President of Enfora, a Novatel Wireless company. "We have been monitoring early implementation closely and currently see an 80% recovery rate of pallets without field assistance. We are excited to be exceeding the project's established KPIs with an impressive one year projected return-on-investment and to add efficiencies to iGPS' innovative solutions," Mr. Weinzierl continued.

"Numerex continues to strengthen its international network reach through infrastructure upgrades and new strategic alliances," said Stratton Nicolaides, Chairman and CEO of Numerex. "We believe that iGPS' vision of building intelligence into a logistics environment through the pallet addresses supply chain monitoring challenges in an unprecedented way and we are excited by the prospects of this global solution initiative."

About iGPS
iGPS operates the world's first pallet rental service providing shippers and receivers with lightweight, 100 percent recyclable all-plastic pallets with embedded RFID tags. Its highly engineered platform--the world's most advanced shipping pallet--is rapidly replacing wood as the platform of choice among the world's most innovative companies. Businesses that switch from wood pallets to iGPS realize game-changing savings--as much as $2 per unitized load--thanks to lower transport costs, reduced production downtime, reduced product damage and fewer rejected loads. iGPS' pallet is also a major advance in supply chain hygiene--a platform that is easily cleaned, will not absorb fluids that can lead to contamination and never requires treatment with toxic pesticides and fungicides. An independent life cycle analysis has documented that iGPS' solution is dramatically better for the environment than both one-way and multiuse wood pallets. Launched in March 2006, the company has created nearly 2,000 new green jobs in the U.S. and is led by pallet and supply chain veterans with decades of experience. iGPS (www.igps.net) is headquartered in Orlando, FL and operates its state-of-the-art National Sales and Innovation Center in Northwest Arkansas.

About Novatel Wireless
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of intelligent wireless solutions based on 2G, 3G and 4G technologies providing wireless connectivity. The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Novatel Wireless' Intelligent Mobile Hotspot products, software, USB modems, embedded modules and smart M2M modules provide innovative anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and enterprises. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.

About Numerex
Numerex Corp is a leading provider of machine-to-machine (M2M) business services, technology, and products used in the development and support of M2M solutions for the enterprise and government markets worldwide. The Company offers Numerex DNA(R) that includes hardware and smart Devices, cellular and satellite Network services, and software Applications that are delivered through Numerex FAST(TM) (Foundation Application Software Technology).  Numerex is ISO 27001 information security-certified.

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NETGEAR chooses Sierra Wireless AirPrime™ 4G embedded wireless modules for mobile broadband routers

Using Sierra Wireless AirPrime modules for cellular connectivity, the NETGEAR mobile routers can support connection speeds comparable to, or better than, today’s wired broadband networks, offering LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps downstream and 50 Mbps upstream, or DC-HSPA+ speeds up to 42 Mbps downstream and 5.76 Mbps upstream. Operating on a 4G network, the routers will allow home office, small or medium business, and enterprise customers to enjoy greatly expanded high-speed Internet access and unprecedented mobile broadband performance from remote and mobile locations.

"4G networks enable new mobile networked applications and extend the reach of broadband Internet beyond the limitations of wired broadband connectivity," said Michael Clegg, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Service Provider Business for NETGEAR. "As a leader and innovator in cellular technology, Sierra Wireless is helping us deliver the full advantage of 4G LTE to our customers."

"NETGEAR is already regarded as an important innovator in business and consumer networking solutions," said Didier Dutronc, Senior Vice President, M2M Embedded Solutions for Sierra Wireless. "4G LTE in NETGEAR’s mobile broadband router portfolio enables powerful new applications and expands broadband access to customers on the move or outside wired broadband territory."

Building robust 4G solutions
Working with high-bandwidth wireless technologies like LTE and DC-HSPA+ presents a unique set of challenges for wireless developers. Power consumption, thermal management, antenna design and placement—all require a new perspective to accommodate the exacting requirements of high-speed services. Since 4G networks are still evolving, any practical 4G device must also support multi-mode functionality to connect with 2G and 3G networks in areas where no 4G service is available.

As a proven leader in delivering the first devices for new 3G and 4G cellular technologies to market, Sierra Wireless offers a portfolio of 4G solutions that addresses all of these requirements.

Working with Sierra Wireless, NETGEAR is developing 4G mobile broadband routers that can provide an outstanding experience to end customers no matter where they may be connecting to the mobile network. Sierra Wireless professional services teams are also working with NETGEAR throughout the development and certification process for the 4G mobile routers, allowing NETGEAR to reduce the time and effort required to certify and deliver their products to market.

About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless offers industry-leading mobile computing and machine-to-machine (M2M) communications products and solutions that connect people, devices, and applications over cellular networks. Wireless service providers, equipment manufacturers, enterprises and government organizations around the world depend on us for reliable wireless technology. We offer 2G, 3G and 4G wireless modems, routers and gateways as well as a comprehensive suite of software, tools, and services that ensure our customers can successfully bring wireless applications to market.

Source: Sierra Wireless

Ayantra Integrates Cinterion’s BG2 M2M Module into New Asset Management Solution

Currently, monitoring remote and mobile assets that do not have a power source is challenging and requires careful compromise between device size and battery life. Ayantra’s power-efficient FleetWare now offers a long-lasting solution in a miniaturized form factor that‘s easy to install in even the most constrained spaces. FleetWare monitors data and uses Cinterion’s BG2 module to reliably and securely send updates over cellular networks from anywhere in the world to the Ayantra server. Authorized users can log on anytime to view the status of assets and manage out-of-sight equipment.

“Cinterion is our communications technology partner for the highest quality, most reliable wireless M2M modules as well as mission-critical customer support and product approvals that helped expedite our time to market,” said Ashok Teckchandani, CEO, Ayantra. “BG2’s compact size, global communications ability and fast sync times enabling optimized power consumption made it a great choice for FleetWare.”

“FleetWare, powered by Cinterion’s BG2 module, dramatically cuts costs by providing remote management of assets that once required bi-weekly field technician service visits that cost at least $75 per truck roll,” said Peter Fowler, Cinterion’s regional president for the Americas. “We’re thrilled to work with Ayantra on this innovative remote monitoring solution that is helping to revolutionize business processes and improve efficiency for M2M customers.”

About Cinterion
Cinterion, a Gemalto company, is the global leader of cellular machine-to-machine (M2M) communication modules.  Cinterion is part of the Gemalto group, a world leader in digital security with revenues of €1.9 billion in 2010, and over 10 thousand employees operating out of 87 offices and 13 Research & Development centers in 45 countries.

About Gemalto
Gemalto is a world leader in digital security with revenues of €1.9 billion in 2010, and over 10 thousand employees operating out of 87 offices and 13 Research & Development centers in 45 countries.

About Ayantra
Ayantra provides remote asset management solutions that enable organizations to better manage their out-of-sight assets.

Source: Cinterion

KORE Announces Global M2M Wireless and Satellite Services

In addition to ubiquitous availability across North America, KORE global services now include natively provisioned, M2M connectivity with zoned tariffs covering Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia, the Middle East and Latin America. KORE Global Connect provides optimal service delivery marrying the advantages of central control yet delivering localized rating and service management. A single SIM can be activated and provisioned from virtually any location. Unlike other providers who rely upon complex, limiting and often expensive international roaming agreements to provide limited international M2M services, KORE provides Tier-1, in-country network connectivity with optimized GSM, CDMA and satellite services for reliable and affordable coverage around the world.

“The global adoption of M2M applications requires uninterrupted, reliable data communications regardless of geographic location. KORE now makes this global connectivity simple and cost-effective,” said Alex Brisbourne, president and COO, KORE Telematics. “Whether tracking cargo or receiving critical medical data from a traveling patient, our application partners and their customers will benefit from ubiquitous wireless coverage around the world where and when they need it. KORE continues to build on its powerful M2M communications platform, empowering organizations with a single interface for monitoring and managing connected devices across the globe.”

The KORE global network supports IP data communications, SMS and ‘short burst data’ satellite network services. When coupled with the PRiSMPro network and business management platform, KORE provides a single view and centralized management capabilities of all devices throughout the world, with the ability to manage inventory, provisioning, activation/deactivation, rate plans, technical support and much more from this single high-availability service platform.

Making this into a seamless service delivery has meant intensive development with existing, and new, carrier partners including Vodafone Group and Iridium. “Multinational companies are looking for simple and efficient ways of rolling out and managing their M2M deployments,” said Erik Brenneis, head of M2M services for Vodafone. “The KORE solution is well placed to deliver an excellent customer experience through Vodafone’s high-performance international networks.”

“This new KORE solution simplifies the creation of M2M applications by bringing together the best of the terrestrial and satellite worlds in a seamless way,” said Matt Desch, CEO of Iridium. “Iridium is the natural choice as KORE’s customers need their devices to connect in places that extend beyond cellular networks. Iridium can provide them reliable, near real-time, low-cost, two-way data services everywhere.”

The complexities and frustrations of managing multiple relationships – and the associated costs – have been a significant barrier for many organizations. With KORE Global Connect, users have completely harmonized services, from data session management to billing and service visibility to technical resolution. This is all delivered to users across the KORE geo-dispersed high-availability network and platform services.

KORE Global Connect Highlights

• Optimized GSM and CDMA cellular connectivity for M2M users — locally, nationally or globally
• Single GSM SIM option with native connectivity delivers M2M network services in more than 170 countries worldwide
• Best-of-breed low-latency satellite connectivity featuring full redundancy on the only truly global satellite network
• Management of all devices with real-time network visibility and consolidation of all services and billing with one single management interface — PRiSMPro — available via API or secure Web portal
• Logical, zoned service for setting coverage areas while optimizing pricing and cost controls
• Activate services on demand: no contract and no minimum service period per device provides maximum flexibility for emerging applications
• True global cellular and satellite connectivity from one partner, one call for support, single point for billing and one relationship to manage

About KORE Telematics
KORE Telematics is the world’s largest wireless network provider specializing exclusively on the rapidly expanding global machine-to-machine (M2M) communications market. Providing unified control and management for cellular and satellite network service delivery in more than 170 countries worldwide, KORE empowers its application, hardware and wireless operator partners to efficiently deliver M2M solutions for connected devices across the globe. M2M applications in industries as diverse as healthcare, utilities, enterprise IT, transaction processing and fleet management rely on the KORE network to deliver operational efficiencies and cost-savings. KORE offers a range of technologies — including GSM, HSPA, CDMA and EV-DO, as well as satellite services — that ensure the greatest possible reliability and coverage.

Source: Kore Telematics

Verizon Wireless and Sierra Wireless to offer AirVantage, a comprehensive cloud-based platform for accelerating machine-to-machine (M2M) applications

The solution combines Sierra Wireless’ global M2M leadership and AirVantage Platform with Verizon Wireless’ reliable wireless network and Machine to Machine Management Center to provide a complete platform for M2M solution development.  Customers will be able to use the platform to monitor, control and manage wireless subscription services and mobile communication devices through a single, easy-to-use interface.  As a result, they can simplify the management of their connected devices, software and services and accelerate the development and deployment of M2M applications, as well as lower ongoing operating costs.

“The combination of Verizon Wireless’s network and platform and Sierra Wireless’ AirVantage solution will provide a solid business value and functionality, especially to international customers,” said Janet Schijns, vice president, Business Solution Services, Verizon Wireless.  “With this comprehensive M2M application platform, customers anywhere in the world will be able to use the same Web services interface to control their connected devices and applications.”

“Sierra Wireless has enjoyed a strong working relationship with Verizon Wireless for many years,” said Emmanuel Walckenaer, senior vice president, Solutions and Services for Sierra Wireless.  “Drawing on this legacy of close collaboration, we can deliver a unique and powerful platform for M2M customers.”

Powering a New Generation of M2M Communications
Machine-to-machine services represent a rapidly growing market for both network operators and customers building connected vertical applications.  By remotely monitoring and communicating with assets such as power meters, automobiles and connected consumer electronics devices, equipment manufacturers and M2M solution providers can enable new applications and efficiencies.

The offering announced today provides a complete platform to enable M2M solutions by integrating the Sierra Wireless AirVantage Platform with the Verizon Wireless M2M Management Center.  Through this powerful combined platform, customers in the automotive, energy, consumer electronics and other sectors will be able to build more innovative connected solutions and quickly bring to market new devices and applications that take advantage of M2M communications.

AirVantage Subscription Management will connect to Verizon Wireless’ unified Web services interface, enabling customers to directly activate, deactivate, suspend, resume, track the data usage and monitor the connection status of devices operating on the Verizon Wireless network.   In addition, the AirVantage Platform offers OEMs unique device management capabilities, communicating directly with devices in the field through the AirVantage Ready Agent, as well as advanced asset management features and application development tools.

Verizon Wireless Machine to Machine Management Center
The Machine to Machine Management Center enables enterprise customers to connect Verizon certified devices to back-office and field service applications or infrastructure over the secure and reliable Verizon Wireless network.  Customers can access an integrated dashboard to manage network connections, self-service device management and other key elements of machine-to-machine connectivity.  Customers can access the solution directly through Verizon’s MyBusiness or the Verizon Enterprise Center or through customers’ business-specific applications, developed using nPhase’s unified Web services SDK (software developer kit).

Sierra Wireless AirVantage Platform
The Sierra Wireless AirVantage Platform is a secure cloud platform that enables M2M solution providers, system integrators and network operators to rapidly develop, deploy and operate M2M applications and services.  The AirVantage Platform includes comprehensive applications to manage mobile subscriptions, communications devices and their attached assets (such as components in machines, telemetric devices in automobiles and monitoring devices in a home or office); a powerful set of M2M application development tools; and an open Web services application programming interface (API).  The AirVantage Platform lets wireless network operators extend operational support and application development and management features to their M2M service providers.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone.

About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless offers industry-leading mobile computing and machine-to-machine (M2M) communications products and solutions that connect people, devices, and applications over cellular networks.

Source: Sierra Wireless

Gemalto and STMicroelectronics Partner to Jointly Develop Expanded Range of Secure Solutions for NFC Applications

The development of a state-of-the-art embedded secure element incorporates the industry‘s leading public key cryptography, matching the latest GP 2.2, JavaCard 3.0.1 specifications as well as Common Criteria EAL4+ and EMVCo certifications. Available both as a System-in-Package (SIP) version combined with ST‘s ST21NFCA NFC controller, or as a stand-alone secure element in DFN or micro-SD packages, it will offer a full range of free memory sizes, up to 768 Kbytes, for applications that can be managed throughout the product lifecycle through innovative memory management.

“ST is delighted to partner with Gemalto on new and innovative products that will fully benefit from ST’s broad NFC portfolio, which ranges from an NFC router to advanced SIM and Secure Element ICs,” commented Marie-France Florentin, General Manager, Secure Microcontrollers Division, STMicroelectronics. “By combining some of the most advanced NFC related technologies from both companies, ST and Gemalto will bring leading and highly secure solutions to the market to further accelerate the deployment of NFC services across the world.”

"Gemalto is committed to bringing best-in-class digital security technology and expertise to advance NFC
adoption globally,"  added Frédéric Vasnier, Senior Vice President Telecommunications, Gemalto. "To better
serve our customers operating in different markets, offering a broad portfolio of solutions reinforces our range of platforms to install, manage and execute mobile applications, and provides the foundation for large scale usage of NFC services. The new partnership ensures that Gemalto and STMicroelectronics will stay at the forefront in providing our customers with the most advanced NFC solutions that best fit their go-to-market.”

About Gemalto
Gemalto  is the world leader in digital security with revenues of €1.9 billion in 2010, and over 10 thousand employees operating out of 87 offices and 13 Research & Development centers in 45 countries.

Source: Gemalto

Novatel Wireless and Numerex Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Solutions Incorporating Enfora Smart Devices

"Novatel Wireless offers a wide range of industry-leading smart devices, based on a distributed and customizable architecture providing a link between an enterprise and its remote assets, which efficiently complement Numerex's M2M platforms," said Mark Weinzierl, President of Enfora, a Novatel Wireless company. "The combination of both companies' expertise and products will result in true flexible, seamless and smart M2M solutions."

The M2M ecosystem is evolving rapidly and customers are now looking for partners that can reduce complexity and accelerate time-to-market. The collaboration between Numerex and Novatel Wireless addresses this concern and aims at providing a one-stop-shop, seamless integrated solutions for M2M developers. It also fits very well within the framework of Numerex's involvement in smart device standardization around the world.

"Numerex works closely with leading-edge technology partners in order to provide efficient, ready-to-implement M2M solutions.  Bundling Numerex platforms with Novatel Wireless' smart devices allows us to shortcut significantly the application development time," said Stratton J. Nicolaides, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Numerex.  "Our collaboration with Novatel Wireless, a recognized leader in innovative connectivity solutions, which sells to a diverse base of customers around the world, not only strengthens our technology offerings but also bolsters our competitive positioning."

About Novatel Wireless
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of intelligent wireless solutions based on 2G, 3G and 4G technologies providing wireless connectivity.  The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Novatel Wireless' Intelligent Mobile Hotspot products, software, USB modems, embedded modules and smart M2M modules provide innovative anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and enterprises. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.

About Numerex
Numerex Corp is a leading provider of machine-to-machine (M2M) business services, technology, and products used in the development and support of M2M solutions for the enterprise and government markets worldwide. The Company offers Numerex DNA(R) that includes hardware and smart Devices, cellular and satellite Network services, and software Applications that are delivered through Numerex FAST(TM) (Foundation Application Software Technology).  Numerex is ISO 27001 information security-certified.

Source: Novatel Wireless Inc

Novatel Wireless Introduces Enfora Spider MT 2500 Fleet Management and Vehicle Recovery Platform

Optimized for the mass market, this unit can capture and monitor information for today's most demanding fleet and vehicle recovery applications, relaying vehicle and driver behavior information on rapid acceleration, harsh braking, speed violations, and excessive idling. With an optional battery for communications when power is lost, the Spider MT 2500 is optimized for a host of vertical markets where critical vehicle information is required.

"Through years of experience and detailed customer interactions Enfora has responded to the market demand for a high-performance, full-featured, low-cost device," said Rob Hadley, CMO of Novatel Wireless. "We're seeing increased demand for seamless and smart fleet management and vehicle recovery solutions from the enterprises and insurance companies. We're excited to introduce the Spider MT 2500 solution, which has been designed specifically to easily and wirelessly enable a seamless connection from mobile assets to the enterprise very cost-effectively."

About Novatel Wireless
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of intelligent wireless solutions based on 2G, 3G and 4G technologies providing wireless connectivity.  The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Source: Novatel Wireless